Private beaches Cannes
Beaches near of Cannes
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If there is one French city whose name is easily remembered, it is Cannes. Located in the Alpes-Maritimes department, on the Côte d'Azur, it is known worldwide as the capital of the 7th art. The vast majority of movie stars (if not all) have already set foot there to climb the steps of the famous Cannes Film Festival. Apart from this event whose reputation is well established, it is also a privileged destination for tourism thanks to its history and heritage including its beaches, of course. They offer more than 7 kilometers of fine sand where you can bask on the sunbeds to enjoy the long sunny days.
Discover the best private beaches in Cannes
To live a privileged moment and a unique experience at the edge of the water, nothing beats the private beaches that are the promise of a real lazy day, out of sight and in a comfortable setting. The Cannes coast has several of them, here are the key venues:
La Môme Beach
Located on the Boulevard de la Croisette, a few meters from the Palais des Festivals, La Mome Beach offers you everything you need to enjoy the joys of the beach: comfortable deckchairs and umbrellas facing the Big Blue, a completely private pontoon and the tranquility you will have trouble finding elsewhere. For the little hollows between two baths, no need to move. Their beach restaurant offers refined cuisine with a Mediterranean accent to enjoy in a setting with a glamorous retro décor that plunges you into the roaring twenties of the Côte d'Azur. Some holidaymakers go there just to admire the famous shots of photographer Slim Aarons, omnipresent in the decoration.
Waikiki Beach
If you're looking for a rather simple setting, but one that's still comfortable, head to Waikiki Beach. Located in the heart of Cannes, this private beach with a beautiful terrace by the water invites you to a tête-à-tête with the Mediterranean Sea around a fresh and colorful Mediterranean cuisine. For the desires of sun, fine sand and swimming, go to their cozy deckchairs installed 2 meters from the water. On the spot, the relaxing day on the beach often ends with music to the sound of the Waikiki Beach DJ's turntables as soon as the sun goes down.
Martinez Hotel Beach
Located along the Boulevard de la Croisette, La Plage du Martinez is a relaxing place in the heart of the city, a must to rest after hours of shopping in the shops. This private beach welcomes you from early morning to sunset in its restaurant with terrace open to the sea, furnished in a sophisticated décor. It also has a relaxation area and a pontoon where soft deckchairs await you to fully enjoy the sun of the Côte d'Azur and the beautiful turquoise sea right before your eyes. Enjoy this special moment around one of their unique cocktails and their original cuisine. If you are with your family, know that the Martinez Beach organizes a brunch on the weekend, ideal to meet in a friendly and joyful atmosphere.
La Guérite
La Guérite is a large private beach that sits on the rocky cove of Île Sainte-Marguerite near Cannes. It extends over a surface of 1000m2 (including the 400m2 of which dedicated to the beach), without interruption, making it the ideal place to relax in peace and carefree. On the premises, you will have no risk of being invaded by the towels and beach accessories of the neighbors since there is simply enough room on the sand. As for the restaurant and lounge, the chef offers a southern and fresh cuisine cooked in the oven, embers or barbecue to make you live a unique culinary experience. The dishes are to be enjoyed at the table on their terrace or at the edge of the water on the deckchairs, with a breathtaking view of the entire bay of Cannes.
This corner of paradise with bohemian chic décor has the advantage of being privatizable, perfect for organizing private or professional events.
The other emblematic beaches of Cannes:
- Long Beach: Since 1986, this private beach with restaurant located in the center of the Croisette is part of the good plans in Cannes to eat in a chic vintage setting with a panoramic view of the bay. We also come to relax in a natural setting, comfortably installed on the deckchairs.
- Ondine Beach: Still in the middle of the Croisette, you will find Ondine Plage, an enchanting place renowned for the quality of their service. It is a good address to be pampered, because the beachgoers are at the care of the holidaymakers.
- Miramar Beach: This private beach on the Croisette is a real bubble of well-being. On the premises, everything agrees to make you live a unique experience on the beach: an exotic setting, a friendly atmosphere and a world cuisine to enjoy on the comfortable deckchairs. The fun continues in the evening with an "after beach" punctuated by the sounds of live bands and resident DJs.
- Le Cabanon: To go from a refined setting to a simpler one, think of this private beach located on the Boulevard du Midi Louise Moreau. This place isolated from the noise of the city is the perfect landmark for a lunch with your feet in the golden sand or for a lazy day.
- Annex Beach: Located along the Boulevard de la Croisette, Annex Beach is one of the most glamorous and sunniest beaches in Cannes, where you will find the largest number of deckchairs (130) to fully enjoy your day..
- O’Key Beach: This private beach on Boulevard Jean Hibert is worth a visit for its peaceful beach, as well as its pontoon and clear waters, favorable to swimming. Its restaurant is simple, but the cuisine and cocktails are delicious and refreshing.
- L’Alba: To enjoy the pleasures of simple things like sunbathing, swimming and a good nap by the sea in a simple place, treat yourself to a beach day at L'Alba, a private beach located on Boulevard Jean Hubert.
Did a private beach catch your eye? Be aware that on MySunbed you can book a private beach in Cannes in just a few clicks. To do this, choose the city of Cannes from our categories, make your beach selection and book one or more deckchairs on the line you want. No more headaches, you receive your reservation directly by email and just have to go enjoy your private beach day on D-Day!
