Where to Stay in Nice, France ▷ Best Hotels by Category

In a nutshell

We show you our best hotel recommendations for Nice sorted by category: beachfront hotels, city center stays, accommodations with a pool, and boutique hotels — from budget-friendly to full-on luxury.
Our top picks are the affordable beachfront Hotel Le Saint Paul and the modern, bright apart-hotel Ammi Vieux Nice in the old town.
Also really special is the Boutique Hotel Nice — unique, stylish design, a central location, and great for families.
Those are our three favorite hotels in Nice. Read on for our full breakdown of where to stay in Nice by category.

Beachfront Hotels in Nice

View from the Colline du Chateau over the long coastline of Nice — The city beach of Nice is incredibly long, so several hotels are located right on the water

Room with sea view at Hôtel le Saint Paul — Room with sea view at Hotel Le Saint Paul (© Hotel Le Saint Paul)

Terrace for sunbathing at the Hotel Locarno in Nice — At Locarno, a beautiful terrace awaits you for sunbathing (© Locarno)

If you want to wake up with a view of the sea, your best bet is to book a beachfront hotel in Nice. That way, you’ll be the first one at the water in the morning and can enjoy a few peaceful minutes before the crowds really get going.

Our Tips for Beachfront Hotels in Nice

Hotel Le Saint Paul: a real steal! Fantastic location on the beach and a terrace with sea views. All of this at a seriously great price. You can reach the old town in about ten minutes by bus. Free private parking is a genuine bonus.

Locarno: a beautifully appointed hotel with a great breakfast buffet and only two minutes’ walk from the city beach. At the front desk you can borrow beach towels, sunscreen, and umbrellas for free — everything you need for a perfect day at the beach.

Staying in the Center of Nice

Colorful houses in the old town of Nice — Staying in the center of Nice means you can explore the charming alleys of the old town before most tourists are even out of bed (© Dudlajzov)

Large terrace for the whole family at the Palm Hotel Nice — The family rooms at the Palm Hôtel Nice have large terraces (© Palm Hôtel Nice)

Simple, modern rooms at the Aparthotel Ammi Vieux Nice — Small but fine rooms at the Aparthotel Ammi Vieux Nice (© Aparthotel Ammi Vieux Nice)

If your trip is focused on sightseeing in Nice and you want to experience authentic local life up close, the city center is your best bet for accommodation.

From there, the train station is also super convenient — perfect for day trips to places like Monaco or Cannes. And you’ll have plenty of bars and restaurants right around the corner.

Our Nice Hotel Recommendations in the Center

Ammi Vieux Nice: a stunning apart-hotel in a renovated historic building. Modern rooms in bright and inviting colors. Quiet location in the heart of Vieux Nice. This is where you’ll get to know the real Nice — and it won’t break the bank either.

Palm Hôtel Nice: great location in the center of Nice between the train station and the old town. Rooms are simple but super cozy, and the value for money is absolutely there. The family rooms with a large terrace are a real highlight!

Boutique Hotels in Nice

Extraordinary design in the rooms of the Boutique Hotel Nice — There are some truly stylish boutique hotels in Nice — like the Boutique Hotel Nice, for example (© Boutique Hotel Nice)

Stylish bathrooms at Boutique Hotel Nice — Even the bathrooms in the Boutique Hotel Nice are really fancy (© Boutique Hotel Nice)

Roof terrace with plants at the Hôtel de France in Nice — Cosy roof terrace with plants at the Hôtel de France (© Hôtel de France)

Do you care a lot about your hotel in Nice being stylish with cool design? We’ve got you covered! Here are two truly special boutique hotels worth knowing about.

Our Tips for Boutique Hotels in Nice

Boutique Hotel Nice: The design here is simply out of this world. The décor plays with colors and patterns in a big way — super bold and modern! Great central location and very spacious family rooms. Perfect for a vacation with kids.

Hôtel de France: a super stylish boutique hotel in Nice and only two minutes’ walk from the beach. The abundance of plants throughout creates a wonderfully cozy atmosphere. The beautiful rooftop terrace rounds out the whole package.

