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Nice

Nice anchors the French Riviera with a sweep of Belle Époque grandeur and year-round Mediterranean light. The city balances Italianate old-town charm with a cosmopolitan seafront, drawing visitors for its art museums, celebrated cuisine, and the legendary Promenade des Anglais. It is one of France's most vibrant cities and an ideal base for exploring the Côte d'Azur.

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Top Hotels in Nice — 2026

Nice anchors the French Riviera with a sweep of Belle Époque grandeur and year-round Mediterranean light. The city balances Italianate old-town charm with a cosmopolitan seafront, drawing visitors for its art museums, celebrated cuisine, and the legendary Promenade des Anglais. It is one of France's most vibrant cities and an ideal base for exploring the Côte d'Azur.

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    Hôtel Negresco Promenade des Anglais · $$$$ · ★ 9.0 Superb
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    Le Méridien Nice Promenade des Anglais · $$$ · ★ 8.7 Excellent
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    Villa Victoria New Town · $$$ · ★ 8.8 Excellent
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    Hotel Aston La Scala New Town · $$$ · ★ 8.6 Excellent
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    Hyatt Regency Nice Palais de la Méditerranée Promenade des Anglais · $$$$ · ★ 9.1 Superb

12 hotels reviewed · 34 in-depth guides · Last updated March 2026

Our top 12 picks

Ranked by overall score. Updated February 2026.

Hôtel Negresco — Promenade des Anglais
$$$$ Ultra-luxury
★ 9.0 Superb

Promenade des Anglais

Hôtel Negresco

Nice's most iconic landmark, the Belle Époque Negresco has anchored the seafront since 1913 with its signature pink dome and extraordinary art collection. Rooms blend antique grandeur with seamless modern comfort, and the Chantecler restaurant holds a Michelin star.

  • Promenade
  • Iconic
  • Luxury
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Le Méridien Nice — Promenade des Anglais
$$$ Upscale
★ 8.7 Excellent

Promenade des Anglais

Le Méridien Nice

A sleek seafront tower delivering panoramic Riviera views from nearly every room, with a rooftop pool that overlooks the Baie des Anges. The clean contemporary design and professional service make it a reliable luxury choice steps from the beach.

  • Promenade
  • Sea View
  • Business
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Villa Victoria — New Town
$$$ Upscale
★ 8.8 Excellent

A charming 19th-century mansion turned boutique hotel on the edge of the Cimiez gardens, offering refined rooms filled with antiques and a peaceful garden terrace. The intimate atmosphere and attentive staff provide a welcome retreat from the busy seafront.

  • Boutique
  • Garden
  • Couples
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Hotel Aston La Scala — New Town
$$$ Upscale
★ 8.6 Excellent

A polished four-star overlooking Place Masséna, offering a rooftop pool with city and sea views plus stylish rooms with Riviera colour palettes. Walkable to Vieux Nice and the beach, it delivers strong value for its central location.

  • Central
  • Pool
  • City View
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Hyatt Regency Nice Palais de la Méditerranée — Promenade des Anglais
$$$$ Ultra-luxury
★ 9.1 Superb

Occupying a 1929 Art Deco palace directly on the Promenade, this Hyatt pairs heritage architecture with contemporary interiors and a spa. The beachfront position and casino access make it a favourite for celebratory stays.

  • Art Deco
  • Beachfront
  • Spa
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Boscolo Exedra Nice — Promenade des Anglais
$$$ Upscale
★ 8.7 Excellent

Promenade des Anglais

Boscolo Exedra Nice

A grand Haussmann-style hotel facing the sea, with a rooftop terrace pool and elegant rooms decorated in warm Provençal tones. The location between Place Masséna and the beach is unbeatable for first-time visitors.

  • Promenade
  • Rooftop Pool
  • Location
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Hotel Windsor — New Town
$$ Mid-range
★ 8.5 Excellent

A genuinely quirky four-star where each room is designed by a different contemporary artist, set around a lush tropical garden with a pool. The relaxed, creative vibe appeals to independent travellers seeking something beyond the standard Riviera luxury.

  • Art Hotel
  • Garden
  • Boutique
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Hotel Albert 1er — New Town
$$ Mid-range
★ 8.3 Very Good

A well-run three-star in a calm residential street minutes from the Promenade, offering comfortable rooms and a friendly team at a competitive price point. An honest mid-range option that punches above its category for service.

  • Value
  • Central
  • Solo Travellers
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Nice Garden Hotel — Vieux Nice
$ Budget-friendly
★ 9.0 Superb

A small, family-run gem tucked into a restored 19th-century townhouse with a private garden, positioned within walking distance of the old town market and the sea. Rooms are simple, charming, and immaculate.

  • Budget Luxury
  • Garden
  • Old Town
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Hotel Suisse — Vieux Nice
$$ Mid-range
★ 8.4 Very Good

Vieux Nice

Hotel Suisse

Perched above the Promenade at the edge of Vieux Nice, this classic hotel offers remarkable sea-facing balcony rooms at prices well below the waterfront competition. The clifftop gardens of Castle Hill are steps away.

  • Sea View
  • Budget
  • Old Town
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Hotel La Pérouse — Vieux Nice
$$$ Upscale
★ 9.2 Superb

Carved into the base of Castle Hill with a pool cut directly into the rock face, La Pérouse delivers dramatic sea views and a serene atmosphere away from the seafront crowds. Its terraced rooms with garden or sea exposure are among Nice's most memorable.

  • Castle Hill
  • Pool
  • Romance
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Hôtel Monsigny — New Town
$ Budget-friendly
★ 8.5 Excellent

A smart two-star that earns consistently high praise for its spotless rooms, warm welcome, and unbeatable central position near Rue de France and the beach. The ideal base for travellers prioritising location over frills.

  • Budget
  • Central
  • Clean
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