2 rue Halevy, Nice, France | (888) 616-5829
Centrally located, with easy access Nice's main attractions
Facing the Mediterranean and the Promenade des Anglais
Daily breakfast
Free Wi-Fi throughout
Modern, renovated, and generally spacious rooms
Some rooms have direct sea or garden views
Meeting rooms (but no business center)
Multilingual staff
Lower and city-view floors can get casino noise
Fee for breakfast
No real restaurant or bar
Parking can be an issue
No spa or fitness center
The sleek and modern 124-room Mercure Nice Promenade des Anglais is conveniently located right on the beachfront city's famous Promenade des Anglais, steps from the Mediterranean and within short walking distance of the city's sights. The rooms are trendy and modernist, and many have impressive balconies with sea views, yet it is still reasonably priced for the location and facilities. For a similarly-priced hotel with sea views and balconies that also has a spa, restaurant, and large pool area, try the Hyatt Regency Nice Palais de la Mediterranee.
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Scene
Sleek and modern, with attractive sea views and a convenient location for tourists and businesspeople
A recently renovated outpost of the Mercure hotel chain, the Mercure Nice Promenade des Anglais is located in a dated 1970s building but the interiors have a surprisingly sleek and modern look for the sleepy beach city. The lobby is small, but bright, with banquette seating, colorful leather stools, polished stone floors, and mirrored or wood-paneled walls. The breakfast room -- the only real common area -- is similarly bright and airy, with a wall of windows looking out towards the Promenade. But the hotel's convenient and desirable location (steps from the beach) is its biggest draw, and attracts travelers of all kinds looking for a pleasant and affordable place to stay in between excursions and meetings.
Location
Across the Promenade des Anglais from the beach, within easy walking distance of Nice's prime attractions
The Mercure Nice Promenade des Anglais is next to the beachfront Promenade des Anglais and the Casino Ruhl, just a short walk from the historic Vieux Nice and its winding streets lined with Baroque churches, markets, shops, and restaurants. The Cours Saleya -- the open air market with flowers of all types and fruit and vegetable stands -- is just a couple minutes away. It's also a short walk to Castle Hill, with its stunning views of the Baie des Anges. The famous Promenade -- with its strolling families, skateboarders, and blue chaise lounges -- is the perfect place for people-watching and promenading. Also nearby is the Musee d'Art et d'Histoire Palais Massena (Massena Museum), filled with artifacts illustrating the history of Nice. The hotel is a 15-minute drive from the Nice Cote d-Azur International Airport and a 15-minute walk from the Gare de Nice. Parking around the hotel is limited and can be pricey.
Rooms
Modern rooms, with balconies and, for some, sea views
Rooms are bright white and modern, with one wall of glass overlooking a balcony and letting in plenty of light and, for some, a picturesque view of the sea fringed with palm trees and the promenade. Other rooms overlook either the garden or the city; if you want a good view, be sure to request one when you book. A color scheme of purple and gray -- including a light violet wall, brown and purple striped carpets, and small purple pillows on a queen-size white bed -- lends a modish feel to the room. Most rooms have a flat-screen TV, large closet with shelving, white modern-style writing desk, small safe, Nespresso machine, and alcoholic minibar. The modern white and violet bathroom has a large standing shower (no tub), gels and soaps, and two bathrobes. Lower category rooms have a double bed or twin beds with duvets. There's also an upgrade to a Privilege Room, which boasts a sea view, balcony, and an iPhone/iPad docking station. All rooms have free Wi-Fi.
Features
Breakfast for a fee and free Wi-Fi
The Mercure Nice Promenade des Anglais has relatively limited facilities. A buffet breakfast is served each morning for a fee, and you might get a better value (and meal) by going to one of the many nearby cafes. There's free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel, as well, and meeting rooms are available. Otherwise, there is no bar or restaurant, nor is there a fitness center or spa. Dry cleaning services are available and the front desk can help with suggestions for restaurants and shopping.
