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5 Star Hotels in Nice — 12 of Our Favourites

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Cap Estel Hotel, Eze double bedroom

1. Cap Estel Hotel, Eze

Location
Eze

Situated on its own two-hectare peninsula jutting into the Mediterranean Sea, the hotel has wonderful panoramic views. With only 28 rooms spread over four separate locations, it is a very private and luxurious place to stay.

Most of the rooms are located in a mansion built in 1899 but extensively renovated in 2003. It has two penthouse suites with spacious private terraces and deluxe double rooms on the lower floors. There are also three rooms by the sea's edge overlooking the private beach, a separate Italian-style building with two apartments, and another two suites built above the sea.

There is also a great gourmet restaurant, a poolhouse and a relaxing spa. Additionally, the hotel boasts a private beach, two pools, one of them with an infinity edge and jacuzzi, and a cinema.

The Cap Estel will be closed from January 2nd to March 8th 2017 and in 2018 from January 1st to March 8th.

Grand-Hotel du cap-Ferrat Hotel, Cap-Ferrat outdoor swimming pool

2. Cap-Ferrat Grand Hotel, Cap-Ferrat

Location
Cap Ferrat

Distinguished turn-of-the-century resort hotel with a sophisticated aura, surrounded by a beautifully landscaped 14-acre park.

The Cote d'Azur's most legendary palace hotel, it has been an iconic hotel since its opening in 1908. Today it continues to be an exceptional hotel choice, with stunning views, immaculate rooms and a fabulous restaurant.

Among the 74 light and airy guest rooms – including 24 suites and one villa – some feature private terraces and swimming pools. Chic, modern design by Pierre-Yves Rochon features gleaming white marble and textures of white and beige, putting the emphasis on colourful artwork and signature French Riviera views.

The Grand Hotel du Cap Ferrat, A Four Seasons Hotel is a seasonal property. The hotel closes in mid-November and accepts reservations from the beginning of March.

Le Negresco Hotel, Nice exterior

3. Le Negresco Hotel

Location
Nice

Famous hotel and site named after Henri Negresco with an equally famous restaurant Le Chantecler, located on the Promenade des Anglais.

Built in 1912, overlooking the famous Baie des Anges, and classified a National Historic Monument in 1974, the 5 star Hotel Le Negresco in Nice is one of the few remaining private palaces still existing in the world. Jeanne Augier, owner and chairwoman, has created a unique living museum based on her desire to share her passion for art with her clients.

A bedroom with a canopy bed and a picture on the wall

4. Le Saint Paul Hotel, Saint-Paul de Vence

Location
Vence

Tucked inside the medieval village of Saint-Paul de Vence, Hotel Le Saint Paul offers timeless charm, artistic flair, and refined hospitality in a Relais & Châteaux setting.

Located in the heart of Saint-Paul de Vence, Hotel Le Saint Paul is housed in a beautifully preserved 16th-century Provençal home. With its cobbled lanes, ancient stone walls, and views of the surrounding Côte d’Azur, the setting is as enchanting as the service is personal. Inside, elegant rooms and suites blend authenticity with modern comfort, while original artworks and stylish furnishings add a contemporary edge.

Guests can choose from two on-site restaurants: Côté Terrasse, offering relaxed lunchtime dining in the sun, and Le Saint Paul, a fine-dining experience showcasing southern French flavours. Breakfast is served daily, either on the terrace or in the dining room, with à la carte options made from fresh, local ingredients.

Additional services include concierge support, valet parking, Nice airport transfers, and facilities for private events. The hotel welcomes pets and provides accessible features – guests with specific needs are encouraged to contact the team directly. Whether you’re here for the art, cuisine, or simply the peaceful Provençal atmosphere, Hotel Le Saint Paul delivers a stay that’s both luxurious and full of character.

La Reserve de Beaulieu Hotel, Beaulieu-sur-Mer double bedroom

5. La Reserve de Beaulieu Hotel

Location
Cap Ferrat

Classic French opulence with Mediterranean charm, all nestled between the mountains and the blue waters of the Riviera.

With 39 guest rooms, suites and villas, all filled with period furniture and pieces made to order by fine cabinet makers, this hotel lives and breathes opulence. Many of the rooms have views over the Mediterranean, others overlook the patio or the marina.

Its restaurant has a Michelin star and superb views.

A man stands on a balcony overlooking a swimming pool

6. Saint-Martin Spa & Chateau, Vence

Location
Vence

Château Saint-Martin & Spa is a former 12th century Knights Templar Commandery with superb views over the sweep of the Côte d’Azur. A place of consummate natural beauty set in a 32 acre park, a high point on the French Riviera where sea and the mountains unite.

Château Saint-Martin & Spa is a prestigious five-star property, showcasing the finest "Art de Vivre à la Française." A part of the renowned Relais & Châteaux collection since 1970, it remains one of the gems of the French Riviera.

Enjoy an elegant and refined atmosphere, with fresh, clear air and breathtaking views over the Mediterranean coastline and the surrounding countryside. Escape to Le Spa Saint-Martin, a haven of relaxation by Sisley and Bamford, or indulge in the abundant flavours of the Riviera at the hotel's restaurants.

Step through a brick arch to the charming terrace of your suite, or ascend the narrow spiral staircase to your Honeymoon Duplex Suite perched at the top of the tower. Each suite is filled with character, reflecting the château's rich history. For those seeking more privacy, the hillside villas—crafted in traditional bastide style—offer a secluded escape.

All guest rooms are elegantly furnished with refined interiors, showcasing the owner's personal attention to detail. From every room, you'll enjoy magnificent views over the Côte d’Azur, stretching from Monaco to Nice.

