Would you like to enjoy the Côte d’Azur while staying in a quiet town on a human scale? Antibes is made for you! Whether you prefer boutique or luxury hotels, there’s something for everyone! Discover the charm of the old town or stay close to the beaches in the seaside resort of Juan-les-Pins.
In this article, you’ll find all our tips for finding the ideal accommodation in Antibes and our selection of the city’s 10 best hotels.
This guide is completely independent, based on our experiences. We visited the area anonymously, making our own choices, and paying all our bills in full.
The best hotels to stay in Antibes: our 3 favorites
If you don’t want to read our detailed reviews of every hotel on this list, here’s a quick answer with our favorites.
Best hotel in the historic center: Hôtel La Villa Port d’Antibes & Spa
We really like the old town of Antibes, which has a lot of charm with its colorful streets and ramparts. So we stayed downtown at Hôtel La Villa Port d’Antibes & Spa, and weren’t disappointed! We were particularly taken with the contemporary decor, the view from our balcony and the spa.
See photos, prices and availability.
Best boutique hotel: Hotel Alexandra
Head for the seaside resort of Juan-les-Pins to discover another favorite: the Hôtel Alexandra. This intimate boutique hotel is housed in a listed building dating from 1860. It really does feel like a family home, but with all the modern comforts. We enjoyed a very pleasant setting, with a lush garden perfect for relaxing, and the beach just 300m away!
See photos, prices and availability.
Best hotel in Cap d’Antibes: Hôtel La Villa Cap d’Antibes
Here’s our latest favorite, Hôtel La Villa Cap d’Antibes. Thanks to its bohemian and exotic decor inspired by India, you’ll enjoy a zen and relaxing atmosphere. There’s nothing better than a dip in the pool, a reading break on the terrace, or a massage in a garden wagon!
See photos, prices and availability.
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Where to sleep in Antibes: best places/neighborhoods
Is spending the night in Antibes worth it?
Absolutely! We truly believe that Antibes is an ideal place to discover the Côte d’Azur. This human-sized town, which includes Europe’s largest marina, offers a wide range of activities: museums, a rich heritage with the famous Fort Carré, beaches and entertainment. You’ll feel like you’re on vacation right away, while still being close to Nice and Cannes.
We recommend spending several nights in Antibes to visit the town and surrounding area. Find out all the ideas for activities in Antibes in our dedicated article!
Sleeping in the old town
The old town of Antibes lies between Port Vauban and Plage du Ponteil. Along the Promenade de l’Amiral de Grasse, the town’s ramparts give it a charm all of its own. In the center, you’re within walking distance of numerous monuments, museums and shops.
Benefits:
- Monuments and museums within easy walking distance.
- Wide choice of restaurants and bars.
- Entertainment venues (casino/cinema).
- Numerous boutiques and artists’ studios.
- Charming colorful streets and ramparts.
- Starting points for walks: Promenade de l’Amiral de Grasse and Port Vauban promenade.
Disadvantages:
- Potential noise: as this is the most touristic area, it can be noisy.
- Visitor numbers: tourist district.
- Limited parking: parking in Old Antibes is complicated, so you’ll probably have to opt for a paid underground parking lot, such as Q-Park.
- Busy: this area is very busy and generates a lot of traffic, especially on the outskirts of town.
- You’ll need to drive to Juan-les-Pins to enjoy the larger beaches, as those in the center of town are quickly overcrowded and smaller.
- You’ll need a car to enjoy the panoramic views of Cap d’Antibes and the coastal path.
Our favorite hotels:
We recommend the Hôtel la Villa Port d’Antibes & Spa, with its swimming pool, spa and harbor views – see photos and availability.
We also recommend the Hôtel Djoliba, for its swimming pool, calm and vacation atmosphere – see photos and availability.
Sleeping in Juan-les-Pins
Juan-les-Pins is the seaside resort of Antibes. You’ll find shops and numerous beaches, most of them large and lively with restaurants. Most hotels are within walking distance. If you’re looking for a relaxing setting, this is the option for you!
Benefits:
- Large beaches within walking distance.
- Vacation atmosphere.
- Entertainment with beach bars and restaurants.
- Quiet outside summer.
- Beautiful views over the Bay of Cannes and the Lérins Islands, accessible by ferry.
Disadvantages:
- A car is required for most visits and to reach the center of Antibes.
- The beaches of Juan-les-Pins are popular during the summer season, as is the Jazz Festival (Jazz à Juan), held in the seaside resort in July.
