Menton

Situated near the old town, within walking distance of the train station and 250m from the beach.

This modern hotel has a restaurant and roof-top solarium with adjacent bar. All 90 rooms are air-conditioned and most have balconies. They are also equipped with bath and WC, TV, telephone, modem point, minibar, private safe and hair dryer. Buffet breakfast is included.

Half Board: £17. High season supplement in Sep: £6, Reduction in October: £12

You simply could not wish for a more privileged location than that enjoyed by this very superior three star on the Mediterranean seafront, in the centre of Menton and 5 minutes walk from the station.

Modern in design and state-of-the-art comfort, yet reassuringly traditional in the genuine warmth of welcome and elegant interior decor, the hotel oozes quality. The 40 rooms are spacious, comfortable and tastefully decorated, fully sound-proofed, air-conditioned and with private terrace. All are with bath or shower, wc, satellite tv, safe and minibar. There is a comfortable lounge, bar and rooftop solarium with jacuzzi and sauna. Buffet breakfast looking out on the Med.

Rooms with Sea View: £6 (from 1 Nov 08: £4). Reduction 1 Nov - 19 Dec 08: £4. Lemon Festival supplement 13 Feb - 1 Mar 09: £4 standard, £8 with sea view.