The Best Hotels on the French Riviera

1. Cap d’Antibes Beach Hotel | A getaway right on the water

Located between Port du Crouton and Port Gallice, the Cap d’Antibes Beach Hotel stands with its sleek lines facing the Mediterranean. This 5-star boutique hotel on the French Riviera, featuring 35 rooms and suites and completely redesigned by architect Bernard Dubois, blends seamlessly into the coastal landscape: light-colored stucco, understated geometry, raw wood furnishings, and views opening out to the sea. The atmosphere evokes the modernist villas of Palm Springs, while the flower-lined walkways and stone floors conjure up an endless summer on the Riviera.

From the private terraces or the ground-level gardens, the sea comes into view behind the palm trees and umbrella pines. The interiors, deliberately minimalist and custom-made, invite relaxation: mahogany walk-in closets, pinkish marble in the bathrooms, and furniture designed piece by piece. The Le Cap suite, suspended above the waves, offers an exceptional panorama, from the bathtub to the bed.

The private beach becomes a hedonistic playground: here, guests savor the sun-kissed dishes of BABA, the beach restaurant by Assaf Granit, in an atmosphere as light as a jazz tune. The rotunda bar, the tables by the water’s edge, the fragrant mezze, and the grilled dishes invite guests to enjoy the experience until sunset. Further up, under a pergola or in the exotic garden designed as a botanical world tour, guests can relax at the Holidermie spa or during a yoga class offered by Le Tigre Yoga.

For a gourmet dinner, head to Les Pêcheurs. From his dining room, which seems to float on the waves, Michelin-starred chef Nicolas Rondelli crafts a seafood-inspired menu guided by the catch of the day. Mediterranean squid and clams, red shrimp, purple artichokes, or oysters from Tamaris Bay: the sea is the common thread running through a simple yet refined cuisine, perfectly paired with a selection of regional treasures from the wine cellar.

Cap d’Antibes Beach Hotel
Scheduled to reopen in April 2026
35 rooms, rates starting at 424 euros per night
10 Boulevard Maréchal Juin, 06160 Cap d’Antibes

2. Hermitage Monte-Carlo Hotel | Monaco

Combining the unique chic of the French Riviera with the refinement of French luxury hospitality, the 5-star Hôtel Hermitage Monte-Carlo in Monaco is a true gem. This palace, straight out of the Belle Époque, captivates guests with its prime downtown location, access to a private beach, the splendor of its ocean-view suites, its restaurants, and its unique spa.

Beyond the majesty of the decor—the winter garden, the Eiffel dome—it is the consistency of the high-end amenities that truly defines the place. The hotel features 262 guest rooms, including 13 Diamond Suites, the most prestigious at Monte-Carlo Société des Bains de Mer. True “haute couture” suites, unique in their meticulous luxury, they offer ocean views and feature a terrace or a jacuzzi. Designed to accommodate up to six people, they promise an exceptional stay on the French Riviera.

The Thermes Marins Monte-Carlo stands out as one of the cornerstones of this luxury establishment. Spanning 6,600 square meters entirely dedicated to wellness, the facility offers a comprehensive range of amenities—including a swimming pool, solarium, sauna, hammam, hot tub, and fitness center—and provides a selection of cutting-edge treatments, from radiofrequency and mesoporation to fasciatherapy and mesomassage.

Finally, the stay is rounded out with a gastronomic experience at one of the hotel’s four restaurants. The two Michelin-starred restaurants—L’Abysse Monte-Carlo by Yannick Alléno** (celebrating Japanese cuisine) and Pavillon Monte-Carlo by Yannick Alléno* (contemporary fine dining)—are set in distinctive, statement-making settings. For a more relaxed atmosphere, Limún stands out as the ideal spot for a family lunch.

Hôtel Hermitage Monte-Carlo
262 rooms, rates starting at 500 euros per night
Square Beaumarchais, 98000 Monaco
Official website

3. Villa Marie | Saint-Tropez

Just 3 kilometers from Saint-Tropez, this Côte d’Azur hotel is the perfect choice for those dreaming of a relaxing getaway under the Provençal sun, while staying away from the hustle and bustle of Saint-Tropez. Nestled in the pine forest of Ramatuelle, overlooking the Mediterranean, the five-star Villa Marie welcomes both Riviera regulars and those who have more recently fallen under its spell. It’s a destination to visit from May, when the warm weather returns, through October.

The property features 45 rooms and suites, ranging from 26 to 60 m², designed to offer the comfort of a vacation home with the added bonus of a heavenly setting. All open onto Pampelonne Bay and the sea via a private balcony, terrace, or Italian-style loggia. Some feature a freestanding bathtub and can accommodate up to four people.

