Hôtel Belles Rives, a historic Art Deco gem, offers luxury and comfort in the heart of Cap d’Antibes, with a Michelin-starred restaurant and stunning seaside views.
Belles Rives Hotel, Juan les Pins
Timeless five-star retreat with Mediterranean views in Cap d’Antibes
Since 1929, Hôtel Belles Rives has been an icon of elegance, where history and modern luxury come together. Nestled in an Art Deco building once frequented by Francis Scott Fitzgerald and his wife Zelda, the hotel remains an intimate, welcoming retreat. Its rooms and suites provide a serene atmosphere of comfort and sophistication, where every detail is designed for relaxation.
Indulge in a Michelin-starred experience at La Passagère restaurant, or unwind at the Fitzgerald Bar with a signature cocktail. The hotel’s private beach invites guests to swim in the warm Mediterranean waters, while the terrace offers panoramic views of the Esterel mountains and Lérins Islands – perfect for enjoying the tranquil beauty of the French Riviera.
The pool
This hotel has a private beach, La Plage Belles Rives, which offers a wide selection of watersports as well as sun loungers and a relaxed beach atmosphere.
The Bar
The Bar Fitzgerald at Hôtel Belles Rives, a member of Europe’s Historic and Heritage Cafés, beautifully preserves its 1930s Art Deco charm. Offering panoramic Mediterranean views, it’s a perfect spot to unwind as the sun sets. Inside, original oak floors, black marble counters, and elegant period furnishings create a timeless atmosphere, while custom-designed details and restored artwork bring the space to life. Accessible to all, this intimate bar captures the spirit of the Côte d'Azur and its rich history.
The Restaurant
La Passagère: At Michelin-starred La Passagère, Chef Aurélien Véquaud creates imaginative seafood dishes, including expertly prepared fish and shellfish. Pastry Chef Steve Moracchini complements the experience with inventive desserts, offering a true culinary journey around the Mediterranean.
The restaurant, accessible to all, features a stunning terrace with views of the Lérins Islands. Inside, natural light floods the space, highlighting Art Deco details like restored chandeliers and mosaic floors, creating a perfect setting for an indulgent meal.
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Paddle Boarding Tours & Hire
1hr & 2hr SUP excursions, to discover the French Riviera
Based in Antibes, their activities extend along the French Riviera and include the Iles de Lerins.
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Kayaking Tours, Juan Les Pins
1.5hr & 2hr kayaking excursions, to discover the French Riviera
Based in Antibes, their kayak activities extend along the French Riviera and include the Iles de Lerins.
Restaurants nearby
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La Passagère Restaurant
Michelin-starred dining with sea views and Art Deco charm
La Passagère at Hôtel Belles Rives offers a refined culinary journey shaped by the creative talents of Chef Aurélien Véquaud and Pastry Chef Steve Moracchini. Set against a stunning Riviera backdrop, this restaurant pairs inspired cuisine with a spectacular setting.
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Les Pecheurs Gourmet Restaurant, Juan Les Pins
One Michelin star gourmet restaurant within the Cap d'Antibes Beach Hotel
Enjoy a culinary experience at this fine dining restaurant, Les Pêcheurs. It offers a creative cuisine that deftly blends flavours and fragrances from throughout the French Riviera.
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La Plage Belles Rives Beach Club, Juan les Pins
Private beach of the Belles Rives hotel in Juan les Pins
Soft white sand, a private pontoon, a lounge bar and a restaurant at the water's edge make this beach club a very special place to be.
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Perroquet Restaurant, Juan-les-Pins 
Perroquet Restaurant, Juan-les-Pins
French delights in the heart of Juan-les-Pins
Perroquet restaurant faces a pine forest, in the heart of Juan les Pins. The menu changes with the seasons with a constant French theme.
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Le Mai Thai Restaurant, Juan les Pins 
Le Mai Thai Restaurant, Juan les Pins
Thai restaurant in Juan-les-Pins, close to Antibes
Nothing flashy about this place but it has a reputation for good quality Thai food.
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L'Amiral Restaurant, Juan les Pins
Modern restaurant serving Mediterranean style cuisine
This is a small restaurant serves a selection of traditional French food as well as classic Italian and Mediterranean favourites. The dining space is modern and simple and the atmosphere is calm and inviting.
Beaches nearby
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Le Moure Rouge Plage Beach, Gazagnaire 
Le Moure Rouge Plage Beach, Gazagnaire
Free public beach with a local feel along the eastern coast
A long and narrow stretch of sand on Cannes' eastern most beach and coastal area. Quiet and relaxed, this beach is a favourite with locals as there are no large hotels nearby.
