The most legendary palace hotel on the French Riviera, the Grand-Hotel du Cap-Ferrat, A Four Seasons Hotel, has welcomed guests in the utmost luxury and sophistication for more than a century.
Looking back to the late 1800s, the peninsula of Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat was little more than a wilderness of rocks and dense vegetation.
King Leopold II of Belgium discovered this unique property, jutting into the Mediterranean between Nice and Monaco, and he fell in love, declaring it nothing short of paradise on Earth.
Opened in 1908, the hotel featured two wings built at an open angle.
In 1909, a loggia dining room and a central bay-windowed Rotunda were added, following a design by Gustave Eiffel, creator of the Eiffel Tower.
The final result gives the Grand-Hotel a remarkably simple yet distinctive silhouette.
Immediately upon opening, this luxury hotel near Nice and Monaco began attracting an elite international clientele of royalty, dignitaries and famous artists.
For an interlude during World War One, the building was converted to a hospital, but returned to normal operations in 1922.
CLOSURE DURING WORLD WAR TWO
A few weeks after the beginning of the war in 1939, the Grand-Hotel was boarded up and remained closed for six years.
On March 5, 1944, in preparation for an Allied landing, the entire peninsula was evacuated and riddled with mines.
Local inhabitants were given only a few hours to grab some of their belongings and flee. Thankfully, the Hotel and swimming pool survived unscathed.
Upon reopening at the end of the war, the Grand-Hotel du Cap-Ferrat returned to its tradition of welcoming illustrious guests, including European royalty, lords and barons from England, business leaders and celebrities from the arts and literature.
METAMORPHOSIS
To celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2009, the Grand-Hotel du Cap-Ferrat saw a metamorphosis with extensive refurbishments and additions, blending tradition, innovation and respect for nature.
This stunning project was designed by Nice-based architect Luc Svetchine and included the new Residence wing, Le Spa with an indoor swimming pool, and new underground car parking.
Enjoy the glamorous resort lifestyle of the Côte d’Azur – close to Nice and Monaco – in the iconic luxury of the Grand-Hotel du Cap-Ferrat, A Four Seasons Hotel.
Among the 74 light and airy guest rooms – including 24 suites and one villa – some feature private terraces and swimming pools.
Chic, modern design by Pierre-Yves Rochon features gleaming white marble and textures of white and beige, putting the emphasis on colourful artwork and signature French Riviera views.
Offering the privacy of your French Riviera villa – with all the amenities and services of five-star palace hotel – the majestic Villa Rose-Pierre sits right next door to the Grand-Hotel du Cap-Ferrat, A Four Seasons Hotel.
Hidden within one hectare of pine trees and fragrant gardens, this 550-square-metre, four-bedroom villa opens to expansive outdoor terraces and gardens, including a private pool and tennis court with views of the sea.
Decorated by interior designer Alberto Pinto, the residence
includes a grand entrance hall, living room, dining room, sun room and kitchen.
The master bedroom is located on the ground level, and three guest bedrooms are upstairs.
The lower level features a fitness room, TV lounge and a sauna, while the rooftop terrace offers sofa seating and a dining table.
Celebrate the magical scenery and perfect climate of the French Riviera in uniquely designed Four Seasons Pool Suites, each including a furnished terrace and infinity-edge swimming pool.
Located on the ground level of The Residence, just steps from the original heritage building, these suites feel like your private oasis within Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat hotel.
Spacious and relaxing, the all-white living area and bedroom open through French doors to a large furnished terrace with a swimming pool overlooking the pine grove.
Close to Nice and Monaco, these luxury hotel suites offer an unforgettable experience of the Grand-Hotel du Cap-Ferrat, A Four Seasons Hotel.
Perched on the top floor of the Grand-Hotel du Cap-Ferrat, A Four Seasons Hotel, the one-bedroom Rooftop Suite and its generous private terrace offer panoramic sea views stretching from Cannes to Monaco.
This 49-square-metre Côte d’Azur hotel suite incorporates separate living and sleeping areas for added privacy and comfort.
Decorated by Italian interior designer Alberto Pinto, the suite features beige and pastel hues, gently highlighting the picture-perfect views over the sea and gardens.
The Rooftop Suite can connect to adjoining Palace Sea-View Rooms to create a two-bedroom or three-bedroom hotel suite – hosting a maximum of seven adults, or five adults and two children.
One of the largest and most desirable suites, the Palace Sea-View Suite is located in the centre of original heritage building at the Grand-Hotel du Cap-Ferrat, A Four Seasons Hotel.
The suite directly faces the Mediterranean for the most breathtaking views.
More like a private residence, this five-star hotel suite comprises 70 to 100 square metres with a spacious living area and bedroom – making it ideal for longer hotel stays in Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat.
With exceptional views of the Mediterranean and the wildly beautiful landscape of the peninsula, Four Seasons Sea-View Suites are located on the corners of original heritage building.
