Grand Hotel Du Cap-Ferrat
Hotel Overview
Come and discover the meaning of luxury and ultimate refinement: somptuous
symhonies of gentle colors and soft lighting, impressive, awe inspiring
dimensions and subtility in every detail , object, fresco. One is caught in a
whirlwind of visual sensations. Welcome to paradise. Welcome to the Grand Hotel.
They promise you a memorable stay.
The Grand Hotel du Cap Ferrat represents the very essence of
exclusivity. Come to the Grand Hotel nestled peacefully on the tip of the Cap
Ferrat peninsula, to dream and admire beauty, where a perfect holiday will be
assured. Set by the shade of pine trees, dominating the sea, in aprivate
park at the very end of the coast and brimming with a myriad of glorious
flowers, the hotel is a true paradise.
HistoryAt the beginning of the 20th century, King Leopold II of belgium described
"the areas of the Alpes Maritimes as aparadise on earth."bathed
in the magical light of the French Riviera,Cap-Ferrat remains both as
fascinating and beautiful today as it was then.
It was at the heart of this peacful paradise of natiral beauty that the
"Compagnie Hoteliere des Centres de Tourisme Automobile"chose to build
the elegant Grand Hotel du Cap-Ferrat. From the openintg of its doors in February
1908 the hotel welcomed the aristocratic clientele during the mild winter
season.
From the beginning, the Grand Hotel du Cap Ferrat attracted the international
elite who wintered on the French Riviera, princes and dukes of the Russian
imperial family, the European royal houses, lords and barons from England the
great entrepreneurs of finance and industry, glittering literary and artistic
celebrities.
The procession of the great, rich and famous continued. Regular guests included
Presidents, like Paul Deschanel and Titulesco, Princess Louise the duchess of
Argyll, Queen Victoria's daughter, who remained a faithful guest for many seasons
and was often visited by her brother the duke of Connaught who lived for twenty
years on Cap Ferrat. The sublime atmosphere of beauty and peace attracted many
well-known artists as Charles Boyer, Jacques Thibaut, Alfred Cortot and
Marguerite Long.
Location
The Grand Hotel du Cap-Ferrat is situated between Nice and Monaco,
surrounded by a private parc of 15 acres, on the tip of Cap-Ferrat peninsula,
facing the Mediterranean.
- The Grand hotel's location is perfect for discovering the main attractions
of the French Riviera.
- From the hotel, a footpath will take you on a 45 minutes walk around
beautiful Cap-Ferrat
- Villa Kerylos a Grecian villa in Beaulieu Cap-Ferrat zoological
Garden.
- Hill top medieval villages such as Eze and Saint Paul de Vence. Coastal
villages, such as Saint Jean cap Ferrat, Beaulieu and Villefranche-sur-Mer.
- The Principality of Monaco with oit's old town, the palace, Casino and
botanical gardens.
Food & Beverages
The gourmet restaurant "Le Cap", in great gastronomic
tradition, features dishes of extraordinary flavours. The chef's creations are
inventive, he uses the best ingredients and is influenced by the "Provence
region".
- Breakfast 07:00am to 11:00am
- Lunch 12:30pm to 02:00pm
- Light Snack 02:00pm to 07:30pm
- Dinner 07:30 pm to 10:00pm
The restaurant at the "Club Dauphin"
In the quit and relaxing atmosphere ofr the pool side Club Dauphin, you may
appreciate the breathtaking view.
The bar and the restaurant of the Club offer Mediterranean style cuisine in a
casual ambiance next to the mirror-like sea facing swimming pool. Wedding and
Gala dinners, up to 150 people, can be arranged exclusively in this idyllic
setting.
- Bar 10:00am to 07:00am
- Snack 03:00pm to 06:00pm
- Lunch 12:30 pm to 03:00pm
BarĀ Somerset Maucham
All year round the piano bar welcomes you in a warm ambiance. Discover
delicious cocktails and the 13 references of its cigar cave.
Enjoy as well beautiful summer evenings on the terraces of the bar along with
the pianist.