Villas in Riva Ligure
Riva Ligure suits couples and cyclists wanting a seaside town on a 24 km coastal cycle path, with Nice airport about an hour away. No home here has a private pool, and few have a garden, so the sea is where you cool off.
- Villas
- 23
- From, per week
- £381
About Riva Ligure
Riva Ligure is a town on the coast of the province of Imperia. The Riviera dei Fiori coastal cycle path, about 24 km long, runs from San Lorenzo al Mare to Ospedaletti, passing through the old centre of Riva Ligure, Arma di Taggia and Sanremo, and alternates between bridges, tunnels, small villages and views of the sea. The homes are packed into one small area, mostly sized for around five, and none has a private pool. Imperia is about 20 minutes away by car. Along this coast the beaches are a mix of wide sand and pebble, so check before you book if you need one or the other. The Riviera dei Fiori is visited all year thanks to its mild climate.
Is Riva Ligure right for you?
- Best for
- Couples and cyclists wanting a small seaside town
- Not for you if
- You want a private pool or a large garden.
Near Riva Ligure
San Lorenzo al Mare
Where the cycle path starts, a village among the mountains known for its colourful fishermen's houses.
Sanremo
On the same path, with the Empress's promenade past the Russian Church and its golden domes, a casino and a large, busy market.
Imperia
About 20 minutes by car, and the setting for the Olioliva festival of new olive oil.
Taggia
The land of the Taggiasca olive; the cycle path runs through Arma di Taggia.
Getting to Riva Ligure
Nice airport is about an hour away by car. Without a car, a train via Ventimiglia to Taggia Arma takes just under two hours, or a FlixBus to Sanremo and then local bus 12 to Riva Ligure about two hours. A car is optional if you plan to stay on the coast and use the cycle path.
When to go to Riva Ligure
The Riviera dei Fiori is visited all year thanks to its mild climate, so winter and shoulder-season stays are workable. Sanremo has its carnival events and the national song festival, and Imperia hosts Olioliva, the festival of new olive oil. Check event dates before you book if you want to time a trip around one.
Villas in Riva Ligure
4-star property
Terrazza Riva
Riva Ligure, Liguria Riviera Ponente, Italy
7
3
0
Air ConDishwasherParking+8 more
3-star property
Sophia
Riva Ligure, Liguria Riviera Ponente, Italy
5
2
0
DishwasherParkingTerrace+3 more
from£58
per night
3-star property
Da Carla e Gigi
Riva Ligure, Liguria Riviera Ponente, Italy
5
3
0
ParkingMicrowaveWashing Machine+5 more
from£99
per night
3-star property
Piccolo Tesoro
Riva Ligure, Liguria Riviera Ponente, Italy
2
1
0
Air ConDishwasherMicrowave+8 more
3-star property
La Loggia sul mare
Riva Ligure, Liguria Riviera Ponente, Italy
6
3
0
MicrowaveParkingTerrace+6 more
from£153
per night
3-star property
Riva Apartment
Riva Ligure, Liguria Riviera Ponente, Italy
5
2
0
MicrowaveParkingWashing Machine+5 more
3-star property
Epine
Riva Ligure, Liguria Riviera Ponente, Italy
4
2
0
Air ConDishwasherMicrowave+7 more
from£75
per night
2-star property
Home Sweet Home
Riva Ligure, Liguria Riviera Ponente, Italy
4
1
0
ParkingWashing MachineFridge+3 more
from£70
per night
3-star property
2-star property
3-star property
Pieds dans l'eau
Riva Ligure, Liguria Riviera Ponente, Italy
4
2
0
ParkingWashing MachineFridge+4 more
from£122
per night
3-star property
Pieds dans l'eau 2
Riva Ligure, Liguria Riviera Ponente, Italy
4
1
0
ParkingWashing MachineFridge+5 more
from£72
per night
2-star property
By Bike and Sea
Riva Ligure, Liguria Riviera Ponente, Italy
6
2
0
DishwasherMicrowaveParking+5 more
from£76
per night
3-star property
Maura
Riva Ligure, Liguria Riviera Ponente, Italy
5
2
0
MicrowaveParkingWashing Machine+5 more
from£80
per night
3-star property
Casa Rita
Riva Ligure, Liguria Riviera Ponente, Italy
3
1
0
ParkingTerraceWashing Machine+4 more
3-star property
2-star property
Casa della Mamma
Riva Ligure, Liguria Riviera Ponente, Italy
6
2
0
Air ConParkingTerrace+3 more
from£91
per night
2-star property
Milla
Riva Ligure, Liguria Riviera Ponente, Italy
4
1
0
Air ConMicrowaveParking+5 more
from£58
per night
3-star property
3-star property
Riva Mare
Riva Ligure, Liguria Riviera Ponente, Italy
6
2
0
ParkingDishwasherGarden+6 more
from£71
per night
La Casa di Tatina
Riva Ligure, Liguria Riviera Ponente, Italy
4
2
0
ParkingWashing MachineFridge+4 more
from£54
per night
Casa di Flavia
Riva Ligure, Liguria Riviera Ponente, Italy
5
2
0
MicrowaveParkingWashing Machine+4 more
from£66
per night
3-star property
Due Passi
Riva Ligure, Liguria Riviera Ponente, Italy
5
2
0
Air ConMicrowaveParking+6 more
from£93
per nightRiva Ligure villa holidays: questions answered
Is there a cycle path at Riva Ligure?
Yes. The Riviera dei Fiori path runs about 24 km from San Lorenzo al Mare to Ospedaletti, through the old centre of Riva Ligure, Arma di Taggia and Sanremo, with bridges, tunnels, small villages and sea views along the way.
Do villas in Riva Ligure have private pools?
Not here. None of the homes in Riva Ligure has a private pool, so the sea is where you swim. If a pool matters, look at other towns along this coast.
How do you get from Nice airport to Riva Ligure?
By car in about an hour, 45 miles. By public transport, the train via Ventimiglia to Taggia Arma takes under two hours, or a FlixBus to Sanremo then local bus 12 takes about two hours.
Riva Ligure or Sanremo for a stay?
Riva Ligure is a town with the cycle path running through its old centre. Sanremo, further along the same path, has a casino, a seafront promenade and a large market. You can base yourself in Riva Ligure and ride to Sanremo.
Nearby towns to Riva Ligure
Written by the TrustedVillas team. Last reviewed October 2026.
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