COTE PORT

Hotel Description

You know that perfect spot in Cannes where you’re right in the action but not drowning in tourist chaos? That’s exactly what COTE PORT nails. I mean, when I first walked up to 11 Quai Saint-Pierre, I honestly wasn’t expecting much – the entrance is pretty understated for a 4-star place. But then you step inside and it hits you: this place actually gets it. The lobby has this relaxed Mediterranean vibe that doesn’t try too hard, and the staff? They remember your name after one night, which is rare these days.

What really sold me on this place is the location – you’re literally steps from the old port (hence the name, obviously), but here’s what the booking sites don’t tell you: you can walk to the Palais des Festivals in maybe eight minutes without breaking a sweat, and there’s this little morning market on Forville that’s just around the corner where locals actually shop. The rooms face different directions, so if you’re sensitive to noise, definitely ask for one away from the quai side – it’s not terrible, but you’ll hear some late-night chatter from people wandering back from dinner. The rooms themselves are honestly better than I expected for the price point. Clean lines, decent-sized bathrooms (thank god, because some Cannes hotels think a shoebox with a sink counts as a bathroom), and the beds are actually comfortable. I’m picky about mattresses and slept like a baby.

Here’s the thing about staying here – you’re in Cannes proper, not some resort bubble. You’ll hear church bells in the morning, smell fresh bread from the boulangerie down the street, and your biggest decision will be whether to grab coffee at the little café next door or walk two minutes to that amazing pastry place near Rue Meynadier. The hotel doesn’t have a pool or spa or any of that resort stuff, but honestly? You’re in Cannes. Go to the beach. The concierge (ask for Marie if she’s still there) knows every restaurant owner in a three-block radius and can get you tables that booking apps can’t. Parking is… well, it’s Cannes, so it’s a nightmare, but there’s a public garage about a five-minute walk away that won’t completely bankrupt you. Check-in was smooth even when I arrived early, and they stored my bags without any fuss. The 9.5 rating makes sense once you stay here – it’s not trying to be the Carlton or the Martinez, but for what it is, it’s pretty much perfect. If you want to feel like you’re living in Cannes rather than just visiting it, this is your spot.

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. Two-Bedroom Apartment with 2 × 1 large double bed for Max persons: 4

Reviews

• Cecilia from United States – 1 June 2025 (10/10)

  Everything, especially its location.
  
  What could be improved: It would have been perfect with an elevator.

• Anthony from United Kingdom – 18 March 2025 (10/10)

  The host was very nice and helpful on arrival. The apartment is perfectly located and very comfortable.

• Vicky from United Kingdom – 6 July 2024 (9/10)

  The location is perfect, very clean with lovely views of the marina, very useful having two bathrooms
  
  What could be improved: Not a very nice smell in the stairwell, possibly a sewage bad drain smell, but the smell wasn’t in the apartment so was not a huge problem.

• Monica from Ireland – 1 January 2024 (10/10)

  We like everything, location, cleanliness, standard of accommodation. Excellent kitchen. We have stayed in Cannes many times and this is by far the best.

• Philip from United Kingdom – 27 September 2023 (10/10)

  Lovely apartment in a brilliant location over-looking the harbour and walking distance to all amenities. Was equipped with everything that we could possibly of needed on our visit. Host communication before and during our visit was great.
  
  What could be improved: N/A

• Bláthnaid from Ireland – 9 April 2023 (10/10)

  Everything: cleanliness facilities and of course the location
  
  What could be improved: no balcony

• Tea from Italy – 29 June 2024 (10/10)

  La posizione , la pulizia.

• Gwenaelle from Belgium – 5 March 2024 (10/10)

  L'accueil,
  L'appartement ne manque de rien … super équipé.
  L'emplacement, la vue.
  
  What could be improved: Rien 😉

• Michaela from Switzerland – 16 November 2023 (10/10)

  Superschöne Wohnung zu einem tollen Preis! Wir kannten den Ort bereits und haben ganz in der Nähe bereits ein paarmal gewohnt. Das Preis-Leistungsverhältnis dieser Wohnung ist absolut top. Obwohl gleich am Hafen gelegen super ruhig! Tolle Ausstattung – es hat an nichts gefehlt.

• Radostina from Luxembourg – 6 August 2023 (10/10)

  L’accueil, la situation géographique exceptionnels – ameublement élégant et confortable – 2 chambres, 2 salles de bain et 3 clims impeccables – vue sur le palais et vieux port exceptionnelle – la nuit, la vue est tout simplement magique avec les lumières – on est en première ligne et pourtant l’isolation phonique est excellente
  
  What could be improved: De devoir quitter notre hôte et la magnifique ville de Cannes

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