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

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

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

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

contemporary hotel overlooking Port Hercule, all of the modern rooms and spacious suites have views of gleaming yachts and super-yachts

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

in the heart of the marina with many of the Provencal-style bedrooms overlooking the water, others overlook the market square

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

directly on the sands of Cavalière Beach, a comfortable hotel with good facilities, beachfront restaurant and bar and private section of beach

opposite the sands of Garonnette Beach, 5km from the town centre, a welcoming hotel with bedrooms decorated in warm Provençal tones

Le Lavandou's marina lies opposite this welcoming hotel with elegant bedrooms decorated in ochre or sky blue colours, some with sea view

modern and comfortable bedrooms, most with a bay view, are offered at this family hotel set directly on the shore line with access to the beach

Provençal style hotel, on the rocky shoreline moments from St-Clair Beach; cosy, air-conditioned rooms, most with independent entrance

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

small hotel, just 14 rooms with sea-themed décor, overlooking Port Hercule; in summer yacht watch at breakfast from the roof top terrace

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

a Villefranche institution, welcoming guests since the 18th century, sits on the colourful quayside and offers smart rooms, most with sea view

a spacious terrace is the place to dine and enjoy a drink, or simply relax as it extends to the sands of d'Aiguebelle; bedrooms are well-presented

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 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

a 19th century Italianate villa, with a pretty façade, set in a floral garden facing the sea; take breakfast on the terrace for scenic views

a family-run hotel offers air-conditioned rooms, individually styled, a restaurant, gourmet creperie, bar and a shop selling local products

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

family-run hotel facing the Mediterranean offers comfy, well-equipped rooms and suites, and a 7th-floor well-being space with jacuzzi

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

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

a choice of well-presented bedrooms with kettle, a microwave and a fridge or studios with a kitchenette, located opposite Nartelle Beach

situated directly on Cavalaire Beach and offers neat bedrooms in a simple, contemporary style, some with sea view and plunge pool

contemporary villa, in wooded grounds that stretch down to the sea, has a relaxing ambience and facilities, indoor heated to 30c and a sauna

a seafront bistro, menu based around the local daily catch and local producers, offers spacious and contemporary rooms or a family suite

seafront B&B with well-equipped bedrooms, air-conditioning, refrigerator, microwave, and most rooms have a glorious sea view