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The French Riviera has served as a playground for the global elite for over a century, with Cannes acting as its glamorous epicenter. While the Croisette is lined with historic facades, the real allure lies in the top-floor sanctuaries that offer total privacy above the festival crowds. These residences are designed for the world's most discerning travelers.
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The Christian Dior Suite at Hôtel Barrière Le Majestic transports Parisian chic to the Mediterranean coast. Inspired by the legendary fashion house, this two-bedroom residence pairs a palette of soft grays and creams with gilded ceilings and vintage photography that anchors the space in couture history.
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Both bedrooms serve as independent retreats, each featuring a private lounge and walk-in wardrobe. The layout prioritizes organization and space, catering to guests during extended coastal residencies.
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Dark wood paneling and velvet furnishings anchor the social spaces. A grid-paned interior window links the sitting area to the formal dining room, maintaining an open flow for hosting.
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The dining room centers on a table for fourteen – a rarity on the Croisette. For post-dinner drinks, sliding doors reveal a seafront terrace overlooking the water. To book this hotel, click here
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Occupying the seventh floor of the Hôtel Martinez, the Penthouse Apartments honor cinema icons Isabelle Huppert and Thierry Frémaux. Designer Pierre-Yves Rochon conceived this 13,455-square-foot sanctuary, which can be configured as a four-bedroom residence with sweeping views of the Bay of Cannes.
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Interiors reflect a graphic, high-contrast aesthetic that nods to the hotel’s Art Deco roots. Sliding partitions allow the floor plan to shift from open entertaining areas to secluded residential quarters.
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The expansive terrace features wooden decking and a mature olive tree, bringing a Provençal touch to the roof. It provides ample space for large-scale cocktail service against a Mediterranean backdrop.
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From the sun loungers, the vista extends across the marina to the horizon, framed by the hotel’s iconic blue railings. It offers a quiet vantage point for watching yachts enter the bay.
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In the Huppert-inspired wing, bathrooms feature clean lines, gold accents, and terrazzo flooring. A geometric freestanding tub provides a serene escape from the festival crowds. To book this hotel, click here
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The Majestic Suite at Hôtel Barrière Le Majestic is a sprawling two-level residence spanning 6,484 square feet. This rooftop retreat includes a private infinity pool, a home cinema, and a dedicated studio for fitness and massage. To book this hotel, click here This story was created with the help of AI, using articles written by journalists and previously published on Elite Traveler.