Our favorite hotels:
We recommend the Hotel Alexandra, which offers very pleasant surroundings in a superb listed building dating from 1860 – see photos and availability.
We also recommend Hôtel Sainte-Valérie, a 4-star establishment with an outdoor pool and jacuzzi, marked by Provencal charm – see photos and availability.
Sleeping near the beach
Would you like to sleep no more than a 5-minute walk from the beach? It’s possible in Antibes. We’ve selected for you accommodation close to the 2 southern beaches of Vieil Antibes: Plage du Ponteil and Plage de la Salis. We love them because they offer magnificent views of the snow-covered Southern Alps!
Benefits:
- Beaches within 5-minute walk.
- Superb views of Old Antibes and the peaks of the Alps.
- There are a number of beach bars and restaurants in the immediate vicinity.
- The center of Antibes can be reached on foot in around 20 minutes.
- Juan-les-Pins can be reached in around 20 minutes on foot.
- Calm and vacation atmosphere.
Disadvantages:
- You’ll need a car to enjoy Cap d’Antibes.
- You’ll have to go to Vieil Antibes or Juan-les-Pins to take advantage of the shops and livelier neighborhood life.
Our favorite hotels:
For a stay with your feet in the water, you can opt for Hôtel la Jabotte, located just a 2-minute walk from Plage de la Salis! – see photos and availability.
We also recommend Hôtel Josse, on the edge of Plage du Ponteil, which offers sea-facing rooms only – see photos and availability.
We recommend Hôtel le Ponteil, set in a Provencal villa with rustic charm – see photos and availability.
Sleeping at Cap d’Antibes
Cap d’Antibes is a must-see when visiting Antibes. Its rocky, ochre-colored coasts and turquoise coves offer magnificent scenery. With its coastal path leading to the famous Baie des Milliardaires and its lighthouse, a visit to Cap d’Antibes will be one to remember!
Benefits:
- Beautiful scenery.
- Well-developed hotel offer.
- Calm.
- Easily accessible coastal path and Bois de la Garoupe.
Disadvantages:
- At the end of Cap d’Antibes, you need a car to get to the town center and to Juan-les-Pins.
- It’s a quiet, residential neighborhood, so you’ll need to get around by car to enjoy all the amenities (restaurants, bars, shops).
- Only La Garoupe beach and its beach restaurants are within easy reach.
Our favorite hotels:
We recommend Hôtel la Villa Cap d’Antibes, near Juan-les-Pins, with its exotic ambience – see photos and availability.
We also recommend the Hotel Villa Fabulite, a 4-star establishment in a lush setting with spa – see photos and availability.
Finally, we recommend the Hôtel Miramar Cap d’Antibes, a 3-star property just a stone’s throw from Plage de la Garoupe – see photos and availability.
Other tips to keep in mind
The town of Antibes, ideally situated on the Côte d’Azur between Cannes and Nice, is particularly popular during the summer months. Prices are therefore high. We therefore advise you to book as early as possible so that you can choose your hotel and benefit from the best rates.
Parking and getting around in Old Antibes can be difficult. We recommend visiting this part of the city on foot, by bus, or even by train!
On the other hand, if you want to take full advantage of the region’s landscapes and hinterland, you’ll absolutely need a car.
OUR TPS FOR RENTING YOUR CAR IN Provence
- Compare prices on our preferred platform: DiscoverCars – one of the best rated sites.
- Choose a car that is powerful enough (the roads are steep) but compact (some passages are narrow).
- Think of thecomplete insurance (some roads are tortuous and narrow).
- There is a lot of demand, book it early.
1. Hotel la Villa Cap d’Antibes
Why stay at Villa Cap d’Antibes?
Villa Cap d’Antibes is a 4-star hotel located at Cap d’Antibes, yet close to Juan-les-Pins. If you’re looking for a change of scenery, this is the accommodation for you. Indeed, the furniture of the world transports us to India, while being contemporary. This exotic atmosphere continues in the lush garden, where you’ll find a lovely gypsy caravan specially dedicated to massage sessions! We really enjoyed the terrace and pool, as well as our balcony. If you too are looking for a pleasant outdoor space accessible from your bedroom, don’t hesitate! All rooms have a balcony or furnished terrace.
Practical information
- Neighborhood: Cap d’Antibes.
- Price range: 4 stars.
- Restaurant: no.
- Family rooms: yes
- Facilities: swimming pool, terrace, trailer with massage, PMR rooms.
