The best hotels in Nice

What are the best hotels in Nice?

This is a city where grand Belle Époque palaces, intimate boutique hotels and design-led stays all compete for attention, each offering a different take on the Côte d’Azur. If we had to pick the standouts from our collection, there are two that rise above the rest. For the full Riviera experience, Anantara Plaza is our top pick. This five star address brings together everything you want from a luxury Nice stay: a prime position near the Promenade des Anglais, elegant Belle Époque character, attentive service, beautifully designed interiors and a rooftop bar with sweeping views towards the Mediterranean. Add in a sophisticated spa and excellent dining, and it feels like the most complete all-rounder in the city. For something with more history and personality, Hotel du Couvent is the one we'd book for atmosphere alone. Tucked into Nice’s Old Town, this beautifully restored 17th century convent combines historic charm with understated luxury. Think warm terracotta, secluded gardens, Roman-inspired baths and thoughtful details that nod to its past. More than just a stylish place to sleep, it has a lived-in atmosphere that makes you feel connected to the old city from the moment you arrive.

Nice is the vibrant capital of the Côte d’Azur, where Italian charm meets French flair, and sea views, sunny skies, and a buzzing arts scene set the tone. Once a haven for 18th century Brits in search of healing sea air, Nice is now a vibrant city where the Promenade des Anglais offers the perfect backdrop for a relaxed stroll, a spot of shopping, or a fresh seafood lunch. Whether you're sunbathing on the beach or wandering through the winding lanes of Vieux Nice, the city exudes an irresistible blend of elegance and energy.

Take a look at our Where to stay in Nice guide for a closer look at the town's different areas, then scroll down the page for our full selection of recommended hotels in Nice.

The Best Places to Stay in Nice

For an Intimate Bolthole

• Le Castel Enchanté is a charming Italianate villa draped in bougainvillea, with sea views, a lush garden, and a petite pool. Its four simple rooms offer peace, privacy, and great value. Enjoy homemade jams and fruit fresh from the garden each morning.
• Les Suites Masséna offers stylish, Scandi-chic suites overlooking Place Masséna. Expect soft tones, modern comforts, and minimalist elegance. Ideal for city explorers, with some suites featuring freestanding tubs and space for extra beds. Perfect blend of location, style, and convenience.
• Villa Kilauea- A tranquil hillside retreat with panoramic views of Nice and the bay. Just four serene rooms, a stunning pool, and peaceful gardens. Ideal for couples seeking a relaxed, rural escape just minutes from the city buzz.

For a Seaside Stay

• Welcome Hotel- This chic seaside stay in Villefranche-sur-Mer offers ocean-view terraces, crisp blue-and-white rooms, generous breakfasts, and a buzzing bar for sunset drinks. Just minutes from Nice, it’s perfect for relaxed beach dips, coastal strolls, and soaking up Riviera charm.
• Set on Nice’s Baie des Anges, Hotel Le Suisse is a stylish four-star stay offering light-filled rooms with wooden floors and sea-view balconies. Ideal for beach lovers, couples, and solo travellers seeking a breezy, elegant base with front-row seats to the Riviera.
• Tucked beside Nice’s beach, Hotel La Perouse surprises with sea-view terraces, a serene pool, leafy courtyard dining, and 40 rooms facing the bay. A romantic escape that’s far more delightful than its modest exterior suggests.
• Hotel Victoria is a glamorous hideaway in the heart of Nice, where rooftop infinity pools meet marble interiors, sea views, and sun-drenched balconies. Soak up Riviera charm just steps from the beach.