Discover the best private beaches near Cannes
Cannes is not the only city on the Côte d'Azur to have private beaches where you can spend special moments with family or friends. Its neighboring towns also contain exceptional and comfortable beaches. Do we tell you more?
La Plage (Mandelieu-la-Napoule)
La Plage in Mandelieu knows absolutely all the recipes to bring to your holiday the lazy touch they need. Located on a white sand beach facing the Lérins Islands, it has a restaurant and a lounge bar where you can enjoy a moment of respite between two dives. Their chef invites you to taste his refined cuisine in the colors of the French Riviera, with a slight Asian touch. It also has a relaxation area equipped with deckchairs with foam mattresses and large beds located close to the water. These facilities invite you to discover the quintessence of well-being, a cocktail in hand. Do not leave the place without having admired the beautiful sunset that La Plage offers you.
Le Lagon Mandelieu (Mandelieu-la-Napoule)
Located 10 minutes from Cannes (if you travel by car), Le Lagon is a paradise between heaven and earth that stands out for its environment. This property takes on the air of a beach, but in reality, it is a huge private pool with crystal clear water with a large exotic wooden terrace that serves as its beach. Bordered by a large green garden, this atypical décor makes it a modern and unique place of its kind. Go through the door of the Lagoon if you want to relax at the water's edge, without having to go to the beach. You will find everything you need to spend a beautiful day: deckchairs and four-poster beds, world cuisine with Asian and American inspirations, good background music... In addition, on evenings and weekends, the temperature on the premises rises a notch when the space turns into a dance floor!
Effet Mer (Juan-les-Pins)
Located along the Boulevard Charles Guillaumont in Juan-les-Pins on a golden sandy beach, the Effet Mer is an essential address to satisfy dreams of escape. The beach restaurant welcomes you in a Balinese-inspired décor with bright tones, punctuated by handmade decorative objects such as straw hats and wicker pendant lamps. The atmosphere is intimate and relaxed, ideal for meeting with family or friends. It also serves the best dishes with a Mediterranean influence and an Asian touch, enough to delight gourmets. They are to be enjoyed against a background of trendy music in the restaurant or on the deckchairs at the beach, the Lérins Islands and the Esterel massif as a horizon.
What to do in Cannes?
Apart from attending the Cannes Film Festival, admiring luxury cars and enjoying the paradisiacal beaches, Cannes has more modest activities in store for you, suitable for everyone, to never get bored during your summer holidays!
Take a boat to the Lérins Islands
Spending a stay in Cannes without discovering the Lérins Islands is simply unimaginable. These places contain many treasures including 16 centuries of religious, cultural and historical heritage. If we mention only the Royal Fort, the pellet ovens, the Cistercian Monastery and 7 different chapels, etc. The surrounding nature is also part of their heritage. Do not miss a walk on these islands to discover the beauty of their fauna and flora. From Cannes to the Lérins Islands, the journey takes only 15 minutes.
Go shopping !
- The Forville market to buy local products:
Cannes also rhymes with shopping and the Forville market is the first place to visit if you want to stock up on local products and discover the typical dishes of the region. It is located in a large hall in the heart of the city. High in scents of thyme, verbena or basil, you will easily spot it.
- Shops on Rue d'Antibes:
For shopping lovers, the rue d'Antibes perfectly meets your desires for coquetry. You will find the most famous brands where you can buy ready-to-wear, jewelry, branded perfumes or works of art if you take a parallel to the Croisette, enough to heat up your credit cards!
Party time!
Cannes is that city on the French Riviera that never sleeps. It has a very busy event calendar including the festival Les Plages Electroniques which is one of the most anticipated. These "beach parties" bring together once a year, at the foot of the Palais des Festivals, the stars of electronic and urban music. On the program: good sound, the beach and a crowd ready to sway on 40,000 m2 of dancefloor. In short, all the ingredients are there to party! If you like to dance, be sure to participate. Otherwise, let yourself be tempted by the many bars and discos of Cannes: the Chrystie, the Baoli, the Medusa, the Chat Noir or the Bisous Bisous above Casino Barrière!
The emblematic places of Cannes
La Croisette
The Boulevard de la Croisette is inseparable from the Cannes identity. This neighborhood is very popular for its long 3 km promenade, lined with palm trees and pine trees that make you feel like you are in Miami. It also has other attractions in store for you, including parks for children, many luxury brands, large hotels and palaces as well as the unmissable Chemin des Étoiles “Walk of Stars” where you can discover the footprints of the great movie stars.
Le Palais des Festivals
Admiring the Palais des Festivals and its mythical steps is simply a matter of course once you arrive in Cannes. Apart from the Cannes Film Festival that it has hosted every year for a long time, you can practice climbing the steps to walk in the footsteps of your favorite stars!
Le Suquet
In Cannes, not everything is associated with cinema and luxury. The city also has another facet, more authentic, much less cliché that you will discover by walking the picturesque streets of the Suquet district. Founded on a hill since ancient times, it is the cradle of the city and its historic center.
La Croix des Gardes
The Parc de la Croix des Gardes is a beautiful green setting located in the middle of Cannes, 213 meters high. This protected area has 80 hectares of vegetation, 20 km of health trails and 6 viewpoints where you can reconcile with nature. Second highest point of the city, it offers a 360 ° panorama of the bay of Cannes and the Esterel massif! This place demonstrates once again that Cannes is not just about its famous festival.