Hotel in Antibes, France
Hôtel du Cap-Eden-Roc
Legendary Riviera palace where F. Scott Fitzgerald stayed offers private cabanas, seawater infinity pool, and Michelin dining on Cap d'Antibes peninsula.
Hôtel du Cap-Eden-Roc stands at the southern tip of the Cap d'Antibes peninsula on the French Riviera, approximately 10 kilometres from the centre of Antibes and 15 kilometres southwest of Cannes. Set within 9 hectares of pine and Aleppo-oak parkland above the Mediterranean, the hotel has operated continuously since 1870 and holds a permanent place in the cultural and literary history of the Côte d'Azur.
The main building is a 19th-century Belle Époque villa whose white-pillared facade and sea-facing terrace are among the most photographed images on the French Riviera. Author F. Scott Fitzgerald used the property as the inspiration for the Hôtel des Étrangers in his novel Tender is the Night, and the hotel's guest records chronicle generations of artists, heads of state, and international cinema figures — particularly during the Cannes Film Festival each May.
The 117 rooms and suites are distributed between the main villa and private garden pavilions. Interiors reference the Mediterranean setting with bespoke fabrics, marble bathrooms, and balconies or terraces with sea or garden views. The hotel also manages a collection of private cabanas along the rocky waterfront below the main building.
The seawater swimming pool, carved into the natural rock of the cape and filled with filtered Mediterranean water, remains the hotel's most iconic amenity — a saltwater structure that has served guests since the 1920s. The Eden-Roc restaurant serves Provençal and seafood menus directly above the sea; a lighter Grill menu operates poolside at lunchtime. A spa, fitness centre, and water sports platform complete the leisure offering.
Service is formally structured, with concierge teams managing private yacht charters, day trips to the Îles de Lérins, and Cannes Film Festival logistics. The hotel is seasonal, typically operating from late April through mid-October, and does not accept walk-in reservations. Dress codes apply in the main restaurant.
Amenities
- private beach
- pool
- Michelin dining
- spa
- water sports
Visit / Book / Contact
- Phone: +33 4 93 61 39 01
Location
Boulevard J. F. Kennedy, 06601 Antibes
43.5528, 7.1274 — View on map
Highlights
- Seawater infinity pool carved into the natural rock above the Mediterranean, operational since the 1920s
- 19th-century Belle Époque villa on Cap d'Antibes with literary connections to F. Scott Fitzgerald's Tender is the Night
- 117 rooms and suites in villa and garden pavilion settings within 9 hectares of Mediterranean parkland
- Eden-Roc restaurant serving Provençal seafood cuisine with views over the Mediterranean
- Private cabanas on the rock waterfront with direct sea access and water sports platform
Tips
- The hotel operates seasonally from late April to mid-October; always confirm current opening dates directly with the reservations team before booking
- The seawater pool is filled via marine intake and runs cooler than a heated pool — a wetsuit or rash vest is useful for early-season swims in May
- Private cabana reservations for high summer need to be arranged at the time of room booking, not on arrival
- During the Cannes Film Festival (May), the hotel is at peak occupancy and rates are at their highest; book 6–12 months in advance for this period
- A formal dress code applies in the main Eden-Roc restaurant; swimwear is restricted to pool and waterfront areas only
FAQ
When does Hôtel du Cap-Eden-Roc open each year?
The hotel operates seasonally, typically from late April through mid-October. It closes during the winter months. Confirm the current opening period directly with the hotel's reservations team before making travel arrangements.
Is Hôtel du Cap-Eden-Roc bookable through Booking.com or other OTAs?
The hotel typically operates as a direct-booking property and is not listed on major online travel agencies. Reservations are made directly through the hotel's own reservations team by phone or email.
How far is the hotel from Cannes?
The hotel is located on the Cap d'Antibes peninsula, approximately 15 kilometres southwest of Cannes by road. The hotel concierge can arrange private road or boat transfers to Cannes; travel time varies during the Film Festival period.
Does the hotel have a sandy beach?
The hotel sits on a rocky cape rather than a sandy beach. Guests access the water via the seawater pool carved into the rock, private cabanas on the cape's stone terraces, and the hotel's waterfront pontoon. Water sports equipment including snorkelling gear is available.
Accessibility
The Cap d'Antibes terrain is rocky and the hotel's historic villa structure means that full wheelchair accessibility is limited across parts of the property, including waterfront areas and the seawater pool complex. Guests with mobility requirements should contact the reservations team to confirm accessible room availability and navigable pathways before booking.
When to visit
The hotel operates from late April through mid-October. June and early September offer warm Mediterranean weather with slightly smaller crowds than the July–August peak. The Cannes Film Festival in May brings notable guests and maximum occupancy.