- Parking: private and free, with sockets for recharging cars in the hotel courtyard.
- See photos, prices and availability – and book!
See the article on our stay (coming soon).
2. Alexandra Hotel
Why stay at the Hotel Alexandra?
Looking for a boutique hotel? You’ll love the Hôtel Alexandra, a 3-star establishment housed in a listed building dating from 1860. The facade is splendid and imposing, but the atmosphere is intimate and convivial. This accommodation is designed as a family home, with a large lush garden where you can relax or have breakfast. We liked the decor, classic but warm. The rooms were bathed in light, which was really nice. Last but not least, the hotel’s location is ideal for enjoying the peace and quiet of Juan-les-Pins, while still being within easy walking distance of the town center. The resort’s beaches are only 300m away!
Practical information
- Neighborhood: Juan-les-Pins.
- Price range: 3 stars.
- Restaurant: no.
- Family rooms: yes.
- Facilities: terrace, 110m2 garden, children’s board games.
- Parking: no.
- See photos, prices and availability – and book!
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3. Hotel la Villa Port d’Antibes & Spa
Why stay at Villa Port d’Antibes & Spa?
If you want to enjoy the city center and its amenities while enjoying a wellness experience, choose this hotel. Right next to the harbor, you can relax on your balcony with sea views, on the spa’s massage table, or by the outdoor pool. We were very taken with the decor of this establishment, which is both contemporary and colorful, with beautiful materials. In short, it’s a favorite!
Practical information
- District: Centre/Vieil Antibes.
- Price range: 4 stars.
- Restaurant: no.
- Family rooms: yes.
- Facilities: outdoor pool open in season, spa, PMR rooms, board games.
- Parking: A private parking lot with charging stations for electric vehicles is available nearby, subject to reservation (€18/day).
- See photos, prices and availability – and book!
See the article about our stay.
4. Hotel Mas Djoliba
Why stay at Hôtel Mas Djoliba?
This 3-star hotel is just a ten-minute walk from Plage du Ponteil, south of Old Antibes. We were seduced by the charm of this Provencal farmhouse dating from the 1920s, with its vaulted openings. Inside, modern comforts are combined with colorful floral decor, in harmony with the antique furnishings. We like the fact that most rooms have a balcony or garden terrace. The outside is very pleasant with its swimming pool, but above all its petanque court! It’s enough to make you feel like you’re on vacation right away.
Practical information
- Neighborhood: Plage du Ponteil.
- Price range: 3 stars.
- Restaurant: no.
- Family rooms: yes.
- Facilities: swimming pool, terrace, pétanque court, in-room massage on request.
- Parking: free private parking, available from 7.30am to 10pm.
- See photos, prices and availability – and book!
5. Hotel la Place
Why stay at Hôtel la Place?
Here’s a 3-star boutique hotel, which also offers a tea room and lounge bar, in Old Antibes. This establishment has an interesting decorative bias, with the omnipresence of purple in the common areas. In other words, if you don’t like this color, don’t bother! On the other hand, each room has a different color scheme, although they are always elegant and sober. The buffet breakfast is well-stocked. We appreciated the comfortable tea room terrace and the hotel’s convenient location, just a 10-minute walk from the station.
Practical information
- District: Centre/Vieil Antibes.
- Price range: 3 stars.
- Restaurant: no, tearoom/bar lounge.
- Family rooms: no.
- Facilities: beach towel hire (€4/day), 24-hour reception, airport shuttle (€60).
- Parking: public underground parking lot nearby. Special rate of €20 per day instead of €34 on reservation.
- See photos, prices and availability – and book!
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6. Hotel la Jabotte
Why stay at Hôtel la Jabotte?
This 2-star hotel is a real surprise! Located in a peaceful cul-de-sac, this small house is set in a serene garden. Inside, the decor is floral and colorful, while preserving the charm of the past. We love the concept of this boutique hotel that invites you to disconnect by offering you discounts and/or gifts if you leave your cell phone with them for the duration of your stay! The “vacation home” atmosphere also comes alive through the services they offer (bike rental, paddle, kayak, musical instruments), and even scooter tours to the Garoupe lighthouse! And the Plage de la Salis is just a 1-minute walk from the hotel! La Jabotte is therefore an ideal place to relax.
Practical information
- Neighborhood: Plage de la Salis.
- Price range: 2 stars.
- Restaurant: no.
- Family rooms: no.
