Staybridge Suites - Cannes Centre by IHG

The six categories include studios and suites, accommodating two or four people. Each unit has a kitchenette and a private bathroom; air conditioning, soundproofing and a coffee machine are also among the shared amenities. Bedding varies by category: a large double bed, twin beds or a sofa bed paired with a large double bed.

The 19 m² studios offer city views, while other categories have a balcony or terrace with garden views. The suite with a sofa bed measures 30 m², and the one-bedroom suite, the largest, is 41 m². Kitchenettes vary in equipment: some include a dishwasher, and all allow you to prepare meals. The balcony categories suit travellers who want a private outdoor space; the suites accommodating four people add an extra bed for families or small groups.

The 24-hour reception makes arrivals at different times of day easier. Luggage storage is available, and both check-in and check-out can be done privately. The hotel also has a mini-market, a shared lounge with a TV, and vending machines for drinks and snacks. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.

A buffet breakfast is served in the morning, and food and drink services include a café, a bar, wine and champagne. Guests have access to private indoor parking, by reservation and at an additional cost, as well as an electric vehicle charging point. The hotel has a garden and a terrace, a gym and facilities for guests with reduced mobility. Laundry services and daily housekeeping are also available. Pets are welcome, with a possible supplement; pet bowls are provided.

Cannes stretches between the hills and the Mediterranean, along the coast of the Alpes-Maritimes. The centre combines shopping streets, old façades and seafront promenades; visitors can enjoy swimming, cinema, heritage and markets. The Croisette, lined with palm trees and hotels, overlooks the beaches and yachts. Heading up towards Le Suquet, the historic district retains its sloping lanes and views over the bay. This variety lets you explore the city on foot without limiting your stay to the beaches.

The Palais des Festivals et des Congrès hosts the Cannes Film Festival and numerous events throughout the year. Marché Forville brings together local producers and regional specialities, while the Musée des explorations du monde occupies the former castle on the heights of Le Suquet. Cannes railway station connects the city with other stops along the French Riviera; the central beaches are easy to reach from the shopping streets. For a trip out to sea, the Lérins Islands offer trails, coves and Mediterranean scenery. You can take a boat to Île Sainte-Marguerite and its historic fort.

Spring and autumn are well suited to city walks and coastal excursions, with generally milder temperatures than in high summer. In July and August, the days are ideal for swimming and boat trips, but the seafront is very busy. You could start the day at the market, explore Le Suquet and finish on the beach at sunset. Out of season, the museums, cultural events and walks along the Croisette remain appealing.