For Boutique Chic

• The Jay is a bold, Gatsby-inspired boutique with blue velvet armchairs, Chesterfields, and striking wallpaper across 38 rooms—many with balconies. Come evening, the elegant bar buzzes with cocktail-sipping guests. Stylish, swanky, and full of flair.
• Villa Otero- Old-school glamour meets modern cool with bird-of-paradise wallpaper, velvet accents, and palms in the black-and-white tiled lounge. Great breakfasts and teas, plus walkable access to Nice’s vibrant food and nightlife scene.
• Set in an 1890 Belle Époque mansion, Villa Rivoli is a charming boutique stay offering 24 rooms with floral prints, balconies, and timeless French elegance. A serene retreat with access to a private beach—perfect for a romantic escape.
• La Malmaison- Refined and romantic, this elegant hotel features spacious rooms with soft grey velvets, iron balconies, and large windows. Nestled on a leafy boulevard, it’s ideal for couples seeking style, comfort, and a relaxed lounge-bar vibe.
• Eclectic and artistic, Le Windsor blends whimsical mural-filled rooms with exotic gardens, a pool, and a Moroccan hammam. Creative and characterful, it’s a unique base for couples or friends wanting something well beyond the ordinary.
• Hotel Amour Nice offers a stylish hideaway in the heart of Nice, blending pastel-hued rooms, flea-market finds, and bold art. With a rooftop pool, chic beach club, and two buzzing restaurants, it’s your launchpad for sun, strolls, and serious style.

For a Traditional Stay

• Hotel du Couvent- Step inside this 17th-century convent in Nice’s Old Town for a timeless escape. Rustic terracotta, Roman-style baths, secret gardens, and apothecary workshops offer a soulful stay rooted in tradition, just moments from the Riviera’s buzz.

For Pure Luxury

• Anantara Plaza is a Riviera icon blending Belle Époque elegance with modern flair. Think velvet interiors, marble bathrooms, and curated art. Luxe perks? A rooftop bar with endless sea views, a world-class spa, and gourmet dining at its finest.

For Foodies

• Negresco Hotel is a legendary Nice icon near the sea, offering lavish rooms with antiques and rich fabrics. Michelin-starred Le Chantecler, led by Chef Virginie Basselot, serves refined local cuisine. A must for food lovers seeking historic grandeur and culinary excellence.

For Families or Groups

• Palais Saleya offers stylish studios and apartments in a revamped 18th-century palace, with bold prints, full kitchens, and living areas. Sleeps up to six—perfect for families or groups wanting space and flexibility in Nice’s Old Town, just minutes from markets, cafes, and the seafront.
• Deck Hotel is a bright, beachy base with nautical-themed rooms in blue, white, and yellow. Great for families or friends, with a games room, rooftop bar, and live music nights. Just a short stroll to the beach. Fun, flexible, and full of energy.
• Hotel Nice Excelsior- A playful, travel-themed stay near Nice-Ville station with vibrant rooms, vintage trunks, and postcard decor. Family rooms available, plus a peaceful courtyard bar. Ideal for train travellers and sightseeing families who want colour, comfort, and convenience.
• Hotel Gounod is well-suited for families, with two-bedroom suites, access to a rooftop pool and restaurant, and a nearby beach club. Parents can unwind with spa massages while kids enjoy beach days and roomy, flexible accommodations. A relaxed, central base for all ages.
• Le Grimaldi- Belle Époque elegance meets modern comfort in this charming hotel with family-friendly rooms, wrought iron beds, and stylish bathrooms. Buffet breakfasts please all tastes, and the beach, Promenade des Anglais, and boutiques of the Golden Square are just steps away.

For an Apartment or Holiday Cottage

• If you'd prefer a self-catering option, we suggest that you visit our online partner Booking.com.

Travel Information

• Fly to Nice Côte d'Azur Airport and catch the shuttle bus or a taxi into the city. Alternatively, take the overnight train from Paris — book a couchette — or arrive by boat.
• The Côte d'Azur is famously wonderful for a road trip! Contact our online partner Rentalcars if you would like to hire a car.
• Travel during the spring or summer for the warmest weather, with temperatures peaking around 27°C in June to August — although this is also the busiest time of year in France's second-most popular city. The Mistral winds keep the air fresh, and the rain showers relatively short. May or September are ideal for quieter trips, and winters are still lovely if you're not planning to swim.

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