Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, France
Opened
1904
Price
$$$$
Rated for
Luxe Heritage ResortOutside the door
Belle Époque coastal palace
Manicured Mediterranean gardens and gentle sea breezes frame unhurried afternoons lounging poolside above the Baie des Fourmis.
“A recent renovation combining Belle Époque and contemporary styles earned this century-old French Riviera hotel a perfect design score.”
What it’s good at
Notable
Dedicated poolside towel service, Lalique bath amenities, and rooms overlooking the bay.
Notable
Built in 1904 for British aristocrats, with candy-pink facades and wrought-iron balconies.
Notable
A seasonal private sandy beach and year-round heated pool set in Mediterranean gardens.
What they say
One Michelin Key
Michelin
Also in Condé Nast Traveler.
the quintessential Belle Époque grand-hotel experience is alive and well at the Royal-Riviera in Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Set on the Cap-Ferrat peninsula, the property sits steps from Greek-inspired Villa Kérylos, positioned midway between Nice and Monaco.
The rooms
Main building quarters feature Art Deco styling and Lalique bath products, while Villa L'Orangerie suites open onto private garden-facing terraces.
The pool
Bring a swimsuit.
Lined with white loungers and parasols, the heated freshwater pool sits among manicured gardens and stays open year-round.
The spa and gym
The Thalgo spa provides marine-based treatments, a traditional sauna, a steam bath, and a mirrored fitness studio.
Dogs stay too.
Restaurant
La Table du Royal
Mediterranean cuisine is served inside the formal dining room or out on the panoramic terrace overlooking the bay.
Restaurant
Jasmin Grill & Lounge
The open-air poolside terrace serves Mediterranean grills and tandoori dishes, looking out across the water to Villa Kérylos.
At the table
Bar Jasmin and Bar Le Cap pour cocktails across patterned tile and marble counters or out on shaded terraces.
How it began
Opened in 1904 as the Panorama Palace, the candy-pink residence began as an aristocratic retreat on the Cap-Ferrat coastline.
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How we rate hotels.
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.