The best hotels on the Côte d’Azur

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, 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 share in 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 prawns, purple artichokes, or oysters from Tamaris Bay: the sea is the common thread of a simple yet refined cuisine, perfectly paired with a cellar of regional treasures.

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. Hôtel Hermitage Monte-Carlo | 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 offerings 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 pillars 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. At the two Michelin-starred restaurants, L’Abysse Monte-Carlo —Yannick Alléno** (celebrating Japanese cuisine) and Pavillon Monte-Carlo, a restaurant by Yannick Alléno* (contemporary fine dining)—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
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3. Domaine de l'Astragale | Saint-Tropez

Just a stone’s throw from the hustle and bustle of Saint-Tropez, the Domaine de l’Astragale is a hidden gem, nestled in a vast, sun-drenched park filled with trees. Just 200 meters from Bouillabaisse Beach and less than a kilometer from the village, this five-star retreat offers understated luxury, far from the hustle and bustle yet close to the Tropezian art of living. Amidst umbrella pines, olive trees, and oleanders, the atmosphere evokes all the charm of Provence, with that extra touch of soul unique to the beautiful homes of the Mediterranean. The ochre and terracotta-hued facades, the four swimming pools scattered throughout the gardens, and the private shuttle service available seven days a week set the scene for a getaway that is as exclusive as it is serene.

The estate’s 32 rooms, 16 suites, and 6 villas extend this sense of refined intimacy. Arranged around the pools and landscaped patios, all accommodations open onto a balcony, terrace, or private garden, with some suites featuring a private jacuzzi and direct access to the pool. The 120-square-meter villas, true luxury vacation homes, embody the spirit of the place: a second home, featuring a shaded patio, furnished terrace, and private pool, where interior and exterior blend in a distinctly southern harmony. An ideal base for exploring the French Riviera and the landscapes of Provence, while finding absolute tranquility upon returning from the beaches or evenings in Saint-Tropez.

At the heart of the estate, the restaurant fully celebrates the Mediterranean art of living. Set between the large terrace and the pool, the restaurant invites you to savor a bright, airy cuisine inspired by the flavors of the South and enhanced by seasonal ingredients. Enjoy lunch in the shade of the umbrellas, dine under soft lighting, or extend the experience in the comfort of your room thanks to room service available around the clock: everything here evokes an elegant and effortless dolce vita, the hallmark of the French Riviera. Between tennis matches, workouts at the gym, and trips to the port of Saint-Tropez, the Domaine de l’Astragale offers the perfect balance between a haven of peace and the buzz of the Côte d’Azur.

Domaine de l’Astragale
Opening May 29, 2026
54 rooms, starting at 480 euros per night
Chemin de Gassine, 83580 Gassin
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4. 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, facing the Mediterranean, the five-star Villa Marie welcomes both Riviera regulars and those who have more recently fallen under its spell. 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;thin-slicedred shrimpcarpacciowith 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 enduring the late-night hustle and bustle, head to Villa Marie: the perfect spot to enjoy Saint-Tropez beach evenings, 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

5. 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 decorated by designer Pierre Yovanovitch and BOS Studi, who highlighted 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 sky-piercing 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

6. Château de Théoule | First Millésime House on the Riviera

This former soap factory, built in 1630 in Théoule-sur-Mer, is now a sumptuous establishment by the Millésime group (Château de Sacy in Champagne, La Palmeraie in La Baule and La Villa des Orangers in Marrakech). Nestling on the bay of Cannes, the Château de Théoule offers 44 keys, two restaurants, four bars, a spa, a rooftop and a private beach in the heart of the Massif de l'Esterel. The rooms and suites, divided between the Art Deco Villa, the historic Château and the Maison des Pêcheurs, all offer breathtaking water views. The Château houses spacious suites and rooms with evocative names linked to its history, while the Villa, renovated in Art Deco style, overlooks the outdoor swimming pool. The third building, the Maison des Pêcheurs, offers a more intimate experience with just three rooms. On the culinary side, the gourmet table Mareluna and the more casual restaurant La Plage Blanche -orchestrated respectively by chefs Nicolas Boucher and Francesco Fezza- invite guests on a journey along the Riviera, on the French side and all the way to Italy.

Château de Théoule
From €360/night in low season / From €920/night in high season
55 Avenue de Lérins, 06590 Théoule-sur-Mer

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

Inaugurated in 1908, the Grand-Hôtel du Cap-Ferrat still embodies the quintessential glamour of the French Riviera. Owned by Four Seasons in 2015, this immense 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 all, 74 rooms and suites - including 8 with private pools - and a superb villa, the Villa Rose-Pierre. Outside, sumptuous terraces offer one of the finest views of the Mediterranean on the entire coast, and for a taste of top-flight Provençal cuisine, make a reservation at Le Cap, chef Yoric Tièche's Michelin-starred restaurant.

What makes the difference? The Club Dauphin, accessed via a glass funicular, and its spectacular 33-metre 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

8. 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 setting, far removed from the glitz and electric ambience of Saint-Tropez hotels. Completely redesigned by architect Jean-Michel Wilmotte in the late 2000s, this venerable 1970s building boasts just nine rooms and nineteen suites furnished in Hans Wegner, Finn Juhl, Flexform and B&B Italia... and 14 chic villas (from 250 m²) for aesthetes in search of calm and discretion. As with (almost) all homes of this standing, 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 ? Playing the intimacy card doesn't stop La Réserve Ramatuelle from thinking big, with a vast 1,000 m² spa where you can be pampered in complete tranquillity.

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

9. 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. Some have caught our attention… and have been tested and approved by Yonder. Behind the palm trees and hedges of La Croix-Valmer, Villa Sabbia doesn’t play the flashy card, but rather that of solid refinement. 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 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 with a pool table and 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 whole space a refined Mediterranean atmosphere, without ever veering into the cliché of a Provençal postcard. The kitchen, vast 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 leaving this cocoon, the concierge service can organize a boat trip around the Îles d’Or, a private dinner at home orchestrated by a chef and a sommelier, or even an introduction to perfume-making, between two 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
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