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Boutique / Designer Hotels in Cannes — 17 of Our Favourites

Discover and book your perfect Cannes hotel

Cannes has a superb choice of big luxury hotels along the seafront and in the neighbouring streets.

Find loads of top tips and local insights in our Cannes Hotel Guide.

Hotel Splendid, Cannes - Centre exterior

1. Splendid Hotel

Location
Cannes

Exceptional view of the sea, the Bay of Cannes, Iles de Lérins, and the old quarter Le Suquet. Ideally situated, at the start of La Croisette, just steps from luxury shopping and beaches of golden sand.

Hotel Splendid, the first hotel in Cannes and has remained continuously open since 1871, very much an establishment steeped in history.

The hotel’s guest rooms welcome you to a unique setting that combines the atmosphere of the past and the comfort of the present. From your room you have the choice of an exceptional view over the Bay of Cannes and the sea or the historic old quarter Le Suquet. Some rooms have balconies, others have vast south-facing terraces. Breakfast as you wish at the Offenbach lounge or on the sun terrace facing the Palais des Festivals.

The rooms feature either city or sea views and are well-equipped.

A large white building surrounded by palm trees and bushes

2. Chateau de la Tour Hotel

Location
Cannes

Set in a peaceful 5,000 m² park filled with lavender, the four-star Château de la Tour Hotel offers a serene escape by the Mediterranean. Tucked away in a quiet residential area of Cannes, it’s just five minutes from the lively city centre and the famous film festival and congress venues.

Savour gourmet dining at the hotel’s restaurants, unwind by the sea-view swimming pool, enjoy a cocktail on the terrace of L’Araucaria or in the cosy bar, and treat yourself to a soothing massage. Life at the Château is all about indulgence and relaxation.

Dating back to the late 19th century, the estate includes the romantic four-star Château de la Tour hotel and the modern, private Villa La Magette. The team is committed to offering warm, attentive service with a focus on quality and genuine hospitality.

Free parking is available for thirteen cars, subject to availability. Please note that the layout of the property does not allow for accommodation of guests with reduced mobility.

An aerial view of a hotel called miramar

3. Tiara Miramar Beach Hotel, Theoule-sur-mer

Location
Cannes

Perched high above the Corniche d'Or in Théoule-sur-Mer, the five-star Tiara Miramar Beach Hotel & Spa boasts balconies and terraces that cascade down to a secluded private beach.

Nestled in a prime Mediterranean seaside location, the Tiara Miramar Beach Hotel & Spa offers a serene escape just a short drive from Mandelieu Airport and a little further from Nice Airport. With breathtaking sea views that will captivate even the most seasoned travellers, the hotel staff ensures a personalised experience, attending to your every need throughout your stay.

The hotel features a collection of spacious suites, perfect for a special getaway, family weekend, or romantic honeymoon. At Tiara Spa, indulge in a soothing seaside retreat, where Mediterranean charm meets Oriental influences for a truly relaxing experience.

A large building with a swimming pool in front of it

4. La Bastide de l'Oliveraie Hotel

Location
Cannes

Just moments from the famous Croisette and the lively energy of Cannes, La Bastide de l'Oliveraie is a charming four-star hotel set within a peaceful garden surrounded by silvery olive trees. Tucked away in a quiet residential area, it offers a serene retreat while keeping you close to the heart of the city.

From the moment you step inside, the Bastide de l'Oliveraie effortlessly blends refined modern style with timeless elegance. This balance flows throughout the hotel, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere.

The 32 rooms and suites pay homage to the olive tree, a symbol of the Mediterranean, with every detail reflecting its understated beauty. Elegant furnishings capture the silvery shimmer of its leaves, while golden light plays across soft textures and natural tones, creating a serene and relaxing retreat.

A hotel room with a large bed and a balcony

5. Royal Mougins Hotel

Location
Mougins

Located just a few minutes' drive from the charming medieval village of Mougins, this stunning four-star spa hotel enjoys a truly exceptional setting.

