From Menton to Cannes: The French Riviera’s Finest Beach Clubs

Stretching along one of the most glamorous coastlines in the world, from the Italian border in Menton to the cinematic shores of Cannes, the French Riviera offers an unrivalled collection of beach clubs. Whether tucked away in hidden coves with turquoise waters, perched beside Belle Époque landmarks, or set on golden sands buzzing with music and champagne, these spots blend Riviera elegance with distinctive character. Here is your curated guide to the very best — where style meets the sea from dawn until long after sunset.

Via Balzi Rossi, 2, 18039 Ventimiglia IM, Italy | +39 0184 227020 | balzirossi.it

Open: Beach 11:00–18:00 / Dinner 19:00–23:00

How to get: By car (valet), yacht (tender), or boat shuttle

For: Families, Couples, Calm luxury seekers

Style: Italian calm luxury, turquoise water, dramatic cliff views

Services: Restaurant, Bar, Cinema open air, private events

Price for sunbed: From €45/day (VIP SUITE €600)

Interesting fact: Family owned, Located next to prehistoric caves

Tip: Come by yacht or boat shuttle, book VIP area

To do: Relax, snorkeling, cinema open air, dinner with live music

Corso Europa 63, 18039 Ventimiglia IM, Italy | +39 0184 195 2203 | twigaworld.com

Open: 11:00–19:00

How to get: By car (valet), yacht (tender), or boat shuttle

For: Party lovers, Couples, VIPs

Style: Chic beach lounge in a hidden cove with natural wood décor

Services: Restaurant, Lounge bar, DJ sets, Private events

Price for sunbed: From €85/day

Interesting fact: Equipped with state-of-the-art Outline audio system

Tip: Book in advance — best arrival by yacht or shuttle

To do: Enjoy seaside lunch, stay for sunset parties and dinner shows

Avenue Princesse Grace, Roquebrune-Cap-Martin | +377 98 06 20 00 | montecarlosbm.com

Open: 21/06–31/08 9:00–20:30, 01/09–28/09 9:00–18:30

How to get: By car (valet, parking) or yacht (pier access)

For: Luxury seekers, Families, Design lovers

Style: Private sandy cove, striped cabanas, Art Deco flair

Services: Private beach, Olympic seawater pool, Restaurants, Spa, Kids’ club, Wi-Fi

Price for sunbed: From €120/day; entrance €65–85; cabanas/tents €200–370; Jacquemus sunbeds €150

Interesting fact: Since 1928, a Riviera icon with its Art Deco pool

Tip: Reserve Jacquemus-branded sunbeds in advance

To do: Swim in the seawater pool, brunch at Le Deck

Plage du Golfe Bleu, Roquebrune-Cap-Martin | +33 4 97 14 81 72 | calapulpo.fr

Open: Dinner & evening: 12:00–16:00 & 19:00–21:30 (weekdays), extended to 23:00 on weekends

How to get: By car or boat (shuttle from Yacht Club)

For: Families, Couples, Bohemian-chic crowd

Style: Wild cove, rocks and wood, relaxed vibe

Services: Restaurant & Bar, DJ sets, Sunbeds, Boat shuttle, Wi-Fi

Price for sunbed: €40/day (second line), €50/day (first line), towel +€10

Interesting fact: Monet painted here, Brel found peace here

Tip: Arrive by boat for a scenic experience

To do: Try Homard Grillé

46 Avenue Winston Churchill, Roquebrune-Cap-Martin | +33 4 12 05 00 90 | loulou-pirate.com

Open: Lunch 12:00–15:30 / Dinner 19:00–23:30

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How to get: By car (valet & parking) or boat (pilot service)

For: Families, Mediterranean cuisine lovers, Live music fans

Style: Sandy terrace over the water, casual-chic décor

Services: Restaurant & Bar, Live music

Price for sunbed: From €85/day

Interesting fact: Revives the legendary “Pirate” spot popular with Brigitte Bardot & Frank Sinatra

Tip: Catch the live-set evenings after dinner

To do: Try famous Pavlova dessert

1551 Route de la Turbie, Roquebrune-Cap-Martin | +33 4 93 37 22 48 | maybourneriviera.com

Open: Beach 10:00–18:00 / Dinner 19:30–22:00

How to get: By car (valet) or yacht (tender service)

