The Best French Riviera Beachfront Hotels

luxury hotel in tranquil, hillside gardens, with sublime Mediterranean views from the terraces and elegant, light-filled rooms and suites

on the Promenade des Anglais, a palatial hotel - a legendary symbol of Nice - offers opulently classic rooms and suites and impeccable service

a delightful hotel with artistic, themed décor in the rooms and an array of leisure facilities including kayaks, a seafront spa and infinity pool

an historic restored château in a medieval village features ornate rooms in Louis XIII style, and magnificent views of the Cote d'Azur

nestled into the rock face of the Colline du Château, perched above the sea, a boutique hotel with elegant rooms, sunny colours and views

with its magnificent Belle Époque façade, this landmark hotel has its own private beach and pier, along with elegance and top class service

savour the glamour and gourmet dining at this charming Art Deco-style hotel in a beautiful setting on the waterfront with marvellous views

an opulent restored 19th century hotel with a gourmet restaurant, direct access to the beach and some rooftop rooms with a terrace and Jacuzzi

character hotel retaining many original Belle Époque era features in the public spaces, the spacious bedrooms have a much more modern style

a strikingly designed hotel, at the heart of a private coastal resort, has calming, sea view bedrooms, 2 restaurants and relaxing facilities

at this Belle Époque era hotel on the Promenade des Anglais, marvel at the grand interior, and enjoy elegant rooms and luxurious facilities

the Promenade des Anglais' first hotel, built in 1842, has a historic listed façade and exudes Belle Époque style; rooms are carefully decorated

offers a Promenade du Soleil address close to shopping and easy access to the old town, a fine Belle Époque style hotel retains original character

grand seaside hotel, in the Belle Époque-style, with impressive public spaces, a library with a grand piano, and a palm lined garden

a traditional hotel, set back off the Promenade des Anglais, offers simple style rooms, some with balcony and sea view, and a garden terrace

a well-appointed, beachfront villa - Bonporteau Beach steps away - offers stylish, immaculately presented rooms, each individually styled