Terrasse vue mer, proche plages, piscine 258L TVLV

Hotel Description

Look, I’ll be honest – when I first saw the name “Terrasse vue mer, proche plages, piscine 258L TVLV,” I thought someone had a field day with Google Translate. But you know what? Sometimes the places with the clunkiest names end up being the hidden gems, and this spot on Rue du Docteur Raymond Picaud is exactly that kind of surprise.

The location is actually brilliant once you get your bearings. You’re tucked away on this quiet residential street – I mean, it’s so peaceful you can actually hear the Mediterranean breeze through the palm trees, which is saying something in Cannes. The terrace they’re talking about? It’s the real deal. I spent most mornings there with my coffee, watching the sunrise paint the water this incredible shade of gold. The view stretches right across the Baie de Cannes, and on clear days (which, let’s face it, is most days here), you can see the Îles de Lérins floating on the horizon like something out of a postcard. The piscine – sorry, pool – isn’t huge, but it’s perfectly sized for a refreshing dip when the afternoon sun gets intense. There’s something oddly satisfying about floating there while looking out at the sea beyond.

What I really appreciated was how close everything actually is without being right in the tourist chaos. The beaches at Plage du Midi are maybe a seven-minute walk downhill – and trust me, I timed it because I’m that person. You can grab your morning pastries at the little boulangerie on Boulevard Jean Hibert, then swing by the Marché Forville if you’re feeling ambitious about cooking (though honestly, with all the incredible restaurants around, why would you?). The walk back up is a bit of a climb, I won’t lie, but it’s worth it for that sense of retreat from the Croisette madness. During the film festival season, this distance becomes your best friend – you’re close enough to walk to all the action, but far enough to escape when the crowds become overwhelming. The apartment itself has this lived-in charm that three-star places sometimes nail better than their fancier cousins. Everything works, the AC keeps things comfortable during those sticky July afternoons, and the terrace furniture is actually comfortable enough for long evenings with a bottle of local rosé. I did notice the Wi-Fi can be a bit spotty during peak hours, but honestly, with that view demanding your attention, you might not mind the digital detox.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $202. Two-Bedroom Apartment with Terrace and Sea View with 1 bunk bed, 1 sofa bed and 1 large double bed for Max persons: 5

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