Private beaches Menton

Located near Italy, the Principality of Monaco, and the County of Nice, Menton is far from being an ordinary city. It is considered a "tourist interest resort" for its history, culture, gardens, colorful houses, and especially its Mediterranean climate. Indeed, this well-endowed city almost does not know winter, making it a must-visit destination for sun and beach lovers, not only in summer but throughout the year.

Menton is home to about ten private beaches, of sand and pebbles, where you can enjoy sun loungers and parasols for a lazy day under the sun of the French Riviera.

Discover the best private beaches in Menton

Menton's private beaches are among the most beautiful in the French Riviera, with diverse landscapes between sea and mountains. There are several, but here are the best ones to discover during your holidays. The best part: you can book your private beach in Menton on MySunbed in just a few clicks!

Les Sablettes Beach

Les Sablettes Beach is a private beach located on the Promenade de la Mer, entirely dressed in white, from the sand to the restaurant. This color gives the place a Zen atmosphere, conducive to relaxation. Sun loungers accompanied by their parasols, tables, as well as beds installed under shade sails are waiting for you to lounge on the beach in this magnificent setting. Take advantage of these facilities to eat in front of the Grande Bleue. The chef serves traditional revisited meals such as lobster salad and grilled fish and vegetables à la provençale, which are part of his signature dishes.

La Cabane Plage

Also located on the Promenade de la Mer is another private beach, but with a different ambiance, where the sun loungers are spaced for more privacy. The decoration on the premises adopts an exotic spirit: it is all in wood punctuated with natural deco objects and original parasols that recall wicker hats. With background music on the Latino theme, La Cabane Plage gives you the sensation of being under the tropics!

Festival Plage

Festival Plage is a private beach that has a restaurant with bay windows and a beautiful sunny terrace overlooking the sea, ideal for enjoying a privileged moment with your family. Moreover, children have a playground to enjoy playing with their feet in the sand. If you're hungry, let yourself be tempted by their cuisine; they serve the best seafood paella!

Other iconic beaches in Menton:

• La Dolce Vita Beach: This beach is the perfect place to enjoy a "dolce vita" moment in a bohemian chic setting where you will find everything: restaurant, fine sandy beach, lounge bar, playground, and panoramic view.
• L'Impérial Beach: Head to this private beach 10 minutes from Monaco if you're looking for a spacious and quiet place to sunbathe while enjoying homemade fresh cuisine with your family. They also have a children's play area.
• Panama Beach: Located in the bay of Garavan, this private beach welcomes you in a quiet and comfortable setting where you can spend pleasant moments in front of a breathtaking view of the old town and its multicolored houses overlooking the sea.
• La Sauvage: This beach restaurant invites you to relax in a relaxed atmosphere, comfortably seated in one of their teak armchairs or deck chairs, with Italy and the Mediterranean Sea as a backdrop, right before your eyes. The cuisine is delicious and inventive!
• L'Hélios: On its fine gravel beach and chic, slightly romantic restaurant, this private beach gives you a taste of Italy without leaving Menton. This establishment serves the best seafood dishes.

Discover the best private beaches near Menton

Also near the city of Menton are other very pleasant private beaches known for their idyllic setting and quality service.

Cabanita Di Solenzara (Roquebrune-Cap-Martin)

Cabanita Di Solenzara is located on the Promenade Rober Schuman in Roquebrune-Cap-Martin. This gravel beach with modern chic decoration includes a lounge bar, a restaurant serving French cuisine with a Mediterranean influence, and a relaxation area with 250 sun loungers. It's the winning trio for a pleasant moment by the water, without worrying about running out of space or being disturbed.

Le Fanal (Roquebrune-Cap-Martin)

Fanal is a private beach with a restaurant that stands out for its large terrace with bay window overlooking the sea. Sitting at the table provides a real visual and gustatory pleasure! From the terrace, you will enjoy an unobstructed view of the beach and the sun loungers, as well as the turquoise blue sea that invites you to escape. Here, the cuisine is displayed on a slate with a menu that changes every week.

La Note Bleue (Monaco)

La Note Bleue is one of the most peaceful places in the city, perfect for taking a break after a tough week or a tough day. Their beach restaurant is open day and night throughout the summer season. It welcomes you in a neat and comfortable setting where the atmosphere is set to live jazz concerts at sunset.

What to do in Menton?

In a city of art, history and culture like Menton, it's hard to get bored. There is so much to see and do in the area! Here's a small sample of the must-do activities in Menton.

Taste lemon specialties

When passing through Menton, don't leave without tasting one of the city's lemon specialties, which is attached to a unique event in the world: the Lemon Festival. Celebrated since 1930, it pays tribute to this "golden fruit", which has become the symbol of the city. This fruit is present on almost every table, but Maison Herbin's citrus jams are a must to bring back in your luggage.

Stroll through the exceptional Val Rahmeh-Menton botanical garden

Blessed by its location, the Val Rahmeh-Menton botanical garden benefits from a microclimate favorable to the flourishing of exotic plants, not only beautiful but also very rare and many other species. They are to be discovered around a small health walk in a rich and colorful setting and full of scents.

Cross the border and discover Italy (San Remo, Vintimille...)

Between Menton and Italy, there is only one step to take (or 3km to be exact). This city is located right on the French-Italian border. If you have never visited the land of the "Dolce Vita", take advantage of your trip to Menton to make a little getaway and discover beautiful cities like Vintimille, Grimaldi or San Remo.

The emblematic places of Menton

The Sablettes Beach

Located between the two ports, Garavan and the Old Port, Les Sablettes is one of the most beautiful beaches in Menton. 350 meters long, it has a good capacity and houses many shops, restaurants, and bars as well as a beach volleyball court. All the ingredients are there to make you have a nice day by the water. Moreover, it offers a breathtaking landscape on the Italian mountains and the beautiful colored Menton houses.

The Old Menton

The Old Town of Menton is a must-see once you're there. This neighborhood reveals another facet of the city with its alleys with baroque charm and its facades with Italian accents that you willingly explore to dive into the heart of the history of Menton. Enjoy your walk to stroll towards the Basilica of St. Michael the Archangel, one of the most beautiful gems of the French Riviera.

The Cocteau Museum

Built by architect Rudy Ricciotti, the Cocteau Museum is a museum devoted solely to the works of Jean Cocteau, mainly from the collection of Séverin Wunderman. They are displayed in a large 2,700m2 space that you can admire while strolling through the different rooms of the Museum.