Bord de mer – Cannes la Bocca

Hotel Description

You know what struck me first about Bord de mer? It’s actually right where you want to be in Cannes la Bocca – on Boulevard du Midi Louise Moreau, which honestly sounds way fancier than it needs to, but the location is spot-on. I mean, you’re literally a few steps from the beach, and not the crazy-crowded Croisette scene that everyone talks about. This is the locals’ stretch of coastline, where you can actually find a decent spot to lay your towel without elbowing tourists from three different countries.

The hotel itself is refreshingly straightforward – it’s a 3-star place that doesn’t try to pretend it’s something it’s not, but somehow manages to nail all the things that actually matter when you’re traveling. The rooms are clean (and I mean properly clean, not just “looks clean from a distance”), the beds are comfortable enough that you won’t wake up feeling like you wrestled with a parking meter, and there’s this nice attention to detail that you don’t always get at this price point. The staff genuinely seems to care about whether you’re having a good time, which – let’s be honest – isn’t always a given in busy tourist areas like Cannes. What really won me over was how they handle the little stuff: check-in was smooth, they actually know the neighborhood well enough to give you real recommendations (not just the obvious tourist traps), and the whole place has this relaxed vibe that makes you feel like you can breathe after dealing with airport chaos.

Here’s the thing about la Bocca that most people don’t realize – it’s got this perfect balance where you’re close enough to walk into central Cannes when you want the glamour and the shopping, but far enough away that you can escape back to something that feels more… I don’t know, more real? The train station is right there if you want to explore other coastal towns (seriously, take the train to Antibes one afternoon), and there are these great little restaurants within walking distance that locals actually eat at. The hotel sits in this sweet spot where you get the Mediterranean experience without paying Riviera prices for everything. Sure, it’s not going to win any architecture awards, and you’re not going to have a concierge in white gloves, but that 9.7 rating isn’t just random numbers – it’s because this place delivers exactly what it promises, consistently, without the pretense. Sometimes that’s worth more than marble lobbies and champagne service, especially when you’re spending most of your time exploring anyway.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $228. Two-Bedroom Apartment with 1 large double bed and 2 single beds for Max persons: 4

Reviews

• Teodora from Germany – 11 October 2024 (10/10)

  The apartment was amazing! Very clean and very nice location. Inside you have everything you need and right in front of the place there is a super nice beach! Perfect for a family vacation.

• Kimberly from United States – 22 May 2023 (10/10)

  spacious clean and great location with ocean views

• Andrei from Austria – 23 August 2022 (10/10)

  Stunning views from the living room windows and from the balcony, together with the sound of the surf, create an indescribable atmosphere in the house.
  Even on the hottest days, the cool sea breeze creates coolness and freshness in the apartment.
  Excellent clean sea coast with crystal clear water 30 seconds walk from the house (the coast is marked with a special flag, which means that the conditions on the beach are of a high standard).
  My wife originally planned to travel a lot around the area, but in the end she said that she feels like in paradise, lying in an armchair in the living room and enjoying the sounds, sights and smells of the sea, and does not want to go anywhere :).
  The apartment is also equipped with everything, required for the comfort long-term living.

• Zoltán from Hungary – 12 August 2022 (10/10)

  In short: everything

• Florin from Switzerland – 17 March 2025 (10/10)

  Splendid view of the bay of Cannes and the mountains. The property is less than 50 m from the beach. The apartment is comfortable and well equipped. The host is very nice and helpful.

• Elizabeth from Canada – 25 June 2023 (9/10)

  The location right across from a beautiful beach was wonderful. The apartment was spacious, well decorated and had a huge balcony with sea views. The kitchen was well equiped and we liked the use of the clothes washer.
  
  What could be improved: There was no air conditioning in the apartment so it was hot at times, even in mid-June while we were there. Also, unfortunately, we had some ants on the kitchen counter during our stay so we had to be extra careful to keep our trash outside on the balcony.

• Del1ac from Romania – 6 August 2022 (10/10)

  everything!
  
  What could be improved: nothing

• Emma from Italy – 31 July 2022 (9/10)

  perfect location

• Sandy from Canada – 10 July 2024 (8/10)

  Guy, the person who welcomed us was fantastic.
  
  The location is incredible if a beautiful beach and an amazing view is what you’re looking for. The apartment is spacious, clean, well furnished.
  
  The beach is right upfront. Perfect for kids.
  
  What could be improved: I didn’t expect to have to go to the market right away to get hand soap. We were provided with two small rolls of toilet paper, for 4 people, for 4 nights. It’s so inexpensive to provide… but a real hassle for the guest to have to go to the market after a long journey just to get the basic.
  It’s not a dealbreaker, far from it, it would have been welcomed.
  There is no air conditioning… it can get really hot, especially at night when you have to close the windows because of the mosquitos and noise.

• Lyne from Canada – 12 May 2025 (10/10)

  L'appartement était super propre avec une vue exceptionnelle. Très bien situé et très sécuritaire. Nous avons adoré notre séjour et recommandons cet endroit. Guy nous a très bien accueillis. Il est très sympathique et souriant. Il est disponible et a répondu à toutes nos questions. Si nous revenons à Cannes, nous retournerons assurément à cet endroit.
  
  What could be improved: Rien du tout.

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