The 8 Best Hotels On the French Riviera

Hôtel Nice Beau Rivage

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ADDRESS
24 Rue Saint-François de Paule, 06300 Nice, France
PHONE +33 4 92 47 82 82

 

This contemporary beachfront hotel is another classic of the French Riviera, and—as a bonus—it’s slightly cheaper than many of its ritzy neighbors. Despite the more wallet-friendly rates, you’ll want for nothing as Beau Rivage is still situated right on the beach (you can go straight from check-in to the sand!) and has fun, colorful contemporary quarters. When it first opened in 1860, it was a regular haunt for Henri Matisse, Anton Chekhov, and other artistic luminaries. 

Cap d'Antibes Beach Hotel

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Situated directly on the water, Cap d'Antibes Beach Hotel is a smaller, friendly property that channels contemporary villa vibes as opposed to the opulent mansion style of many other Riviera hotels. Rooms are decorated in neutral colors with local olive wood accents, and many offer views of the idyllic Port du Crouton. Dining options abound, but the Michelin-starred Restaurant Les Pêcheurs, where you can enjoy local-caught seabream accompanied by beets and Siberian sturgeon caviar, is the standout.