Viva Riviera – 19 rue des Frères Pradignac

Hotel Description

So I’ve stayed at Viva Riviera a handful of times now, and honestly, it’s one of those places that just works. You know how some hotels try too hard? This isn’t that – it’s a solid 3-star that sits right on rue des Frères Pradignac, which means you’re actually in the thick of Cannes without being stuck on some tourist trap street. The building itself has that classic French Riviera thing going on, nothing flashy, but it fits the neighborhood perfectly.

What I really appreciate about this place is how it handles the whole Cannes experience without the pretension. You’re maybe a 5-minute walk from the Palais des Festivals (yeah, where they do the film festival), but you’re not paying those crazy Croisette prices. The rooms are clean and comfortable – I mean, they’re not going to blow your mind, but the beds are actually decent and the AC works, which in my experience isn’t always a given in older Cannes properties. The staff has always been pretty helpful too, especially this one guy at reception who seems to know every restaurant within walking distance. Pro tip: ask them about parking because street parking around there can be… well, let’s just say it’s an adventure.

Here’s the thing though – and this is why I keep coming back – the location is secretly perfect. You’ve got that morning bakery smell drifting up from the boulangerie down the street, you can hear the market setting up early if you’re a light sleeper (which honestly, I kind of love), and you’re close enough to everything that matters without being right in the chaos. Walk one direction and you hit the beach, walk the other and you’re in the old town area where locals actually eat. The 7.6 rating makes sense to me – it’s not luxury, but it delivers on what it promises. If you’re the type who wants to spend your money on good meals and experiences rather than thread count, Viva Riviera gets it right.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $68. Standard Studio with 2 single beds for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $74. Studio Apartment with 1 single bed and 1 double bed for Max persons: 3

Reviews

• Good value for the money, not that big and a bit loud. So good thing if you like to party yourself! – Sarina from Switzerland – 5 August 2024 (8/10)

  The location was amazing!
  
  What could be improved: It is rather small for 3 people and there is a night club right under the apartment (and also some more in the same street) so it is a bit loud.

• No 19, Viva Riviera – Stuart from United Kingdom – 29 July 2024 (9/10)

  The location was great, (close to the beach), bars, shops and all the attractions.
  
  What could be improved: Since it was close to the bars it was great when out late, though when you want to get up early, not so good.

• Superb – Georgios from Greece – 10 October 2023 (9/10)

  The apartment is situated in a very good location and it was very clean. Also the staff was very friendly and very helpful.
  
  What could be improved: The property needs some repairs mainly in the kitchen and in the bathroom.

• Superb – Helen from Germany – 30 March 2023 (9/10)

  The place is comfortable and clean. It's perfect if you're outside most of the time and then want to relax a bit from sightseeing.
  The shower size was perfectly fine. We didn't understand the complaints in the comments before.
  
  What could be improved: Heating up the room took a bit long.

• I felt like moviestar – Alexander from Italy – 8 January 2025 (9/10)

  Close by the sea and by the city center
  simply furnished but practical
  
  What could be improved: The apartment needs some maintenance

• Good – Vitaliia from Ukraine – 28 March 2024 (7/10)

  The location of Appartment is perfect.
  
  What could be improved: The Appartment is very small.

• Perfect – Nicholas from United Kingdom – 6 July 2023 (8/10)

  Amazing proximity to the beach and train station. Close to a lot of bars and shops too.

• Good – Derek from Canada – 28 November 2022 (7/10)

  Great location and clean. Handy kitchen
  
  What could be improved: rock Hard pillows, very rude neighbours that screamed and yelled ever night in the wee hours after pub closed. The paper thin entrance door has no sound proofing, you here every foot step in the hall.
  
  Kitchen needs a few knives, salt n pepper, paper towel, etc.
  bathroom sink leaks and barely drains. World's smallest shower, good luck if your obese.

• Great budget located spot for a short stay – Kitty from Ireland – 8 July 2025 (7/10)

  Staff super nice and location amazing.
  I arrived early and they allowed me to work in their air-conditioned lobby of hotel. Staff walked me and helped with my luggage to the apartment. Door of actual apartment have 3 types of locks, which made me feel safe. Nice towels and olive oil soaps. Relatively clean, no mould, bathroom extraction fan strong.
  
  What could be improved: Very very loud hallway. To all hours of night. I understand that it's not the host's fault and the apartment is located on a busy street. I barely heard the partying and people, just constant banging of the main door of the building. Room is extremely small for 3 grown adults, but either way, it's a great place to rest your head for a night or two.

• Great location, i would choose for short stays (max 3 nights) – Laura from Romania – 2 July 2024 (7/10)

  The location is absolutly fabulous. In the middle of old center and 5 min walk from the beach. Great restaurants and clubs around.
  
  What could be improved: The apartment is actually one very small room, with no wardrobe and a tiny bathroom. The building is old and smells, you can not open the windows because it always smells as fried onions. The Ac is old an noisy. No place to wash or even dry the towels, no wardrobe. The elevator barely fits one person, but the apt is on the first floor.

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