Top French Riviera Beach Clubs
The Chic Beach Clubs of the French Riviera are Ready With Sunbeds and Cocktails so You Can Spend Your Day in Seaside Luxury
A key part of the French Riviera charter experience is heading to shore in your tender, and having an amazing lunch at a gourmet beach restaurant, overlooking the beautiful Côte d'Azur. Share a cold glass of rosé as you sample some freshly grilled seafood with your feet in the sand, and relax into Riviera life. Renting a boat for the day along this beautiful stretch of coast is the ultimate way to experience destinations such as Cannes or St Tropez.
After countless charters, we know where our guests love to go, what they have enjoyed, and what each place can offer. Here are some of our favorite beach restaurants and clubs, each with its own unique charm; offering different cuisines, locations, and experiences. Our Boatbookings Charter Experts can make any reservations for you, depending on where you'd like to go!
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Beach Clubs in Cannes
Hyde Beach | The iconically blue beach chairs of Hyde Beach are an enticing sight on a sunny Mediterranean day. This beach club is the perfect place for a private dinner or gourmet business event by the water. Offering seaside dining, and unique cocktails for lunch and dinner there is nowhere better to enjoy the sunshine of Cannes and delight in Mediterranean flavors. Located on the sandy swathes of what is arguably the most glamorous promenade in the French Riviera, La Croisette, Hyde Beach is a chic hangout where you and your friends or family can soak up the most vibrant spot in the Côte d’Azur beach scene. For the ultimate experience, relax on the exclusivity of a luxury waterside daybed with a cocktail in hand, before settling down to enjoy a spread of exquisitely plated delicacies at the creation of Michelin star chef, Stéphanie Le Quellec.
La Mome Plage | Experience the luxury of this stunning private beach club and gourmet restaurant on the chic Boulevard de la Croisette. The turquoise chairs, towels, and umbrellas stand out on the sand and set the perfect atmosphere for a relaxing day out on the sand. With tableware created by Tino Aiello, an art ceramist in Vallauris, and dishes crafted by Chef Stéphane Bichon featuring hearty foods meant to be shared amongst the table, this is the ideal place to escape the crowds and relax by the water.
Vega La Palage | With stunning views of the Lérins Islands and sparkling Mediterranean waters, this beach club and restaurant are situated along the stunning Boulevard de la Croisette. Chef Antione Regnault weaves a symphony of flavors into every dish and the stunning dining room and beach make for the perfect setting. With signature cocktails and stellar service, Vega La Palage is a bespoke beach club
L’Ecrin | Situated on la Pointe Croisette at Port Canto, this idyllic beach club and restaurant has stunning terraced lounges and a private pier. The terrace restaurant features a particularly delectable a la carte menu provided by Ched Christophe Bachi. This is the perfect place to host a chic private event or to take the tender from your French Riviera yacht charter right up to the pier for easy access. There is nowhere else quite like L'Ecrin.
Annex Beach | Where sea, sun, and decadence combine, Annex Beach is a luxury beach resort and restaurant in Cannes that brings a touch of Italian flair to this French city. Chef Riccardo Cuccurullo brings mouth-watering dishes that capture the vibrancy of the Mediterranean and bring it to life with fresh local produce. From the restaurant to the private beach, you can soak in the summer colors and elegance at Annex Beach.
Copal Beach | At the heart of La Croisette is Copal Beach. The beach is open from dawn to dusk and the restaurant is open for lunch and dinner, 300 days a year. Taking over the site of the legendary 3.14 Beach, Copal Beach is the newest hotspot on the boulevard, bringing a unique mixture of refinement and casual excellence to the beach club experience.
Beach Clubs in St. Tropez
Club 55 | This rustic and charming private beach came to be in 1955 when iconic film star Brigitte Bardot was filming And God Created Women on Pampelonne Beach, and the director asked a fisherman's hangout if they could cook for the cast. From that day on, the beach resort has grown to become synonymous with the relaxed luxury beach scene in St. Tropez. After you tender ashore from your catamaran or motor yacht charter, the wild Provençal setting, organic wines, simple Provençal dishes, and welcoming service will make spending the day or afternoon here an effortless affair, after all, “Here the customer is not the king… because he is a friend.”
