Appartement Claire Deluxe

Hotel Description

You know what struck me first about Appartement Claire Deluxe? It’s tucked on this quiet stretch of avenue Jean de Nouailles where you can actually hear yourself think – which, honestly, is pretty rare in Cannes during festival season. I mean, you’re still close enough to walk to the Palais des Festivals in about fifteen minutes, but far enough away that you won’t have crowds of tourists stumbling past your window at 2 AM.

The apartment itself feels more like staying at a well-traveled friend’s place than some sterile hotel room. The owner, Claire, has this knack for combining French elegance with actual functionality – there’s a proper kitchen where you can make coffee that doesn’t taste like it came from a machine, and the bathroom has one of those rainfall showerheads that actually works (you’d be surprised how often they don’t). The living area gets gorgeous afternoon light, and if you’re on the right floor, you can catch glimpses of the Mediterranean between the buildings. What I really appreciated was the attention to sound – double-paned windows that actually keep the street noise out, which is crucial since avenue Jean de Nouailles can get busy during the day with locals heading to the market.

Speaking of the market – and this is something you won’t find in most hotel descriptions – you’re a five-minute walk from Marché Forville, where locals actually shop. None of that tourist trap stuff you’ll find closer to the Croisette. The apartment comes with decent WiFi (tested it myself, works great for video calls), and there’s usually street parking available if you’re brave enough to drive in Cannes, though honestly, you don’t need a car here. The 9.2 rating makes total sense once you spend a night or two – it’s those little touches like having a washing machine that actually works, proper hangers in the closet, and a kitchen stocked with basics like olive oil and salt. Claire’s got that hospitality thing down to a science, but in a low-key way. She’ll text you restaurant recommendations if you ask, knows which beaches the locals prefer (hint: not the ones with €30 umbrella rentals), and somehow always responds to messages within an hour. The whole place just feels… well, it feels like Cannes without the pretense, if that makes sense.

Travelers should reserve a hotel in Cannes at least two months ahead of their visit to ensure availability and secure better rates, especially during the peak May festival season when the city hosts its world-famous cinema celebrations.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $173. Deluxe Apartment with 2 × 1 large double bed and 1 sofa bed for Max persons: 5

Reviews

• Spacious apartment close to the beach. – Peer from Norway – 6 July 2025 (8/10)

  Nice view from the terrasse. Short walk to the beach. Spacious apartment. Well equipped kitchen.
  
  What could be improved: Only one aircondition unit in one of the bedrooms. No fans.

• Great Stay! – Patrick from Canada – 15 May 2025 (10/10)

  Stunning view of Mediterranean. Large two bedroom corner apartment with two terraces. Older renovation, but very clean and comfortable. Great location – 1.5 blocks to beach, 10 min walk to historic quarter, 15 min to main square.
  
  Light blocking shutters for bedrooms. Ample parking. Elevator!
  
  What could be improved: A little cool some nights, had to use one of the portable heaters in apartment.

• Charming Old style French feeling – Vivian from United States – 7 May 2024 (10/10)

  Location and lots of room
  
  What could be improved: One of the sinks wasn’t working in the bathroom

• beautiful apartment with a stunning view – Mike from United Kingdom – 17 March 2023 (8/10)

  architecture, view , facilities
  
  What could be improved: a brisk walk from the Palau’s

• wonderful view!!🌼 – Giancarlo from Italy – 7 January 2023 (10/10)

  Wonderful, view.
  Warm apartament.
  Cleaniless.
  I strong recomend this acomodation!!
  
  What could be improved: all was perfetct!!

• Exceptional – Mark from Netherlands – 26 April 2025 (10/10)

  Sfeervol, luxe en compleet appartement op loopafstand van alle bezienswaardigheden. Kortom, perfect voor een stedentrip Cannes!

• Top ! – Sophie from France – 23 February 2025 (10/10)

  Top !
  Je recommande ..
  emplacement top
  Accueil de Tatiana très attentionné
  Aux petits soins ..

• Exceptional – Carl from Italy – 2 January 2025 (10/10)

  wir waren geschäftlich während der Messe ILTM in Cannes. Das Appartment war ausgezeichnet und wir werden für nächstes JAhr wieder buchen.

• Wer hier nicht zufrieden ist, dem kann man nicht mehr helfen! – Bengt from Germany – 5 November 2024 (9/10)

  Perfekte Lage, extrem gute Betreuung!!!
  Kurze Wege zum Strand oder Altstadt
  Waschmaschine, Trockner
  Wir sind mit Sicherheit noch öfter vor Ort
  
  What could be improved: Fällt mir nichts ein

• Exceptional – Nataliya from Kazakhstan – 4 August 2024 (10/10)

  Волшебное место, прекрасно укомплектована квартира.

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