Your stay — Relais Sud
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The Property — Relais Sud
Relais Sud is a clean, whitewashed three-star just off the main drag in Juan-les-Pins, Antibes’ seaside quarter. The lobby feels like a smart Ibiza beach club — tiled floors, low sofas, big windows letting in the Riviera light. It’s for travellers who want a straightforward, decent base near the beach without the frills or price tag of a five-star. The USP is location and value: two minutes from the sands and fifteen minutes walk from the old town.
Chronicles of Antibes
Antibes was founded by the Greeks in the 5th century BC as Antipolis, then became a Roman and later a French stronghold. Its old town sits inside 16th-century ramparts built by Vauban, with narrow streets and a daily market in the covered Provençal hall. In the 1920s, the artist colony at the Château Grimaldi — now the Picasso Museum — put the town on the cultural map. Today it balances a working port, a yacht marina and family-friendly beaches, less blingy than Cannes or Monaco.
Best Time to Visit
Full Antibes guide →Best months
May, June and September: warm sea temperatures, long daylight and fewer crowds than July–August. The Mistral wind often clears humidity in May.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are absolute peak. The jazz festival in July (Antibes Jazz à Juan) draws big crowds for ten days, and the local fireworks on Bastille Day (14 July) fill every room. Hotel prices double from shoulder rates; advance booking essential.
Budget shoulder season
Late September and early October: hotel prices drop by 30–40%, the sea is still warm (22°C), and the summer queue for the Picasso Museum vanishes. Rain risk rises slightly but days are often clear.
Weather & packing
The Mistral can blow strong even in July — a stiff, dry wind from the north that makes 30°C feel cool. Pack a lightweight windbreaker or a cotton hoodie even if your phone says 'sunny 30°C'.
Live City Briefing — Antibes
- The Antibes old town pedestrian zone has been extended from the Marché Provençal down Rue Sade, with more café pavement space and less car noise — easier walking.
- Juan-les-Pins beach bars now require advance booking for sunbeds on weekends; walk-ins are still fine on weekdays. The new direct bus line from Nice airport (Bus 250, runs every 30 minutes) cuts the journey to 40 minutes.
- The Picasso Museum is closed for summer maintenance from 5 July to 14 July 2026. Check before planning a visit on those dates.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Relais Sud, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Rooms on the first floor (European first floor, one flight up) facing the rear garden or courtyard. They tend to be quieter and may have a small terrace or direct garden access.
Rooms to avoid
Ground-floor rooms at the front of the building. They face the street (966, Antibes is a main road) and pick up traffic noise from early morning. Also avoid rooms directly above the breakfast room or reception if there is a bar area—even a small one can generate chatter until late.
Best views
Rooms at the back offer views of the garden or a quiet residential courtyard. The front-facing rooms have a street view—predictable but not special, and with traffic noise.
Quietest floors
First floor and higher (likely up to the third floor, given it's a 3-star with no lift), provided they face away from the street. The upper floors also reduce footfall noise from above.
🔊 Noise notes
The hotel is on a main road through Antibes, so street noise is the primary source, especially on the ground floor. Early morning deliveries to nearby shops and the hotel's own breakfast prep can add to it. The area is otherwise residential and quiet in the evening.
Insider tips
1. If you drive, ask about on-site parking reservation in advance—street parking in Antibes is tight and pay-by-meter. 2. Request a room on the first floor at the back when booking; it's the quietest option and may come with a small private outdoor space.
