La Réserve de Beaulieu

This hotel is exquisite in many ways. Ideal in size, never noisy. The staff are everywhere and almost glide effortlessly anticipating every need you might have. The decor is very elegant, modern, with a few antique pieces placed around the hotel. Our room was a lovely size, on the first floor looking into the courtyard and at the sea. Bathroom had a proper shower. There is a lovely sea water pool to spend the day around, recuperating and reading - lunch is top notch. One evening we went to their restaurant - which deserves a different review but suffice it to say was excellent. The only thing we found disappointing was the gym - which is too small and in the basement, so pretty claustrophobic. Otherwise - magnifique!

We had lunch at the poolside restaurant. Absolutely wonderful, relaxing, and very attentive friendly staff whose recommendations for wine and menu choices helped to lift our meal to the next level. Beautiful views, it is a restful seaside idyll.

My stay at the hotel truly exceeded expectations. The room was very comfortable, with beautiful views, and the overall atmosphere of the property was excellent. I especially enjoyed the town of Beaulieu-sur-Mer – it’s such a charming and cute place, perfect for a relaxing getaway.

We stayed in the Garden Suite, which is located to the side of the hotel entrance, and approached by its own path lined with cycads and flowers. The garden suite has a private terrace at the front with a table and two chairs, shielded by a hedge for privacy. The ground floor has a large grey sofa, red armchair, coffee tables, lamps, and minibar. The bedroom is upstairs, which leads to a large bathroom/dressing room. The bedroom has a small balcony looking onto the terrace and garden. Both the ground floor and bedroom have televisions. The garden suite has ample space, elegant furnishings, and a quiet location. The bed is extremely comfortable, with high quality bedlinen, and the bathroom is well stocked with towels and toiletries and has two wash basins. We used the hotel spa and outdoor pool each day. The pool was a perfect temperature, and a good size, with amazing views to the cliffs around Beaulieu sur mer. The spa has a number of treatment rooms leading to a small hammam, the gym, and a hot tub. The public spaces in the hotel are delightful - a very relaxing and attractive lounge area leading to a well-planted courtyard garden. Service at La Residence was absolutely superb. The hotel is well staffed and everyone we met was helpful, friendly, professional, and a pleasure to meet. Overall, we enjoyed our stay hugely and La Residence is a faultless hotel.

I had high expectations for this much acclaimed hotel (Michael Winner's favourite) and it certainly lived up to its reputation. My first impression was that this cosy little hotel was like a rich man's grand mansion, both homely and luxurious. Service was outstanding: doorman opened my car door and helped with luggage, receptionists welcoming, concierge most friendly and efficient, maitre'd charming. This hotel offers professional first class service in every aspect. My room on the top floor though compact has a balcony with great sea view, nice bathroom with tub and separate walk-in shower. Absolutely peaceful and quiet at night for a good sleep, though the mattress a bit firm for me. The outdoor seawater swimming pool was huge and well heated, allowing me to do lengths even in the winter season. The spa was small and functional, and I found it rather embarrasing to walk through the gym in bathrobe to get to the jacuzzi. Dinner in the 2-michelin star Restaurant de Rois was a fantastic experience -- beautiful decor, attentive service and haute cuisine of top quality. The 4 course set menu cost about £100 per person and it was worth every penny!