For: Glamorous beachgoers, Seafood lovers, DJ brunch fans

Style: Sandy cove with peach sunbeds and relaxed luxury

Services: Private beach, Restaurant, Bar, DJ sets, Kids’ menu, Wi-Fi

Price for sunbed: From €85/day

Interesting fact: Located at the Maybourne Riviera hotel & La Môme group

Tip: Reserve peach loungers early for best views

To do: Enjoy seafood with an aperitif and stay for sunset music

Chemin de la Mala, Cap d’Ail | +33 4 93 78 21 56 | lareserve-mala.com

Open: 11:00–17:00

How to get: By car (valet), by yacht (tender), water taxi

For: Friends, Romantic couples, Nature lovers

Style: Secluded cove with sandy-pebble beach

Services: Boutique, Spa / Massage, Wi‑Fi, Party, Events

Price for sunbed: From €85/day

Interesting fact: Historic beach club since 1961, often visited by yachts

Tip: Book early, especially for boat access or sunset dining

To do: Swim, relax, enjoy gourmet seafood meals

Eze bord de mer | +33 4 93 01 09 12 | laspiaggiaeze.com

Open: 11:00–17:00

How to get: By car (valet parking) or boat

For: Seafood lovers, Romantic dinners, Pasta lovers

Style: Cozy beachside Italian restaurant

Services: Restaurant, Bar, Wi-Fi

Price for sunbed: From €25 (half day) / €45 (full day)

Interesting fact: Family-run restaurant known for fresh seafood

Tip: Be sure to book your sunbed in advance, try paddle board and water sports

To do: Relax on sunbeds, try the grilled sea bass and pasta

Plage de la Petite Afrique, Beaulieu-sur-Mer | +33 4 93 01 11 00 | baiabella.com

Open: Beach 10:00–19:00 / Lunch 12:00–17:00 / Dinner 19:00–22:30

How to get: By car (valet or parking) or boat (tender)

For: Families, groups of friends, couples, nature lovers

Style: Eco-friendly, family-oriented, relaxed atmosphere

Services: Children’s play area, Wi-Fi, private events

Price for sunbed: From €20 (half‑day) / €25 (full‑day)

Interesting fact: Achieved carbon neutrality, awarded the “Clef Verte” eco-label

Tip: Book your sunbed in advance, try paddle board and water sports

To do: Enjoy romantic dinner by the sea, try local fish dishes

Avenue Fernand Dunan, Beaulieu-sur-Mer | +33 4 93 54 07 89 | anaoplage.fr

Open: 10:00–19:00

How to get: By car (valet or parking) or boat (tender)

For: Families, Couples, groups of friends

Style: Sandy-pebble beach in a quiet lagoon

Services: Boutique, Wi-Fi, Watersports

Price for sunbed: From €60/day

Interesting fact: Friends-run beach, also owner of Circe restaurant

Tip: Book sunbeds in advance for weekends

To do: Enjoy seaside dining and party-friendly atmosphere

Chemin de Passable, Saint‑Jean‑Cap‑Ferrat | +33 4 93 76 06 17 | plage-de-passable.fr

Open: Daily from 10:00–18:00

How to get there: By car (parking, valet) or by boat (tender service)

For: Families, couples, relaxation seekers

Style: Sandy and pebbly beach in a sheltered cove with stunning views over the bay of Villefranche-sur-Mer

Services: Boutique, showers, watersports

Price for sunbed: From €55 (3rd row+) / €70 (2nd row) / €100 (1st row, towel incl.)

Interesting fact: One of the largest private beaches in Saint‑Jean‑Cap‑Ferrat, family-run for generations, with beach parties every Thursday

Tip: Book your sunbeds early, especially in high season

To do: Enjoy dinner at sunset or sip a cocktail at Lulu’s Bar, the new elevated lounge offering panoramic views, open until 20:00

Eze bord de mer | +33 6 07 38 43 85 | anjuna-beach.com

Open: Beach 10:00–19:00 / Lunch 12:00–17:00 / Dinner 19:00–22:30

How to get: By car (parking, valet), boat (tender)

For: Families, Bohemian crowd, Wellness seekers

Style: Relaxed sandy beach with a wellness vibe

Services: Yoga classes, Massage services, Wi-Fi

Price for sunbed: From €85/day

Interesting fact: Inspired by Goa’s legendary beach, best Sunday party

Tip: Book your sunbed in advance, join the morning yoga sessions

To do: Book a table for weekend parties

Promenade des Marinières, Port de la Darse, Villefranche‑sur‑Mer | +33 4 83 93 89 13 | casasoleia.com

Open: 10:00–19:00

How to get: By car (parking, weekend valet), boat access

For: Families, Food lovers, Relaxation seekers

Style: Sandy-pebble beach and bohemian elegance

Services: Sea view restaurant, Wi-Fi, Events

Price for sunbed: From €50 (2nd–3rd row) / €60 (1st row)

Interesting fact: New beach in Villefranche of local owner

Tip: Reserve sunbeds early on weekends; try the prawns and grilled fish

To do: Relax, dine on fresh seafood, enjoy the sunset

37 Promenade des Anglais, Nice | +33 4 93 16 64 08 | lenegresco.com/la-plage

Open: 11:00–17:00

How to get: By car (parking or valet of the Negresco Hotel)

