Studio Grand hôtel Croisette, by Welcome to Cannes

Hotel Description

Look, I’ll be straight with you about the Studio Grand hôtel Croisette – it’s one of those places that surprises you in the best way possible. When I first walked up to what looks like the Ibis entrance on boulevard de la Croisette, I honestly wasn’t sure what to expect. The whole “studio” concept had me thinking maybe just a basic room, but actually, this place gets it right where it matters most.

The location is what really sold me, and I mean *really* sold me. You’re literally on the Croisette – not near it, not close to it, but right there on the famous stretch. I could walk to the Palais des Festivals in maybe eight minutes (I timed it because, well, why not), and the fancy beach clubs are right across the street. But here’s the thing most people don’t realize – being this central during festival season means you’ll hear some street noise, especially weekend evenings when everyone’s heading to the clubs along the port. Honestly though, it’s part of the Cannes experience, and you can always close the windows if you need quiet.

What impressed me most was how they’ve managed to create something that feels both practical and a bit special. The studios are actually well-designed – not huge, but smart layouts that make the space work. There’s a proper kitchenette (not just a mini-fridge and microwave situation), which is clutch when you’re staying more than a couple nights and don’t want to eat out every meal. I mean, groceries from the Monoprix down on rue d’Antibes aren’t exactly cheap, but at least you can make your morning coffee without paying hotel café prices.

The staff really knows their stuff too – they’ll tell you which beaches have the best public access (hint: it’s not the ones right in front of the hotel), or where to grab decent pastries without the tourist markup. One guy at the front desk actually drew me a little map showing the shortcut to the Marché Forville, which saved me from wandering around like a lost tourist. That kind of local knowledge makes a difference, you know?

I’ll be honest about the three-star rating – don’t expect marble lobbies or turndown service. But what you get is clean, comfortable, and incredibly well-positioned. The whole Welcome to Cannes management thing works well; they seem to understand that people staying here want to be *in* Cannes, not just visiting it. During the quieter months (I was there in early October), it felt almost residential in a good way – like you’re actually living on the Croisette for a while rather than just passing through.

The 8.8 rating makes total sense to me. It’s not trying to be the Martinez or the Carlton – those places are literally next door if that’s what you’re after. Instead, it delivers exactly what it promises: a smart base right in the heart of everything, run by people who actually care about making your stay work. If you want to wake up, grab coffee, and be people-watching on the Croisette within minutes, honestly, you’d be hard-pressed to find better value.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $131. Studio with Sea View with 1 sofa bed for Max persons: 2

Reviews

• Great apartment. Excellent view and location. – David from Canada – 28 February 2025 (10/10)

  View, location, modern and clean apartment . Everything you need.
  
  What could be improved: English language TV stations would be appreciated.

• Fantastic days in cannes with you – Baraa from Saudi Arabia – 2 July 2024 (10/10)

  Everything
  
  What could be improved: Nothing

• A splendid studio, it can be noisy during markets. The bed need minor upgrades as it is – Iulia from Romania – 24 October 2022 (9/10)

  the view, location, the bathroom, the cofee that was complimentary
  
  What could be improved: the bed – the bed underlinen is plastic so it too hot to sleep… plus the blanket is a winter blanket

• I enjoyed my stay a lot. – Nina from United States – 20 October 2024 (8/10)

  What could be improved: I liked the location. The host SYLVIE was very nice, responsive, attentive and easy to deal with.

• Wonderful property and would stay again if the bedding issue was resolved. – Peter from Australia – 1 October 2023 (9/10)

  The apartment is in a wonderful location close to the beach and main shopping area with lots of great restaurants near.
  
  What could be improved: The bed is a fold away type. Would better if it was proper bed! Linen was of poor quality and the plastic mattress protector was uncomfortable .

• It was good – Julıa from Ukraine – 4 July 2025 (7/10)

  The best part is location of course, I wish they put there a bed instead of sofa bed, because anyway it’s always in a bed position.

• see above – Margaret from Australia – 19 June 2023 (6/10)

  the location of the hotel is very convenient and in a beautiful old building. the staff were efficient, friendly and helpful
  
  What could be improved: the new part of the hotel where the room was located was not in keeping with the style of the hotel and was dim, dark and had an odd smell associated with the room

• À part l’emplacement, je déconseille! – Ali from Algeria – 10 June 2024 (8/10)

  Emplacement magnifique
  
  What could be improved: On a dormi pas sur un matelas, 🚨mais sur un clic clac qui n’était pas confortable du tout

• molto piacevole e confortevole – Valentina from Italy – 19 April 2023 (10/10)

  l’appartamento ben arredato, il palazzo, il balcone con vista mare, la posizione
  
  What could be improved: cambierei il copri materasso perché è un po‘ fastidioso, anche se sicuramente garantisce una maggiore pulizia

• جميييل ورائع – Naif from Saudi Arabia – 15 October 2022 (10/10)

  كل شي كان جميل الاطلاله والنظافه والموقع صراحه من اجمل الشقق مقابله للشاطيء كل شي عندك تمشي مشي للمطاعم والمحلات وتحتنا مطع ملاصق لاوتيل جراند هوتيل وفيه شطاف صاحبة الشقه لطيفه وبشوشه واستقبالها كان جميل ورائع السرير عباره عن كنب متحول لسرير بس الامانه مريحه نصيحه لاتفكر تدور غيره جمييييل جداً

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