Where to Sleep (On Land)
Intercontinental Carlton
58 La Croisette
06414 Cannes
This vast, belle époque hotel has the perfect location in the centre of La Croisette, 800 metres from the Palais des Festivals and within walking distance of every deluxe boutique. The hotel has 338 rooms, including 36 suites, three restaurants, two bars, a private pier, a lavish health club and a casino. The hotel was featured in an array of films including To Catch a Thief, starring Cary Grant and Grace Kelly. This is a favorite of Penelope Cruz.
Hotel Du Cap Eden Roc
Boulevard Kennedy 29
06601 Cannes
If you lust after a little land to stretch your legs, Hotel De Cap Eden Roc is on 25 acres of gardens. It dates back to 1870, styled like the private châteaus of the era. It is located on the tip of the Cap d'Antibes peninsula between Cannes and Nice. Ask for a room with a sea view over the Mediterranean and the îsles de Lérins. It remains closed from October until Cannes, so it will be fresh for the festivities!
Hotel 3.14
5 Rue François Einesy
06400 Cannes
Hotel 3.14 is a quirky boutique hotel with completely unique rooms, each telling its own story from candy-coloured pop room to Moulin Rouge boudoir. The pièce de résistance however is the rooftop pool with its views over the Mediterranean, relaxing sun loungers, and an exotic garden.
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