The three-and-a-half-pearl Hotel West End is a grand, Belle Epoque property dating back to 1842, with an ideal location just across the road from the beach, and a 10-minute walk from the Old Town. Common areas are filled with velvet couches, Tiffany lamps, gilded accents, and a couple of fireplaces, while the 121 rooms have either elegant and contemporary or an Art Deco style. Regardless, they're well-kept and outfitted with flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, and minibars, but only half have sea views and some bathrooms are dated. Features are limited to a Mediterranean restaurant, pub-like bar, and meeting room, so unfortunately, there are no gym, spa, or pool facilities. Travelers looking for these amenities might want to check out the Westminster Hotel & Spa.
The three-and-a-half-pearl Hotel West End is a grand, Belle Epoque property dating back to 1842, with an ideal location just across the road from the beach, and a 10-minute walk from the Old Town. Common areas are filled with velvet couches, Tiffany lamps, gilded accents, and a couple of fireplaces, while the 121 rooms have either elegant and contemporary or an Art Deco style. Regardless, they're well-kept and outfitted with flat-screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, and minibars, but only half have sea views and some bathrooms are dated. Features are limited to a Mediterranean restaurant, pub-like bar, and meeting room, so unfortunately, there are no gym, spa, or pool facilities. Travelers looking for these amenities might want to check out the Westminster Hotel & Spa.
A bright, cheery spirit is the hallmark of the HappyCulture brand, and the three-and-a-half pearl Grimaldi is no exception. This translates into a rich tapestry of colors and vintage flair running throughout the property. Its 46 rooms maintain the upbeat look, but remain compact, though they do have with Prija toiletries. Superiors or Suites add a bit more room and some even display views of Nice rooftops and Mont-Boron. The “Happy” is encouraged further by free scoops of ice cream every afternoon, though there's little else in the way of features. Although not in old town (Vieille Ville), the hotel sits in a practical position between old town and the main train station. For similar positivity and boutique flourishes in a more central location, aim for the Hôtel Mercure Nice Marché aux Fleurs.
A bright, cheery spirit is the hallmark of the HappyCulture brand, and the three-and-a-half pearl Grimaldi is no exception. This translates into a rich tapestry of colors and vintage flair running throughout the property. Its 46 rooms maintain the upbeat look, but remain compact, though they do have with Prija toiletries. Superiors or Suites add a bit more room and some even display views of Nice rooftops and Mont-Boron. The “Happy” is encouraged further by free scoops of ice cream every afternoon, though there's little else in the way of features. Although not in old town (Vieille Ville), the hotel sits in a practical position between old town and the main train station. For similar positivity and boutique flourishes in a more central location, aim for the Hôtel Mercure Nice Marché aux Fleurs.
The Hotel Guonod Nice is a two-pearl hotel in a walkable neighborhood, about seven minutes from the promenade and beach. It has a lovely Belle Epoque exterior, but the interior is a mix of dated styles and visible wear. The 43 rooms are spacious and provide flat-screen TVs and air-conditioning. Apart from breakfast, free Wi-Fi, and charged parking, there are few on-site amenities. Guests get free access to the nearby sister hotel, which has outstanding upscale amenities like a pool, restaurant, spa, and gym. For travelers who want updated rooms and plenty of features, it may be worth just paying a bit more per night for a stay at the sister hotel, Splendid Hotel & Spa.
The Hotel Guonod Nice is a two-pearl hotel in a walkable neighborhood, about seven minutes from the promenade and beach. It has a lovely Belle Epoque exterior, but the interior is a mix of dated styles and visible wear. The 43 rooms are spacious and provide flat-screen TVs and air-conditioning. Apart from breakfast, free Wi-Fi, and charged parking, there are few on-site amenities. Guests get free access to the nearby sister hotel, which has outstanding upscale amenities like a pool, restaurant, spa, and gym. For travelers who want updated rooms and plenty of features, it may be worth just paying a bit more per night for a stay at the sister hotel, Splendid Hotel & Spa.