Enjoy southern French cuisine at the romantic Dolce Vita restaurant: zucchini flower salad with burrata and pistou; thinly sliced red shrimp carpaccio with lemon caviar; whole fish from the Saint-Tropez market, braised… all while taking in the breathtaking sea view from the tree-lined terrace.

To experience Saint-Tropez without the late-night hustle and bustle, head to Villa Marie: the perfect spot to enjoy evenings on the Saint-Tropez beach, then retreat to absolute tranquility.

Villa Marie
Scheduled to reopen on May 12, 2026
45 rooms, rates starting at 610 euros per night
1100 Chemin de Val Rian, 83350 Ramatuelle

4. Les Roches Blanches | Cassis

Located between the port of Cassis and the first calanques, Les Roches Blanches is housed in a former mansion built in 1887 on the shores of the Mediterranean Sea. This 5-star seaside hotel owes its name to the limestone cliffs that define this iconic coastline of the Bouches-du-Rhône and boasts a rare location, directly facing Cap Canaille, one of the tallest sea cliffs in Europe. Converted into a hotel in the 1920s, this estate has hosted distinguished guests such as Winston Churchill and Édith Piaf throughout its history. Today, as one of the most iconic 5-star hotels on the Mediterranean coast, the property exudes a subtly reinterpreted Art Deco elegance, where geometric lines, fine materials, and hues inspired by the sea harmonize with the ever-present panoramic view.

Les Roches Blanches features 45 rooms and suites, divided into Classic, Deluxe, and Executive categories, as well as several suites offering spaces up to 89 m². The rooms, ranging from 18 to 25 m², feature understated decor with Art Deco influences, while the higher categories boast terraces or balconies overlooking the Mediterranean and Cap Canaille. Accommodating up to six people, the Presidential Penthouse features three bedrooms, a spacious private terrace facing the sea, and a hammam. Guests enjoy amenities such as access to tennis, padel, and pickleball courts, as well as a two-hour tour of the surrounding area in a Fiat Topolino Dolce Vita.

For a more independent stay, Villa Cala Bianca rounds out the hotel’s offerings. This 280-square-meter contemporary property, built into the cliffside with direct access to the sea, accommodates up to eight guests in four bedroom suites. Spread over four levels, it features two private pools, a hammam, a massage room, a fitness center, a pétanque court, and spacious terraces overlooking the sea. Guests enjoy the hotel’s services, including a dedicated butler, Clefs d’Or concierge service, private transfers, a golf cart driver, and access to all of Les Roches Blanches’ facilities.

Dining options include several venues with complementary styles. The hotel’s signature restaurant, Les Belles Canailles, showcases contemporary Mediterranean cuisine led by Executive Chef Alessandro Guardiani. The menu changes with the seasons and prioritizes local producers as well as ingredients from the Provence region, while pastry chef Kevin Raynal’s desserts extend this exploration of Mediterranean flavors. Overlooking Cap Canaille, the terrace offers a spectacular setting from lunch through dinner. The experience continues in the property’s various spaces: Le Rocco for a more relaxed atmosphere, Le Loup Bar for cocktails, Le 1887, a tribute to the estate’s history, or La Pétanque, where you’ll find the convivial spirit of long summer evenings in Provence.

Wellness also plays an important role with the Sisley Spa, nestled among the pine trees and rocks, as if suspended above the Mediterranean. The facility features four treatment rooms, including one for two, an elegant mosaic-tiled hammam, a relaxation room with sweeping views of the landscape, and a fitness area. Sisley treatments, based on the benefits of plant extracts and essential oils, include personalized facial and body treatments, complemented by massages inspired by traditions from around the world. Outside, two infinity pools seem to extend into the sea, reinforcing this sense of continuity between the hotel and its rocky surroundings. More than just a seaside resort, Les Roches Blanches offers a complete immersion in the landscapes of Cassis, blending Belle Époque heritage, the Mediterranean art of living, and exclusive access to the calanques.

Les Roches Blanches
45 rooms, rates starting at 760 euros 
9 avenue des Calanques, 13260 Cassis
Official website

5. Palais de la Méditerranée Hotel | Nice

Overlooking the Baie des Anges, the Palais de la Méditerranée is anything but a discreet little gem. Imposing in stature, it looks the Promenade des Anglais straight in the eye. Since 1929, this landmark—with its listed Art Deco façade—has been part of Nice’s cultural heritage.

Redesigned by designer Linda Boronkay, it ushered in a new era in its history by joining The Unbound Collection by Hyatt in 2026. The 145 rooms and 28 suites feature an intimate atmosphere, sweeping curves, and terraces opening onto the sea or the hills. Few hotels offer this feeling of being in the heart of Nice while providing such tranquility and comfort. At the Zouzou restaurant, Chef Sébastien Roux serves up vibrant Mediterranean cuisine, complemented by Marco Stella’s cocktails. For wellness, year-round heated indoor and outdoor pools, a 400 m² spa, a retro fitness center, and exclusive access to Ruhl Beach perfectly enhance your stay. 

