Beaulieu-sur-Mer, France
A grand palace and former celebrity haunt on the Port of Beaulieu, La Reserve de Beaulieu et Spa offers luxury rooms and suites, Michelin star dining, pool, spa, private dock and landscaped gardens
Our review
The Royal Riviera is a breath of fresh air with its relaxed and friendly atmosphere; obvious from the moment we arrived, with smiling, welcoming staff. I imagine this hotel will appeal to families and those who want a smart hotel but not a starchy one.
Typical of the villas of the period, the foyer has marble floors and iron balustrades on the stairs. But as with most hotels in the south of France it’s all about the outside. The property has direct access to a sandy beach that is open from May to September, when sun is almost guaranteed. The heated pool, near the restaurant, is open all year with sun loungers.
The 94 rooms are either Provencal in style, contemporary or Art Deco. Most have separate bath and shower and sea views. A few rooms, particularly suitable for families are in the Orangerie. In excellent condition, guest rooms are regularly refurbished. Many have terraces or balconies. There is free Wi-Fi and complimentary parking. A nice touch is pillow spray at turndown.
We had a delicious lunch at the poolside bar. We enjoyed a truffle thin crust pizza to share to start, garnished with rocket. After our main meal, I was tempted to indulge in the strawberry tart. It has a light pate sucree base and was filled with baby strawberries and custard cream. There is also a gourmet restaurant for more formal dining where they offer a Sunday brunch as well as evening service.
The hotel is centrally placed in the village of Beaulieu-sur-Mer, so if you like a base from which to explore the surrounding area on foot, this hotel would make a good choice.
Rooms
La Réserve de Beaulieu et Spa offers 39 rooms, suites and private villas decorated in a refined Belle Époque style. Many rooms feature balconies or terraces with panoramic views over the Mediterranean, while interiors combine classic elegance with modern comfort, generous bathrooms and luxury amenities.
Food and Drink
Le Restaurant des Rois is the hotel’s flagship gastronomic restaurant, awarded one Michelin star and led by chef Julien Roucheteau. The menu showcases refined French cuisine using seasonal and regional ingredients, served in an opulent dining room with sea views.
La Table de Julien offers a chic Riviera bistro experience with contemporary Mediterranean dishes, while Le Vent Debout provides relaxed seaside dining beside the pool. Gordon Bennett’s Bar is an elegant lounge for cocktails, wines and spirits in a historic setting.
Wellness
The Spa de la Réserve offers a serene wellness retreat with treatment cabins, hammam, whirlpool bath and sensory showers. The spa uses Maria Galland products and is complemented by a heated outdoor seawater swimming pool and a fully equipped fitness area overlooking the sea.
Facilities
- Michelin‑starred gourmet restaurant
- Chic bistro and seaside dining options
- Elegant cocktail bar and lounge
- Full‑service spa and wellness facilities
- Heated outdoor seawater swimming pool
- Fitness centre
- Private terraces and landscaped gardens
- Valet parking and concierge services
- Free Wi‑Fi
Location
La Réserve de Beaulieu et Spa is located directly on the Mediterranean shoreline in Beaulieu‑sur‑Mer, between Nice and Monaco. Nearby attractions include Villa Kérylos, Saint‑Jean‑Cap‑Ferrat, Èze and the coastal walks of the French Riviera.
Getting there
Address: 5 Boulevard du Maréchal Leclerc, 06310, Beaulieu-sur-Mer, France
Arriving by air: Nice Côte d'Azur Airport – Located 10 miles (16 km) 30 minutes by car
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