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

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 elegant hotel, praised for the setting on its own private peninsula and beach, and the luxurious rooms, each with a terrace and scenic views

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

a celebrated hotel opened in the 1920s has had a designer Art Deco uplift with luxurious white lacquered furnishing - lavish suites available

exceptional review scores are given to this grand seafront Riviera hotel, for its luxuriously-appointed rooms and award-winning restaurants

a haven of peace in one of the most beautiful spots on the Riviera, with exceptional rooms, dining and facilities including an infinity pool

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

the elegant rooms face the sea at this hotel with three restaurants and a private beach, in an idyllic location on a beautiful bay west of St-Tropez

in a dramatic spot on the water's edge with views of the coastline, this striking 50's modernist hotel offers style and epicurean dining

contemporary hotel with sleek rooms, blond wood, clean lines, a lush Mediterranean garden and over the road, a private beach and restaurant

a grand hotel with a range of pampering facilities and attentive service enjoys a scenic location hugging the cliffs above a private cove

revel in the stylish Riviera glamour of this palatial hotel perched on the Cap Ferrat peninsula, with a gourmet restaurant overlooking the sea

every room has a balcony at this glamorous seaside hotel on an idyllic bay on the fringes of Monte Carlo, and there is an Olympic-sized pool

a fabulous hotel in lush gardens with a lagoon pool with hot tubs and waterfalls, in a scenic setting against a backdrop of mountains and coast

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

enjoys a privileged spot overlooking rocky coves and under 10 minutes on foot from the resort centre; choose a sea view for scenic views

azure waters and distant St-Tropez form a scenic backdrop and many of the bedrooms - in warm provincial tones - offer the same views

opposite La Nartelle Beach, a 5-minute drive from the town centre and offers bright, well-appointed bedrooms with a terrace or balcony

overlooking the marina and a short walk from the centre and railway station, a comfortable hotel with well-kept rooms, some sea views

opposite the small Pin Parasol Beach and just over 10 minutes on foot to the Place des Lices and offers smart, individually styled bedrooms

enjoy a luxury stay at this beachfront Riviera hotel with contemporary rooms, studios and apartments, plus a relaxing pool and hot tub area