Hyatt Regency Le Palais de la Mediterranee Hotel, Nice exterior

7. Le Palais de la Mediterranee Hotel

Location
Nice

Located on the famous Promenade des Anglais, this contemporary hotel features a casino, an indoor & outdoor pool and spa facilities.

Hyatt Regency Nice Palais de la Méditerranée features luxurious and spacious accommodation including 176 guest-rooms and 9 elegantly furnished suites. Contemporary guest-rooms range in size from 25 to 117 square metres with balconies or terraces offering guests spectacular views overlooking either the Mediterranean Sea or the city of Nice. All five star luxury hotel suites meet the latest contemporary requirements of today’s business and leisure traveller.

The luxury hotel is the ideal location in Nice for hosting meetings, international conferences, social events and weddings. With seven meeting rooms to choose from, all equipped with the latest technology and enjoying spectacular sea views combined with the excellent services of the events team, your event at one of the best hotels in Nice, France, will certainly be both memorable and successful.

Overlooking the Mediterranean, it has a half moon outdoor swimming pool set just behind its impressive columns and a much-talked about casino.

a picture of a hotel suite at Le Chateau de la Chevre d'Or Hotel, Eze

8. Le Chateau de la Chevre d'Or Hotel, Eze

Location
Eze

Boasting remarkable sea views of St-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, this luxurious hotel is listed among the 500 World's Best Hotels.

The rooms are charming, and all decorated individually. Choose from a Classic, Tradition, Elegance or Deluxe room, or if you prefer you can book one of the suites. Many of the rooms have fantastic views of the Mediterranean from the hotels vantage point of 400m. On the other side, the rooms are facing the medieval village or gardens.

Guests can enjoy the views at sunset from the large terrace as you sip a Gin and Tonic and relax into your holiday, or take a dip in the outdoor pool with views of the Mediterranean.

a picture of a hotel suite at Royal Riviera Hotel, Beaulieu sur Mer

9. Royal Riviera Hotel, Beaulieu sur Mer

Location
Cap Ferrat

This hotel has been entirely renovated, combining the historical ambience of its past, plus the modern conveniences of an international luxury hotel.

The hotel features 94 rooms and suites providing the intimacy of a private villa with the luxury and the glamour of a place. Guests have access to a private beach, a large heated pool and a spa with a hammam and a sauna.

The hotel has two restaurants, including La Table du Royal which serves delicious gourmet Mediterranean cuisine.

A large building with purple flowers on the side of it

10. La Bastide Saint Antoine Hotel, Grasse

Location
Grasse

La Bastide Saint-Antoine in Grasse sits within five hectares of lush Mediterranean gardens and olive groves. It overlooks the surrounding plains and the Bay of Cannes, offering stunning views and a feast for the senses.

Once a hunting lodge, this elegant country manor is now a prestigious retreat with nine charming rooms and seven luxurious suites. Relax on the shaded panoramic terrace, take a dip in the outdoor pool with a jacuzzi, or keep active in the fitness room. For a truly unforgettable meal, savour gourmet cuisine at the Michelin-starred restaurant.

The Provençal-style rooms are warm and inviting, with antique furniture, quilted bedspreads, and original 18th-century terracotta floors. Five rooms blend contemporary design with traditional charm, while the prestige suites and apartment offer extra luxury with fireplaces and private jacuzzis on the terrace.

Boscolo Exedra Nice, Nice Centre exterior

11. Exedra Hotel, Nice Centre

Location
Nice

The 5-star Luxury Boscolo Exedra Nice is located in the centre of Nice, a few minutes from the old town, the boutiques of Place Masséna, the famous Promenade Des Anglais and the Conference Center.

Luxury Boscolo Exedra Nice, situated in France, Nice’s central boulevard, gives you the most sumptuous welcome to the pearl of the Côte d’Azur: historical architecture alongside bold and refined design solutions, distinctively modern, after a large-scale renovation work of this prestigious building of the early XX century in Belle Époque style.

The bar, with a futuristic atmosphere, La Pescheria, an "à la page" restaurant, the large Fitness, SPA & well-being area, with swimming pool and Hammam, and the avant-garde meeting area are all certain to become reference points for those who love this city’s fashionable life, for events, conferences and business meetings.

The 113 rooms, include 6 Junior Suites, 1 Executive Suite, 1 Duplex Grand Suite and 1 Presidential Suites. Owing to the modular system of the rooms, it is possible to increase the surface area of some rooms up to 130 m². The refined surfaces, such as marble and light parquet, the tones of ivory and cream on the walls, are a backdrop to the elegant white furnishings, with clear and rigorous shake which at times are made softer by sought-after details, and at others studded with decorative bourgeois motifs of the past. Comfort and ease provide an enchanting stay.

Beach, during the summer, guests have at their disposal a reserved area of the famous Ruhl Plage beach. Bicycles, for bicycle lovers, at the hotel entrance you can rent one of the "Velo Bleu" bikes.

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12. Le Mas de Pierre Hotel, Saint-Paul de Vence

Location
Vence

This five-star Relais & Châteaux resort offers elegant rooms, exceptional facilities and a peaceful setting near Saint-Paul-de-Vence.

Nestled in a Mediterranean garden at the foot of the Saint-Paul-de-Vence hills, Domaine du Mas de Pierre combines authentic Provençal charm with modern luxury. The resort is made up of nine bastides housing 76 spacious rooms and suites, each with its own private outdoor area.

Guests can unwind in the 2,000m² spa, complete with indoor pool, hammam, herbal sauna, jacuzzi, and a snow cave, or enjoy a swim in the resort’s unique turquoise lagoon. Two restaurants, a stylish bar, and seasonal live music bring a vibrant touch to this peaceful setting, while a courtesy shuttle offers easy access to the nearby village.

With multilingual staff, 24-hour room service, electric car charging, a business centre and airport transfers, every detail is taken care of for a seamless stay.