We love: The hotel ranks among the best venues for hosting weddings in Nice and along the French Riviera, thanks to both its historic setting and its facilities. The hotel features 1,700 m² of event space, including the spectacular Salon Riviera, which can accommodate up to 936 guests. With its view of the Baie des Anges, the prestige of its Art Deco façade—designated a historic monument—and the service of a top-tier 5-star hotel, it offers everything needed to host everything from an intimate gathering to a large-scale wedding. 

Hôtel Palais de la Méditerranée - The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
145 rooms and 28 suites, prices starting at 801 euros
13 Promenade des Anglais, 06000 Nice

6. Villa Sabbia Le Collectionist | La Croix-Valmer

Some people prefer to settle into a home all to themselves. These are splendid villas for rent that offer all the comforts (and services) of a hotel on the French Riviera, with the added luxury of privacy. Le Collectionist has made this its specialty, bringing together the most beautiful properties in Provence for exceptional stays. A few have caught our eye… and have been tested and approved by Yonder. Tucked behind the palm trees and hedges of La Croix-Valmer, Villa Sabbia doesn’t go for flash, but rather for understated sophistication. And yet, it impresses with its 570 m². You have to step inside to understand what sets this ultra-luxury family home apart from other villas in the region: a genuine hammam, clad in dark mosaics with a metallic sheen, preceded by a room whose walls are adorned with a monumental fresco. A place for total relaxation, designed as a mini-Oriental spa, as beautiful as it is functional. Another unique feature: the private movie theater—far from a simple home theater with a plush sofa. Here, large-screen screenings take place in a dedicated room featuring a pool table and a bar, a perfect blend of a gentlemen’s lounge and a family hangout.

When it comes to decor, it’s all in the details. Natural materials, exposed beams, shades of beige, weathered terracotta tiles, and custom-made furniture give the entire space a refined Mediterranean atmosphere, without ever veering into the cliché of a Provençal postcard. The kitchen, spacious and bright, opens directly onto the terrace, and the bedrooms, spread across several levels, all offer direct access to the garden or a view of the pine-covered hills.

And if you feel like stepping out of this cozy retreat, the concierge service can arrange a boat tour around the Îles d’Or, a private dinner at home curated by a chef and a sommelier, or even an introduction to perfume-making—all while you enjoy a few games of padel or laps in the 16-meter-long pool.

What sets it apart? A true sense of comfort (not just a collection of amenities), a wellness area, and that rare feeling of having found a place that manages to be both sumptuous and sincere.

Villa Sabbia 
Prices starting at 25,515 euros per week for 8 bedrooms (17 guests), or 455 euros per night per room
lecollectionist.com/villa-sabbia-la-croix-valmer

8. Villa Grant by The Collectionist | Ramatuelle

Just minutes from the beaches of Pampelonne, Villa Grant—part of The Collectionist’s selection of exceptional homes—embodies the rare blend of architectural precision and Mediterranean sensuality. Its contemporary structure, with its clean, straight lines, seems to float above the lush greenery, facing the sea. Inside, there’s not a single misstep: open spaces, panoramic windows, and meticulously curated decor that evokes a private gallery more than a vacation home. Veined marble sits alongside works of art, and the materials interact with one another in a perfectly controlled elegance.

But beneath its minimalist aesthetic, the villa offers some very tangible amenities. The heated saltwater pool is ideal for both laps (thanks to its counter-current system) and lazy afternoons lounging on the deck chairs. Down below, a pétanque court and a ping-pong table serve as a reminder that luxury can also be laid-back. Inside, a cozy movie theater—with a spacious sofa, flat-screen TV, and a cozy atmosphere—lets you extend your evenings with a private screening. As for the hammam, it offers a welcome respite.

The concierge service, well-versed in fulfilling even the most specific requests, offers personalized experiences: renting out a vineyard for a lunch among the vines, setting sail for a sunset cruise, organizing a DJ party under the stars, or even bringing in a perfumer to create your own fragrance. Nothing is impossible; everything is flexible.

What sets it apart? The feeling of stepping into a living work of art, complete with a movie theater and a hammam that rival those of the grandest hotels—all just a stone’s throw from Pampelonne.