Verde Beach | Situated on stunning Pampelonne Beach in Ramatuelle, Verde Beach is a wild beach party and fine dining experience on the sand, wrapped into one. With quality cuisine prepared by the executive chefs, and an atmosphere that just pulls you in, a meal here is one to remember. If you are just looking to enjoy the sand and experience the excitement of the Riviera, the bar serves cocktails and the beach party here never stops. Verde Beach is the perfect escape for those looking to live it up a little.
Nikki Beach | The original luxury beach club, Nikki Beach brings seaside luxury to a whole new level. With live music and DJ sets all day long, delectable cuisine, and some of the most refreshing drinks in the world, there is no place quite like this. You can rent an oversized tanning bed, and spend the day enjoying the summer sun, refreshing 18+ pool, and delicious food. Nikki Beach is the place to be in St. Tropez during the summer. Nikki Beach in St Tropez is the ultimate party beach club, its reputation truly precedes it! With beach restaurants all over the world such as Miami and Ibiza, many will regularly come back wherever they are because you are guaranteed a good time! Let your hair down and make a splash at one of the pool parties; there are always events happening so tune in to see if your favorite DJ is featuring soon. The playful vibe is infectious, and the food is not to go without mention, as they create gorgeous salads and impressive sushi displays. This is the perfect way to spend your day if you are doing a Cannes to St Tropez day trip or something similar, as you are in the most exclusive spot whilst lounging in the sun and making memories with your friends and family
Other Standout Beach Clubs
Paloma Beach | Paloma is nestled into a quiet, tree-lined cove on Cap Ferrat, best reachable by tender. Your table will have amazing views east toward Beaulieu, Eze-sur-Mer, Cap d'Ail, and the hills above Monaco. In the bay will be some of the most amazing yachts in the world - on any given day you're likely to see at least 2-3 of the world's 100 largest. The food is light and fresh, featuring excellent fish dishes that are perfect for two to share. Starters include local favorites such as Fleur de Courgette, fried calamari, and grilled red peppers. Paloma lets you feel like you belong in this amazing center of the world's most affluent people. Many past guests have mentioned how romantic this setting can be, with the white tablecloths and candles overlooking an idyllic setting. The best way to reach Paloma is to hire a yacht for the day from Monaco.
Eden Plage Mala | In the town of Cap d'Ail is this delightful beach club, full of color and quirkiness. This restaurant gained its name from Mala Kchessinska, who liked to spend time walking through the pebbly sand with her lover, Tsar Nicholas II. Tucked away surrounded by impressive cliffs and emerald green waters, this is a bay of dreams! This is the perfect place to reach from your yacht charter as you have to hike down many stairs on foot, whereas the tender can drop you off on the sand, and you can easily walk up the beach to the spot of your choice. The food is innovative and creative, described as 'simple with an Asian flair', this glamorous beach experience will push you to fall in love with the French Riviera coastline due to the panoramic views you admire whilst lounging on the colorful and comfortable cushions.
Le Réserve de la Mala | Situated between Monaco and Nice Le Réserve de la Mala is one of the Riviera's most legendary private beaches. Ever since its inception in 1961, the Mala Reserve has been serving traditional coastal French cuisine to guests visiting by car and by luxury yacht. Because it is somewhat more removed from the more cosmopolitan parts of the Riviera, this resort is a little harder to get to by land, making it the perfect spot for a charter yacht to stop for an afternoon on the sand.
Anjuna Beach | Bringing a touch of Bali to the French Riviera, Anjuna is a luxury beach escape. Situated in picturesque Eze, the restaurant offers gourmet cuisine created by Patrick and Erika Degioanni who bring a touch of originality to their Mediterranean cuisine. You can soak up the sun on the sunbeds while enjoying the flavors. Anjuna Beach can accommodate guests visiting on their charter boats or by car, and the good food, live music and beach vibes are always enchanting.
,Nikki Beach Monte-Carlo | On the rooftop of the Fairmont Monte Carlo you will find the breathtaking views, luxury cabanas, and plush daybeds of Nikki Beach Monte Carlo. Celebrities, billionaires, and trendsetters alike flock to this luxury scene for the gourmet food, signature cocktails, and art. With fashion, entertainment, art, music, and leisure all coming together in one bespoke location, there is nowhere else quite like this on the Riviera.
Anchor just off the bay from all these restaurants and let the crew whisk you into shore when you are feeling peckish. Have a look at what we offer to start making this fantasy a reality! Contact us today to speak to our expert brokers in this area.
See our blog on our favorite Beach Clubs in Cannes for some inspiration during your stay along the French Riviera!
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