Le Negresco

We did not just stay at the Negresco. We stepped into history. The dome rises above the sea like a crown. Pink. Proud. Unapologetic. The Mediterranean light hits the façade and everything glows. You feel small in front of it. And at the same time, chosen. Inside, it is not a hotel. It is a museum where you are allowed to sleep. Marble floors. Heavy doors. Silence that carries stories. Each room is different. Ours felt like a private apartment from another century. High ceilings. Thick curtains. A bed that makes you rest the way kings must have rested—deep and without fear. Breakfast was simple and perfect. Fresh fruit. Strong coffee. No rush. Outside, the sea waited. The Promenade des Anglais stretched long and bright. We walked early. The air was clean. The water was calm. Nice felt alive but gentle. Service was precise. Not loud. Not fake. They move like they know they are part of something bigger than themselves. Because they are. The Negresco is not fashion. It is legacy. You do not book the Negresco for a deal. You book it for a story. And when you leave, you carry a piece of that legend with you. If you want modern and cold, go elsewhere. If you want soul, history, and the sea at your feet—this is the place. Some hotels are comfortable. The Negresco is unforgettable.

I'm really sad to write this review as my stay at Le Negresco early January 2026 was lovely and I was looking forward to repeat visits (great staff/service, big, beautiful room with comfy bed, breakfast nice with lots of options although the food wasn't amazing)....BUT, I spent several hours in the wet spa and came home with a horrendous bacterial infection (I suspect the hammam/steam room was the culprit as there is absolutely NO other possible cause (especially since I shaved my legs the day before my trip)). This infection spread across both legs and was horrible - super painful and itchy and required multiple doctor visits and intense antibiotics (with bad side effects) to treat. It's a month later and the skin on my legs is still discolored. I'm leaving such a bad review because when I raised the issue with their management, my concern was basically dismissed with an arrogant and negative tone. I will never again frequent this establishment and I highly encourage you to avoid it. They preach the importance of customer experience but completely lack the trust and goodwill required to win customer loyalty. Yet another company who's supposed values amount to just words on a website. I would never in a million years expect a 5* hotel to be so lacking in their attention to hygiene, nor would I expect to be treated or spoken to in such a crappy manner. STAY AWAY!

This is it, this is the standard for hotel service. I have been to hotels around Europe and the world. This was by far the highest level of service I have ever seen in a hotel. This hotel will set the standard. Rooms were perfect, front desk and valet great, maid staff came in twice a day. To understand the level of service they wrap your charger cables in the evening turn around. Honestly the only thing wrong with this hotel was the lack of sleep mode on the T.V. That is it. I can't think of one thing wrong in the three nights we were there. The employees were amazing, they would even apologies for the weather as it rained one day. We ate at Rotunda for dinner and breakfast, fantastic meals. While we were there in off season it did not feel like it given the level of service we experienced every single moment in the hotel. There is no way I would stay anywhere else in Nice. And the location is fantastic.

This was our third visit to Le Negresco, and it could not have gone better. The hotel was beautifully done up for Christmas, as were Nice and the surrounding towns, which made for a festive atmosphere. The entire Negresco staff was friendly and welcoming. In particular, we have to thank Louis for all of his help with setting up this stay and making it a memorable one. He is a true asset to the hotel, and a very nice guy. Also Hayat, who made us very welcome at breakfast - she is a doll and a true professional at her job. And Olivier was so kind to help find medicine for my cold, among other things he assisted us with. And Kevin who always had a smile when he brought us our car. And Lorinne who checked us in and said a warm bonjour each time we crossed her path. I wish I could name all of the other staff who made this trip special. But suffice it to say, you will not regret a stay at Le Negresco. Beautiful hotel, lovely views of the Med, very good food at La Rotunde, and a cozy bar with good snacks and drinks. We've already booked our return stay.

The Negresco is one of the best hotels I have ever visited. Everything—the location, decor, service, and ambiance are exceptional. I stayed for eight days and had to deal with a certain amount of ill health from a chronic illness. But the friendly and dedicated staff made me feel very comfortable, no mater what my health struggles. In fact, every day there was a joy.