- Facilities: bar, snack bar, bike, paddle and kayak rentals, free beach kit (towels and parasol), scooter rides, musical instrument loans, laundry service, airport shuttles.
- Parking: Yes, by reservation, subject to availability (€10/day from May to the end of October and free from November to March, excluding conventions).
- See photos, prices and availability – and book!
7. Hôtel Sainte-Valérie
Why stay at Hôtel Sainte-Valérie?
The hotel may not look like much from the street, but it’s actually a Provencal family home hidden in a lush garden. We particularly appreciated the setting it offers its guests: a large outdoor swimming pool and jacuzzi heated in season, a lounge bar, and a buffet breakfast to be enjoyed in the shade of a magnificent mulberry-tree. Another advantage of this 4-star establishment is that the vast majority of rooms have either a balcony or terrace. We love its quiet location, just a 5-minute walk from the beaches of Juan-les-Pins, and close to 2 tennis courts, ideal for sports enthusiasts!
Practical info
- Neighborhood: Juan-les-Pins.
- Price range: 4 stars.
- Restaurant: no.
- Family rooms: yes.
- Facilities: lounge bar, heated outdoor pool, Jacuzzi, beach towel hire.
- Parking: no.
- See photos, prices and availability – and book!
8. Hotel Belles Rives
Why stay at Hôtel Belles Rives?
This 5-star hotel is legendary! If you’re passionate about literature, we recommend this establishment. Indeed, American writer Francis Scott Fitzgerald, famous for his novel Gastby The Magnificent, and his wife Zelda, moved into this villa in 1925. It was here that the novelist wrote Tendre est la Nuit. In those days, the Villa vibrated to the rhythm of social evenings, attended by American celebrities who had come to discover the Côte d’Azur. In 1929, the villa became a hotel with a wide range of facilities (private beach, water sports, restaurant, bar…). The retro-chic decor, inspired by Art Deco, transports us to another era! If you’re looking for luxurious accommodations with a rich history and plenty of amenities and activities, stay at Hôtel Belles Rives!
Practical information
- Neighborhood: Juan-les-Pins.
- Price range: 5 stars.
- Restaurant: yes.
- Family rooms: yes.
- Facilities: wellness center, private beach, water sports activities, children’s art workshop, boat, car and sidecar rental, kids club, sports lessons with coach, airport shuttle.
- Parking: yes, at the beach (€15/day).
- See photos, prices and availability – and book!
9. Hôtel Le Ponteil
Why stay at Hôtel Le Ponteil?
As its name suggests, Hôtel Le Ponteil is just a 5-minute walk from Plage du Ponteil, south of Antibes’ Old Town. We were struck by the Provencal charm of this family home, which dates back to the 1920s. Inside, the decoration of the rooms and common areas is deliberately rustic. All in all, however, a comfortable ride. A bucolic atmosphere reigns in this establishment and its flower-filled garden. Enjoy a local, organic buffet breakfast.
Practical information
- Neighborhood: Plage du Ponteil.
- Price range: 2 stars.
- Restaurant: no.
- Family rooms: yes.
- Facilities: bike hire available at extra cost.
- Parking: private parking on site (€10/day).
- See photos, prices and availability – and book!
10. Hotel la Marjolaine
Why stay at Hôtel La Marjolaine?
This hotel is ideally located for a successful vacation! It’s just a 2-minute walk from the beaches of Juan-les-Pins, and 5 minutes from the SNCF train station and stores in the resort center. This 1930s building features a pleasant shaded terrace, and comfortable rooms with simple, old-fashioned decor. If you’re looking for friendly, well-located and very affordable accommodation, choose to stay at La Marjolaine!
Practical info
- Neighborhood: Juan-les-Pins.
- Price range: 2 stars.
- Restaurant: no.
- Family rooms: yes.
- Features: terrace, garden.
- Parking: private parking on site (€12/day).
- See photos, prices and availability – and book!
Cheap hotels and campsites in Antibes
Although the Côte d’Azur is renowned for its high prices, it is possible to find affordable deals.
For hotels, we recommend
- Hotel La Marjolaine – see photos and availability.
- Hotel Josse – see photos and availability.
- Hotel La Jabotte – see photos and availability.
- Hôtel Le Ponteil – see photos and availability.
A camping enthusiast? Here are some suggestions:
- Camping du Pylône.
- Camping La Vieille Ferme (4 stars).
PLAN YOUR TRIP TO THE Côte d’Azur
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Itineraries: 5 days – 1 week – 10 days
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