Nestled in the heart of Nice,Le Riviera Collection BW Signature Collection by Best Western is a charming hotel with a contemporary design. Renowned for its ideal location and high quality service, this 4-star hotel is a haven for travelers seeking comfort and relaxation.
Whether you’re on business or on vacation, this hotel is the perfect base from which to explore the beauty of Nice and the surrounding area.
In this article, we invite you to discover our experience in images and our detailed opinion of this establishment with its modern architecture.
This review is completely independent, we stayed anonymously and paid our bill in full.
Why stay at Le Riviera Collection BW Signature by Best Western in Nice?
The Le Riviera Collection BW Signature Collection by Best Western hotel in Nice has a lot going for it: its refined marine decor, ideal location and quality breakfast. In our opinion, this hotel has been tastefully decorated in an elegant and contemporary style. The rooms are spacious, bright, modern and equipped to ensure a pleasant stay.
Located in the heart of Nice, 15 minutes’ walk from the beach and Old Nice, this hotel is ideally situated for discovering the city and taking advantage of its tourist attractions. It is also easily accessible from Nice airport and train station, notably by tramway. Its luggage storage service allows you to leave your belongings at checkout and walk around in peace.
Last but not least, the breakfast. It is simply greedy, made of fresh products, and offers a wide choice of pastries, fruits, fresh fruit juices, yoghurts and jams. A very good start for a day full of visits and walks in Nice!
Is the Best Western Le Riviera Nice hotel worth it? Our review
We were really won over by the Le Riviera Collection BW Signature Collection by Best Western hotel in Nice, which for us is one of the best hotels in this collection. Its decoration is modern and refined, which creates a very pleasant atmosphere. The hotel is also close to Nice’s city center, the Basilique Notre-Dame de l’Assomption and the Cathédrale Saint-Nicolas de Nice. We highly recommend this hotel for a stay in Nice.
Right from the hotel lobby, you’ll notice interior designer Miriam Gassman’s nods to the painters who lived in Nice. Indeed, several art objects and books of Matisse, Chagall or Kandinsky are installed everywhere in the hotel and also in the rooms.
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Decoration and atmosphere
The Le Riviera Collection by Best Western hotel in Nice was designed by interior architect Miriam Gassman. Located in an art deco building dating from the 1920s, its spaces are bright and invite you to relax with their wicker chairs that welcome you in the entrance. The decoration is minimalist and uncluttered with Mediterranean colors, mainly white and Klein blue, as well as several geometric shapes. This refined atmosphere reflects the art of living in the Côte d’Azur. One feels immediately transported in a cocoon of serenity and well-being.
The reception of the hotel staff was warm and professional. We were greeted with a smile and were even given a phone call once we entered the room to make sure it was suitable for us. The front desk staff was attentive to our requests and provided us with all the information we needed to make our stay enjoyable. We appreciated their kindness and availability.
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The room
We stayed in a bright, airy room on the 2nd floor of the Le Riviera Collection BW Signature Collection by Best Western hotel in Nice. White is the main color of the room, which gives it a calm and serene atmosphere. We particularly appreciated the expressionist and modern art paintings.
The books displayed on the shelf above the headboard add a touch of authenticity and personality to the room. We also found convenient amenities such as a minibar with two bottles of water, a kettle, a coffee maker, a hairdryer and a safe, which made our stay even more comfortable.
We appreciated the comfort of the bed and the quality of the bedding which allowed us to spend an excellent night’s sleep. Our room was a small haven of peace in the hustle and bustle of the city.
Large windows and a railing face the street. The room is also furnished with a small desk near the window. Not a bad place to work, is it?
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The bathroom
The bathroom was modern. Equipped with a shower and a bathtub, it offers you the choice between a relaxing bath or a quick shower. Soap, a bathrobe and soft towels were provided. The toilet was also integrated into the bathroom for convenience.
Overall, the bathroom was very clean and well maintained.
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The breakfast
Breakfast at Le Riviera Collection BW Signature Collection by Best Western in Nice is a buffet served in the hotel’s bright and elegant ground-floor dining room.
We enjoyed the variety of breads offered, including cereal, rye, baguette and sliced.
