"The Negresco, on the seafront in the heart of Nice, is one of the Riviera's superglamorous hotels." Full review

"This luxurious hotel on the Promenade des Anglais is a national monument where visiting heads of state occupy entire floors, and the flamboyance of the exterior is only eclipsed by the jewels within."

"With its world-famous pink dome, white wedding-cake facade, and liveried porters, the Negresco is as iconic as hotels get."

"This white-stucco slice of old-fashioned Riviera extravagance remains the icon of Nice today." Full review

"Nice’s most extravagant palace is indulging in a two-year renovation project to look its best for its centenary in 2012." Full review

"The Negresco is the grande dame of Riviera hotels and has been a landmark on the promenade des Anglais since it opened in 1913, with a seemingly endless list of rich and famous guests."

"The secret to staying one ahead is learning how to grow old gracefully. That, at least, seems to be the philosophy that keeps... the Negresco a step ahead of the competition." Full review

"By far, this is the most famous hotel in Nice and one of the true stars of the Riviera." Full review

"Hotel Le Negresco has reigned over Nice’s Bay of Angels through two world wars and 16 French presidents." Full review

"Michelin-starred dining, sea views and a wealth of antique furniture make this a popular choice among European royalty and holidaying celebrities, bang on the Med in Nice, close to Place Masséna." Full review