Bel Appartement – HYPER CENTRE – 2 pièces

Hotel Description

You know what struck me first about this place? The address – 5 Rue Georges Clemenceau – sounds fancy, but honestly, it’s just this quiet little street that happens to be perfectly positioned in the heart of Cannes. I mean, you’re literally a three-minute walk from the Palais des Festivals (where all the film festival chaos happens), but the street itself is surprisingly calm. Well, during the day at least.

The apartment itself is what the French call a “2 pièces” – basically a one-bedroom setup that actually feels spacious compared to most city center spots. What I really appreciated was how they’ve managed to keep it feeling like an actual home rather than some sterile hotel room. The windows face the street, so you get that authentic French morning soundtrack of delivery trucks and early commuters, but it dies down by 9 AM. The building is one of those classic Cannes structures – probably from the 1930s or so – with those thick walls that keep things surprisingly quiet once you close the windows.

Here’s the thing about staying right in the city center that most people don’t realize until they’re there: you can walk to everything, but “everything” includes both the glamorous Croisette (about 400 meters south) and the actually interesting local stuff. There’s this little boulangerie called Du Pain et des Idées just around the corner on Rue d’Antibes – honestly better than any hotel breakfast you’ll get. And if you’re here during festival season, well, you’re close enough to feel the energy but far enough to escape when it gets overwhelming (which it absolutely will).

The apartment scored an 8.8 rating, and I get it – it’s not trying to be luxurious, just genuinely comfortable and smart about space. The kitchen is tiny but functional, which matters if you hit the Marché Forville on Tuesday or Saturday mornings. The shower pressure is actually decent, surprisingly, and there’s enough storage that you’re not living out of a suitcase. One small thing that bugged me initially – the WiFi signal is stronger in the living area than the bedroom, so if you’re planning to work from bed, maybe think again.

What really sells this place is the location intelligence, if that makes sense. You’re positioned so you can walk to the train station (maybe 8 minutes), duck into Monoprix for supplies, grab dinner at one of the non-touristy spots along Rue Meynadier, or just stroll down to the beach when the mood strikes. During Cannes Film Festival, this location is gold – you’re inside the controlled zone but not paying Majestic Hotel prices. In summer, you get the full Riviera experience without feeling like you’re trapped in a resort bubble.

Honestly, it’s the kind of place that makes you feel like you’re actually living in Cannes for a few days rather than just visiting. The 3-star rating feels about right – comfortable, clean, well-located, but not pretentious about it.

Cannes hotels range from charming boutique properties in the historic Le Suquet district to elegant palace hotels and modern luxury accommodations along La Croisette Boulevard.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $154. One-Bedroom Apartment with 1 double bed and 1 sofa bed for Max persons: 2

Reviews

• Would definitely stay again! – Richard from United Kingdom – 16 September 2023 (8/10)

  The hosts communication was excellent from days before my arrival until after I left.
  Key collection was made very easy, to suit my timetable.
  The location was perfect for exploring the Old Port area of Cannes.

• Great break in a perfect location – Neil from United Kingdom – 11 October 2022 (9/10)

  Property is very close to the Harbour and the Hotel De Ville central area. I don’t think it could be better placed for all the amenities. Host very good at responding to queries etc..
  
  What could be improved: Nothing much to dislike but if you were disabled, or have mobility issues, the stairs may cause issues for you, and or, luggage.

• Good – Shahnaz from United Arab Emirates – 25 May 2023 (7/10)

  location, the size of flat reasonable
  
  What could be improved: sometimes no Wi-Fi

• Pleasant – Giampaolofulignati from Italy – 2 January 2023 (6/10)

  What could be improved: the place had a MOLD smelling , there were Mold on the base of the walls , forniture inside were chip comparing the price of the appartment.

• Lovely stay very central where we needed to be – Anonymous from United Kingdom – 19 May 2025 (10/10)

  Property was clean tidy sofa bed was difficult but ok
  
  What could be improved: No toaster

• Άριστη και θα ξαναπάω. – Despina from Greece – 5 October 2024 (10/10)

  Η τοποθεσία είναι ιδανική. Ο οικοδεσπότης είναι καταπληκτικός και πρόθυμος σε ότι χρειαστεί κάποιος.
  
  What could be improved: Ήταν όλα όπως τα ήθελα.

• Exceptional – Despoina from Greece – 6 October 2023 (10/10)

  Πολύ ωραία τοποθεσία. Κοντά σε όλα τα μέρη με τα πόδια. Άνετο, καθαρό. Ο οικοδεσπότης πολύ φιλόξενος και ευγενικός. Θα ξαναπάω.

• Exceptional – Ladislav from Slovakia – 22 August 2022 (10/10)

  – príjemný a ústretový majiteľ, nápomocný pri poskytnutí informácií ohľadne parkovania v meste
  – poloha ubytovania

• Très bien – Nolän from France – 26 August 2022 (8/10)

  L'emplacement idéal pour visiter Cannes et aller à la plage. L'appartement était calme grâce au double vitrage des fenêtres, une grande chambre où l'on peut facilement poser les affaires, une salle de bain qui est plus grand que sur la photo.
  
  What could be improved: Les ustensiles de cuisine il faudrait des casseroles plus grandes, quelques objets cassés ( 1 chaise sur 4, le robinet de douche…)

• Ok – Samy from France – 18 August 2024 (6/10)

  Superbe localisation, pas loin de la ville, des restaurants et de la plage.
  L'appartement a la taille idéale pour deux personnes.
  Cuisine équipée avec cafetière très appréciée.
  Le lit double dans la chambre est très confortable.
  Appartement au 1er étage.
  Nouvelle chaise de cuisine, il faut mettre à jour la photo.
  Climatisation dans le salon (pas très frais) et dans la chambre (super).
  TV écran plat pour les JO 🙂
  
  What could be improved: Malheureusement, la cage d'escalier est catastrophique, mais ce n'est pas la faute de l'hôte. La supérette en bas chauffe tout l'immeuble, ce qui n'est pas agréable en plein été.
  
  Par contre, dans l'appartement : l'emplacement de l'évier dans la salle d'eau est vraiment à revoir, on peut facilement se cogner la tête si l'on ne fait pas attention au miroir qui est juste au-dessus.
  Les rideaux dans le salon et la chambre sont vraiment vieux et sales, il faudrait les remplacer par des rideaux blancs ou bien un double rideau (actuellement, ils sont noirs).
  Les serviettes à disposition dans la salle d'eau sont rêches.
  Aucun drap à notre arrivée, hormis une couette dans la chambre, mais nous sommes en été…
  Il faudrait remplacer le clic-clac du salon par un véritable canapé-lit, car celui en place est vraiment difficile à déplier en raison du matelas, qui est un peu lourd pour le système du clic-clac.

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