4-Star Hotels in Nice: Comfort on the French Riviera
Updated 11 July 2026 · 22 real hotels
Nice offers a solid selection of officially rated 4-star hotels, with nightly rates ranging from around 187 to 646 euros depending on location and standing. Options cluster near the beaches, particularly around Opéra Plage and Plage Bleue, giving guests comfortable, well-appointed stays within easy walking distance of the Mediterranean. Guest scores across the listed properties run from 4.5 to 4.8 out of 5, reflecting consistently high satisfaction.
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4-Star Hotels in Nice: What to Expect
Nice is one of the most visited cities on the French Riviera, and its official 4-star hotel category delivers a genuine step up in comfort, service, and setting. These properties meet strict French classification standards, covering room size, on-site amenities, reception hours, and multilingual staff. Whether you are looking for a boutique address tucked into a residential quarter or a larger hotel within a short stroll of the sea, the 4-star tier in Nice covers a meaningful range of styles and price points, from roughly 187 to 646 euros per night.
Location as a Key Factor
In Nice, where you stay shapes your daily rhythm significantly. Several 4-star options sit within 4 to 16 minutes on foot from Opéra Plage or Plage Bleue, meaning beach access, the Promenade des Anglais, and the old town are all genuinely walkable. A few properties, such as Hotel Port Palace and Fairmont Monte Carlo, are located closer to Monaco rather than the city of Nice itself, which is worth keeping in mind when comparing rates and distances. For visitors who want to be based in Nice proper with easy beach access, the properties near Plage Bleue and Opéra Plage offer the most central positioning.
Our selection in Nice
A real selection, real prices, from the most affordable to the showstopper.
| Hotel | Area | Rating | Price / night |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nemea Appart'Hotel Riviera Nice Promenade ★★★★ | Nice | ★ 3.8 | 170 €/nuit |
| Servotel Saint-Vincent ★★★★ | Nice | ★ 4.2 | 173 €/nuit |
| OKKO Hotels Nice Aéroport ★★★★ | Nice | ★ 4.5 | 195 €/nuit |
| Nice Pam Hotel ★★★★ | Nice | ★ 4.3 | 235 €/nuit |
| Hôtel Saint Georges ★★★★ | Opéra Plage à 13 min à pied | ★ 3.8 | 236 €/nuit |
| Villa Bougainville by Happyculture ★★★★ | Plage bleue à 15 min à pied | ★ 4.1 | 243 €/nuit |
| Crowne Plaza Nice Grand Arenas by IHG ★★★★ | Nice | ★ 4.5 | 260 €/nuit |
| Radisson Hotel Nice Airport ★★★★ | Nice | ★ 4.3 | 265 €/nuit |
| Nice Centre Hotel ★★★★ | Opéra Plage à 13 min à pied | ★ 4.2 | 327 €/nuit |
| NH Nice ★★★★ | Nice | ★ 4.2 | 347 €/nuit |
Frequently asked questions
What is the price range for official 4-star hotels in Nice?+
Among the listed 4-star properties, nightly rates start at around 187 euros at Maison Durante and reach up to 646 euros at Hotel Port Palace. Mid-range options such as Crisol Mozart at 249 euros, The Jay Hotel by HappyCulture at 263 euros, and Villa Victoria at 294 euros offer solid comfort at more accessible price points. Rates vary by season, room type, and how far in advance you book.
Which 4-star hotels in Nice are closest to the beach?+
The Jay Hotel by HappyCulture is the closest to Plage Bleue at just 4 minutes on foot, making it a strong pick for guests who prioritize beach access. Villa Victoria is 7 minutes from Plage Bleue, Crisol Mozart is 8 minutes away, and Hôtel Apollinaire Nice is 10 minutes from Opéra Plage. Maison Durante is a 15-minute walk from Plage Bleue, while Nice Azur Riviera is 16 minutes from Opéra Plage.
Which 4-star hotel in Nice has the highest guest rating?+
Hôtel Apollinaire Nice holds the top guest score among the listed properties at 4.8 out of 5, combined with a rate of 392 euros per night and a location 10 minutes on foot from Opéra Plage. Hotel Port Palace and Maison Durante both follow closely at 4.6 out of 5. All eight listed properties score at least 4.5 out of 5, indicating a generally high level of guest satisfaction across this category in Nice.
Are Hotel Port Palace and Fairmont Monte Carlo actually in Nice?+
Both Hotel Port Palace and Fairmont Monte Carlo are located approximately 13 to 14 kilometres from Nice, placing them in or near Monaco rather than in the city of Nice itself. They appear in searches linked to the Nice area but are not central Nice addresses. If staying in Nice and accessing the city on foot or by local transport is a priority for you, the other six listed properties offer more directly central locations within Nice.