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Gazagnaire Plage Beach, Gazagnaire 
Gazagnaire Plage Beach, Gazagnaire
Public beach in the eastern residential area of Cannes
A public beach flanked by Le Moure Rouge beach and marina to the east and the Cap de la Croisette to the west. Being in a residential neighbourhood it attracts a very local crowd.
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Plage Zamenhof Beach, Port Canto 
Plage Zamenhof Beach, Port Canto
One of only two municipal run beaches along the Cannes coast
Shallow waters, sandy beach and amazing views without paying through the roof for a private beach club. There are two municipal run beaches along the Croisette, Plage Zamenhof to the east and Plage Mace to the west.
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Bijou Plage (Port Canto) Beach 
Bijou Plage (Port Canto) Beach
Plage du Bijou (Jewel Beach), shared public and private beach
Situated just past Port Canto and before Palm Beach, this is one of two completely non-smoking beaches in the Cannes area (the other being Plage des Rochers at Cannes La Bocca).
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Port Palm Beach 
Port Palm Beach
A quiet beach on the Pointe Croisette
Tucked away on the western side of Pointe Croisette, Palm Beach is a quiet and relaxed public beach with a great view and plenty of watersports activity.
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Ile Sainte Marguerite Beach 
Ile Sainte Marguerite Beach
An island with a mixture of rocky coves and sandy beaches
Ile Sainte Marguerite may not have ice cream shops and parasols all over the place but it has far more character and hidden charms than your average beach, with its bright blue water, fragrant forests, cool breezes, and smugglers coves.
Sights nearby
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Jardin Botanique de la Villa Thuret, Cap d'Antibes
Stunning botanical gardens and a 19th century villa
When Gustave Thuret arrived in Cap d'Antibes, he fell in love with the wild nature of the place and bought five hectares on which to build his stunning villa and cultivate a beautiful park and gardens.
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Espace Mer et Littoral (Graillon Tower), Cap d'Antibes
Maritime museum located in an old fort
This museum is located in the Graillon Tower on the tip of the Cap d'Antibes. It boasts panoramic views from its large terrace.
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Exflora Park, Juan les Pins 
Exflora Park, Juan les Pins
Stunning greenery & colour explosion on the coastline of the Cote d'Azur
A magnificent example of Mediterranean gardens with a large olive grove, fountains and of course the wonderful Antibes roses!
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Musee Picasso (Chateau Grimaldi)
National museum in honour of Picasso in a beautiful medieval castle
The Picasso museum is housed in the Chateau Grimaldi in the centre of the town of Vallauris. The chateau was built over a Roman fort in the 16th century.
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Villa Domergue & Gardens
Wonderful art deco style villa and Mediterranean gardens
Built by painter Jean-Gabrial Domergue in 1929 it was originally named Villa Fiesole. The style of the villa is highly influenced by the Italian Renaissance style and a Tuscan villa that the painter had seen near Florence.
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St George's Church 
St George's Church
Church erected in the 19th century in honour of the Duke of Albany
To the west of the town centre is the church of Saint George, built in a typically English Neo-Gothic style.
Towns nearby
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Juan Les Pins 
Juan Les Pins
Bustling seaside resort
Located just west of the old town of Antibes, Juan Les Pins is a seaside resort with beautiful sandy beaches, independent boutiques and a good selection of lively restaurants, bars and hotels.
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Vallauris Golfe-Juan 
Vallauris Golfe-Juan
A great area between the towns of Cannes and Antibes
The commune is known as Vallauris Golfe-Juan, combining the traditional charm of the pottery capital of the Riviera, Vallauris, which sits inland, with the seaside resort and sandy beaches of Golfe-Juan.
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Biot 
Biot
Discover this town full of arts and culture in the hills of Antibes
Biot is a lovely picturesque old town located up in the hills of Antibes. This medieval town is full of culture, history and art.
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Ile Sainte Marguerite
Ile Sainte Marguerite
Beautiful island just off the south coast of Cannes with stunning views of the Riviera
The gorgeous island of Saint Marguerite is the largest of the islands off the coast of Cannes. Regular ferries run from Cannes and only take around 15 minutes, yet this small island made up of a quiet pine forest and pretty coves feels far separated from the glitzy boutiques and hotels of Cannes.
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Ile de Saint Honorat, Lerins Islands 
Ile de Saint Honorat, Lerins Islands
An island steeped in history and wine just off the Côte d'Azur coastline
The island of Saint Honorat is the smaller of the two inhabited Lerins islands. Its main attraction is the monastery, a wonderful stone building well worth a visit.
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Mougins, Alpes-Maritimes 
Mougins, Alpes-Maritimes
Gorgeous gastronomic and artful village to the north of Cannes
Mougins covers a large swathe of hillside above Cannes, and this is where the smart money lives - luxurious villas and exquisite gardens dot the landscape, just close enough to enjoy Cannes, but far enough away to avoid the craziness.
