Luxury hotels in Cannes

Hey! When I travel I love to stay at luxurious hotels - especially the kind of places that offer over the top extras and really spoil their guests with great service, nice spas, awesome restaurants and beautiful views. What more can you want? To save some time, I've put together this list of my favourite 5-star hotels and resorts in Cannes. I hope you will like it!

• 1 Hôtel Martinez, in The Unbound Collection by Hyatt Cannes, France

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of Cannes. Located on the famous La Croisette Boulevard in Cannes, Hotel Martinez - in the Unbound Collection by Hyatt is a 5-star hotel featuring a private beach, which is accessible for an extra charge. Guests can enjoy a meal in one of the onsite restaurants or a drink at the Martinez bar. Entirely renovated in May 2018, guest rooms at Hotel Martinez - in the Unbound Collection by Hyatt are decorated in a contemporary Art Deco style and feature a seating area. Each air-conditioned room features a marble bathroom and some have a private terrace with views of the Mediterranean Sea. Opened in May 2018, the restaurant Le Jardin du Martinez offers seating on a terrace in the shade of palm and cypress trees, and in fine weather guests can enjoy the 1930's themed garden parties hosted at the restaurant. Guests seeking a fine dining experience are invited to dine at the 2 Michelin star La Palme d'Or restaurant, which specialises in cuisine inspired by cinema and offers a view of the Croisette. Located on the beach, the La Plage du Martinez restaurant serves Mediterranean cuisine with local produce and fresh seafood. The Martinez Bar celebrates the history of the Hotel Martinez and proposes a range of cocktails and gin and tonics, in addition to a nightly live culinary show on the Teppan plancha grill. Spa services such as massages, body treatments and facials are available and guests can exercise in the fitness centre. Hotel Martinez - in the Unbound Collection by Hyatt offers direct access onto the beach and is within walking distance of the shopping area. With a secure private car park, the hotel also offers valet parking. Nice-Cote-d’Azur Airport is 20 km away. Show full description Guest review score 8.8, rooms from around 229 EUR.

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• 2 JW Marriott Cannes Cannes, France

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of Cannes. The JW Marriott Cannes welcomes you to Cannes, on the Boulevard de la Croisette, just 50 meters from the beach. This 5-star hotel offers a rooftop pool, a private partner beach, a casino and a shopping mall. Accommodations at the JW Marriott Cannes combine shades of cream and chocolate with the theme of the Film Festival. Each room has an LCD satellite TV, and some have balconies with views of the bay and the Lerins Islands. An American breakfast buffet is served every morning. Guests can enjoy traditional, upscale Italian cuisine at the famous Scalini restaurant. In the evening, the Sunset Terrace, offers a glass of champagne or a cocktail overlooking the sunset. Room service is also available daily, with a limited menu during the night. The JW Marriott Cannes features a 24-hour front desk with currency exchange services and a business center with Wi-Fi access. The hotel underwent a renovation in 2021. The JW Marriott Cannes is 30 km from Nice-Côte d'Azur Airport and a 15-minute boat ride from Sainte-Marguerite Island. Private underground parking is available on site. This is the preferred neighborhood for travelers visiting Cannes, according to independent customer reviews. Couples particularly appreciate the location of this property. They give it a 9.5 rating for a two-person stay. Show full description Guest review score 7.7, rooms from around 249 EUR.

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• 3 Five Seas Hotel Cannes, France

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of Cannes. Located 100 metres from the sandy beaches of la Croisette and the Palais des Festivals, Five Seas Hotel offers spacious rooms and suites. It features a roof-top terrace with a 13-metre outdoor swimming pool and a lounge bar. The Air-conditioned contemporary rooms and suites include a flat-screen TV and a complimentary mini-bar. Bathrobes, slippers and five style cosmetics toiletries are provided, and free WiFi access is included. Located on the 5th floor with views of the old town of Cannes, Le Roof offers an innovative cuisine, designed for sharing. A continental breakfast is served in the breakfast room. Guests can relax in the spa which has a hammam, 2 saunas and a relaxation room. The spa features treatments by Phytomer, VIE Collection & Intraceuticals Five Seas Hotel offers technologically equipped rooms for meetings, seminars and receptions. The hotel also has a private yacht available for rent. Nice Airport is 28 km away and Cannes Train Station is 300 metres from the hotel. Private parking is available on site. Show full description Guest review score 9.1, rooms from around 180 EUR.

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• 4 Hôtel Barrière Le Majestic Cannes Cannes, France

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of Cannes. Offering views of the Mediterranean Sea, the Hôtel Barrière Le Majestic Cannes is located on famous La Croisette Boulevard in Cannes, 110 metres from the Palais des Festivals and the old port. It features an outdoor heated pool, a spa and a private beach. Guests have free access to the wellness area and 24-hour fitness centre. The Hôtel Barrière Le Majestic Cannes offers 257 rooms and 92 suites featuring air conditioning, soundproofing, satellite LCD TV, free WiFi access and a private bathroom. Most rooms have sea views. Guests of the Hôtel Barrière Le Majestic Cannes can enjoy massages and relaxation therapies in the hotel spa, Spa Diane Barrière, which uses Biologique Recherche and LIGNE ST BARTH products. Guests can also relax on the hotel’s sunbathing terrace. Access to the hotel's private beach is free of charge and sun beds can be rented on site. The hotel features 3 on-site restaurants. The traditional French brasserie, Fouquet's, serves a menu created in collaboration with Pierre Gagnaire. Paradiso Nicole & Pierre serves Mediterranean influenced Italian cuisine. BFire by Mauro Colagreco restaurant is open all year long and located on the private beach. The hotel offers a kids club, Studio by Petit VIP, which is free for children aged 4 to 12 years old. The hotel is situated just a minute’s walk from the beach, 400 metres from Cannes Train Station and 27 km from Nice Airport. Secure private parking is also available at an additional cost. Charging stations for electric cars are available at this property. Show full description Guest review score 8.4, rooms from around 569 EUR.

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• 5 Cannes Villa St Barth Cannes, France

  

  Guest house. Located a 5-minute drive from the centre of Cannes in 2000m² of tropical gardens, this guest accommodation features an infinity pool, a hammam and a hot tub. It offers rooms with a teak deck patio and free Wi-Fi. There is a spa and wellness centre. Guest rooms at the Villa St Barth are equipped with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and a DVD player. Each private bathroom has locally made bathrobes. Breakfast is served throughout the day and tapas is also prepared upon request. Additionally Asian and Mediterranean dishes are available at the restaurant. Cannes Villa St Barth is less than a 5-minute drive from the Boulevard de la Croisette. A bus stop can be found opposite the property. Private parking is available on site, and guests can enjoy views of the Lérins Islands from the property's wooden terraces. Show full description Guest review score 9.0, rooms from around 212 EUR.

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I try my best to keep this guide up to date and I last refreshed it in November 2022. Did I miss a luxury hotel that should be on this list? Send me an email and let me know!