Women-Friendly Travel in Nice
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La Pérouse
If a fabulous view is what you're looking for. then La Perouse is where you should be staying. Formerly a prison, La Perouse has undergone extensive reconstruction and is now a Riviera hotel with a difference. The fantastic view of the old city and the Baie des Anges attracts visitors to this hotel which is built in the gardens of an ancient chateau-fort. The feel of an old Provencal home is apparent in the low ceilings, white walls and antique furnishings. Provencal fabrics adorn the lovely spacious rooms. Boticino marble clad the large bathrooms which hold tubs and showers. Some of the facilities offered by the hotel include a restaurant (mid-May to mid-Sept), bar, outdoor pool, exercise room, Jacuzzi and sauna. Limited room service, baby sitting, laundry service and non-smoking rooms are also provided.
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Hôtel Négresco
Wallow in the lap of luxury in a hotel fit for a king. The Negresco, one of the Riviera's super-glamorous hotels, is situated on the seafront in the heart of Nice. Shaped like a Victorian wedding cake, the hotel is named after its founder, Henry Negresco of Romania. The 145 guest rooms are lavishly decorated with antique furnishings. In fact the antiques collected from all over Europe and elsewhere along with original paintings,tapestries, etc, make this a museum hotel a showcase of French art for international visitors. The pink dome conspicuously stands out as a landmark of the area. What better way to pay homage to the rich and famous than to outfit the rooms according to their personalities; such as the Coco Chanel room. Some rooms are modeled on literary or musical themes like the La Traviata. The suites and public areas are even more extravagant. The Louis XIV salon and the Napoleon III suite create a sense of majesty. The Mediterranean and private beach facing rooms have balconies and are the most expensive. Another unique feature of this hotel is the staff who wears 18th century costumes. The hotel offers many amenities which include two restaurants, a bar, fitness centre, secretarial services, 24 -hour room service, babysitting and laundry and dry cleaning service.Non-smoking rooms are also available.
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Palais de la Méditerranée
This 1930's ocean-front hotel has been hailed as the Queen of the Nice Riviera. Considered a seaside palace on the Promenade des Anglais, this hotel retained its popularity till 1978 after which it was shut down. During its days of success, the hotel theatre hosted many performances, from Maurice Chevalier to Josephine Baker. The interior of the hotel was gutted and redone and glamorous touches like plush hallways gave it new life. Modern amenities such as a heated outdoor swimming pool were added. Its art décor façade remained the same. Though the entire hotel was renovated, certain things were not touched and remained as before. These included massive chandeliers, stained glass windows and other architectural features. The spacious to midsize bedrooms have been tastefully refurbished in modern style. The bathrooms are lavish too and have a tub/shower combination. Sea-views can be enjoyed from 90 of the hotel's bedrooms. Some of the facilities for the guests include a restaurant, bar, casino, two pools (indoor and outdoor), fitness centre, solarium, water sports, 24 hour room service, Turkish bath and limited-mobility rooms.
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Radisson SAS Nice
Located on the sea front Promenade des Anglais, this modern, efficient hotel has had a change of names and owners like no other hotel in town. The Radisson chain took over this hotel in 1998 and went ahead with renovations to the public areas and bedrooms. Marble floors and marble panelled walls give a look of cool chic to the lobby. Soft piano music adds a touch of romanticism. The hotel is popular with business travellers who appreciate the extensive business facilities and comfort provided. The concierge is ever ready to provide useful information about attractions in Nice and help you plan your stay. The restaurant, Le Bleu Citron offers Provencal specialties for lunch and dinner from Oct to April. A buffet breakfast is served throughout the year. Other amenities include a bar, pool, health club, sauna, 24 - hour room service, babysitting, laundry service and dry cleaning.
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Hôtel Busby
Early 20th century grandeur faded with time is what you can expect at the Hotel Busby. The aura of nostalgia attached with such a place is sure to please some. Balconies and shutters on the tall windows have been retained to maintain its ornate façade referred to as ‘style Garibaldi’ by the Busby family, the original owners. The hotel is regularly renovated and with mahogany twin beds and white and gold wardrobes, the guest rooms look dignified. The bathrooms are however a bit cramped but shelf space is adequate. Some of the facilities offered include a bar, lounge, babysitting, laundry and dry cleaning service.
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L'Hôtel Masséna
The belle époque façade of this six storey hotel is stylish as well as graceful. The bedrooms have been upgraded to provide an oasis of calm and comfort. The olive tree seems to be very popular here as is evident in the fabrics used in the upholstery which depict olive trees or olive branches. Pastel shades especially peach and soft green dominate the expensive rooms which are large and airy. Comfort is not compromised upon in the less expensive rooms which are not as spacious. Soundproofing is a feature of every room but those overlooking the hotel’s backside or its interior courtyard are quieter. The hotel has a bar. 24 –hour room service is offered along with s babysitting and laundry service.
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Hotel Windsor
Stay in a hotel where each room is a unique expression of art and you’re bound to be overwhelmed by the work portrayed within. Housed in a maison bourgeoise built by disciples of Gustav Eiffel in 1895, Hotel Windsor lies near the Negresco and the promenade des Anglais. Different artists have made their presence felt through their decorative works commissioned on the walls, etc. The heir of the Redolfi family travelled widely through Asia, Africa and South America and had artists paint his mystical and mythical visions in the hotel guest rooms. The ‘Ben’ room is like a painted poetry book where an artist of the same name painted verses of his own poetry. Blue, orange, yellow and green tones on a white background give a dramatic look. Guests have the option of selecting a room based on photographs or else they can take a chance and see what’s available. They can also get the feel of an Amazonian jungle as they walk through the garden grown with scores of tropical and exotic plants and hear recorded sounds of singing Amazonian birds. Truly a unique experience!