Set within a large, beautifully maintained private estate, the hotel offers a peaceful sanctuary where luxury and warmth come together. With an 18-hole golf course, a luxury spa, and a gourmet restaurant, it’s the perfect getaway.

The hotel offers a variety of spacious suites – premium, deluxe, and superior – each featuring a balcony, terrace, or patio with chaise longues for ultimate relaxation. Most suites boast breathtaking panoramic views of the golf course.

Designed for comfort and privacy, each suite includes a living room with a sofa bed, dining area, kitchenette, and a bedroom with a double bed. Sliding doors separate the spaces, creating a private retreat for guests.

For those wishing to explore, the sandy beaches of Cannes are just 20 minutes away, Nice International Airport is a 30-minute drive, and Monaco is easily accessible within 45 minutes by car.

A stone house with ivy growing on the side of it

6. Les Rosées Hotel

Location
Mougins

Effortlessly elegant and full of charm, this authentic Provençal mas offers a peaceful escape for romantic getaways and family retreats alike.

This 400-year-old bastide has been carefully restored using traditional techniques, preserving its timeless charm while seamlessly integrating modern luxuries. Antique furnishings complement contemporary comforts, creating a truly indulgent Provençal retreat.

Begin your day with a regional breakfast made from the freshest ingredients, handpicked that morning at the local market. Later, lounge by the pool while the chef prepares your meal, relax under the shade of an ancient olive tree with a good book, take a refreshing siesta on a sun lounger, or wander through the fragrant Mediterranean rose garden.

The la villa hotel is surrounded by palm trees and bushes

7. La Villa Hotel, Juan les Pins

Location
Antibes

La Villa Cap d'Antibes, a four-star hotel, offers an intimate boutique experience, blending discreet elegance with a serene atmosphere.

Tucked away in the heart of Cap d'Antibes, this 26-room sanctuary, recognised by the Michelin Guide, is the perfect retreat for those seeking peace and quiet. Each room, featuring a private balcony or terrace, lets you fully embrace the Mediterranean atmosphere.

Every stay here is crafted to ensure your relaxation, with unforgettable moments spent by the pool and a serene escape in the beautiful garden.

A large house with a balcony and purple flowers in front of it

8. Villa Claudia Hotel

Location
Cannes

The building is a stunning example of 19th-century French Mediterranean architecture, exuding timeless charm and character. Set amidst a lush garden spanning over 800m², it provides a peaceful and inviting atmosphere. Just a few minutes' walk from Cannes station, the famous La Croisette beach, and the Palais des Festivals, it offers the perfect blend of tranquility and central convenience.

Renovated in 2017, this boutique hotel offers 18 beautifully furnished bedrooms and romantic suites, each thoughtfully designed to offer comfort and style. Every room is fully equipped with free WiFi, a telephone, satellite TV, and a private bathroom. Some rooms even boast views of the hotel’s private garden.

Guests can choose from a variety of room types:

  • single classic: a cosy single room with an en-suite bathroom.
  • double classic: a charming double bedroom with an en-suite bathroom.
  • triple family: a spacious double bedroom with a sofa bed and an en-suite bathroom.
  • double superior: a large designer-style bedroom with an en-suite bathroom.
  • double Privilege: a spacious upper-level room with a garden view and an en-suite bathroom.
  • double Premium: a unique suite with a large balcony, minibar, and en-suite bathroom. This room accommodates up to three people.

This hotel perfectly blends rich historical charm with modern amenities. Fully renovated, all rooms feature high-quality beds and mattresses for a restful stay.

The friendly owner and staff are always on hand to ensure you feel at home. They're eager to provide recommendations on the best activities and places to explore during your visit. Start your day with a delicious buffet breakfast served in the beautiful hotel gardens.

WiFi is available throughout the hotel, and you can connect multiple devices to the network.

A large swimming pool with a view of the ocean

9. Tiara Yaktsa Hotel

Location
Cannes

The Tiara Yaktsa, a five-star Relais & Châteaux hotel, offers an unforgettable stay with spectacular views of the Mediterranean. With just 22 rooms and suites, it provides an intimate and luxurious setting perfect for a romantic and gastronomic escape.