Villa Grant
Prices start at 96,610 euros per week for 6 bedrooms (12 guests), or 2,300 euros per night per room
lecollectionist.com/villa-grant-ramatuelle

8. The Maybourne Riviera | The ultra-luxury hotel just 10 minutes from Monaco

Perched on the heights of Roquebrune-Cap-Martin, between Nice and Menton, The Maybourne Riviera stands out in the Côte d’Azur landscape thanks to its distinctive architecture and unique cliffside location. Owned by Irish billionaire Paddy McKillen and the Qatari royal family, the hotel overlooking the sea was designed by Pierre Yovanovitch and BOS Studi, who showcased the work of local artisans through glassware, ceramics, and custom-made furniture.

The building, designed by Jean Michel Wilmotte, blends seamlessly into the rocky landscape dotted with towering cypress trees, lemon groves, and olive groves. With 65 guest rooms (45 rooms and 24 suites), four restaurants—two of which are led by chefs Jean-Georges Vongerichten and Guillaume Boumati—two swimming pools, and a spa designed by Michelle Wu, the 5-star hotel offers a very high standard of luxury.

The Maybourne Riviera
Scheduled to reopen in spring 2026
65 rooms and suites, starting at 595 euros per night
1551 Route de la Turbie, 06190 Roquebrune-Cap-Martin

9. Grand-Hôtel du Cap-Ferrat, A Four Seasons Hotel | Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat's legendary landmark

Opened in 1908, the Grand-Hôtel du Cap-Ferrat still embodies the quintessential glamour of the French Riviera. Acquired by Four Seasons in 2015, this vast seven-hectare green setting at the tip of Cap-Ferrat has been welcoming jet-setters and royalty to its immaculate interiors—designed by Pierre-Yves Rochon—for decades.

In total, there are 74 rooms and suites—including 8 with private pools—and three superb villas. Outside, sumptuous terraces offer one of the finest views of the Mediterranean along the entire coast, and for a taste of top-tier Provençal cuisine, make a reservation at Le Cap, chef Yoric Tièche’s Michelin-starred restaurant.

What sets it apart? The Club Dauphin, accessible via a glass funicular, and its spectacular 33-meter infinity seawater pool (heated to 28°C), one of the finest in the Mediterranean.

Grand Hôtel du Cap-Ferrat, A Four Seasons Hotel
74 rooms and villas. From €650 per night in low season, more than €1,200 per night in high season
71 Boulevard du Général de Gaulle, 06230 Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat

10. La Réserve Ramatuelle | The Contemporary Palace in Saint-Tropez

Like other La Réserve hotels in Geneva, Paris, and Zurich, Michel Reybier’s La Réserve Ramatuelle is an exclusive retreat, far removed from the glitz and electric atmosphere of Saint-Tropez hotels. Completely redesigned by architect Jean-Michel Wilmotte in the late 2000s, this historic 1970s building features just eight rooms and nineteen suites furnished with pieces by Hans Wegner, Finn Juhl, Flexform, and B&B Italia... and 14 chic villas (starting at 250 m²) for connoisseurs seeking tranquility and discretion. As with (almost) all properties of this caliber, La Voile (2 Michelin stars), a gourmet restaurant led by Éric Canino—Michel Guérard’s former chef in Gréoux-les-Bains—is also on site.

Good to know? While La Réserve Ramatuelle emphasizes intimacy, it doesn’t shy away from thinking big, featuring a vast 1,000 m² spa where you can be pampered in complete tranquility.

La Réserve Ramatuelle Hotel Spa & Villas
28 rooms and suites, 14 villas. Starting at 900€ per night
Chemin de la Quessine, 83350 Ramatuelle

11. Maison Albar - Le Victoria | Nice

Ideally located between the Promenade des Anglais and Place Masséna, this luxury hotel in Nice embodies the family spirit that characterizes the properties of this large family of hoteliers. The feeling of being “at home” is the guiding principle behind all of the group’s projects. At Maison Albar - Le Victoria, the refined decor—designed by the GOMIS agency and Studio MHNA—blends the elegance of French design with the relaxed lifestyle of the South. 

The Rooms: This spa hotel in Nice features a total of 102 rooms and 30 suites, all offering guests views of the gardens and the Baie des Anges. Every room invites you on a staycation in the heart of the Riviera, in an Art Deco atmosphere featuring light, bluish tones. In the Junior Suites, you can even enjoy your morning coffee while admiring the view of the hills of Nice from your private terrace. 

The 650-square-meter spa features treatments from the Swiss brand La Colline, natural Tuscan Seed to Skin rituals, and 24-karat gold body treatments by Beauty Gold, all in a setting that blends nautical style with Art Deco touches. On the hotel’s 6th floor, the outdoor infinity pool overlooks the Mediterranean and offers a moment of relaxation under the Nice sun. 

What sets it apart? The rooftop home to the Taulissa restaurant, featuring an à la carte menu by Glenn Viel and Fred Grava. 

Maison Albar - Le Victoria
132 rooms, rates starting at 303 euros per night 
6 Avenue de Suède, Nice