Hotel Royal-Riviera sits on the Cap-Ferrat peninsula between Nice and Monaco, overlooking the Baie des Fourmis, with terraced Mediterranean gardens running down to a private beach. Opened in 1904 and reborn in 1999, it has around 96 rooms and suites across the main building and the l’Orangerie villa, in a neo-Hellenic style with Lalique bath products and travertine bathrooms, many with sea or garden views. Dining is led by La Table du Royal, the gastronomic restaurant of traditional French and Mediterranean cooking, and the poolside Jasmin Grill & Lounge with its Indian and Thai touches and a real tandoori oven, alongside the Art Deco Bar Le Cap. The Wellness Centre uses Thalgo marine cosmetics, with a free sauna and hammam, and there is an outdoor pool with a pool bar and a 24-hour fitness room. The gardens were designed by landscaper Jean Mus, and the private beach has a jetty and around 90 loungers. It suits couples and families who want discreet, private-villa-style Riviera luxury with a beach, a pool and gastronomic dining.