Opened in 1926, when films were still silent, Le Majestic has been the place to see and be seen in Cannes for almost a century. A member of The Leading Hotels of the World and the Barrière group, it is a short stroll from the Palais des Festivals and a favourite of the film festival’s A-list.
At a glance
Location: La Croisette, Cannes, France
Rooms: 258 rooms and 85 suites
Stayed in: Junior Suite Sea View with Terrace
Best for: festival season, celebrations and anyone who wants to be at the heart of Cannes
Reviewed: March 2015
9.3 out of 10
Setting and arrival
I arrived via a leisurely drive along the Riviera coast; the airport is 30 minutes away, and private flyers can use the nearby aerodrome or heliport. The renovations, which added two floors, have preserved the art deco glamour. The lobby is all plush seating, dark wood and gold accents, refined and elegant.
The rooms
The 258 rooms, from Superior to Prestige Sea View, pair a light palette with dark accents for an almost regal feel. The 85 suites add separate bedrooms and lounges. My Junior Suite Sea View with Terrace had panoramic views while keeping the terrace private, and the marble bathroom had both a deep bath and a separate shower.
Dining and drinks
Fouquet’s Cannes, the signature restaurant, serves impeccable traditional French cuisine in a setting worthy of its Parisian namesake.
Beach, spa and facilities
The private beach and jetty on La Croisette are the hotel’s great privilege, complemented by a heated outdoor pool and a stunning spa.
The verdict
Le Majestic remains the definitive Cannes hotel: glamorous, impeccably run and perfectly placed. For festival season or any special occasion on the Riviera, there is no better address.
- Rooms: 9.5
- Service: 9.5
- Dining: 9.5
- Facilities and spa: 9.0
- Location: 9.5
Hotel Barrière Le Majestic Cannes, La Croisette, Cannes, France.
David stayed as a guest of the hotel. Based on a stay in March 2015. Facilities, menus and prices may have changed since.
