Moon Bar — Hôtel Aston La Scala

At the top of Hôtel Aston La Scala, in the heart of Nice facing the Coulée Verte and Place Masséna, Moon Bar is one of the city's most popular rooftops among Niçois themselves. Its unique position on the 8th floor, between Old Nice and the Promenade des Anglais, offers a panoramic view encompassing the sea, old town, surrounding hills and mountain hinterland — a panorama The Rooftop Guide describes as 'one of the most beautiful views in the city of Nice'.

The terrace stands out for its Mediterranean vegetation — palm trees, aromatic plants in planters — and its modular spaces: sunbathing corner with loungers (hotel), panoramic bar area, dining tables and lounge zones with sofas. From 6pm, Moon Bar transforms into a lively lounge bar, with live music on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays — jazz, blues and soul concerts that are the signature of the Aston Club on the 7th floor (piano bar, open year-round).

Cocktails & Menu

The Moon Bar barman is known for creativity and personalised advice — 'direct him toward your preferences and he will surprise you'. Signature cocktails from €12 — €16. Premium mocktails. Provence rosé and champagne selection. Mediterranean and tapas-style sharing plates: cheese and charcuterie boards, prawns, bruschetta. Rosé glass: €9.

Atmosphere

Sophisticated and vibrant — particularly memorable from 6pm when Nice's lights come on and the music rises. Moon Bar is the favourite afterwork for active Niçois, the romantic sunset rendezvous and the finest introduction to Nice's nightlife before heading to Aston Club on the 7th floor. Accessible via the French Riviera Pass (complimentary mocktail).

Guest Reviews

Highlights: View unanimously described as 'one of Nice's finest' — sea, Old Nice and mountains in a single panorama. Service rated impeccable and kind. Cocktails are 'tops'. Live music programming appreciated. Evening atmosphere described as 'magical'. Aston Club on the 7th floor (open year-round, jazz piano bar) cited as Nice's best winter bar.

Areas for improvement: In high season, table management can be rushed — sensation of too-rapid customer turnover. Cheese plancha (€21) considered small for the price. Some positions near the pool are cut off from the music view. Service can be inconsistent between tables.

Moon Bar is the quintessential Niçois rooftop — accessible, vibrant and blessed with a view reconciling sea, city and mountain. The ideal place to understand why Nice is unique.