Hotel Albert 1er

Hotel Description

You know what surprised me most about Hotel Albert 1er? It’s actually tucked away on Avenue De Grasse in a way that makes you feel like you’ve discovered something the cruise ship crowds haven’t figured out yet. I mean, you’re still in Cannes – just a few minutes’ walk down to the Croisette – but there’s this residential feel to the neighborhood that honestly made my mornings so much more pleasant. Instead of fighting through tourist hordes for coffee, I’d grab an espresso at the little café around the corner where the locals actually go.

The hotel itself has that classic French charm without trying too hard, if that makes sense. It’s a solid 3-star place, but the kind where someone clearly cares about the details – fresh flowers in the lobby, staff who remember your name after day two, that sort of thing. My room faced the street side, and while I was initially worried about noise (Avenue De Grasse gets some traffic), it actually quieted down nicely in the evenings. The beds are proper comfortable, and honestly, after walking around Cannes all day, that matters more than fancy marble bathrooms. Though speaking of bathrooms – decent water pressure, which you can’t always count on in older European hotels.

What really won me over was the location’s practicality. You’re close enough to walk to all the main spots – the Palais des Festivals, the old port, those ridiculously expensive boutiques on Rue d’Antibes – but you can actually escape back to a quieter street when you need a break. The staff gave me great directions to this tiny restaurant up in Le Suquet (the old town) that I never would have found otherwise. Plus, if you’re planning to explore beyond Cannes, the train station is maybe a 10-minute walk, which saved me a fortune on taxis. Parking can be tricky in this area – I’d ask about nearby options when you book if you’re driving. The whole experience just felt more authentic than staying right on the waterfront where everything’s geared toward people who are dropping serious money on champagne lunches. For what you pay, and with that 8.8 rating reflecting real guest experiences, it’s exactly the kind of place that makes you want to come back to Cannes.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $119. Confort Room with 1 double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $158. Superior Room with 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $171. Prestige Room with Terrace with 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $109. Single Room with 1 single bed for Max persons: 1

Reviews

• Liz from United States – 25 May 2025 (9/10)

  The staff was wonderful. The location is perfect. Close enough to the action, but out of the fray. Very comfortable room. A bit small, but fine for our purposes.

• Petrus from South Africa – 18 May 2025 (9/10)

  Hotel Albert 1e is a very cute hotel, with an authentic French flair. We also liked the breakfast and the fact that there was parking space available at the hotel. The location was good and only 10 minutes' walk from the promenade and beach. We loved Cannes and can recommend a visit there .
  
  What could be improved: Nothing

• Aynsley from New Zealand – 13 May 2025 (9/10)

  We loved this quaint little hotel. The Art Deco vibe was lovely, Xavier our host gave us great recommendations and was friendly and informative. The location was only a short walk to the old town. Lovely breakfast! There is also car parking on site if you have a car.
  
  What could be improved: The room was well appointed and decorated but small., otherwise everything was great.

• Feng1000 from France – 10 May 2025 (9/10)

  We really enjoyed our stay. The room was simple, spacious and extremely clean. The hosts were so helpful and friendly they made our stay in Cannes more memorable. One guest was in a wheelchair and the room was fully equipped – plenty of space and an adapted bathroom. The hotel welcomed our little dog which was great. The breakfast was very good. Would definitely recommend this hotel if you are staying in Cannes!
  
  What could be improved: Not much to say as we enjoyed our stay. The hotel is about a 15 minute walk to the centre which is not far but it is on a hill so if you are in a wheelchair or are have a stroller you would need to go by car.

• Tomas from Switzerland – 19 April 2025 (9/10)

  We had a wonderful stay! Communication with the host before our arrival was excellent – very clear and friendly, which made check-in smooth and stress-free. The hotel has a lovely artsy design touch, both in the common areas and in the rooms, giving it a unique and welcoming atmosphere. The beds and mattresses were very comfortable, ensuring a great night's sleep.
  
  The breakfast offered a good variety and quality – definitely a great start to the day. Location-wise, the hotel is within walking distance to the sea and the main promenade in the town center, which made exploring the area super convenient.
  
  Parking was also well arranged: there's a paid option right next to the hotel (€12/night), or you can find free spots nearby in the public white-striped zones. The host was very helpful throughout our stay, providing great tips and useful information about the area.
  
  Overall, a great experience – we would definitely recommend it!
  
  What could be improved: n/a

• Dana from Belgium – 18 April 2025 (9/10)

  Excellent location, lovely staff, comfortable and clean room – definitely recommend
  
  What could be improved: N/A

• Monica from Portugal – 10 March 2025 (9/10)

  The hotel was in a great location, about a 10 minute walk into Cannes city center. Parking was available upon our request and our room was very large and comfortable. The hotel is clean and although we didn't opt for breakfast, it looked like a great choice and many people seemed to be enjoying it. Our host was very kind, he laid out all the information we needed to know. We ended up staying one more night because the hotel was comfortable and in a great location.
  
  What could be improved: Like most small boutique hotels, you can hear noise from other guests walking in the hallways, shutting/opening their doors, but it didn't bother us, just be prepared if this kind of thing bothers you.

• Diana from Finland – 4 March 2025 (9/10)

  Very cute small hotel in a nice location with beautiful views. The most lovely host I’ve met, at the reception, very kind welcoming and helpful. Breakfast was arranged for us earlier because of an early flight and it was a great start to the day.
  Very comfortable bed, slept very well. Unfortunately we stayed only one night. The terrace was really nice and big and would have loved to spend more time there and enjoy it.
  
  What could be improved: We didn’t spend that much time to notice anything that would bother us.

• Cathy from Australia – 22 February 2025 (9/10)

  Helpful staff. Nice room. Good breakfast. Quiet location. Parking on site.

• Mario from Sweden – 14 February 2025 (8/10)

  Bike could be stores overnight without any issues

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