SUNRISE & SUNSET PALM BEACH CROISETTE

Hotel Description

Look, I’ll be honest – when I first saw the name “Sunrise & Sunset Palm Beach Croisette,” I rolled my eyes a bit. It sounds like they were trying way too hard, you know? But actually staying there changed my mind completely. The place sits right on Avenue Reine Astrid, which is this quieter stretch that most tourists miss because they’re all crowding around the main Croisette action. Smart location, really – you’re literally a three-minute walk from all the glitz, but you can actually sleep at night without hearing drunk festival-goers stumbling past your window at 2 AM.

The hotel itself feels more intimate than those massive palace hotels that dominate the waterfront. I mean, it’s still proper four-star stuff – the lobby has this warm, honey-colored marble that catches the light beautifully, and there’s always fresh lavender in the air (they source it locally, which is a nice touch). What struck me most was how the staff actually remembered my name after the first day. The front desk guy, Philippe, gave me insider tips about which beach clubs were worth the splurge and which ones were just tourist traps. He also warned me that parking can be absolutely brutal during festival season – there’s a small lot behind the hotel, but honestly, you’re better off using the public garage near the Palais des Festivals and walking. It’s maybe eight minutes on foot, and you’ll save yourself the headache.

The rooms aren’t huge – this is Cannes, after all, where space costs more than champagne – but they’re thoughtfully designed. Mine had this little balcony that caught the morning sun perfectly, and I could just glimpse the Mediterranean between the buildings across the street. The bathroom was surprisingly spacious with one of those rainfall showers that actually has decent pressure (you’d be amazed how many hotels mess this up). What I really appreciated was the blackout curtains that actually worked – crucial when you’re dealing with those long summer days and late nights. The 8.3 rating makes total sense to me. It’s not perfect – the Wi-Fi got spotty during peak hours, and the breakfast could use more variety – but there’s something genuinely welcoming about the place. You feel like you’re staying somewhere with character rather than just another corporate hotel. Plus, being on the Pointe Croisette side means you’re closer to the good beaches without the insane crowds. If you’re coming during the film festival, book way ahead and expect to pay through the nose, but for a regular summer visit? This place hits that sweet spot between luxury and actually feeling like home.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $304. Two-Bedroom Apartment with 2 × 1 large double bed for Max persons: 4

Reviews

• Excellent stay near Palm Beach, very comfy! – Kirsty from United Kingdom – 6 December 2024 (9/10)

  Very easy check in and out, with so much flexibility. Alex was available via WhatsApp and the apartment is accessible with codes. The property is very secure with a gate, and doors to main building, then apartment. It was very spacious and comfortable furniture, bonus with the little terrace area.

• Great location, reasonable price, clean and an excellent host. But not two bathrooms as promised. – Jacob from Denmark – 13 August 2024 (8/10)

  Excellent location, very responsive host.
  Fully equipped kitchen. Nice beds. Well-functioning a/c. Easy access with the door codes – no keys.
  
  What could be improved: A bit misleading with the advert saying private pool and especially 2 bathrooms. We chose it specifically because of the latter. There is one bathroom with two doors (one has no lock). There is a sink and a tub in one bedroom, but certainly not two separate bathrooms. Should be changed in the text.

• Superb – Anita from Austria – 31 August 2022 (9/10)

  Stylish apartment in a great location, the sea is just around the corner, nice landlord. A parking space can be rented, which is a great advantage in this area.

• Enjoyable – Allan from France – 16 July 2023 (10/10)

  Location was amazing, clean and easy to get to town
  
  What could be improved: Nothing

• Fantastic! – Frank from Germany – 4 July 2024 (9/10)

  Lage
  
  What could be improved: Terrasse / Balkon

• Très bien situé et agréable pour une famille avec jeunes enfants – Thierry from Switzerland – 26 July 2023 (9/10)

  L’aménagement complet, la cuisine, la petite terrasse, la décoration. Il y a la climatisation, sauf dans la 2ème chambre avec seulement un bon ventilateur.
  
  What could be improved: Cet appartement est basé sur une grande chambre parentale avec une immense baignoire sans aucune protection. La salle d’eau avec WC n’est séparée que par une porte coulissante, mal isolée (!) et l’accès est géré par les occupants de la chambre parentale. Mais i’accès aux toilettes est difficilement gérable. Au lieu d’une grande baignoire inutile, des toilettes séparées auraient nettement plus utiles !

• Entusiasmante – Elisabetta from Italy – 4 September 2022 (9/10)

  La posizione eccezionale. immersa in Palm Beach che già di per sè è un quartiere elegante e di mare di tutto rispetto, è vicinissimo alla Croisette e a Cannes.
  Alex è un proprietario preciso, premurosi, disponile è molto friendly, perfetto!
  
  What could be improved: premettendo che io sono un soggetto molto allergico alla polvere e quindi ho criteri particolari, ho notato un po’ di polvere sulle numerose persiane che forse andrebbero pulite con regolarità

• Было очень тихо – чуть в стороне от всей тусовки ! Хотя до всех развлечений идти пешком 5 минут ! Очень хороший тихий ра – Andrei from Russia – 10 July 2023 (10/10)

  Отличное местоположение – 5 минут и ты на фешенебельном пляже в бухте , 7 минут и ты на пляже с открытым морем ! Супер ! В апартаментах все есть , белье чистое, стоянка в закрытом дворе, посуда на кухне полный комплект, уютная гостиная, терраса, комнаты отдельные ! Вообщем все супер ! Мы приехали поздно – Алекс все объяснил как попасть в апартаменты , по любому вопросу сразу давал ответы . Заселились без проблем ! Рядом есть магазины .
  
  What could be improved: Все понравилось !

• Exceptional – Borja from Spain – 12 September 2022 (10/10)

  El alojamiento era impecable. Limpio y con todo tipo de electrodomesticos. Muy bien situado al lado de la playa. Las camas comodas. El anfitrion maravilloso y con un trato muy agradable. Muy recomendable.
  
  What could be improved: En realidad nada. Todo era estupendo.

• Ci siamo trovati molto bene. L'appartamento è descritto in modo veritiero sul sito. – Andreadc66 from Italy – 30 August 2022 (10/10)

  Posizione eccezionale nella parte più tranquilla di Cannes a pochi metri da due spiagge. L'appartamento è in uno stabile signorile ed è tenuto molto bene. Il gestore Alex è molto gentile ed educato ed è sempre venuto incontro alle nostre esigenze.

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