— The hotel
Cannes & More
You know what’s funny about Cannes? Everyone thinks you need to blow your budget on some fancy palace hotel right on La Croisette to have a good time, but honestly, some of the best finds are tucked away in the quieter corners. That’s exactly what happened when I discovered Cannes & More on Avenue Amiral Wester Wemyss – this little 3-star gem that’s managed to rack up a 9.8 rating, and after staying there, I totally get why.
The location is actually perfect if you know Cannes at all. You’re far enough from the madness of the festival crowds and cruise ship tourists, but close enough that you can walk to the good stuff without breaking a sweat. The avenue itself is one of those tree-lined residential streets where actual locals live, which means you’ll hear birds in the morning instead of revving Ferraris (though let’s be honest, the occasional supercar still rumbles by – it’s still Cannes, after all). What really sold me was how the staff seemed to genuinely care about making your stay work. Check-in was smooth, no pretentious attitude, and they actually gave useful recommendations instead of just pointing you toward the most expensive restaurants. The rooms have this clean, unfussy vibe – nothing flashy, but everything works properly, which you’d be surprised isn’t always the case even at pricier places around here. I mean, the shower had proper water pressure, the AC didn’t sound like a helicopter, and the wifi actually reached every corner of the room. Small things, but they matter when you’re trying to upload photos or cool down after walking around in the Mediterranean heat.
Here’s the thing that really impressed me though – the value proposition is insane for Cannes. You’re getting the experience of staying in this beautiful city without the tourist trap pricing, and you’re close enough to places like Rue d’Antibes for shopping or the old town (Le Suquet) for those Instagram-worthy sunset shots. Plus, if you’re planning to explore beyond Cannes – maybe hit up Nice or Monaco for a day – the location makes it easy to get around without dealing with the parking nightmare down by the port. I stayed during shoulder season in late September, and honestly, it felt like having a little secret base while everyone else was cramming into the overpriced spots closer to the beach. The whole experience just felt… authentic, I guess? Like you’re actually experiencing Cannes rather than just passing through some tourist bubble. For a 3-star place to earn nearly a perfect rating, they’re clearly doing something right, and after spending time there, I’d absolutely go back.