The layout includes separate rooms for living and sleeping – making these French Riviera resort suites ideal for extended stays at the Grand-Hotel du Cap-Ferrat, A Four Seasons Hotel.
Lounge on your private terrace and enjoy panoramic hillside views over the peaceful pine grove.
These spacious Cote d’Azur hotel rooms are located on the upper level of The Residence, just steps from the original heritage building of the Grand-Hotel du Cap-Ferrat, A Four Seasons Hotel.
Encompassing 50 square metres of indoor and outdoor living space, the layout includes a separate sitting area with a sofa and a table that’s ideal for both work and In-Room Dining.
Savour enchanting views of the pine grove and gardens that are the signature of Grand-Hotel du Cap-Ferrat, A Four Seasons Hotel.
Located within the original heritage building, these Four
Seasons Pinewood Suites are peaceful and tranquil, providing separate living and bedroom areas.
Elegant, modern furnishings help you feel instantly at home in this iconic French Riviera hotel, close to Nice and Monaco.
Overlooking the Mediterranean, Palace Sea-View Rooms offer an elite experience of the Grand-Hotel du Cap-Ferrat, A Four Seasons Hotel.
Located in the original heritage building, these restful guest
rooms include a table for work or dining and a comfortable sitting area.
Near Nice and Monaco, the five-star hotel welcomes you with the quiet charm of Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat.
The pine grove and gardens are famous signatures of the Grand-Hotel du Cap-Ferrat, A Four Seasons Hotel.
Enjoy an inspiring view of this distinctive Cote d’Azur landscape from Superior Pinewood Rooms.
Keeping you close to Nice and Monaco, these Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat hotel rooms include a comfortable sitting area and a table for work or dining.
Experience the most exquisite dining on the Côte d’Azur, as the Grand-Hotel du Cap-Ferrat, A Four Seasons Hotel, presents French Mediterranean cuisine at its finest.
From Michelin-starred gastronomic restaurant to the chic
poolside Club Dauphin, hotel offers four distinctive venues to suit any mood or occasion.
Vast terraces beckon for outdoor relaxation under a canopy of Aleppo pines, overlooking the gardens and the sea.
An air-conditioned glass funicular whisks you down to the seaside Club Dauphin, overlooking the famously beautiful swimming pool of the Grand-Hotel du Cap-Ferrat, A Four Seasons Hotel.
Open in warmer months, Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat restaurant offers a light menu of delicious Mediterranean fare,
highlighting a traditional Provençal buffet.
Stylish and intimate, the upper-level Dauphin Lounge is one of the most coveted bar locations on the French Riviera for watching the sunset.
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Provençal
Enjoy sophisticated In-Room Dining in the comfort of your luxury French Riviera resort accommodations at the Grand-Hotel du Cap-Ferrat, A Four Seasons Hotel.
Choose from an extensive menu – day or night – that is ideal for time-zone-hopping travellers, impromptu meetings or quiet, private dining.
There are numerous breakfast options, including American, the Grand-Hotel Breakfast with smoked salmon and a glass of
Champagne, and Le Santé, spa’s signature well-being breakfast.
Sweet and savoury dishes are available for lunch or dinner, and budding gourmets will love various children’s options.
Afternoon tea may also be served in your room or on your private terrace.
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Elegant yet relaxed, La Véranda at the Grand-Hotel du Cap-Ferrat, A Four Seasons Hotel, is an enticing all-day restaurant, close to Nice and Monaco.
The menu is enhanced by freshly baked breads, delicate pastries, home-made ice cream and other culinary specialties, prepared in state-of-the-art kitchen.
For al fresco dining, the terrace is a tranquil sanctuary, shaded by hundred-year old Aleppo pines and offering magnificent Mediterranean views.
Choose from an array of à-la-carte Provençal dishes or try the Chef’s daily recommendations. It’s a magical Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat restaurant setting.
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Mediterranean cuisine with an Italian twist
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Among the best bars in Nice and Monaco, Le Bar at the Grand-Hotel du Cap-Ferrat, A Four Seasons Hotel, provides a sophisticated setting for drinks and relaxed conversation.
Settle in under Le Bar’s majestic Murano chandeliers, enjoy the charming library with a distinctly private ambience, or step outside to the garden terrace, offering live music every evening in high season.
Sip the cocktail of the day, or choose from a selection of champagne cocktails and mojitos.
Aficionados will appreciate the large selection of legendary single malts and pure malts, as well as exclusive rums and prestigious liqueurs.
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Michelin-starred chef Didier Aniès brings his unique gastronomic approach to Le Cap restaurant at the Grand-Hotel du Cap-Ferrat, A Four Seasons Hotel.
The menu varies by the season, reflecting the finest ingredients from local markets with a selection of the freshest fish, seafood and meats.
Enhance your dinner with a grand cru from the Grand-Hotel’s list of 600 wines, representing the top vineyards of France and beyond.
