Hotel for KEY 2027 in Rimini: 2.2 km from the Expo Centre, on the sea
Hotel Riva e Mare is 2.2 km from the fairgrounds (about 7 minutes by car, 5 by bus) and 30 metres from the sea. For KEY (March 10–12, 2027) the minimum stay is 3 nights. Breakfast from 7:00, covered garage, company invoice and self check-in if you arrive late.
KEY 2027: what it is
KEY – The Energy Transition Expo is the European reference event for technologies, services and integrated solutions for energy efficiency and renewables in Italy and the Mediterranean. Three days of exhibition, conferences and business meetings on solar, wind, storage, hydrogen, efficiency and sustainable mobility. HYPE – Hydrogen Power Expo takes place within it.
KEY 2027 at a glance
- Dates
- March 10–12, 2027
- Venue
- Rimini Expo Centre (Fiera di Rimini), Via Emilia 155 — 2.2 km from the hotel
- Sectors
- energy efficiency, renewables, solar, wind, storage, hydrogen, e-mobility, sustainable cities
- Organiser
- Italian Exhibition Group (IEG)
- Official site
- keyenergy.it ↗
- Minimum stay
- 3 nights
- Hotel open
- 9–12 March 2027
Why Riva e Mare for KEY
Coming by EV? There are 4 public charging points in front of the hotel and the stop of bus line 10 to the fairgrounds is 20 metres away: leave the car in the garage and reach the fair without traffic. Breakfast from 7 am, company invoice, free name change.
From the hotel to the Expo Centre
- By car: 2.2 km, about 7 minutes. A14 motorway exit Rimini Nord about 10 minutes from the hotel
- By bus: line 10, stop 20 metres from the hotel, 5-minute ride; it is the last stop before the fairgrounds and the first on the way back
- Covered garage with CCTV, subject to availability; 4 public EV charging points in front of the hotel
- After the fair: the sea is 30 metres away, Rimini’s historic centre 15 minutes by bus
Fair rate · KEY 2027
Prices per night, breakfast included
| 1 guest | 2 guests | |
|---|---|---|
| Single room | € 150 | — |
| Double room | € 165 | € 180 |
| Apartment for 4 (during fairs: max 2 guests) | € 200 | € 220 |
| Loft (2 guests) | € 180 | € 200 |
Minimum stay: 3 nights · Non-refundable rate: minimum 50% prepayment
For every event we have a dedicated fair rate, breakfast included, in a double room for single use or a double. It is booked only by WhatsApp or email: tell us the fair, dates and number of people and we reply within minutes.
Open for the fair: 9–12 March 2027
Groups of 5 rooms or more: special price on request.
Important: prices, opening dates and conditions are indicative and may change. Message us on WhatsApp and we confirm everything within minutes.
Buses and shuttles to the fair: timetables are published on the event's official website. KEY ↗
What trade-fair guests need
Booking
- Minimum stay during trade fairs: 2 to 4 nights depending on the event
- Free name change: the company or agency books the room and can change the guest, even a different person every night
- Groups and stand staff: tailored offer on WhatsApp
- Company invoice and a desk in the room
Getting there and around
- Bus line 10 to the Expo Centre, stop 20 m away: 5 minutes, last stop before the fairgrounds (first stop on the way back)
- Arriving after 21:00? Self check-in: we send you WhatsApp instructions for the hotel and the garage
- Covered garage and 4 public EV charging points in front of the hotel
At the hotel
- Breakfast from 7:00 on fair days
- Restaurants open in winter too, a short walk away: La Posada, Le Ruote, La Brace, Cavalieri
Practical tips
- KEY and HYPE share the same ticket: plan your halls in advance, the venue is large.
FAQ · KEY 2027
When does KEY 2027 take place?
From March 10–12, 2027, at Rimini Expo Centre (Via Emilia 155). Opening hours, tickets and programme on the event’s official website.
How far is the hotel from Rimini Expo Centre?
Direct bus to the Expo Centre (line 10): the stop is 20 metres from the hotel, it is the last one before the fairgrounds and the ride takes 5 minutes. On the way back it is the first stop, so you always get a seat.
Is the hotel open during KEY?
Yes: for KEY we are open 9–12 March 2027, with heated or air-conditioned rooms, breakfast from 7 am and covered garage. Outside these dates, message us on WhatsApp.
How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Riva e Mare during KEY?
Indicative fair rate per night, breakfast included: single room €150; double room €165 for 1 guest or €180 for 2 guests; loft and apartment see table. Minimum stay 3 nights, non-refundable rate with 50% deposit. Prices may change: we confirm everything on WhatsApp within minutes.
What is the minimum stay for KEY?
3 nights. For other dates message us on WhatsApp and we will find a solution.
What time is breakfast on fair days?
From 7:00, so you reach the Expo Centre for opening time. Sweet and savoury buffet with fresh orange juice, eggs, cold cuts and cheeses, croissants and fruit.
I arrive late from the fair or by car at night: how do I check in?
After 21:00 reception is closed: message us on WhatsApp and we send you the instructions for the hotel and the garage. The covered garage is subject to availability, tell us when you book.
Do you issue company invoices?
Yes, with your company details at booking or check-in.
Can we change the guest name or have different people sleep in the same room?
Yes. When a company or agency books, the room can change guest at no cost — even a different person every night of the fair. Just send us the names before arrival. We do not offer flexible cancellation on fair rates.
Where can we have dinner nearby during winter fairs?
A short walk from the hotel, La Posada, Le Ruote, La Brace and Cavalieri stay open from October to April (Romagna cuisine, seafood and pizza). Rimini's centre is 5 minutes by bus. Reception is happy to recommend and book for you.
How far in advance should I book for KEY?
As early as possible: during trade fairs the hotels open near the Expo Centre fill up weeks ahead, and the fair rate is available only while rooms last.
How do I get to the Expo Centre without a car?
By bus line 10: the stop is 20 metres from the hotel and you reach the fairgrounds in 5 minutes (last stop before the Expo Centre, first stop on the way back). From Rimini railway station, 15 minutes by bus. Fair shuttle timetables are on the event’s official site; the reception is happy to help.
All trade fairs
- REMODULA EXPO · November 17–19, 2026
- IBE Intermobility Future Ways · November 24–26, 2026
- SIGEP WORLD · January 23–27, 2027
- PESCARE SHOW · February 12–14, 2027
- Beer & Food Attraction · February 21–23, 2027
- BBTech Expo · February 21–23, 2027