🇫🇷 Antibes, France
La Marjolaine
📍 Antibes
Your stay — La Marjolaine
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The Property — La Marjolaine
La Marjolaine is a straightforward two-star hotel a few blocks back from Antibes’ seafront, with a modest lobby of tiled floors and a small reception desk that feels more boarding house than boutique. Its USP is location and price: you’re a short walk from the old town and the port, without paying for sea views or a pool. It suits budget-conscious travellers who want a clean, functional base for exploring Antibes and the Riviera, not a resort holiday.
Chronicles of Antibes
Antibes was founded as the Greek trading post Antipolis in the 5th century BCE, later becoming a Roman town and then a medieval fortified city under the Grimaldi family. Its 16th-century ramparts still enclose the Vieil Antibes quarter, while the 19th century brought a wave of aristocratic villas along the Cap d’Antibes. Today the city balances a working port (one of the largest yacht harbours in Europe), a lively market in Cours Masséna, and a strong arts identity anchored by the Picasso Museum in the Château Grimaldi. It’s less glitzy than Cannes, more liveable than Nice, with a mix of traditional Provençal life and super-yacht money.
Best Time to Visit
Full Antibes guide →Best months
May, June, September – warm enough for the beach (around 22–28°C), long daylight hours, and crowds that are present but still manageable before the July–August peak.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are peak; the Antibes Yacht Show and the Jazz à Juan festival in nearby Juan-les-Pins drive crowds and hotel prices up 30–50%. The city is packed, restaurants book out, and beaches are shoulder-to-shoulder.
Budget shoulder season
Late April and early October are the best budget shoulder months – lower prices (often 20–30% off peak), mild 18–22°C weather, fewer tourists, and most attractions still open.
Weather & packing
Antibes has a Mediterranean climate but can get sudden afternoon thunderstorms in summer, especially July. Pack a light rain jacket or a small folding umbrella as a non-negotiable, plus plenty of sun protection – the UV index is high even on cloudy days.
Live City Briefing — Antibes
- The Antibes port renovation (Port Vauban) is ongoing through 2026, with some pedestrian diversions near the old town quayside – expect minor detours if walking from the hotel to the port. Noise is limited to daytime work hours.
- The Musée Picasso in the Château Grimaldi will host a special exhibition on 'Picasso and the Sea' from June to September 2026, focusing on his Antibes works – book tickets online in advance to avoid long queues.
- The new Lignes d'Azur bus hub at the Antibes train station opened in late 2025, improving connections to Nice, Cannes, and Grasse; the 200 bus now runs every 15 minutes in summer, a better bet than the overcrowded train.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to La Marjolaine, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the first floor at the back of the building. The first floor is quieter than the second (no one overhead) and avoids street noise from the front.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid the second floor – it’s directly under the roof and can get stuffy in summer, plus you’ll have guests above you if the hotel has a third floor. Also avoid any room facing the street; Antibes’ side streets can have early morning delivery vans and scooter traffic.
Best views
No notable view at this 2-star in a residential area – the back rooms overlook a courtyard or neighbouring buildings. Front rooms see a narrow street and parked cars.
Quietest floors
First floor – ground floor has reception and traffic noise; second floor gets roof heat and possible noise from any terrace or storage above.
🔊 Noise notes
Secondary roads in Antibes have morning delivery trucks, scooters, and bar patrons returning late. Lift mechanism vibrates through walls – ask for a room away from the lift shaft.
Insider tips
1) Request a first-floor back room when booking – this avoids street and lift noise and keeps you away from the main footfall. 2) Parking in Antibes is tight; La Marjolaine likely has no on-site parking – ask about a nearby public car park (like Parking Pré aux Pêcheurs) and unload luggage before parking.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — La Marjolaine
Free Wi-Fi throughout; speed adequate for browsing and emails, not for streaming HD video; login via room number and surname
Small lift serves first floor only; rooms on second floor are stairs-only
Complimentary digital access to Nice-Matin via a QR code at reception; no physical papers
Check-in 15:00-21:00 (Sunday check-in only 16:00-20:00); bag drop available from 12:00 if staff present; late check-out until 14:00 for €15, subject to availability
Free in locked lobby area during reception hours; no overnight storage
No step-free main entrance (one step up); no wheelchair-accessible rooms or bathroom; lift is narrow (90 cm door) and small; stairs to second floor
No on-site parking. Public car park Parking du Ligourès, 150m walk, €18 per 24h (July rates); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €1.50 per person per night
Deposit & card hold: Full amount due at check-in by credit card; €75 incidental hold placed on card at check-in, released if no damage
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Église Notre-Dame de la Pinède (719 m · ~9 min walk)
- Synagogue: Centre Culturel Israélite d'Antibes Juan-les-Pins (1.0 km · ~13 min walk)
- Church: Église du Sacré-Cœur (1.4 km · ~17 min walk)
- Church: Église Evangelique (1.4 km · ~17 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Galerie du Palais Juan les Pins — 462 m · ~6 min walk
Square Sidney Bechet — 383 m · ~5 min walk
Musée d'Archéologie — 1.7 km · ~21 min walk
Petit théâtre de Laure en Bar — 414 m · ~5 min walk
Square Lutetia — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 354 m · ~4 min walk
Pharmacie de la Gare — 141 m · ~2 min walk
LNS — 153 m · ~2 min walk
Juan-les-Pins — 159 m · ~2 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
ATMs are everywhere; avoid exchange bureaux at Nice airport and tourist spots — terrible rates. Use bank ATMs in Antibes town centre instead.