- 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 — Relais Sud
Free WiFi throughout, speed roughly 30 Mbps, no login required
One lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections
Complimentary digital newsstand via PressReader in the lobby; no physical newspapers
Check-in from 15:00; early bag drop available from 10:00. Late check-out until 13:00 costs €40, after 13:00 charged a full night
Free storage on request, available during front desk hours (07:00-23:00)
Step-free access via a ramp at the side entrance; ground-floor rooms available, but lift does not accommodate wheelchairs wider than 70 cm
On-site parking €18 per night, reservation needed. Nearest public car park is Parking des Pins at 5-minute walk, €12 per 24h. No EV charging on site
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €3.30 per person per night
Deposit & card hold: A deposit equal to the first night is charged at booking; a €50 per night incidental card hold is taken at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Chapelle Sainte-Thérèse (583 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: Chapelle Saint-Jean (1.1 km · ~13 min walk)
- Church: Église de Jésus-Christ des saints des derniers jours (1.5 km · ~18 min walk)
- Church: Église Protestante Évangélique (1.5 km · ~19 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Espace Antibes — 1.5 km · ~19 min walk
Square François Pierre Cerutti — 280 m · ~4 min walk
Anthéa — 2.5 km · ~32 min walk
Aire de jeux des roses — 944 m · ~12 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 896 m · ~11 min walk
Grande Pharmacie de la Croix Rouge — 193 m · ~2 min walk
Vival — 52 m · ~1 min walk
Pôle d´Échanges d´Antibes — 2.8 km · ~35 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use bank ATMs for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at Nice airport or tourist spots which charge high fees and poor rates.
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted in shops and restaurants; contactless and Apple Pay/Google Pay common for small amounts. Cash still useful for markets and small cafes.
Not expected; round up the bill or leave a couple of euros for good service. Tipping taxi drivers and hotel staff is not standard but a small gesture appreciated.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Espresso at a bar counter, around €1.50–2.00.
Formule du jour (set lunch) at a working-class cafe, around €13–16.
Pizza or pasta dish at a simple trattoria, around €14–18.
Pan bagnat (tuna salad sandwich) or socca (chickpea pancake) from stalls in the old town market area.
Carrefour City, Intermarché, Lidl.
Rue de la République and the old town have a mix of affordable chain stores and independent boutiques.
Single bus ticket €1.50 (valid 74 mins on Envibus network); no day pass is cheaper if making few trips. From Nice airport, take bus 250 to Antibes for €1.70.
Buy food at the covered market (Marché Provençal) just before closing for discounts. Fill a water bottle at public fountains. Visit beaches outside July–August for lower accommodation prices.
Good to know — Antibes
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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 Relais Sud
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 896 m · ~11 min walk — pharmacy · Grande Pharmacie de la Croix Rouge — 193 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 Relais Sud?
Rooms on the first floor (European first floor, one flight up) facing the rear garden or courtyard. They tend to be quieter and may have a small terrace or direct garden access.
Which rooms should I avoid at Relais Sud?
Ground-floor rooms at the front of the building. They face the street (966, Antibes is a main road) and pick up traffic noise from early morning. Also avoid rooms directly above the breakfast room or reception if there is a bar area—even a small one can generate chatter until late.
Is Relais Sud noisy?
The hotel is on a main road through Antibes, so street noise is the primary source, especially on the ground floor. Early morning deliveries to nearby shops and the hotel's own breakfast prep can add to it. The area is otherwise residential and quiet in the evening.
Which rooms have the best views at Relais Sud?
Rooms at the back offer views of the garden or a quiet residential courtyard. The front-facing rooms have a street view—predictable but not special, and with traffic noise.
What are insider tips for staying at Relais Sud?
1. If you drive, ask about on-site parking reservation in advance—street parking in Antibes is tight and pay-by-meter. 2. Request a room on the first floor at the back when booking; it's the quietest option and may come with a small private outdoor space.
What time is check-in at Relais Sud?
Check-in at Relais Sud is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Relais Sud have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi throughout, speed roughly 30 Mbps, no login required
Is there a city or tourist tax at Relais Sud?
€3.30 per person per night
Where can I eat cheaply near Relais Sud?
Formule du jour (set lunch) at a working-class cafe, around €13–16.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Relais Sud?
Single bus ticket €1.50 (valid 74 mins on Envibus network); no day pass is cheaper if making few trips. From Nice airport, take bus 250 to Antibes for €1.70.
When is the best time to visit Antibes?
May, June and September: warm sea temperatures, long daylight and fewer crowds than July–August. The Mistral wind often clears humidity in May.
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.