Nestled between the sky and sea in the heart of the Estérel, the Tiara Yaktsa invites guests to experience a truly unique and serene retreat. This five-star hotel features 22 elegantly decorated rooms and suites that offer unparalleled comfort and a sense of intimacy, enveloping you in a cocoon of luxury. The stunning views of the Mediterranean from your private balcony create an ever-present sense of awe, while the soothing atmosphere ensures a tranquil stay.

Whether relaxing by the infinity pool, unwinding in the Jacuzzi with panoramic sea views, or energising in the private fitness area, the Tiara Yaktsa offers the perfect blend of relaxation and adventure. For those seeking a romantic getaway or a gastronomic experience, this enchanting hotel promises to provide an unforgettable journey of peace and serenity.

A large house with a swimming pool in front of it

10. Sainte Valerie Villa Hotel, Juan les Pins

Location
Juan-les-Pins

A charming and historic four-star villa in the heart of Juan-les-Pins, offering an intimate retreat where Mediterranean elegance and relaxed luxury come together.

Three charming Provençal villas set amidst lush greenery are home to 30 beautifully appointed rooms and suites, each named after a flower and opening onto a Mediterranean oasis.

Unwind in this tranquil retreat – read by the gentle trickle of ancient stone fountains, lounge by the pool, soak in the jacuzzi beneath a leafy canopy, or sip a drink in the cool shade of mulberry trees. Your little slice of paradise awaits.

A woman in a bathrobe stands on a balcony overlooking a city

11. Le Cavendish Hotel

Location
Cannes

A charming four-star boutique hotel in the heart of Cannes, the Cavendish blends early 20th-century elegance with modern comforts - just steps from La Croisette, Le Palais des Festivals, and the city’s best beaches and boutiques.

The Cavendish Hotel offers a warm, welcoming atmosphere with a touch of aristocratic charm. Behind its Belle Époque façade, this four-star boutique hotel invites guests to step back in time, with antique features like a vintage lift and classic parquet floors adding to its historic appeal. The elegant décor nods to the early 1900s while incorporating all the modern comforts needed for a relaxing stay.

With only thirty-four cosy rooms, the hotel offers an intimate setting in the centre of Cannes. From here, you're perfectly placed to explore the city on foot – whether you're browsing the designer boutiques along Rue d'Antibes or unwinding on the nearby sandy beaches.

Renoir Hotel, Cannes double bedroom

12. Renoir Hotel

Location
Cannes

This hotel is a fully renovated ''glamour'' boutique hotel, a stone’s throw away from the Palais des Festivals, the Croisette beaches and the shops along Rue d’Antibes. It is anchored at the heart of life in Cannes.

The hotel, in a ''belle époque'' building, is a universe of luxury and elegance. Offering a comfortable ambiance with the delicate colours, all of the guest rooms are of a good size. Within each room the furniture recreates a Hollywood style, as well as the light colours that remind us of the wonderful beaches of white sand that run along the mythical Croisette.

The hotel offers a range of services that include bar and room service in your room 24 hours a day, breakfast served all day long, various reservations for transport and tourist activities and massages. This hotel offers you various spa treatments for body, hand and foot. All treatments are done with organic products that respect the environment and your body.

The rooms are non-smoking, soundproofed and air-conditioned. Each room is equipped with Free Wi-Fi and wired internet connection, flat-screen TV and satellite channels, minibar, telephone, key card lock, safe. Bathrooms are furnished with bathrobes, hair dryers, cosmetic mirror and complimentary toiletries. Additional amenities include a turn-down service, laundry service, breakfast served in your room, secretarial services (fax, photocopies, e-mails), wake-up call, hairdresser and body and face treatments available on request.

A restaurant with tables and chairs under umbrellas

13. Cannes Villa St Barth Hotel

Location
Cannes

This modern, spacious guest house combines the comforts and facilities of a four-star hotel with the relaxed, friendly atmosphere of a high-end guest house.

