We have stayed in Nice three times, but this is the first time we have stayed here, and we very much hope that it won't be the last. On arrival at Reception, we received a great welcome from the young lady on duty, who showed us the facilities of the hotel and then took us to our room. Everyone in the hotel was absolutely charming; and the quality of food in the restaurant was outstanding. As other correspondents have said, it is expensive, but it is worth paying for the sheer quality.

The outdoor pool was heated, and it was lovely to have a swim even when it was overcast. There were plenty of loungers around the pool and seats in the garden, so it was good to have a chance to relax and read our books. There are some delightful walks along the coastline - St-Jean-Cap-Ferrat in one direction and Beaulieu-sur-Mer in the other - and both had a choice of restauarants. We particularly enjoyed Le Catalan in Beaulieu and La Goelette in St-Jean.

With such excellent and friendly service at Royal Riviera, it seems churlish to mention some very minor disappointments for an hotel of this quality. TV picture on BBC was very poor and kept freezing - metioned to Reception, but no change before we left - and I get BBC very clearly in Spain, so know it is possible. Two days in a row, cleaning staff didn't leave shampoo - promptly arrived when mentioned to Reception, but we shouldn't have to mention it. Bathroom scales broken - advised to Reception, but still hadn't been dealt with before we left. As I say, very minor things - but everything else (apart from the weather on some days!) was perfect.

We shall return!

I got what I considered a very good deal through a booking agency on a standard room. It would only allow me to book for 2 adults although I was travelling with my adult daughter and 10 year old son.
When we arrived we were upgraded. The room size was very large by European standards. No additional cost was inccurred for the child using the kingsize bed (including breakfast which was the best we had in France). The location is great and a short (regular) bus or train trip into Nice or Monaco but out of the hectic town and with fabulous views. Good facilities - heated 20m pool, nice garden table tennis. Meals (other than included breakfast) unbelievably expensive but plenty of excellent restaurants nearby.. Staff very attentive and approachable but not particularly knowledgale about activities in Nice.
I would definitely stay here again if I am in that part of the world.

We stayed here for a week's holiday in May.

This has to be one of the best privately owned, 5* hotels in the best location in the south of France.

For the best part of the week we were in a dream. This is absolute luxury in a small boutique hotel at it's finest.

It is expensive, however you get what you pay for!

This is worth paying for.

I am hoping that this was not a 'once in a lifetime' trip, as I would love to go back again.

Trust me, you will not be disappointed at all.

I laugh when reading the other reviews with people complaining how expensive everything was. I mean, it's a 5 star hotel in Cap Ferrat. Probably to be expected =) The one thing I do agree with is that the Asian Chicken salad was kind of gross. Anyway, I thought this hotel was very nice. My hotel room was perfectly fine and I loved the macaroons. The spa was nice too. Dinner was tasty and fancy and the patio area by the bar is lovely. The pool was pretty and no the wiaters weren't stalking us to take drink orders but that's actually kind of nice to be left alone. The pool bar is a nice area so it's nice to get up and go over for a drink anyway. The outdoor lunch area by the bar is nice too. The key thing about this hotel is that it has it's own beach. Plus the huge trampoline in the water. Awesome!! The hotel is in a good location in that you can walk to lots of things. The one thing I would recommend is making the lobby more glamorous with better furniture, etc. (and maybe the dark hallways too). We went over to La Reserve which was actually closer than I realized and that hotel seemed more glam & luxurious both inside and by the pool. BUT it doens't have the beach like this one. Also the beach chairs were extra comfortable at Royal Riviera. Love that they spray perfume on your pillows during turndown service a night!!! Also the lady who checked us in was super helpful and nice. Gave us a nice welcome. Oh and the valet guys were great - they went and rescued our rental car and figured out how to get the top up!