Un Écrin au Suquet – Studio, clim, balcon, plage, Palais des Festivals

Hotel Description

Look, I’ll be honest – when I first saw “Un Écrin au Suquet” on my booking confirmation, I had to Google how to pronounce it (it’s basically “a jewel box in Le Suquet,” which actually makes perfect sense once you’re there). The studio sits on this narrow little street called Traverse de la Tour, and you know what? That’s exactly where you want to be. Le Suquet is the old town part of Cannes that most tourists rush past on their way to the beach, but it’s actually the most charming bit – cobblestone streets winding uphill, proper French bistros where locals eat, and none of that glitzy Croisette madness.

The studio itself is pretty much what you’d expect from a 3-star place, but honestly, it punches above its weight. The air conditioning actually works (crucial in summer – I learned this the hard way in other places), and that balcon they mention? It’s small but you can see slices of the Mediterranean between the buildings, especially if you lean out a bit. The whole setup is compact but thoughtfully done – someone clearly designed this for people who’d rather spend their time exploring than lounging around their room. What really won me over was the location though. You’re maybe a 10-minute walk down to the Palais des Festivals, and I mean a pleasant walk through the old town, not some highway march. The beach access is solid too – you can hit the public beaches or, if you’re feeling fancy, some of the private ones along the Croisette are walkable.

Here’s the thing about staying in Le Suquet that nobody tells you: the evenings are magical up there. While everyone’s crowding the waterfront, you’ve got these quiet terrace restaurants and wine bars just steps from your door. The Marché Forville is right nearby too – perfect for grabbing fresh stuff if you want to eat in (the studio has basic kitchen bits). I mean, sure, you’ll hear some street noise during the day since it’s proper city living, and the stairs up to the old town will give your calves a workout, but that’s all part of the charm. The 7.7 rating feels about right – it’s not going to blow your mind, but it’s a solid, well-located base that lets you experience Cannes like someone who actually lives here rather than just passing through on a cruise ship.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $69. Studio with Balcony with 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2

Reviews

• Juliunica86 from Italy – 31 July 2024 (9/10)

  Inside the apartment everything was very well organized.
  
  What could be improved: At the entrance there is a nosy neighbor, I don't know if he is the owner's family.

• Flavia from United Kingdom – 30 June 2024 (8/10)

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• Irina from United Kingdom – 8 July 2024 (4/10)

  The location was perfect for this visit. Although the apartment is very small, it works well in the neighbourhood. It is nicely refurbished and clean.
  
  What could be improved: The balcony is in extreme disrepair – old, rusty supports and crumbling bottom of the balcony above. A piece from the balcony above has already fallen down breaking the safety net and another piece can fall down without warning at any time and potentially cause a serious injury.

• Elina from Sweden – 14 May 2024 (8/10)

  Ett väldigt fint och modernt boende. Väldigt fräscht! Vi behövde inte städa någonting. Balkongen och utsikten är fantastisk och boendet är extremt centralt. Värden är supertrevlig och svarade extremt snabbt på frågor. 10/10.
  
  What could be improved: Inget

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