For: Luxury travelers, Art lovers, Families

Style: Elegant pebble beach with classic French Riviera charm

Services: Restaurant, Bar, Spa access, Sunbeds, Wi-Fi, Showers

Price for sunbed: From €120/day

Interesting fact: Part of the iconic Belle Époque Negresco Hotel

Tip: Combine beach day with a spa treatment

To do: Relax in style and enjoy Mediterranean dining by the sea

1035 Chemin de la Garoupe, Cap d’Antibes | +33 4 93 61 33 74 | plagekeller.com

Open: 9:00–23:00

How to get: By car, on foot, or by boat (private pontoon available)

For: Locals, Relaxation seekers, Food lovers

Style: Sandy beach with refined yet casual French Riviera charm

Services: Restaurant, Bar, Sunbeds, Showers, Changing rooms, Wi-Fi

Price for sunbed: From €30

Interesting fact: Family-run since 1931, one of the most iconic beaches on Cap d’Antibes

Tip: Try the chef’s fresh seafood catch at Le César restaurant

To do: Relax on a sunbed, enjoy fine dining with a panoramic sea view

51 Boulevard de la Croisette, Cannes | +33 4 93 38 22 00 | lamomeplage.com

Open: 10:00–01:00

How to get: By car (valet), by boat

For: Trendsetters, Food lovers, Beach party fans

Style: Sand & pier, La Dolce Vita Spirit

Services: Watersports, Wi-Fi

Price for sunbed: From €40

Interesting fact: Famous group “La Môme”: restaurants in Monaco and Cannes

Tip: Reserve sunbeds early, book table in advance for fireworks

To do: Enjoy signature cocktails, sushi dinners, live DJ sets and sunset brunches

Boulevard de la Croisette, Cannes | +33 4 93 39 73 79 | annexbeach.com

Open: 10:00–02:30

How to get: By car, taxi boat, or on foot

For: Luxury travelers, Families, Entertainment lovers

Style: Stylish sandy beach with glamorous décor and evening vibe

Services: Restaurant, Bar, Sunbeds, Watersports, Wi-Fi, Live shows

Price for sunbed: From ≈ €50

Interesting fact: Designed in collaboration with Roberto Cavalli, with dinner shows and DJ sets

Tip: Reserve front-row beds in advance during high season

To do: Lounge in style, enjoy Italian cuisine, join evening events

Boulevard de la Croisette, Cannes | +33 4 93 39 37 00 | luciarestaurants.com/cannes

Open: 10:30–18:00

How to get: By car (valet) or by boat

For: Food lovers, Couples, Relaxation seekers

Style: Colorful sandy beach with Mediterranean flair

Services: Restaurant, Bar, Wi-Fi, Evening tapas

Price for sunbed: From €75–€95

Interesting fact: Part of Nikki Beach Hospitality Group, known for “Cuisine du Soleil”

Tip: Try the grilled octopus or citrus sea bass carpaccio

To do: Tapas by the sea, enjoy sunset cocktails, watch evening fireworks

58 Boulevard de la Croisette, Cannes | +33 4 93 06 67 25 | carltonbeachclub.com

Open: 11:00–17:00

How to get: By car (valet) or on foot from central Cannes

For: Luxury travelers, Event attendees, Couples

Style: Classic sandy beach with 1950s Riviera elegance

Services: Restaurant, Bar, Sunbeds, Spa, Wi-Fi, Watersports

Price for sunbed: –

Interesting fact: Part of the historic InterContinental Carlton Cannes hotel

Tip: Reserve early during festival season for pontoon access

To do: Dine by the sea, attend beachside events, enjoy sunbathing in style

107 Quai des États-Unis, Nice | +33 4 92 00 46 84 | plagenicebeaurivage.com

Open: 09:00–19:00

How to get: By car, tram, or on foot from Nice center

For: Tourists, Families, Wellness lovers

Style: Pebble and sandy beach with relaxed lounge vibe

Services: Restaurant, Bar, Sunbeds, Showers, Spa treatments, Wi-Fi

Price for sunbed: From €35/day

Interesting fact: One of the oldest private beaches in Nice, open year-round

Tip: Book in advance for sunbeds and spa services

To do: Relax by the sea, enjoy beachside dining and sunset lounge events

From the quiet, cliffside retreats of Menton to the glamorous sands of Cannes, each stop along the Riviera offers its own rhythm, flavour, and view of the Mediterranean dream. Whether your heart leans towards barefoot lunches by the water, champagne-fuelled sunset parties, or private pavilions shaded from curious eyes, the journey itself is as memorable as the destinations. Here, every tide brings a new chapter — and every visit leaves a trace of Riviera magic you’ll want to return to.