Cannes City B&B

Hotel Description

I’ll be honest – when I first walked up to 6 Rue Aurélienne looking for Cannes City B&B, I almost missed it. It’s tucked on the first floor of this charming building, and you know what? That turned out to be exactly what made it so special. No flashy hotel lobby nonsense, just this intimate space that feels like staying at your worldly French friend’s apartment.

The location is actually brilliant once you get your bearings. You’re maybe a seven-minute walk from the Palais des Festivals (where all the film festival magic happens), but here’s the thing – you’re far enough from the main tourist drag that you can actually sleep at night. Rue Aurélienne is one of those quiet residential streets where locals walk their dogs in the morning, and honestly, that’s the Cannes experience most visitors never get to see. The beach is close enough that you can pop back to drop off shopping bags or grab a forgotten hat, but you’re not paying those insane beachfront prices. There’s this little boulangerie about three doors down – I mean, come on, you can’t script that kind of authentic French morning routine.

What really won me over was how the owners (and I’m pretty sure they live nearby because they genuinely care about this place) have managed to nail that sweet spot between boutique hotel polish and B&B warmth. The rooms have this understated elegance – think clean lines and quality linens rather than fussy French provincial stuff. The 9.3 rating makes total sense when you realize it’s those small touches that add up: really good coffee, windows that actually block out sound, and WiFi that doesn’t cut out every time someone uses the microwave. During Cannes Film Festival season, this place books up months ahead because industry people have figured out it’s way better than overpaying for some massive hotel where you’re just another credit card number. But honestly, I think it’s even better in the shoulder seasons when you can enjoy the terrace without fighting crowds, and the whole city feels like it belongs to the people who actually live here. If you’re the type who’d rather stumble upon a great wine bar than eat at the hotel restaurant every night, this is your spot.

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: $158. Standard Double Room with Air Conditioning with 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $171. Double Room with Terrace with 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2

Reviews

• Christopher from United Kingdom – 29 November 2024 (9/10)

  Secure private parking on the property.. host was wonderful.. provided lots of details of the area and transport options into downtown Cannes. Room was decent size and bathroom was clean, roomy and stylish.. good roomy shower.. common room with balcony where continental breakfast is served by the host.. good fresh selection of fruit, meat, cheeses, fruit juice etc.. 5 minute walk to the Main Street where lots of food choices can be found – takeout or dine in.. I ate at an Italian restaurant run by a guy from Naples – great pizzas! There’s a large supermarket at the end of the street.. you can walk to the local beach in 10 minutes.. busses to downtown Cannes run every 10 minutes and fare is €1.70 each way (Nov 2014).. journey takes 15 minutes so it is great value.. there are parking garages downtown which offer free parking for two hours..
  I thoroughly enjoyed my two nights stay and recommend the place..
  
  What could be improved: Nothing

• Max from France – 15 November 2024 (9/10)

  So friendly & informative from start to finish. Secure parking for my car a bonus and that breakfast (AWESOME!). Amazingly clean and comfortable.
  
  What could be improved: I can't think of anything, it was great. I would have liked a private bathroom but I had no issues with the communal bathroom. The bathroom itself was lovely.

• Anke from Germany – 14 October 2024 (9/10)

  The host was very kind! We could have checked in earlier than noted.
  The breakfast was extraordinary with the opportunity to take the rest for the way.
  Even water, beach umbrellas and beach towels were available and for free.
  We would come back again!
  
  What could be improved: The city center of cannes is not in walking distance. But we knew this when booking and a bus is available.

• Karine from France – 24 August 2024 (10/10)

  Nice host, who gives clear instructions, speaks both english and french. Morning coffee in the balcony. I loved the fact that there was a coffee machin and i could make a coffee as much as i wanted 🙂
  
  What could be improved: A bit far from center but close bus stop to get there and night buses as well so not a problem

• Lourdes from United States – 20 July 2024 (10/10)

  Everything was upto standard. Eric, the host was very accommodating and very helpful. The breakfast was very good.
  
  What could be improved: Nothing. Everything was great!

• Joanne from United Kingdom – 20 June 2024 (10/10)

  The breakfast was lovely and the host was so helpful and very kind😃

• Chris from Australia – 1 May 2024 (9/10)

  Very comfortable bed & room. Great breakfast, lots of healthy options. Nearby bus stop for easy trip to town. Lovely host.
  
  What could be improved: 2 individual guest rooms in the apartment- and our private secure bathroom outside our bedroom, in hall – I ‘met’ one of the other guests on the way out from my shower 😬, not perfect, but would stay again!

• Steve from Luxembourg – 25 April 2024 (10/10)

  Cannes City B&B is a great place to spend holidays. Eric is a fantastic and extremely helpful host. Everything is very nice and clean and breakfast is just amazing.

• Mavi_bevi from Italy – 7 April 2024 (10/10)

  The small B&B went above and beyond our expectations. Room extremely comfortable and clean. Eric is very helpful. He sent us 2 videos to help us do the check-in
  Breakfast is amazing!!! The attached private bathroom (2 steps outside of the bedroom) is pristine clean and has everything you need and even more. Very convenient private parking. RECOMMENDED!!!
  
  What could be improved: Nothing! Absolutely nothing!

• Khosrow from Denmark – 12 March 2024 (10/10)

  Eric is a fantastic, kind, welcoming and very well organized host. His establishment is neat and clean with all a guest could ask for. The breakfast provided was exceptionally fresh and delightful.
  
  What could be improved: For the price and quality there is nothing we didn’t like.

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