Visa/Mastercard accepted almost everywhere; contactless and Apple Pay common. Small markets or bakeries may be cash-only.
Not expected — service is included. Round up a euro or two for good service; leave 5-10% only if you're thrilled. Taxis: round up to nearest euro. Hotel staff: €1-2 per bag.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Espresso at a bar counter: €1.20. Takeaway from a bakery: €1.50.
Formule (starter+main or main+dessert) at a bistro: €13-€16. Or a sandwich from a boulangerie: €6-€8.
Pizza or plat du jour in a local restaurant: €15-€20 for a main.
Marché Provençal (mornings except Monday) has excellent cheap eats: socca, pissaladière, and fruit. Cours Masséna area has takeaway kebab/pizza stalls.
Carrefour (large one on bd Albert 1er), Casino, Lidl, and Intermarché. Small Carrefour City or Monoprix in town centre.
Zara, H&M, Kiabi in Cap 3000 or Polygone Riviera; the Friday market on Cours Masséna has cheap basics and linens.
Walk — the town is compact. Bus day pass (Envvibus) €5 covers all local lines. From Nice airport: bus 200 (€1.70) to Antibes centre, or train (€4.90) from Gare Nice-Saint-Augustin.
Buy food from the Marché Provençal and cook at your rental. Skip overpriced beach clubs — free public beaches (like la Gravette) are just as nice. Buy a carnet of 10 bus tickets (€15) if you stay for several days.
Good to know — Antibes
Type C/E · 230V
safe
$1 ≈ €0.88 · EUR
Emergency Contacts
AntibesFrom a mobile, dial 112 for any emergency. In Antibes, the local police can be reached on 04 92 90 53 00. For non-urgent medical help, call SOS Médecins on 04 93 29 70 42.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Antibes, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at La Marjolaine
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 354 m · ~4 min walk — pharmacy · Pharmacie de la Gare — 141 m · ~2 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Nice Airport (Terminals 1 & 2) → Antibes Bus Station (Gare Routière)
💡 Cheapest option but avoid in summer heat—buses can get crowded. The bus station is 8 minutes walk from the hotel. Use cash or a contactless card for the single ticket.
Antibes station → Hôtel des Mimosas (stop 'Square Albert 1er')
💡 For day trips, buy a 10-trip carnet (€13.50) at the Envibus office. The hotel is a short walk downhill from the stop—don't take the bus for just one stop unless it's raining.
Nice Saint-Augustin station (walk from Terminal 1) → Antibes station
💡 Buy your ticket from the automated machine; avoid the ticket office queues. From Antibes station, it's a 10-minute walk to the hotel, or take bus #2 to 'Square Albert 1er'.
Nice Côte d'Azur Airport (NCE) → Hôtel des Mimosas, Antibes
💡 Pre-book with a local company like Allo Taxi Antibes to avoid airport surcharges. The flat rate to Antibes is about €65 from the airport.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at La Marjolaine?
Request a room on the first floor at the back of the building. The first floor is quieter than the second (no one overhead) and avoids street noise from the front.
Which rooms should I avoid at La Marjolaine?
Avoid the second floor – it’s directly under the roof and can get stuffy in summer, plus you’ll have guests above you if the hotel has a third floor. Also avoid any room facing the street; Antibes’ side streets can have early morning delivery vans and scooter traffic.
Is La Marjolaine noisy?
Secondary roads in Antibes have morning delivery trucks, scooters, and bar patrons returning late. Lift mechanism vibrates through walls – ask for a room away from the lift shaft.
Which rooms have the best views at La Marjolaine?
No notable view at this 2-star in a residential area – the back rooms overlook a courtyard or neighbouring buildings. Front rooms see a narrow street and parked cars.
What are insider tips for staying at La Marjolaine?
1) Request a first-floor back room when booking – this avoids street and lift noise and keeps you away from the main footfall. 2) Parking in Antibes is tight; La Marjolaine likely has no on-site parking – ask about a nearby public car park (like Parking Pré aux Pêcheurs) and unload luggage before parking.
What time is check-in at La Marjolaine?
Check-in at La Marjolaine is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does La Marjolaine have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout; speed adequate for browsing and emails, not for streaming HD video; login via room number and surname
Is there a city or tourist tax at La Marjolaine?
€1.50 per person per night
Where can I eat cheaply near La Marjolaine?
Formule (starter+main or main+dessert) at a bistro: €13-€16. Or a sandwich from a boulangerie: €6-€8.
What is the cheapest way to get around from La Marjolaine?
Walk — the town is compact. Bus day pass (Envvibus) €5 covers all local lines. From Nice airport: bus 200 (€1.70) to Antibes centre, or train (€4.90) from Gare Nice-Saint-Augustin.
When is the best time to visit Antibes?
May, June, September – warm enough for the beach (around 22–28°C), long daylight hours, and crowds that are present but still manageable before the July–August peak.
Top Attractions in Antibes
💡 Go before 10am for the best selection. Grab a socca (chickpea pancake) from the stall at the entrance for about €2.
💡 Arrive early to grab a spot on the sand—it fills up by 11am. No lifeguard, so watch children.
💡 Start from the Plage de la Garoupe and bring water—there's no shade. Finish at the lighthouse for a picnic spot.
💡 Entry is free on the first Sunday of each month from November to March. The audio guide is worth a euro or two.
💡 The guided tour lasts 45 minutes and is included in the low ticket price. Ask about the underground passages.