MonacoFontvieille
Columbus Hotel Monte-Carlo, Curio Collection by Hilton
Understated Riviera residence
Fontvieille Monaco
Renovated
2018
Price
$$
Rated for
Design Luxe LocalOutside the door
The house
HiltonUnderstated Riviera residence
This is Monaco stripped of gilded excess, trading casino flash for a relaxed residential stay beside the Fontvieille waterfront.
What it’s good at
Listed
A 2018 renovation brought sleek, unpretentious warmth to guest rooms facing the Mediterranean.
Listed
Private balconies overlooking the Princess Grace Rose Garden, with round-the-clock room service.
Listed
The terrace bar pours signature cocktails mixed with liqueurs from Distillerie de Monaco.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
The look is clean and contemporary, in restrained neutral tones, with nary a gilded tap to be found, a style and an atmosphere that could be called residential without a hint of exaggeration.
Somewhere quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
The Princess Grace Rose Garden sits right across the avenue, and Fontvieille's quiet marina is a short walk away.
The rooms
Suites open onto balconies over the rose garden or the Mediterranean, finished in calm neutral tones.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
The heated outdoor pool borders the sea, surrounded by sun loungers, palms, and smooth stone sculptures.
The Bar
Velvet armchairs and black-and-white prints furnish the lounge, where bartenders shake classic cocktails and serve evening tapas.
At the table
Tavolo serves seasonal Mediterranean dishes on an outdoor terrace beneath parasols, hosting live music on Friday evenings.
How it began
Formula 1 driver David Coulthard bought the building in 2001 to create an unpretentious alternative to traditional Monegasque glamour.
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Our shorthand
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.