TOP 7 PRIVATE BEACHES IN NICE: LUXURY, SEA VIEWS & FRENCH RIVIERA LIFESTYLE

The French Riviera is synonymous with elegance and dolce vita — and Nice’s private beaches are the ultimate expression of this lifestyle. With direct access to the sea, premium services, fine dining and exclusive ambiance, here is our curated list of the 7 best private beaches in Nice, ideal for living or investing in absolute comfort.

🌟 1. Le Galet

Modern design, high-end furnishings, refined Mediterranean menu. Le Galet is a hotspot for chic locals and stylish tourists.Highlight: Trendy and always buzzing.📍 Between Le Méridien and the Negresco

🌟 2. La Vela

Trendy beach with a boho-chic spirit. Casual by day, lively by night. Highly rated restaurant.

Ideal for: Young, cosmopolitan beach lovers.📍 Near Lenval Hospital

🌟 3. Plage de l’Amour

A hidden gem offering a quiet, romantic setting away from the crowd.

Perfect for: Couples, intimate moments, photo shoots.📍 West Promenade, preserved surroundings

🌟 4. Castel Plage

Located at the base of Castle Hill, with stunning views over the bay. The restaurant is a true Nice institution.

Strong points: Unique view, elegant, low-key atmosphere.📍 Eastern end of the Promenade des Anglais

🌟 5. Beau Rivage

One of Nice’s most iconic private beaches. Chic lounge area, refined dining, and impeccable service.

Target audience: High-end, international clientele.📍 Across from the Nice Opera

🌟 6. Blue Beach

Open all year round. Great for families and offers premium services + water sports (jet ski, paddle).

For: Active families and full-time residents.📍 Near Le Méridien Hotel

🌟 7. Florida Beach

Elegant, quiet, and popular with local and expat regulars. Mediterranean cuisine and relaxed service.

Ambiance: Understated luxury.📍 Magnan district, western Promenade des Anglais

📊 PRIVATE BEACH COMPARISON TABLE:

PRIVATE BEACH	AMBIANCE	TARGET AUDIENCE	HIGHLIGHTS	DISTRICT
LE GALET	MODERN & STYLISH	LOCALS, CHIC TOURISTS	DESIGN, MUSIC, RESTAURANT	CENTRAL PROMENADE
LA VELA	BOHO & FESTIVE	YOUNG, COSMOPOLITAN	STYLE, FOOD, DJ SETS	WESTERN PROMENADE
PLAGE DE L’AMOUR	ROMANTIC & SECLUDED	COUPLES, ARTISTS	PRIVACY, EXCLUSIVITY	WEST PROMENADE
CASTEL PLAGE	SCENIC & ELEGANT	VIPs, ROMANTIC DINERS	VIEWS, GASTRONOMY	OLD NICE
BEAU RIVAGE	CHIC & LOUNGE	INTERNATIONAL CLIENTELE	LOCATION, PREMIUM SERVICE	CENTER / OLD NICE
BLUE BEACH	ACTIVE & FAMILY-FRIENDLY	FAMILIES, RESIDENTS	SPORTS, EASY ACCESS	CENTRAL PROMENADE
FLORIDA BEACH	CALM & SOPHISTICATED	EXPATS, REGULARS	PRIVACY, FINE CUISINE	WEST PROMENADE (MAGNAN)

🏡 LIVE OR INVEST NEARBY?

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✅ Premium locations✅ High rental demand✅ A unique lifestyle

📩 Contact us today to explore our exclusive sea-view listings in Nice.