Best Hotels To Stay In Nice

Fads may change, but Nice has consistently appealed to a global audience. Nowadays, the fifth largest city in France, which was recently designated as a World Heritage site, is thriving. In June 2025, the city is set to host the United Nations Ocean Conference, in addition to a range of festive cultural activities honoring the sea.

Most importantly, the highly anticipated revival of hotels has finally come and is set to remain: beautifully renovated historic buildings, brightly colored walls, rooms illuminated by both light and shadows, lemon trees, gardens, and rooftop pools offering stunning city views.

Don't think about the typical old-fashioned beach resort stereotype, breathe in the fresh blue air, taste a glass of top-quality wine made in Nice, and have fun at one of the top hotels in Nice. These top hotels in Nice range from renovated historical buildings to accommodations with rooftop pools. 

Hôtel du Couvent

Tucked away on a lush hilltop, overlooking the intricate maze of cobblestone streets in Vieux Nice, this recently renovated 17th-century ex-convent is redefining luxury at a five-star Riviera boutique hotel. Ten years in the making, the 2.5-acre property was conceived by Valéry Grego, the trendy founder of the Perseus hotel group, who is inspired by the activities of nuns working in the terraced gardens and making bread 400 years ago.

Look for your designer swimsuit somewhere else –there's a botanical shop where botanical specialist Gregory creates aromatic remedies for any illness and a bakery on the premises that gives guests buttery madeleines when they arrive. Following check-in in the courtyard shaded by orange trees, a staff member wearing a flowing burgundy dress made from upcycled sheets guides you upstairs. 

The 88 accommodations vary from a basic room to a large suite with a kitchen and terrace, spread between the renovated main building and a newly added section. Anticipate simple, elegant designs, arched ceilings, and custom furniture made from reclaimed wood by Parisian interior designers Festen Architecture, complemented by carefully chosen artwork, antique sculptures, and vases filled with fresh flowers.

TVs are not available, but it doesn't matter. Three Niçois cuisine restaurants are available on-site, including the Guinguette Café, Restaurant du Couvent, and Bistro des Serruriers, along with a holistic spa that features a Roman-style frigidarium, tepidarium, and caldarium.

Pam Hotel

Search for the 5-story light apricot frontage, which is distinctive in an otherwise ordinary residential area. However, don't let the location deter you – the Pam Hotel is just a few minutes from a train station for visits to Monaco, and Cannes, and within walking distance of the lively dining options at the Port. This new urban oasis has 102 rooms and is named after Pamela Anderson from Baywatch.

It happily embraces the theme of "California Dreamin' in Nice" with plenty of vintage surf decorations and a color scheme heavy on Barbie pink. Conceived by interior designer Michael Malapert, the bright lobby, adorned with a wall of laminated roller skates, takes you to the charming vintage curved bar and restaurant, offering a variety of light snacks from avocado toast and Cobb salads to waffles and carrot cake.

Upstairs, the accommodations (such as 5 family rooms with sofa bunk beds) are all decorated with bright colors, sunset-inspired headboards, and bathrooms with pink mosaic tiles. As the evening approaches, the bar scene becomes even more vibrant. At the small stage, vocalists and disc jockeys entertain as patrons (both visitors and residents) enjoy special drinks such as ‘Let’s Go Barbie’ with vodka, raspberry, and Prosecco, or 'Venice Peach' with rosemary-infused tequila and peach liquor.

In the end, the neon sign in the eatery captures the fun atmosphere perfectly: 'No Wave No Problem', possibly referencing the popular French comedy Brice de Nice - a silly surfer attempting to ride nonexistent waves in the Mediterranean.

Hôtel La Pérouse

Situated right in front of the glistening Mediterranean Sea, this 50-room historic hotel is nestled into the rocky hill of Nice's lush Parc du Château, making it popular among French celebrities and filmmakers for its prime location and laid-back atmosphere. After a recent full redesign and stylishly updated interiors by Studio Friedmann and Versace, La Pérouse has further increased its artistic charm.

The rooms with a boho-goes-beachy style feature a mix of striped fabrics, shell designs, coral lamps, vintage sea prints, and rattan and custom wood furniture. They vary in size and shape, with spacious rooftop suites offering expansive sunlit terraces and picturesque views of the iconic Baie des Anges curve. Once the sun goes down, the 7-kilometer Promenade des Anglais transforms into a sparkling pearl necklace as the seaside lights start to flicker.

And there is no necessity to go out in search of fantastic Mediterranean-inspired dishes. Following a stroll through the market and shops in the intricate Old Town of Nice, visitors then head to the charming stone pool, or the terraced gardens and solarium nearby, with a book in hand. Apart from being situated by the sea, it is perfect for a variety of people, such as morning runners, night owls, water sports enthusiasts, and fans of Matisse who appreciate Nice's classic view of palm trees. 

Anantara Plaza Nice

Located behind the seafront and municipal gardens, this beautifully renovated modern hotel, managed by the Thailand-based Anantara hotel group, used to be a stunning Belle Époque landmark near the Place Masséna and the city's high-end shopping area. Completely renovated and transformed into a 140-meter square structure, this new luxury option in Nice appeals to a constant flow of global visitors seeking ultimate comfort, top-notch service, and a refined yet relaxed place to stay while exploring the French Riviera.

The 151 rooms and eight suites have a chic yet subtle design - a calming combination of cream, beige sand textiles, grey and teal furniture, parquet flooring, green marble en-suite bathrooms, along with bay windows reaching from floor to ceiling, and terraces overlooking the south in the suites.

You have the option to admire a picturesque view of the sea from your bed or visit the sunny rooftop restaurant terrace for breathtaking Mediterranean views and generous breakfasts. Oliver's restaurant SEEN offers consistently delicious local cuisine and wines for lunch or dinner, including a recommended bottle of organic red Château de Crémat from Nice’s vineyards.