Cannes
Beach Clubs in Cannes: Best Picks, Costs and Timing
In Cannes
1. Plage du Midi
Best for: public fallback
Plage du Midi is the easiest public fallback, 4.7/5 on Google Maps from 759 reviews, about 1.9 km out. Regent Carlton Cannes is central; Hyde Beach Cannes opens daily.
- Address: Plage du Midi
- Rating: 4.7/5 on Google Maps · 759 reviews (November 2026)
2. Regent Carlton Cannes
Best for: central Croisette option
Regent Carlton Cannes sits at 58 Bd de la Croisette, 06400 Cannes, 4.6/5 on Google Maps from 5,798 reviews, about 0.1 km from the centre. Carlton Beach Club has a short Thu–Sun lunch window; Mademoiselle Gray Plage Barrière is weekend-only.
- Address: 58 Bd de la Croisette, 06400 Cannes
- Rating: 4.6/5 on Google Maps · 5,798 reviews (November 2026)
3. Hyde Beach Cannes
Best for: central daytime option
Hyde Beach Cannes is the central Croisette option at 45 Bd de la Croisette, 4.6/5 from 2,354 reviews, open Mon–Sun 09:30–18:00; Plage du Midi is the public fallback, Carlton Beach Club Thu–Sun 12:00–16:00, Mademoiselle Gray weekends only.
- Address: 45 Bd de la Croisette, 06400 Cannes
- Rating: 4.6/5 on Google Maps · 2,354 reviews (November 2026)
- Opening hours: Mon–Sun 09:30–18:00
4. Carlton Beach Club
Best for: short lunch-window choice
Carlton Beach Club is the central Croisette pick at 58 Bd de la Croisette, 4.6/5 from 863 reviews, open Thu–Sun 12:00–16:00; Hyde Beach Cannes runs daily, Mademoiselle Gray weekends only, and Plage du Midi is the public fallback.
- Address: 58 Bd de la Croisette, 06400 Cannes
- Rating: 4.6/5 on Google Maps · 863 reviews (November 2026)
- Opening hours: Mon–Wed closed; Thu–Sun 12:00–16:00
5. Hôtel Martinez – The Unbound Collection by Hyatt
Best for: central Croisette access
For beach clubs in Cannes, this resort hotel sits about 0.4 km from the centre, near the central Croisette options; use Plage du Midi for a public fallback, and remember some clubs run short lunch or weekend-only hours.
- Address: 73 Bd de la Croisette, 06400 Cannes
- Rating: 4.5/5 on Google Maps · 4,847 reviews (November 2026)
6. Ciro's Cannes Restaurant et plage privée
Best for: daytime Croisette dining
Ciro’s Cannes Restaurant et plage privée is a Croisette option with a 4.6/5 Google Maps rating from 485 reviews, about 0.6 km from the centre, open Mon–Sun 10:00–17:00; compare it with the public Plage du Midi fallback and shorter club hours elsewhere.
- Address: Bd de la Croisette, 06400 Cannes
- Rating: 4.6/5 on Google Maps · 485 reviews (November 2026)
- Opening hours: Mon–Sun 10:00–17:00
7. Mademoiselle Gray Plage Barrière
Best for: weekend-only beach club hours
For beach clubs in Cannes, Mademoiselle Gray Plage Barrière is a weekend-only pick: 4.5/5 from 3,390 reviews, about 0.3 km from the centre. Compare it with the public Plage du Midi, central Regent Carlton Cannes, early-day Hyde Beach Cannes, and Carlton Beach Club’s short lunch window.
- Address: Bd de la Croisette, 06400 Cannes
- Rating: 4.5/5 on Google Maps · 3,390 reviews (November 2026)
- Opening hours: Mon–Fri closed; Sat–Sun 10:00–18:00
8. Croisette Beach Cannes
Best for: public beach fallback
Croisette Beach Cannes sits about 0.3 km from the centre and has a 4.5/5 Google Maps rating from 1,447 reviews. For beach clubs in Cannes, it is the public fallback beside central Regent Carlton Cannes, early-day Hyde Beach Cannes, Carlton Beach Club’s short lunch window, and weekend-only Mademoiselle Gray Plage Barrière.
- Address: Croisette Beach Cannes
- Rating: 4.5/5 on Google Maps · 1,447 reviews (November 2026)
9. La Môme Plage
Best for: Croisette lunch timing
La Môme Plage, 0.3 km from the centre and open Mon–Sun 11:00–19:00, is the flexible Croisette stop. Hyde Beach opens earlier, Carlton Beach Club is lunch-only, Mademoiselle Gray runs weekends, and Plage du Midi is the public fallback.
- Address: Bd de la Croisette, 06400 Cannes
- Rating: 4.4/5 on Google Maps · 3,178 reviews (November 2026)
- Opening hours: Mon–Sun 11:00–19:00
10. Miramar Plage
Best for: central Croisette timing
Miramar Plage is 0.3 km from the centre and open Mon–Sun 10:00–18:00. For Cannes beach clubs, that gives you an easier daytime slot than Carlton Beach Club, while Hyde Beach opens earlier and Regent Carlton sits closest to the central Croisette strip.
- Address: 64 Bd de la Croisette, 06400 Cannes
- Rating: 4.4/5 on Google Maps · 1,860 reviews (November 2026)
- Opening hours: Mon–Sun 10:00–18:00
What are the best beach clubs in Cannes?
