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Where to stay - CANNES
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"Blue skies and yacht-dotted seas form Tiara Yaktsa’s iconic Riviera backdrop, but inside its rosewater-perfumed halls, there’s an earthy Moroccan theme, captured in forged metal, carved wood and terracotta tiles. The gems in this tiara are the gorgeous gardens, the elegant restaurant, and staff who’ll welcome you like family."  [Mr and Mrs Smith]
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The old grande dame in Cannes, recently refurbished. The InterContinental Carlton Cannes hotel is situated in the centre of La Croisette, with a sweeping [beach] view of the Mediterranean Sea.
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"Located in Cannes [on the beach], Palais Stephanie’s modernist charm and Mediterranean views make it a vacation hotspot for film buffs and sun-seekers alike."  [Kiwi Collection]
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"Perched on the edge of charming Mougins and mere minutes from Cannes, this romantic French boutique hotel is the perfect base for exploring the sparkling Côte d’Azur. A banquet of sumptuous fabrics, rustic antiques and tapestries, against a dramatic backdrop of mediaeval-effect stone walls and arches, Les Rosées is a feast of VIP vintage luxury for guests to gorge on."  [Mr and Mrs Smith]
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33 4 92 28 43 43
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Bazaar's spa pick for the French Riviera, set in an olive grove just 20 minutes outside Cannes in Mougins. The magazine says that it has a Shiseido spa worth visiting for its calm atmosphere and dreamy views across the Mougins valley to the Pre-Alps." Two night spa packages start at 1,120 Euro a person B&B.
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33 4 9298 7300
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This 1930s Art Deco classic has been "tastefully" renovated, says the FT. Great penthouse suites with views. The hotel's restaurant has two Michelin stars. La Palme d'Or restaurant excels in haute cuisine for the haute monde." [Elle Decor]
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The FT comments about Hôtel Majestic Barrière, "A hotel that has preserved its elegant 1920s charm without growing old."
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33 4 9299 7200
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Over-the-top "design" interior, but it might be for you, depending on your mood. Check out the web site.
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33 4 9361 3901
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Best hotel on the Côte d’Azur. Luxury to the "nth" degree. Located in Antibes. Old world bling. Expensive but well worth it.
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33 4 9298 7300
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Hip beachfront restaurant of the Hotel Martinez.  An FT pick for Cannes.
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33 4 93 75 78 24
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The FT says that a portion of your trip should be "set aside to pay homage" to this two-starred Michelin restaurant, located 10 minutes from the center of Cannes.  Elle Decor also raved about it.
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33 4 93 39 22 56
Elle Decor describes it as a "Cannes institution known for its thin-crust pizzas and its crowds."
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33 4 9339 0001
Popular Italian restaurant in happening neighborhood.
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33 4 93 01 13 13
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Tatler says the secret place to be during the craziness of Cannes is the terrace gastronomique of this hotel in Cap Ferrat. Among the dishes by Georges Pelissier that it cites are golden brown Aquitaine caviar (the new thing in sturgeon), crayfish and scallop blanquette with star anise scented rice, and magnificent spit-roast, milk-fed lamb from Aveyron. Dinner from $270 per person.
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33 4 9343 0343
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Trendy, late-night restaurant in Cannes.
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33 4 9339 1310
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The FT writes, "The talk-of-the-town canteen is Mantel where Noël Mantel offers a deceptively simple take on local produce in a cool and slightly mysterious space."
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33 4 9394 0061
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A staple in Cannes. Very good food, nice views of the sea.
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33 4 9339 6221
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Charming, tiny restaurant serving very good food in Cannes.
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33 4 9394 2315
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Good spot for lunch on the beach.
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33 4 9338 2041
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Well-designed, relaxing place to have tea and a sandwich in a cozy setting. Friendly hostess.



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