Croisette Beach

Croisette Beach is a private beach, restaurant and bar located at 65 Boulevard de la Croisette, on one of the most glamorous stretches of the Cannes waterfront. Affiliated with the nearby Hôtel Croisette Beach Cannes – MGallery, the venue combines rows of serviced sunbeds, Mediterranean swimming and relaxed seaside dining in a polished bohemian-chic setting. It is positioned between some of the city’s legendary luxury hotels, with wide views across the Bay of Cannes, the Lérins Islands and the Estérel Massif. In other words, this is the Côte d’Azur as the movies promised it: golden sand, blue water, chilled drinks and an excellent chance of spotting sunglasses considerably more expensive than your flight.

Despite its inclusion in a gay travel guide, Croisette Beach is not a gay beach and should not be presented as an exclusively or predominantly LGBTQ+ venue. Its guests are a varied international mix of hotel residents, couples, families, groups of friends and visitors spending a day on the Croisette. Gay travelers should nevertheless feel perfectly comfortable here. Cannes is accustomed to welcoming a cosmopolitan crowd, and this refined hotel-operated beach is generally inclusive and LGBTQ+-friendly. It is particularly suitable for gay couples or friends looking for comfort, service and a stylish environment rather than a specifically queer social or cruising scene.

The beach area is arranged around sunbeds and parasols positioned directly on the sand. Guests can alternate between swimming in the Mediterranean, relaxing in the sunshine and ordering refreshments without leaving their lounger. Sunbed access is paid and availability can become limited during warm weekends, major conventions and the Cannes Film Festival. Advance booking is therefore strongly recommended during the high season. Prices can vary according to the date, location of the lounger and package selected. Anyone seeking a free public beach will find other sections of shoreline in Cannes, but Croisette Beach is designed as a serviced experience where part of the pleasure comes from letting somebody else handle the practical details.

The restaurant emphasizes Mediterranean flavors and seasonal ingredients, with dishes intended to suit the sunny waterfront atmosphere. Menus may include salads, seafood, grilled fish or meat, vegetables, sharing plates and lighter options suitable for lunch beside the sea. Vegetarian and vegan choices may also be available. Cocktails, wine and other refreshments are served at the bar and on the beach. The precise menu changes over time, so travelers with allergies or strict dietary requirements should speak directly with the staff. This is a smart beach restaurant rather than a cheap snack bar, and its prices reflect the Croisette location, the service and the setting.

The mood is elegant but relaxed. Swimwear is natural around the loungers, while a shirt, cover-up or similarly presentable outfit is advisable when sitting down in the restaurant. The venue is made for unhurried lunches, sun-soaked afternoons and drinks with friends rather than wild all-night partying. Private celebrations and special events may occasionally alter access or the atmosphere. Water sports are available from a nearby pontoon, although these activities can be operated separately and should be booked with the relevant provider.

Croisette Beach remains open in 2026 at 65 Boulevard de la Croisette. The establishment currently advertises daytime opening, while sunbed service may operate on a more limited, seasonal and weather-dependent schedule. Always check the official website or contact the beach before visiting. Come for a comfortable day beside the Mediterranean, not for a gay-only crowd: the experience is inclusive, photogenic and unmistakably Cannes, with just enough Riviera glamour to make an ordinary pair of swim shorts feel almost ready for the red carpet.