Artist Michèle Letang’s mural inside the restaurant is a tribute to the artistic style of Jean Cocteau, once a regular guest at the Grand-Hotel.
The Salons des Collections wine room may be reserved for private dinners for up to eight guests.
In warmer weather, the outdoor terrace offers shady Aleppo pines, gentle breezes and lovely views over the Mediterranean.
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Gastronomic
The Salon des Collections holds one of the world’s most spectacular wine collections, including 158 vintage bottles of Château D’Yquem dating back to 1854 (1854 – 2003) and 21 bottles of Château Lafite Rothschild dating back to 1799 (1799 – 1899).
The Salon des Collections is an ideal place for private dinners up to eight guests. Wine weekends featuring France’s greatest Châteaux take place throughout the year and wine tastings with expert sommelier are available upon request.
Immerse yourself in the Côte d’Azur’s award-winning haven of relaxation and rejuvenation: Le Spa at the Grand-Hotel du Cap-Ferrat, A Four Seasons Hotel – conveniently close to Nice and Monaco.
Superbly spacious at 750 square metres, the facility features five lavish treatment rooms, including a luxury VIP suite for couples, as well as two outdoor treatment pavilions with mesmerizing Mediterranean views.
Experience the range of signature facial and body treatments by Dr. Burgener and Biologique Recherche.
Between treatments, stroll or sit in the 1,200-square-metre Spa Garden with sea-view sun terraces.
Hotel offers men’s and women’s private steam rooms and saunas, a sensorial shower, whirlpool bath and ice fountain.
Extracted from the glaciers in the Swiss Alps, the salt crystals are rich in therapeutic minerals to detoxify.
Le Spa offers personal trainers upon request and sunrise fitness activities.
This treatment is specially designed to address the needs of men’s skin, that in many cases presents a combination of oily skin due to fitness activities.
The kids spa menu is focused on skin care using only natural ingredients for 5 to 12 year-old guests, providing relaxation and fun.
Offering serenity and healing through essential oils can have a profound effect on body, mind, heart and soul.
Enjoy a warm, softening soak. Careful trimming, gentle cuticle care and expert nail shaping is followed by a hand scrub.
Escape to beautifully appointed Grand Salon to enjoy the experience.
A perfect quick break for relaxation if you have a tight schedule, are between meetings or leisure activities, or just want to add to one of your spa services as an enhancement.
The Pauline Burgener Haute Couture concept, developed by Dr Burgener Switzerland is a revolutionary skin treatment that personalizes products and treatments to each person's skin.
Add a touch of reflexology to any of your treatments.
Explore the beauty of the French Riviera with a drive along the Avenue Marie-Louise Sabatier, or hike to a quiet picnic spot in the hills to enjoy breathtaking vistas of the Mediterranean coast.
ARTS AND CULTURE
Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, with its tranquil setting and unspoiled natural beauty, may seem far removed from the rest of France, but in fact this seaside enclave is only 25 minutes from Monaco, 25 minutes from Nice and 55 minutes from Cannes.
This central location makes it easy to visit museums, or take in an opera, ballet or theatre performance.
THE FRENCH RIVIERA
Step back in time with a visit to Nice’s Old Town neighbourhood to see the Baroque churches and pastel houses that haven’t changed much since the city belonged to the Kingdom of Sardinia in the 1700s.
Take a quick 20-minute drive from the Hotel to the commune of Eze to admire one of the best-preserved French medieval villages, now filled with charming shops, art galleries and restaurants.
Grab a cocktail at the extravagant red-and-gold Buddha-Bar in the Place du Casino.
From quaint cafés to high-end bistros, you’ll find an assortment of quality restaurants practically anywhere you go on the Riviera, particularly in Nice and Monaco.
The central location makes it easy to visit museums, or take in an opera, ballet or theatre performance.
There are a variety of golf courses in and around Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat.
Breathtaking scenic views are common while visiting the Côte d’Azur, and some of the best vistas can be found on the corniche road between Nice and Monaco.
No trip to the Riviera would be complete without setting sail on on the Mediterranean on a sunny afternoon.
The French Riviera isn’t just a playground for the elite — it’s also a family-friendly vacation destination offering plenty for the youngest travellers to see and do.
Astrorama in Eze encourages children to discover astronomy through planetarium shows, the use of telescopes and more.
Antibes Land Park has more than 30 amusement rides and attractions, while La Ferme du Far West — a U.S. Western–themed park within the Marineland complex — is a great
place for kids to interact with goats and chickens and even go on adult-led pony rides.
Kids as young as 2 can get in on the fun at Le Bois des Lutins (the Elves’ Woods), a one-of-a-kind playground in the high branches of 100-year-old trees outfitted with netted play areas, huts, slides and rope bridges to explore up in the forest canopy.
GRAND-HÔTEL DU CAP-FERRAT, A FOUR SEASONS HOTEL
71 Boulevard du Général de Gaulle 06230 Saint-Jean-Cap-FerratFrance