The three-pearl Servotel St. Vincent attracts sports fans and professional teams thanks to its location near Nice's football stadium. It's a 15-minute drive to the Promenade des Anglais and about a 20- to 25-minute drive to the Vielle Ville, or Old Town. The 88 rooms and suites in this family-run hotel have balconies, air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and minibars, but lower-priced rooms have a dark decor and dated look. The hotel's best feature is its seasonal outdoor pool surrounded by palm trees. Guests can choose from two on-site restaurants. Breakfast comes with a fee, but Wi-Fi and parking are free. Travelers who prefer to stay in Old Town should consider the Hotel Beau Rivage, which has its own pebble beach.
The three-pearl Servotel St. Vincent attracts sports fans and professional teams thanks to its location near Nice's football stadium. It's a 15-minute drive to the Promenade des Anglais and about a 20- to 25-minute drive to the Vielle Ville, or Old Town. The 88 rooms and suites in this family-run hotel have balconies, air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and minibars, but lower-priced rooms have a dark decor and dated look. The hotel's best feature is its seasonal outdoor pool surrounded by palm trees. Guests can choose from two on-site restaurants. Breakfast comes with a fee, but Wi-Fi and parking are free. Travelers who prefer to stay in Old Town should consider the Hotel Beau Rivage, which has its own pebble beach.
The upper-middle-range Villa Bougainville by HappyCulture has a colorful, chic decor and a boutique vibe that's befitting of its name. The 46 guest rooms are painted in extravagant shades of scarlet or ocean blue, and decorated with whimsical details like framed butterfly displays and wicker lantern lampshades. The hotel was renovated in 2015, and while rooms are well-maintained, Singles are tiny, and street-facing rooms can pick up noise. There's a free daily HappyTime, which serves tea, coffee, chocolate, and exotic fruit. Breakfast comes with a fee, but guests can help themselves to free Nespresso coffee in the lobby, and spotty Wi-Fi is also free. Travelers looking for more on-site features could try NH Nice, which has a restaurant, rooftop pool, fitness center, and sauna.
The upper-middle-range Villa Bougainville by HappyCulture has a colorful, chic decor and a boutique vibe that's befitting of its name. The 46 guest rooms are painted in extravagant shades of scarlet or ocean blue, and decorated with whimsical details like framed butterfly displays and wicker lantern lampshades. The hotel was renovated in 2015, and while rooms are well-maintained, Singles are tiny, and street-facing rooms can pick up noise. There's a free daily HappyTime, which serves tea, coffee, chocolate, and exotic fruit. Breakfast comes with a fee, but guests can help themselves to free Nespresso coffee in the lobby, and spotty Wi-Fi is also free. Travelers looking for more on-site features could try NH Nice, which has a restaurant, rooftop pool, fitness center, and sauna.
The Hotel Nice Riviera is an affordable, upper-middle-range hotel conveniently located in the heart of Nice -- within walking distance of the train station, airport, shopping district, old town, and the beach -- but feels a bit dated and impersonal in style. It has a pool, hot tub, small gym, and parking -- the latter of which is a rarity in Nice -- but the rooms are basic and could use some upgrading. The larger rooms do have private balconies, though. There's also a decent-sized meeting room for business travelers, but the hotel also attracts its share of tourists enjoying Nice's quaint charm and pebbled beaches. For a similarly priced hotel with more boutique charm, try the Excelsior Hotel.
The Hotel Nice Riviera is an affordable, upper-middle-range hotel conveniently located in the heart of Nice -- within walking distance of the train station, airport, shopping district, old town, and the beach -- but feels a bit dated and impersonal in style. It has a pool, hot tub, small gym, and parking -- the latter of which is a rarity in Nice -- but the rooms are basic and could use some upgrading. The larger rooms do have private balconies, though. There's also a decent-sized meeting room for business travelers, but the hotel also attracts its share of tourists enjoying Nice's quaint charm and pebbled beaches. For a similarly priced hotel with more boutique charm, try the Excelsior Hotel.
The 26-room Hotel Villa Rivoli is a charming, mid-range hotel in a central Nice location. This intimate property doesn't have a pool, spa, or fitness center, but does offer warm and attentive service and an ample breakfast buffet (for a fee) with al fresco dining available in the hotel's garden. Individually decorated guest rooms have an elegant feel, and most have small balconies. The beach and Promenade des Anglais are a three-minute walk south of the hotel, and bars, dining, and shopping are plentiful in the surrounding area. Wi-Fi is free.
