Palais des Iles YourHostHelper

Hotel Description

Honestly, I wasn’t expecting much when I first walked up to Palais des Iles on Rue Latour-Maubourg – the name sounds way fancier than what you’d expect from a 3-star place, you know? But here’s the thing about this little spot: it’s got that authentic Cannes charm that the bigger hotels on La Croisette have completely lost. The building itself has this old French character that feels genuinely local, not like someone tried to recreate “Riviera style” for tourists.

What really won me over was the location – and I mean the actual practical stuff, not just “oh it’s central.” You’re literally a five-minute walk from the Palais des Festivals (where all the film festival madness happens), but you’re tucked away enough that you don’t deal with the constant crowds and street performers. The morning walks to get coffee actually felt peaceful, which is saying something for Cannes in summer. Plus, you can hit the beach without that trek down from the hills where some of the budget places stick you. The 8.3 rating makes total sense when you realize how rare it is to find something decent in this price range that close to everything that matters.

I’ll be straight with you though – this isn’t luxury, and the rooms show their age a bit. But the staff actually knows the neighborhood and will point you toward the bakery locals use (not the touristy one on the main drag), and check-in was refreshingly quick without all that formal hotel ceremony. What surprised me most was how quiet it stays at night, considering you’re right in the city center. I mean, you’ll hear some street noise if you’re a super light sleeper, but nothing like what I expected. The whole place just feels like someone cares about running it properly rather than just cramming in as many bookings as possible. If you’re looking for marble bathrooms and concierge service, keep looking – but if you want a solid base for exploring Cannes without spending film festival prices, this little spot actually delivers.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $287. Two-Bedroom Apartment with 2 × 1 large double bed for Max persons: 4

Reviews

• A gem in the centre of Cannes – Suki from Ireland – 23 September 2024 (8/10)

  The perfect location is right in the middle of Cannes. The stunning beach was right across the road, and the apartment is located beside the famous 5 star Martinez hotel. The apartment was large, very clean, and had everything we needed for our few days' stay. Beds were comfortable, and the vew from the large balcony was spectacular. There are so many excellent restaurants nearby and a shop about 2 minute walk.
  
  What could be improved: We had to check out by 10am which really is too early. Thankfully we found a luggage storage company in the old town near the port and left our bags there for the day.

• Superb – Geraldine from Ireland – 15 September 2024 (9/10)

  We loved the location of the apartment and the view from the balcony. Easy walk to restaurants and beach.
  
  What could be improved: Check out at 10
  Second set of keys the fob didn't work

• Great place close to the city centre but on a quiter side. – Olga6913 from United Kingdom – 21 April 2024 (9/10)

  Fantastic location – a bit away from the buzz of the centre of Cannes, yes very close to everything.
  Comby beds, sea view from the sitting room and one of the bedrooms, spacious rooms – I fully enjoyed my stay.
  The instruction on how to collect the keys were very clear with photos.
  
  What could be improved: The shower holder in the master bedroom was broken. Not a big deal though.

• amazing apartment with amazing view of croisette beach. large main bedroom very clean accomodation. – Virdie from Indonesia – 20 December 2023 (9/10)

  location is amazing. view is stunning. large balcony. spacious living room and main bedroom.
  
  What could be improved: maybe 2 bathroom/shower would be preferrable. or if only 1 shared bathroom cann be accessed from the living room instead the main bedroom. the host sometimes slow response.

• Superb – Parikshit from India – 29 June 2025 (9/10)

  Thank you , had a very pleasant stay.

• Very good – Peter from Denmark – 14 July 2024 (8/10)

  A Stunning view, a perfect location in the center of Cannes and a clean and neutral apartment
  
  What could be improved: The quality of the kitchen equipment is low – the stove had a big crack.
  
  The air conditioning in the small room was out of function, and even though we had a written dialog with “your host helper” they didn’t manage to send an electrician to fix it.

• Superb – Mohammad from Kuwait – 20 July 2023 (9/10)

  View

• Exceptional – Bono from Austria – 3 September 2024 (10/10)

  Just every thing nothing

• Incredible stay on the oceanfront ! The view is spectacular! – Daniel from United States – 11 September 2023 (10/10)

  Absolutely Amazing ! Location , Amenities, size , comfort. We will book here again !

• Relaxing – Richard from United Kingdom – 16 July 2023 (10/10)

  Stunning location. Just perfect

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