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Hôtel Excelsior by HappyCulture

Property class: 4

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The entrance to the Nice Excelsior Hotel with a classic design, featuring a large arched doorway and a sign above the entrance.
A beach with umbrellas and sun loungers, a building with a dome, and a clear blue sky.
A multi-story building with ornate balconies and large windows.
A hallway with a red bench, wooden stairs, and a red staircase railing.
A hallway with a red bench, a palm tree, and a staircase with red railings.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
The current price is NZ$162
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov

Explore the area

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19 Avenue Durante, Nice, Alpes-Maritimes, 6000
  • Place, Avenue Jean Medecin
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Place Massena
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Promenade des Anglais
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Nice (NCE-Cote d'Azur)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Classic Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a window with curtains.

Classic Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(33 reviews)
  • City view
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, Garden View

A hotel room with a large bed, a red wardrobe, a desk with a chair, and a window with curtains.

Superior Room, Garden View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Quadruple Family Room

A hotel room with two beds, a mural of a coastal city, and a wooden floor.

Quadruple Family Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Triple Family Room

A bedroom with a large bed, two smaller beds, a nightstand, and a dresser.

Triple Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

View all photos for Superior Room, Balcony, Garden View

A hotel room with a large bed, a wardrobe, a balcony with a table and chairs, and a mural on the wall.

Superior Room, Balcony, Garden View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Nice

At Hôtel Excelsior by HappyCulture you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Place Massena and Promenade des Anglais. Highlights at this hotel include a poolside bar, a bar/lounge and a 24-hour business centre. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a business centre and concierge services. Other amenities include a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. Buffet breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 4-property class Nice City Centre hotel include Allianz Riviera and Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild.

What's nearby

  • Avenue Jean Medecin - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Basilique Notre Dame - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Nice Étoile Shopping Center - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Place Massena - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Promenade des Anglais - 12 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Nice City Station - 2 min walk
  • Thiers Tramway Station - 5 min walk
  • Nice (NCE-Cote d'Azur) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Five Guys - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Paul - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Beirut Grill House - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Chez Moi - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Nha Que - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Hôtel Excelsior by HappyCulture

A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. You'll find a 24-hour business centre on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. A seasonal outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the business-friendly Hôtel Excelsior by HappyCulture.

This 4-star Nice hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 42 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 1898
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
Hôtel Excelsior by HappyCulture offers 42 accommodations with minibars and a safe. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Nice hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 18 for adults and EUR 9 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Library
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 1898
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shared bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 15 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 18 lb per pet)
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: EUR 10 per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 3.48 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 18 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately EUR 18 for adults and from EUR 9 for children
  • Pet fee: EUR 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a security system
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. No on-site parking is available. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a security system in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • The seasonal pool will open on 30 June and close on 06 September.
  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM

Property class

This property has received its official star rating from the French Tourism Development Agency, ATOUT France.

Property is also known as

Excelsior Châteaux
Hôtel Excelsior Châteaux & Hôtels
Hôtel Nice Excelsior Châteaux & Hôtels Collection
Nice Excelsior Châteaux Collection
Hôtel Nice Excelsior
Hôtel Nice Excelsior Châteaux Hôtels Collection
Nice Excelsior
Excelsior Hotel Nice

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hôtel Excelsior by HappyCulture?

Hôtel Excelsior by HappyCulture offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Hôtel Excelsior by HappyCulture?

As of 10 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hôtel Excelsior by HappyCulture on 15 Nov 2026 start from NZ$162, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Hôtel Excelsior by HappyCulture?

Yep, Hôtel Excelsior by HappyCulture is a short 15-minute walk from Blue Beach. Fun beach activities include swimming. You can also find boat tours.

Does Hôtel Excelsior by HappyCulture have a pool?

Hôtel Excelsior by HappyCulture has a seasonal outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying with a coldie from the bar. The pool is open 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM (Seasonal outdoor pool open from June 30 to September 06).

What makes Hôtel Excelsior by HappyCulture a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar and 24-hour room service, as well as premium bedding in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Hôtel Excelsior by HappyCulture.

Does Hôtel Excelsior by HappyCulture serve breakfast?

You bet, our guests highly rate the buffet breakfast here! Offered daily from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM, this is the spot to fuel up for a big day full of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hôtel Excelsior by HappyCulture?

No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hôtel Excelsior by HappyCulture?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Hôtel Excelsior by HappyCulture Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 520 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 320 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 98 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 31 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 1000 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Travelled with my two older sons. We absolutely loved this hotel!!! It was very chic, decorated beautifully. The hotel thought of everything even loaner beach umbrellas. The walk to the beach is doable. Our room was a junior suite which was huge with two little balconies and two very comfortable beds. The bathroom was very modern and the AC worked very well. The staff was A+ very friendly and welcoming. We all loved this hotel. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Alt var bra, og er veldig fornøyd med rommet og hotellet. Det som var plagsomt var den air kondisjon som laget mye brøk. Og tror nok den tren å bli renset eller få en ny.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Fantastic hotel, staff very welcoming and helpful. Room was lovely, modern and well decorated with extremely comfy bed! Swimming pool a bonus and water fountains a real needed bonus! Excellent location close to train station and beach. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We had an amazing time here. The rooms were nice and cool and the staff was amazing.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Pænt, roligt, rent og med en god beliggenhed. Personalet er meget meget søde. Vi var der en uge og vi kunne sagtens finde på at komme igen.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Good hospitality and good location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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6/10 Okay

