Hôtel La Pérouse

The Hotel La Perouse holds a rare spot in Nice. Clinging to Castle Hill at the end of the Promenade des Anglais, it overlooks the Baie des Anges. The ochre building, built in 1936, follows the cliff in a maze of corridors and terraces. A member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World, this 4-star hotel has around fifty Mediterranean-style rooms.

Its signature feature is the heated outdoor pool, carved straight into the rock, open from April to October. The hotel also offers a panoramic rooftop terrace, a garden restaurant, Le Patio, in the shade of lemon trees, a sauna, a fitness room and valet service. Cours Saleya, the port and Old Nice are a few minutes away on foot.

Good to know

The pool and sauna close in winter and during occasional works. Reception is open 24/7. Book direct for complimentary breakfast.

Visitor reviews

Highlights: The view over the Baie des Anges comes up in almost every review. Many describe an exceptional outlook, from the room, the terrace or the pool. The location scores near the top on booking platforms, between Old Nice and the port. Staff are described as warm and helpful, often praised for tailor-made arrangements, from transfers to dinner bookings. The character of the building, its maze and hanging terraces, appeals to lovers of unusual places. The garden restaurant Le Patio is enjoyed at breakfast and dinner alike.

Areas for improvement: Value for money scores lower than the rest. The pool and sauna were closed for renovation at certain times, disappointing guests who came for them. The layout of stairs and levels, charming as it is, can make moving around with luggage tricky.

Overall impression: An address with character for the view and the location, to book for its setting more than its prices.