This exclusive retreat offers a peaceful escape just a five-minute drive from the centre of Cannes. Set within two thousand square metres of lush tropical gardens, it features an infinity pool surrounded by palm trees, hibiscus, and bamboo.

The property boasts three spacious bedrooms (twenty-eight to thirty-five square metres) with private terraces or gardens, as well as an elegant suite (forty-five square metres) with stunning sea views. Each room is designed for comfort, featuring an LED flat-screen TV, DVD player, minibar, bathrobes, slippers, and complimentary toiletries.

For ultimate relaxation, guests have access to a spa and wellness centre, complete with a hammam, jacuzzi, solarium with sea views, and a range of massage and beauty treatments. Bespoke catering can also be arranged, with fine cuisine served by the pool, in the lounge, or in the privacy of your own room.

A swimming pool surrounded by chairs umbrellas and lanterns

14. Le Canberra Hotel

Location
Cannes

Ideally located in the heart of Cannes on Rue d’Antibes, Hôtel Le Canberra is a stylish four-star retreat just steps from the famous Croisette. 

Housed in a charming 19th-century building, the hotel features an inviting garden, sun terrace, crystal-clear pool, sauna, and fitness room, making it a perfect retreat for relaxation.

The luxurious rooms are designed to combine modern comfort with serene, timeless elegance, ensuring a memorable stay in one of the most glamorous destinations on the Côte d’Azur.

A large house with a swimming pool in front of it

15. Manoir de l'Etang Hotel

Location
Mougins

Charming 19th-century manor set in peaceful parkland just outside Cannes, offering elegant rooms, scenic views, and easy access to both the Riviera coastline and picturesque Provençal villages.

Nestled within five hectares of natural beauty, Le Manoir de l’Étang blends elegance with tranquillity. Surrounded by terraced gardens, the 19th-century manor invites guests to relax on sun-drenched patios, take a dip in the inviting pool, or savour refined dishes prepared by the on-site chef. With Cannes just a short drive away, and the charming villages of Mougins, Valbonne and Biot nearby, it’s an ideal base for both coastal adventures and countryside charm.

Each of the twenty-two spacious, air-conditioned rooms is tastefully appointed, many with serene views over the pond and rolling hills. Fine details such as Egyptian cotton sheets and plush bath linens reflect the hotel's dedication to guest comfort. For deeper relaxation, fitness sessions, massages, and personalised beauty treatments can be arranged. Every element at Le Manoir de l’Étang is designed to make your stay feel effortless, restorative, and filled with understated luxury.

A bedroom with a large bed and a small table

16. 7 Art Hotel

Location
Cannes

Tucked behind its trompe l'oeil painted wall, a feature of Cannes’ artistic landscape, 7Art Hotel offers a unique blend of cinema-themed antiques and modern comfort. Located just steps from La Croisette, the Palais des Festivals, and the sandy beaches, it’s the perfect base to explore the city on foot.

The hotel invites you to discover a charming space where local artists are celebrated. The décor masterfully combines antique cinema-inspired pieces with modern comforts. Its unique trompe l'oeil painted wall is a true reflection of the artistic spirit of Cannes.

The hotel team looks forward to welcoming you, offering personalised recommendations, and providing a tailor-made experience to help you fully enjoy the beauty of Cannes and the French Riviera.

Hotel Mademoiselle, Juan les Pins lobby

17. Hotel Mademoiselle, Juan les Pins

Location
Juan-les-Pins

Entirely renovated in 2012 with a modern decor this hotel is located 50 metres from the best beaches and La Pinede.

The rooms are equipped with all the modern amenities to ensure a comfortable stay. Enjoy a flat-screen TV with 24 French and international channels, free WiFi, air-conditioning, a telephone, mini-fridge, hairdryer, and an electric towel dryer. Plus, you'll find delightful sweet treats from Mademoiselle, the hotel’s pastry chef, adding a special touch to your stay.

At the back of the garden, Mademoiselle has her pastry laboratory, where she prepares a delicious homemade breakfast each morning. In the afternoon, indulge in a lovely tea served in the tranquil garden behind the hotel.