It’s all about romance at the 21-room Tiara Yaktsa, which has a secluded hillside spot near a pint-size village on the French Riviera. All the rooms are expansive and subdued, but the main draw is the ever-present view of the beaches below and the yacht-strewn Mediterranean Sea. It’s hard to imagine tiring of lounging by the infinity pool or on a private Balinese-style daybed, but the hotel’s friendly staff can also set up shopping, boating and art-focused excursions.

What we love:

Panoramic views of the Mediterranean Sea; Villa-like atmosphere; Balinese-style daybeds in the lush gardens; Rain showers in bathrooms (but no tubs); Kid- and pet-friendly;  There’s free parking and WiFi.

What to know:

• The property opened in July 2009 .
• The hotel is not directly on the beach, but there is one a five-minute walk away.
• Airport transfers cost approximately $140, each way.
• Renting a car is necessary for exploring the area.
• Concierge service can organize activities for a fee.
• Breakfast is not included in the rate, but self parking and valet parking is provided at no additional cost.
• This Hotel is approximately 1 and a half hours away from Saint- Tropez and about 30 minutes from Cannes.
• The nearest mainline train station is Cannes - Nearest specified local train station is Théoule Sur Mer. The beach is a 5 minute walk to the beach. While the beach is not very large, it will have sand.

What to do:

• Get Inspired. Visit the Maeght Foundation in Saint-Paul de Vence, a village that inspired many famous artists, including Chagall, Calder and Soutine.
• Visit the Monks. Just a short boat ride from Cannes, the small island of Saint-Honorat is home to 25 Cistercian monks who live and work at a monastery called Abbaye de Lerins.
• Shop ’Til You Drop. Cannes has excellent shopping; be sure to explore the boutiques (Chanel, Dior, Chopard and Vuitton) on Rue d’Antibes.
• It’s a Scene. Call ahead for a reservation at one of Cannes’s see-and-be-seen beach clubs, but don’t show up before noon (morning hours are ideal for sunbathing). Zplage is one of the best for people watching.
• Take a Daytrip. Wander around the medieval hill village of Eze, visit the perfumeries of Grasse and stroll around the nine gardens at Villa Ephrussi, where the fountains dance to classical music.

How to get there

Flights are available to Nice Côte d’Azur Airport (NCE) or Genoa Airport (GOA) from major U.S. cities on a variety of carriers. Transfers and taxis to/from NCE are available for approximately € 95 per car, each way, or approximately € 170 per limousine transfer, each way. From Genoa € 480 per limousine transfer, each way.

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