Whether you’re drawn to the glamour of Saint-Tropez, the calm of Mougins, or the lavender-scented hills around Aix-en-Provence, the right hotel can transform your French Riviera vacation into something unforgettable.
When picking the best new hotels on the French Riviera, we looked at polished icons and under-the-radar gems. We selected the kind of places where design isn’t just pretty but considered, where service feels personal, and where location drops you right into the soul of a destination. We selected hotels with a genuine commitment to the environment, local culture, and community.
We update this list of the best new hotels on the French Riviera regularly as new openings shake things up and old properties evolve. And while you check them all out, don’t forget about booking your flight, or organizing tours and excursions on Viator.
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1Le Mas Candille – Hôtel, Restaurants & Spa, Mougins
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Le Mas Candille has reopened in Mougins after a two-and-a-half-year transformation, reimagined by designer Hugo Toro under the direction of Jean-Philippe Cartier. This beloved Provençal estate blends timeless Riviera charm with contemporary elegance. Interiors feature custom-crafted furnishings, soft sun-washed tones, and a subtle Californian influence. Highlights include a serene Clarins spa, a sleek 25-meter indoor-outdoor pool, and refined dining at La Table des Pins. Set amid lush gardens just minutes from Cannes, Le Mas Candille is a quietly luxurious retreat on the Côte d’Azur.
Alternatively, book Le Mas Candille – Hôtel, Restaurants & Spa via
Expedia or see what others think on TripAdvisor.
Official Website. Photos © Le Mas Candille – Hôtel, Restaurants & Spa
2Hôtel du Couvent, Nice
It took a decade of restoration to elevate Hôtel du Couvent into a masterpiece of design. Originally a 17th-century convent, it has been transformed into a luxury retreat, an 88-room hotel that perfectly marries historic charm with modern comforts. Its interiors feature original terracotta floors, ochre-tinted walls, and marble bathrooms, as well as lush terraced gardens designed by landscape architect Tom Stuart-Smith. Through its monastic architecture and sophisticated, minimalist décor, Hôtel du Couvent exudes tranquility and contemporary design. The hotel has a 20-meter lap pool overlooking the Mediterranean and a Roman-inspired spa. The cuisine is a highlight, too, with an on-site bakery, farm-to-table dining, and even an herbalist shop.
Alternatively, book Hôtel du Couvent, a Luxury Collection Hotel via
Marriott International | Booking.com | Tablet Hotels or check TripAdvisor.
Official Website. Photos (including main shot at the top of the article) © Marriott International
3Arev St Tropez, Saint-Tropez
“[…] At AREV everything is almost as fabulous as our guests. Be swept away by the pristine beauty of the surroundings, then step inside for a world beyond imagination.”
— Arev St Tropez
Tucked into lush, sculpted gardens only minutes from the buzz of Place des Lices, AREV Saint‑Tropez is a 43-room retreat that brings a fresh and playful spirit to the Riviera.
Designed by Madrid-based Luis Bustamante, the hotel channels vintage Saint-Tropez glamour with bold colors, clean lines, and nautical flair. At its heart is the Strand Restaurant—originally the oldest dining establishment in the village—reimagined into a Champagne lounge. The garden-framed spa, padel court, and vibrant pool scene round out the stay.
See what others think about Arev St Tropez on TripAdvisor.
Official Website. Photos © Arev St Tropez
4Auberge La Coste, Aix-en-Provence
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Auberge La Coste opened in spring 2024 as a refined retreat on the grounds of Château La Coste, the celebrated 200-hectare estate just outside Aix-en-Provence. Designed as a contemporary take on a Provençal village inn, the Auberge is where art, architecture, and wine converge to create a warm, polished, and quietly luxurious experience. The 76-room hotel is built from locally sourced stone and timber, its interiors softened by natural light, earthy textures, and a serene, sun-washed palette. Terraces overlook biodynamic vineyards and sculpture-dotted hills, while jasmine perfumes the air around convivial gathering spots like La Rôtisserie, offering seasonal wood-fired fare, and Le Bar, ideal for lingering aperitifs. Auberge La Coste is understated and artfully immersive, and an authentic Provence reimagined.
Alternatively, book Auberge La Coste, Aix-en-Provence via
Hotels.com | Mr & Mrs Smith or see what others think on TripAdvisor.
Official Website. Photos © Auberge La Coste
5Château de Théoule, Théoule-sur-Mer
Château de Théoule is a Riviera retreat where history, elegance, and seaside serenity blend into an experience of intimate escape with timeless allure.
Château de Théoule is where French Riviera glamour meets a deep sense of place. Tucked between the red cliffs of the Esterel and the bay of Cannes, this 17th-century château—once a soap factory, then a private residence—has been meticulously reimagined over a three-year restoration.
Its 44 rooms and suites are spread across the main castle, a Villa Art Déco, and a cliffside Fishermen’s House, each space infused with character through silk-paneled walls, preserved woodwork, and a sun-drenched palette drawn from the surrounding Mediterranean landscape. Guests unwind between the private beach, outdoor pool, spa, and rooftop bar or savor refined cuisine at Mareluna, the hotel’s signature restaurant.
Alternatively, book Château de Théoule via
Expedia or see what others think on TripAdvisor.
Official Website. Photos © Château de Théoule
6Hotel Les Roches – Relais & Châteaux, Côte d’Azur, France
Perched above the sea in Le Lavandou, the five-star Hotel Les Roches is the sister property—and its summer counterpart—to Les Barmes de l’Ours in Val d’Isère. Once a glamorous 1930s icon known as “Roches Fleuries” and frequented by legends such as Churchill and Dior, the Hotel Les Roches has been refurbished under the direction of architect Jean-Baptiste Pietri, featuring noble wood, terrazzo, and rough stone. The 40-room retreat (33 rooms and 7 suites) faces the Mediterranean, evoking the feel of a luxury yacht. Michelin-starred chef Antoine Gras leads the refined Mediterranean cuisine at L’Oursin; for rooftop dinners in a convivial atmosphere, head to the “Lobster on the Roof.” Two swimming pools, a serene spa, and a panoramic setting complete this elegant Riviera escape.
Official Website. Opening June 2025. Images © Hotel Les Roches – Relais & Châteaux
7Nordelaia, Beaulieu-sur-Mer, France
The southern French village of Beaulieu-sur-Mer is home to Nordelaia, a 33-room hotel situated in a 1960s-era seafront building that has been transformed into a minimalist hotel. The creatives from Yakusha Studio weave a sense of calm into the interiors through muted color palettes, soft edges, and an emphasis on using natural and local materials. Trees and greenery add a softness to the original 60s Brutalist architecture—a nod to its location in a nature reserve area. Nordelaia overlooks the village’s harbor, and a rooftop terrace (the only one in Beaulieu) affords lovely views over the Mediterranean Sea. The hotel facilities also include an al fresco space for tapas-style dining and an outdoor pool area and gym.
Official Website. Opening Autumn 2025. Images © Nordelaia
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