The 26-room Hotel Villa Rivoli is a charming, mid-range hotel in a central Nice location. This intimate property doesn't have a pool, spa, or fitness center, but does offer warm and attentive service and an ample breakfast buffet (for a fee) with al fresco dining available in the hotel's garden. Individually decorated guest rooms have an elegant feel, and most have small balconies. The beach and Promenade des Anglais are a three-minute walk south of the hotel, and bars, dining, and shopping are plentiful in the surrounding area. Wi-Fi is free.
The 30-room boutique Hotel Windsor Nice is centrally located in the Mediterranean city of Nice, within short walking distance of the city's attractions and beach, but removed enough so that it's quiet and serene. Art abounds throughout the upper-middle-range hotel, each of the rooms has been decorated by a different artist and the farm-to-table restaurant has the "Maître Restaurateur" accreditation. The hotel mostly appeals to tourists and couples who want to be in a stylish spot close to the action while also having the romance of a shaded pool and large, exotic garden. The hotel is a 15-minute ride by car or taxi to the Nice Cote d'Azur airport and a 10-minute walk from the Gare de Nice train station.
The 30-room boutique Hotel Windsor Nice is centrally located in the Mediterranean city of Nice, within short walking distance of the city's attractions and beach, but removed enough so that it's quiet and serene. Art abounds throughout the upper-middle-range hotel, each of the rooms has been decorated by a different artist and the farm-to-table restaurant has the "Maître Restaurateur" accreditation. The hotel mostly appeals to tourists and couples who want to be in a stylish spot close to the action while also having the romance of a shaded pool and large, exotic garden. The hotel is a 15-minute ride by car or taxi to the Nice Cote d'Azur airport and a 10-minute walk from the Gare de Nice train station.
The upper-middle-range Nice Excelsior Hotel is situated right by Nice's train station and within walking distance of the beach, restaurants, shops, and the Old Town. Stylish interiors are peppered with bright colors and a tastefully executed travel theme, though its 42 guest rooms are cramped and have tiny bathrooms -- still, they're trendy and colorful. Amenities include flat-screen TVs, minibars, and free Wi-Fi, plus some have balconies or patios. The hotel's few extra features are limited to a meeting room, massages upon request, and an outdoor bar in a lovely courtyard, as well as a pricey breakfast. For something with more facilities, travelers could consider Hotel Windsor Nice, which has a swimming pool, spa, fitness center, and restaurant, but rates are more expensive.
The upper-middle-range Nice Excelsior Hotel is situated right by Nice's train station and within walking distance of the beach, restaurants, shops, and the Old Town. Stylish interiors are peppered with bright colors and a tastefully executed travel theme, though its 42 guest rooms are cramped and have tiny bathrooms -- still, they're trendy and colorful. Amenities include flat-screen TVs, minibars, and free Wi-Fi, plus some have balconies or patios. The hotel's few extra features are limited to a meeting room, massages upon request, and an outdoor bar in a lovely courtyard, as well as a pricey breakfast. For something with more facilities, travelers could consider Hotel Windsor Nice, which has a swimming pool, spa, fitness center, and restaurant, but rates are more expensive.
The eight-floor, 128-room Splendid Hotel & Spa is a contemporary mid-range hotel in central Nice. The property offers a wide array of facilities including a full-service spa, seasonal rooftop pool with hot tub, rooftop bar, and restaurant with locally sourced cuisine. The cozy rooms have free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs, and many rooms come with jetted tubs and/or balconies. While not in the league of the Negresco, Palais de la Méditérannée, or other luxury Nice hotels, the Splendid is a good option for travelers seeking comfort in a central location a five-minute walk from the Promenade, and not far from the train station.
The eight-floor, 128-room Splendid Hotel & Spa is a contemporary mid-range hotel in central Nice. The property offers a wide array of facilities including a full-service spa, seasonal rooftop pool with hot tub, rooftop bar, and restaurant with locally sourced cuisine. The cozy rooms have free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs, and many rooms come with jetted tubs and/or balconies. While not in the league of the Negresco, Palais de la Méditérannée, or other luxury Nice hotels, the Splendid is a good option for travelers seeking comfort in a central location a five-minute walk from the Promenade, and not far from the train station.