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Disliked: Amenities
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Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were all so friendly and helpful. There was a great choice in the breakfast room and the little extras of water bottles and coffee being available throughout the day was very welcome. The rooms were very clean and beds were really comfortable. Although the pool is small it is a welcomed area for relaxing and cooling down. All in all we had a great stay and will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I absolutely loved the customer service at this hotel. The staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming. The room was very clean, and the hotel was beautiful and centrally located. I will definitely come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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4/10 Poor

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Hotel does not deserve 4 stars but rather 2-3 stars the most. It’s more like a motel than a 4 star hotel. Staff? Only a receptionist and couple of housekeepers. They were nice but hotel has no bar, no restaurant, small outdoor pool fits 1 person at a time. The pool water was dirty you can’t even see the bottom of the pool. No wonder no one uses it. Breakfast is poor and full of flies. Self service. They have express espresso machine. The only good thing in the hotel were the renovated bathrooms. No minibar. Refrigerator is empty. They don’t check you in before 3pm so don’t bother to go to the property before 3:00pm. Hotel overall was dirty. Also the location is not good for tourists. You have to walk 20-30 minutes to the old town and beach. It’s close to the train station in a residential area. Quiet but not very safe. Definitely not for a family nor tourists. I have no idea how this hotel got 4 stars.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
ニースの中央駅から徒歩３分ほど。空港から繋がっているトラムの駅からも徒歩５分程度で、アクセスが良い。ベビーベッドを予約時にリクエストしていたので、チェックイン時に既に部屋に準備されていたは有り難かった。中庭には小さいプールがあり、子どもが利用していた。部屋は縦に長い構造でベッドが2つ。三菱のエアコンの為、空調は快適。シャワーは狭くなく、ちゃんとスペースがある。朝食が美味しかった。ちなみに地球の歩き方にも掲載されていた。
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
God beliggenhet - nært hovedgaten i Nice og fin rusletur ned til stranden.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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very really so much Nice!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
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6/10 Okay

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
God seng og bra med aircondition. Eller så var det dessverre urent på badet og dårlig vedlikehold av stedet. Det var for eksempel flere hårstrå i dusjen og allikevel hadde de brettet et håndkle for å bruke der? Underlig.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hyggelig personale,rent rom. Sentral beliggenhet.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We absolutely loved our stay at Hotel Excelsior!! The hotel was very close to the train station and the staff were especially welcoming and friendly!! The room was beautifully maintained and clean, and we even had a small balcony that allowed us to enjoy the warm air of the French Riviera!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We loved our stay and can’t wait to return.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sejour tres agreable dans l'hotel et personnel assez serviable
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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4/10 Poor

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Problem med Air conditioning. Rummet var 28 grader när vi checkade in. Efter 1 timme med Air Conditioning igång så var temperaturen 26 grader. Tyvärr för varmt för att kunna sova i.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hôtel Excelsior is genuinely ideal for anyone’s city break in Nice. The staff are lovely, attentive, and will do their very best to assist you with any issues. The pool is delightful, a great place to unwind, and although we didn’t dine at the hotel, I have no doubt that the restaurant is also lovely. The hotel’s lift is relatively small, and not great for more than 2 people, but the stairs are clean, spacious, easy access, and very much part of the hotel’s hallways, not in a separate area. As for the rooms, they were simply perfect! We booked two separate rooms for a party of 4, and they were kind enough to position us perfectly next door to each other! We had two large beds, very comfortable, and no trouble for a great night’s sleep, a large and clean bathroom with a wonderful shower, and a super balcony with a great view of the life of the city below. We also had a mini fridge with price list, a safe, and a full wardrobe with hangers. Plenty of plug space and nice warm lights right by the beds as well. The rooms feel homely, with nice art and warmth, but still a touch of luxury. The location couldn’t be more perfect. Literally a stone’s throw away from Nice-Ville station, and a very walkable 20 minutes from Old Nice, the loveliest area of the city, and the beaches. Not far at all from the tram line to the airport either, and the station has a car hire centre right next door. I can’t recommend Hôtel Excelsior enough for any Côte d’Azur break, we’ll be back for sure!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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6/10 Okay

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pros: - Great location - Air con - Quiet - Comfy beds Cons: - Rooms need a refurb, a bit tired - Asked reception for an extra pillow, the clerk told us he was finishing his shift but would pass it on. We asked again but never got the pillow - TV remote didn’t work properly and we could only get about 7 terrestrial channels - We had to ask to get the room cleaned, it hadn’t been done
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
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6/10 Okay

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Heilt greit hotell. Frukosten var skuffande
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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A decent hotel in an extremely convenient location. Good size rooms and friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our full-day group tour was cancelled owing to some logistics issues but the front desk staff person when we checked-in was a BIG BIG help to us. He did 2 key things that I truly appreciate and am thankful for 1. He immediately offered to arrange tours via alternate vendors and although everyone was full, I give him credit for at least trying 2. He suggested "Plan B" to help us still do some sightseeing and went out of the way to hand draw a map of key places and walkways in Cannes and Monaco to help us do meaningful sightseeing. He also guided us to stay away from Ezes given the extreme heat wave and we appreciate that
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026