We were also able to choose from several jams, yogurts, cereals, freshly squeezed juice, fresh fruit and unlimited hot drinks. The breakfast room has large picture windows, so we could see Nice waking up in the early morning as we sipped our cup of coffee.
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The restoration
The Le Riviera Collection BW Signature Collection by Best Western hotel in Nice offers room service for meals. The hotel also provides a list of recommended restaurants in the different areas of Nice. By scanning a QR code in the room, recommendations of several activities in town will be suggested to you.
A little history
The Le Riviera Collection BW Signature Collection by Best Western hotel in Nice is part of the Best Western chain, which was founded in 1946 and today boasts over 4,500 hotels in more than 100 countries and territories worldwide. The Best Western chain is known for offering quality services to its customers, as well as for its wide range of accommodation choices, from luxury hotels to more economical hotels.
Julia and Laurent Bansard, owners of the hotel, are buying this art deco building in 2019. After several months of renovation, the Le Riviera Collection BW Signature Collection by Best Western hotel finally opens its doors in Nice, a symbol of the French Riviera’s art of living.
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Price range
Staying at the top-of-the-range 4-star Le Riviera Collection BW Signature Collection by Best Western hotel in Nice comes at a price, but it’s a pleasure justified by the art deco setting and the professionalism of the staff.
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Where to find Le Riviera Collection hotel in Nice
Le Riviera Collection BW Signature Collection by Best Western is located in downtown Nice, at 27 Avenue Thiers, less than 10 minutes’ walk from Nice-Ville train station and 15 minutes’ walk from the Promenade des Anglais.
- Driving time from Marseille: 2h15 by car or 2h40 by train.
- Driving time from Avignon : 3h by car or 4h30 by train.
- Driving time from Aix-en-Provence: 2 hours by car or 3 hours by train.
- Driving time from Cannes : 40min by car or 40min by train.
- Driving time from Antibes : 30min by car or 45min by train.
These times are approximate and depend on traffic.
How to get there
To get to the Le Riviera Collection BW Signature Collection by Best Western hotel in Nice by public transport, you can take tramway line 2 to the “Alsace Lorraine” stop, which is less than a 10-minute walk from the hotel.
To get to Nice, you have several options: train, bus, car or plane. Nice has a central train station, Gare de Nice-Ville, which is well connected to other cities in the region and the country. There are also several bus companies serving Nice from other cities in France and Europe.
See the available schedules and book your train tickets now.
By car, you can take the A8 freeway, which links Nice to other towns on the Côte d’Azur and in the south of France. Nice Côte d’Azur airport is around 7 km from the hotel, with direct flights to many destinations in Europe and around the world.
If you arrive by train at Nice-Ville station, it’s about a 7-minute walk to the hotel. If you prefer to take public transportation, the “Alsace Lorraine” streetcar stop is less than 10 minutes walk from the hotel.
From Nice Côte d’Azur airport, the hotel can be reached in 15 to 20 minutes by car. You can also take a cab or rent a car at the airport to get to the hotel.
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Parking
Parking in the streets around the Le Riviera Collection BW Signature Collection by Best Western hotel in Nice can be difficult due to the narrow and sometimes one-way nature of the streets. Parking spaces are also in high demand!
There are several paid parking options available to hotel guests, with hourly and daily rates:
- Parking indigo Nice Mozart: the nearest public parking lot is just 500m from the hotel.
- Palais Masséna parking lot: located less than 10 minutes’ walk from the hotel, this public parking lot is open 24/7.
- Parking Grimaldi : located at about 10min walk, this public parking is also open 24/7.
- Parking Nice Etoile: less than a 15-minute walk from the hotel, this shopping center has a pay parking lot open 24/7.
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- 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.
For people with reduced mobility (PMR)
The Le Riviera Collection BW Signature Collection by Best Western hotel in Nice is accessible to guests with reduced mobility. An elevator facilitates access to the different floors of the establishment.
Is the Le Riviera Collection BW Signature by Best Western hotel in Nice family-friendly?
Le Riviera Collection BW Signature Collection by Best Western in Nice offers family rooms for up to 5 people. These rooms are equipped with extra beds for children and offer a comfortable space for traveling families. In addition, the hotel is located in a quiet and secure area, offering a peaceful environment for families on vacation.