Hotels with a Pool in Nice

Pool and sea view at the Le Meridien Hotel in Nice — A pool at your hotel is a real treat on the Côte d’Azur! (© Le Meridien Nice)

Rooftop pool at the Hotel Amour Nizza — The rooftop pool at Hotel Amour Nice is simply amazing! (© Hotel Amour Nice)

Room with a view of the beach at Le Meridien — At Le Meridien Nice, rooms with a sea view await you (© Le Meridien Nice)

On a Côte d’Azur vacation, it can get seriously hot — especially in summer. That’s why having a pool at your place to stay in Nice is such a bonus. Here are the hotels with pools we’d recommend.

Our Tips for Hotels with a Pool in Nice

Hotel Amour Nice: We promised you a pool — and this one is really special! Hotel Amour Nice features a fantastic rooftop pool with views over the rooftops of Nice. Beautifully decorated rooms and a great location just seven minutes’ walk from the beach make this one a standout.

Le Meridien Nice: We honestly couldn’t decide whether to put this one in the beach or pool category — because it delivers both! A superb beachfront location and a lovely outdoor pool. Rooms with sea views are the cherry on top.

Budget Stays in Nice

Cozy communal area at the La Maison Guesthouse in Nice — Hostels are a great way to keep accommodation costs down in Nice while meeting interesting people along the way (© La Maïioun Guesthouse)

Family atmosphere at the Meyerbeer Beach Hostel — At Meyerbeer Beach, a feel-good atmosphere is the order of the day (© Meyerbeer Beach)

Simple, modern rooms at the Hotel Esprit d'Azur — The Hôtel Esprit d’Azur is our top tip for a cheap hotel in Nice (© Hôtel Esprit d’Azur)

If you want to keep costs down, staying in a hostel is a great option in Nice. Not a hostel person? There are also some solid budget hotels in Nice that offer genuinely good value:

Where to Stay on a Budget in Nice

La Maïoun Guesthouse: a friendly hostel with a great atmosphere in a central location in Vieux Nice. Breakfast is included.

Meyerbeer Beach: a cozy, well-appointed hostel only two minutes’ walk from the beach. Charming cafés and a supermarket are right around the corner.

Hôtel Esprit d’Azur: a lovely hotel a bit outside the center, right by a tram stop. Excellent value for money.

Luxury Hotels in Nice

The famous Hotel Le Negresco in Nice — Hotel Negresco is arguably the most famous hotel in Nice

Rooms at Hotel Le Negresco on the Côte d'Azur — In the rooms at Le Negresco, you’ll feel like a princess (© Le Negresco)

Terrace with sea view at the Grand Hôtel du Cap Ferrat — The Grand Hôtel du Cap-Ferrat couldn’t be more luxurious (© Grand Hôtel du Cap-Ferrat)

If you really want to treat yourself on your vacation, Nice is the perfect place to do it. Because if there’s one thing this city has in abundance, it’s elegant villas and magnificent hotels.

Our Tips for Luxury Hotels in Nice

Le Negresco: The luxury hotel in Nice, bar none! This Mediterranean palace sits right on the waterfront with its own private beach section. The hotel’s restaurant Le Chantecler holds a Michelin star. Definitely one of the most beautiful hotels on the Côte d’Azur.

Grand-Hôtel du Cap-Ferrat: Another magnificent palace — the 5-star Grand-Hôtel on the Cap Ferrat peninsula. With vast parkland and an award-winning wellness center, every wish is anticipated here.

Want to Discover More of the Côte d’Azur?

View of the harbor with luxury yachts in Saint-Tropez — There are more beautiful spots along the Côte d’Azur well worth a side trip from Nice — like Saint-Tropez!

Planning a Côte d’Azur road trip and want to visit more places in the region? Check out our article on the Côte d’Azur road trip, where we’ve pulled together everything you need to plan your journey.

Still looking for the right place to stay along the coast? Browse our Côte d’Azur hotel article for more inspiration.