Best Luxury Hotels in Cannes
This glamorous French Riviera city is best known for its glittering annual film festival welcoming countless celebrities and VIPs. But it’s a delightful year-round destination for sun, sand, yachting, shopping, partying and dining. As it’s close to Monaco, Nice, Antibes and St Tropez, Cannes also makes for a convenient base to discover the finest resorts on the south coast of France — and it’s packed with luxury hotels well used to cater to the world’s most elite and chic jet setters. Here are our favourite places to stay when in Cannes.
Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, Cannes, Cannes City-Centre
Hôtel Martinez – The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
(5 stars)Home of the iconic film festival, Cannes is another magnet for celebrities. Hyatt’s Green Globe-certified Riviera property has 409 room, ten of which are accessible. There’s an art deco theme to its swish design by Pierre-Yves Rochon, with colours echoing those found in the local coastal scenery. Culinary artistry comes from Michelin-starred Executive Chef Christian Sinicropi, in the hotel’s three upmarket eateries. The finest – La Palme d’Or, overlooks the Bay of Cannes and features crockery designed by Sinicropi and his wife. There’s also a spa, kids’ club, beach and plenty of meeting facilities (all buzzing with famous faces and press during the film festival)
Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, Cannes
JW Marriott Cannes
(5 stars)In a prime position right on the promenade (Boulevard de la Croisette), the JW Marriott faces onto the beach. Bedrooms pay homage to the city’s Hollywood heritage, with black and white photographs of big screen icons from the golden era of cinema, along with Bvlgari products, spa baths and hi-tech gadgets to ensure you too feel like a star. There’s a grill restaurant, a lobby lounge and a rooftop bar and cafe to take in those views over a snack. You can rent a bicycle from the hotel for a greener way of exploring the locale, swim in the pool and workout in the Marriott fitness centre.
Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, Cannes, Cannes City-Centre
Canopy by Hilton Cannes
(4 stars)The Canopy by Hilton Cannes enhances the city’s skyline with its exceptional rooftop terrace offering panoramic Mediterranean views and interiors by the acclaimed designer Ramy Fischer. This launch signifies Hilton’s debut in Cannes and expands the Canopy by Hilton portfolio in Europe. The hotel boasts a prime location near the port, featuring 129 rooms and suites, plus 12 apartments, many with stunning views of the old harbour and La Croisette. Unique artworks by young artists adorn each room, complementing the brand’s luxurious amenities. Guests can enjoy an indoor-outdoor heated pool, a fitness centre, and an upcoming spa. Dining options include Marea Rooftop Restaurant & Cocktail Bar, offering a menu by Chef Alexander Douglas Burger, and Café Crème Brunch Club, a Californian eatery. Canopy by Hilton Cannes serves as a communal space, and complimentary bikes encourage exploration of the glamorous city of Cannes.
