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

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

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

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 19th century former seminary sits in an elevated spot above a rocky shoreline near Port Lympia, and has smart rooms in neutral tones

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

a family hotel located opposite St-Clair Beach offers a relaxing setting, well-equipped bedrooms, most with sea view, and a shady terrace

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

beach hotel with simple bedrooms, individually decorated with antique furniture and natural materials; in the restaurant, local produce is served

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

on the fine sands of Central Beach, with restaurants, cafés and shops at hand; bedrooms are well-equipped for a comfortable stay

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