Wolf Duplex Heart of Cannes & Beaches

Hotel Description

You know what surprised me about the Wolf Duplex? It’s actually got this whole residential vibe going on – like you’re staying in someone’s well-appointed apartment rather than a typical hotel room. The duplex setup means you get real space to spread out, which honestly feels pretty luxurious when you’re used to cramped European hotel rooms. I mean, you walk in and there’s this proper living area downstairs, then head up to the bedroom level. It’s not fancy-fancy, but it’s thoughtfully done.

The location on Rue Rouguière is one of those streets that feels authentically Cannes without being touristy – you’re maybe a three-minute walk from the Palais des Festivals (yeah, where they do the film festival), but you’re not dealing with the chaos of the Croisette every time you step outside. The beaches are close enough that you can actually hear the Mediterranean if you open the windows at night, which I found oddly soothing. Parking can be a bit of a pain – this is central Cannes after all – but there’s usually something within a block or two if you’re patient. The morning sounds are pretty typical for the area: delivery trucks around 7am, café conversations drifting up from the street, that sort of thing.

What I really appreciated was how the place strikes this balance between being in the thick of things but not overwhelming. You can walk to Marché Forville in the mornings when the vendors are setting up their produce stalls, grab coffee at one of those tiny places locals actually go to, then still make it to Plage du Martinez before the crowds really hit. The 7.3 rating feels about right – it’s solid, reliable, does what it promises without trying to be something it’s not. The three-star classification doesn’t tell the whole story though; the space and location honestly punch above that weight class. Sure, you might find a loose tile in the bathroom or notice the WiFi gets sketchy during peak hours, but those are pretty minor when you’re paying significantly less than the big hotels while getting way more room to breathe. If you’re the type who values location and space over having someone bring you towels every few hours, this place totally makes sense.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $143. Standard Studio with 1 double bed and 1 sofa bed for Max persons: 2

Reviews

• perfect – Marta from Italy – 6 September 2023 (8/10)

  the location was perfect, right in the city center and a few minutes walk from an underground parking and the beach. also not far away from the station. the room was clean and the pickup of the key also easy and host was really helpful.

• Very good – Alex from France – 23 February 2025 (8/10)

  The location is just perfect, very central, supermarket open 7/7, bars, shops all nearby, the flat was very clean and cosy. Host very kind and helpful, sent detailed information on how to get to location. The cleaner was also very kind. Thank you to both.
  
  What could be improved: The noisy neighbours (due to lack of insulation), the front door needs fixing as there is a big gap at the top of it. the shower curtain could be removed for glass instead. The bed up the stairs is just a mattress on the floor. The sofa used as a bed is not at all comfortable. The saucepan needs to be changed as it was all scratched. No storage.

• Exactly as listed. Comfy and cozy – Vanessa from Switzerland – 31 August 2022 (8/10)

  Right in the center, where is restaurants, shopping, everything. I've been staying in Cannes for the past 7 years so it was choosen specially for the location. The parking very near, Suquet Forville or even closer Ferrage Meynadier.
  The apartment was fully equipped for basic meals and the coffee capsules was a must specially before go shopping. The bed was comfortable as well the sofa.
  The communication with the host was simple and very clear.
  After all we have a very pleasant stay and don't mind to search it again for next year.
  
  What could be improved: We missed a hanger for long dresses specially, the hanger there is very low, I basically used the stairs as hanger.
  Also, missed a balcony to sit in the end of the day, however knew it beforehand.
  The 2nd floor with luggage can be challenging for some.

• Very good location but bad furniture – Azmi from Turkey – 16 September 2024 (5/10)

  Location is perfect
  
  What could be improved: Furniture is too old and should be renewed especially sofa.

• Smelly but good located – Iana from Russia – 5 August 2024 (3/10)

  Location is the best
  
  What could be improved: 1. The smell it is smelly apartment because under this apartment there are 2 or 3 restaurants every smell of smoke poop and food comes to this apartment. OPEN THE WINDOWS TO BREATH.
  2 everything in this apartment is already worn out it needs a new good iron, a new good sofa a good ventilation system and a good AC
  3 the size of a shower is so small that it is impossible be comfortable cleaning and not to split the water out

• merci au propriétaire pour sa compréhension. – Celia from France – 25 November 2024 (7/10)

  le propriétaire attentif à nos attentes, compréhensif, tres patient. Merci
  
  What could be improved: la femme de chambre qui nous a littéralement sortie de l’appartement en disant qu’elle n’avait pas du tout le temps, qu’il fallait qu’on parte vite, alors que nous sommes quand même client.

• Boa mas podia ter sido melhor – Ricardo from Portugal – 22 September 2024 (7/10)

  Localização
  
  What could be improved: Barulho de noite e vizinhos

• Very good – Syuzn from France – 16 October 2023 (8/10)

  What could be improved: Не понравилось чистота полотенец и постельного белья , ощущения что не стиранные ( не было запаха свежести . А так все остальное отлично 👍

• Very good – Sabina from Italy – 25 September 2023 (8/10)

  Posizione ottima
  
  What could be improved: La doccia è pulizia asciugamani

• Good – G from Italy – 2 September 2023 (7/10)

  Ottima posizione, in centro, tra la stazione è il mare, perfetto
  
  What could be improved: Sotto la struttura c’è un club dove le persone fanno un po’ troppo rumore in tarda notte e al mattino presto

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