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Le Grimaldi
Le Grimaldi hotel comprises two beautiful belle époque buildings with a common inner courtyard. Excellence meets originality in a modern atmosphere where glass has been cleverly used with wrought iron and fabrics to create a look that is at once sleek and sophisticated yet exudes charm in its most natural form. All amenities for the modern traveller are provided in the guest rooms. Guests in the upper floors get to enjoy views of the rooftops of the houses in Nice. The hotel is also well known for its generous breakfast offerings which include homemade Provencal jams, fresh fruit, and crusty pastries made by one of the town’s best bakers. Other facilities include two lounges and a business centre.
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Hotel du Petit Palais
This relaxing and quiet hotel is located in a peaceful and green residential district of the French Riviera. The rooms are simply but elegantly furnished. The efficient staff makes sure you are comfortable in every way. The atmosphere here is friendly and calm. Hotel guests can enjoy magnificent views of the city and sea from the upper floors. A buffet breakfast is served in the breakfast room.
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Flots d'Azur
The hotel Flots d’Azur is housed in a three story 19th century villa. It is walking distance from the expensive promenade hotels. Its location close to the sea gives the added advantage of good views and cool sea breezes. The size and décor of each room varies. A tiled bathroom with shower comes with every unit. There are TVs and minibars in twelve of the units. External noise is lessened by double-glazed windows. Guests can enjoy a continental breakfast on the sun terrace. Non-smoking rooms are available. Laundry and dry cleaning service is also offered.
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Comte de Nice
This two star hotel in the centre of Nice is also one of the cheapest. It is modern and comfortable with rooms spanning 4 floors. Simple and fancy free, this hotel is neat and clean and very affordable for those traveling on a budget. Guests can relax in the hotel's gardens.
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Hôtel de la Buffa
If a family atmosphere is what you are looking for, then this hotel is ideal for you. Its excellent location just steps away from the Promenade de Anglais and the beach is an added attraction. Tastefully done and comfortably furnished rooms ensure that your stay is enjoyable and pleasant. For families of up to four persons, larger accommodations are available. A safe and refrigerator can be installed in your room on demand. All midsize bathrooms have showers. Street facing rooms have double glazing on their windows. An adjoining restaurant under a different management offers the facility of partaking discounted meals.
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Hotel L' Oasis
Conveniently located near the railway station and virtually everything in Nice, this is a hotel you will not forget for long. Semi-tropical gardens and antique fountains filled with lush green plants create an exotic and magical aura and one can easily conjure up visions of ghosts of past guests of this establishment. During the first half of the 20th century, this place was a boarding house for Russians. Notable among them were Anton Chekhov, the famous literary figure who composed part of Three Sisters here. Lenin too has been a guest and spent a holiday here in 1911. An air of old fashioned charm still pervades the hotel though modernization has taken place and bedrooms have been refurbished many times. The tiled bathrooms are in a pristine condition and accommodations are well maintained. Bar service is provided in the garden. There is limited room service as well as babysitting facility.
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Chanel
This world-renowned designer house carries fashionable clothes which include suits and shirts. At this store you can also find accessories such as bags, shoes and watches.These elegant wares are naturally priced very high.
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Emporio Armani
This renowned Italian designer offers expensive men's clothing ranging from suits, and ties to trousers and shirts. Also available here are other items branded by Armani such as candles and umbrellas.
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J. C. Planet
JC Planet is a store carrying clothing and accessories from brand names such as Guess, Fornarina, Moschino and Mare. There is something for everyone but it is rather expensive.
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Comptoir des Cotonniers
This shop for women's clothing is located at rue Massena, Nice's pedestrian shopping area. The clothes are priced reasonably and you can find fashionable everyday wear clothes here.
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Popsy
This is a great place to come to for chic clothes which are priced reasonably. These fine quality clothes look expensive and are in keeping with the latest fashions making it a very popular store.
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Iffli Kettner
This shop is unique and has a hunting set decor. Here you can find hunting and fishing items. Also available are mainly men's and some women's hunting and fishing clothes. Items include sweaters, trousers and boots.
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FNAC
This is a huge store where you can find all kinds of products ranging from books to all kinds of electronics and CDs. You can find all the latest releases in both music and literature at this store. Prices are reasonable and the after-sales service is very good as
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Burton
There is a wide variety of clothes available at this store located in the city center. Here you can find trousers, shirts, sweaters, jackets and ties in all the classic colors. Prices are very reasonable here.
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Plat Jerômere
This is the perfect place to find reasonably priced local crafts. Jerome Plat is a potter and here you can purchase different kinds of artistic vases and other containers, dishware, crockery and plates.
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Cours Saleya
There are many street markets at this location. The most famous one is the flower market, Marché aux Fleurs. Then there is the main flea market called Marché à la Brocante, which also takes place at this place on Monday from 08.00 to 17.00.
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Le Cent Garde
At this shop you will find all sorts of military equipment which you can purchase, trade or swap. Here you can also have your own items valued.