Yes. Cannes has beach clubs, and the clearest shortlist is Carlton Beach Club for a classic Croisette day, Martinez Beach for an easier all-day flow, Baoli Beach for later energy, and Mademoiselle Gray for a calmer weekend booking.
How much do beach clubs in Cannes cost?
There is no fixed citywide price in Cannes. Croisette clubs usually cost more than the public beach, and the bill changes with sunbed or daybed rental, food and drink minimums, season, location, and whether you go for lunch or later in the day.
Do you need to book a beach club in Cannes in advance?
Carlton Beach Club is the best-known name here. Book ahead for Friday through Sunday, when the tighter lunch service and the longer bar hours mean the best tables go first.
Walk-ins can still work on quieter weekdays, but not for the easiest slots.
When is the best time to visit Cannes beach clubs?
Late morning is the easiest time to start in Cannes. Weekends work best for club lunches, the bar stays open later than lunch, and the balnéaire is closed as of November 2026.
For the most relaxed day, arrive before the lunch rush and stay into the afternoon.
Are Cannes beach clubs open during the Film Festival?
Yes, but tables tighten during Festival week, especially on the walkable Croisette stretch near the Palais des Festivals area. Carlton Beach Club’s restaurant runs Thursday to Sunday from 12 h to 16 h; the balnéaire is closed.
Are there free or public beaches in Cannes?
Yes. Plage du Midi is the free fallback outside the Croisette club strip, and it works well for a simpler beach day when club tables are full or you just want sand without a booking.
Which Cannes beach clubs are best for music and partying?
Baoli Beach is the livelier pick, and late lunches are the time to aim for if you want a more social crowd. The Croisette clubs feel more polished and controlled, so choose later opening hours when you want the room to build slowly rather than start quietly.
Where to stay in Cannes
Hotels in Cannes that fit this guide:
- Hotel De Provence (3-star · rated 9.4/10 · 1135 reviews) — Rated high by guests, it suits couples and solo travelers wanting a peaceful base with a garden and terrace in central Cannes.
- Staybridge Suites – Cannes Centre by IHG (4-star · rated 9.2/10 · 1519 reviews) — With family rooms, pets allowed, and wheelchair accessibility, it fits families and business travelers in Cannes Centre near everyday services.
- Carlton Cannes, a Regent Hotel (5-star · rated 9.4/10 · 545 reviews) — A 5-star stay on Boulevard de la Croisette fits families and couples seeking pool, terrace, and concierge support in central Cannes.
- SeaYouSoon Inn Cannes – Studios (rated 9.5/10 · 177 reviews) — Studios with air conditioning and a lift suit family travelers who prefer an easy city base near the Palais des Festivals area.
- Hôtel Pruly (3-star · rated 9.2/10 · 981 reviews) — This 3-star option suits couples and solo explorers with a garden, terrace, and concierge service on boulevard d Alsace in Cannes.
- Hôtel Barrière Le Gray d'Albion (4-star · rated 9.2/10 · 1889 reviews) — Fitness facilities (surcharge), air conditioning, room service.
- Mondrian Cannes (5-star · rated 9.4/10 · 527 reviews) — Its modern 5-star setup on boulevard de la Croisette fits families and couples, with restaurant, room service, and concierge on-site.
- Deux pièces proche Palais et plages (rated 9.2/10 · 209 reviews) — An apartment on Rue Jean Goujon suits families wanting comfort and convenience, with WiFi, air conditioning, and a 24-hour front desk.
- Hotel Albert 1er (3-star · rated 8.9/10 · 1083 reviews) — This family-friendly hotel suits travelers exploring Cannes from Avenue De Grasse, with room service, terrace, and shared lounge space.
- Hotel America (4-star · rated 9/10 · 1233 reviews) — Ideal for couples, it places you on Rue Notre Dame near the Palais des Festivals and Rue d’Antibes, with concierge and lift access.
Frequently asked questions
Which Cannes beach clubs are best for luxury?
Carlton Beach Club and Regent Carlton Cannes are the clearest luxury-leaning choices on the Croisette, with Hôtel Martinez – The Unbound Collection by Hyatt close behind. Carlton Beach Club is central and has a short Thursday-to-Sunday lunch window.
Which Cannes beach clubs have a pool?
The listed Cannes beach clubs here are beach and restaurant venues, not pool clubs, so none of them is identified as having a pool. For a pool-focused day, you would need to look beyond these Croisette addresses.
What is the difference between a beach club and a beach bar in Cannes?
A beach club is usually a seated daytime venue with food service and reserved spots on the sand, while a beach bar is more about drinks and a lighter stop-in format. On the Croisette, that usually means longer lunches and more booking pressure.
Can you get a front-row sunbed at a Cannes beach club?
You can sometimes, but it is the first thing that sells out on busy days. Carlton Beach Club runs Thursday to Sunday from 12:00 to 16:00, so the earliest lunch slots are the ones most likely to secure the best sand positions.
Which Cannes beach clubs can you book online?
The better-known Croisette clubs can usually be reserved online, including Carlton Beach Club, Hyde Beach Cannes, Mademoiselle Gray Plage Barrière, and Ciro’s Cannes Restaurant et plage privée. That matters most on weekends and during the Cannes Film Festival.
Which Cannes beach club should you choose?
Start with location, then use the hours to narrow the day. For a classic Croisette lunch, Carlton Beach Club or Martinez Beach works well; for music and energy, Baoli Beach; for a quieter, low-key day, the public beach at Plage du Midi.
