Cannes Évasion by SCLS Locations

Hotel Description

Honestly, when I first walked up to Cannes Évasion on Avenue Branly, I wasn’t expecting much from a 3-star place in the heart of Cannes – you know how city center hotels can be cramped and overpriced. But this little spot actually surprised me in the best way. It’s tucked into this residential street that feels refreshingly normal compared to the glitzy Croisette chaos just a few blocks away, and I mean that as a huge compliment. You get that authentic French neighborhood vibe without sacrificing proximity to everything you came to Cannes for.

The thing about Avenue Branly is that it’s close enough to walk to the beach (maybe 8 minutes if you’re not rushing), but far enough from the main tourist drag that you’re not dealing with constant street noise and inflated café prices right outside your door. I spent most mornings grabbing coffee at this tiny boulangerie around the corner – the kind of place where locals actually go, not just tourists taking Instagram shots. The rooms themselves are what you’d expect from a well-run 3-star: clean, comfortable beds, decent WiFi that actually works, and bathrooms that feel recently updated. Nothing fancy, but honestly, when you’re spending your days exploring Cannes and the Riviera, you just need somewhere reliable to crash.

What really sold me on this place was the staff – they seem to genuinely care about helping you figure out the city rather than just checking boxes. The woman at reception (I think her name was Marie?) gave me this hand-drawn map showing which streets to take to avoid the cruise ship crowds, and she was absolutely right. Plus, if you’re planning to explore beyond Cannes – maybe hit up Antibes or Nice for the day – the train station is close enough that you don’t need to factor in expensive taxi rides every time. Parking can be tricky in this part of town (like everywhere in Cannes, really), but there’s a public lot about two blocks away that won’t completely destroy your budget. The 8.5 rating makes total sense to me – it’s the kind of place that does the basics really well without trying to be something it’s not, and in a city where mediocre hotels charge premium prices just for location, that approach actually feels refreshing.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $65. Two-Bedroom Apartment with 1 large double bed, 1 single bed and 1 sofa bed for Max persons: 4

Reviews

• Ilaria from Italy – 30 April 2025 (9/10)

  Molto carina e arredata bene. C’è tutto il necessario; lavatrice, stendino, aspirapolvere. Cucina attrezzata.

• Jose from Peru – 5 May 2025 (8/10)

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