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.



History

At 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.