Hotel Royal-Riviera

What Hotel Royal-Riviera does

Hotel Royal-Riviera is a privately held 5-star luxury hotel (legal entity: ROYAL RIVIERA HOTEL SAS) operating since 1904 on the Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat peninsula on the Côte d'Azur, 15 minutes from both Nice and Monaco. The property comprises 96 rooms and suites split between a main building (78 rooms, 58 with sea or sea-and-garden views) and the private Villa l'Orangerie (18 rooms and suites), set within 2 hectares of Mediterranean gardens designed by landscape architect Jean Mus. Following a 1999 renovation and repositioning under Grace LEO of G.L.A. Hotels, the hotel adopted a neo-Hellenistic interior inspired by neighboring Villa Kérylos and currently holds a Michelin Key.

The business model is multi-stream luxury hospitality revenue: room revenue (Standard through Suite categories, 20m² to 156m²), three F&B outlets (La Table du Royal gastronomic restaurant with a €190 tasting menu under chef Geoffroy Szamburski, the Mediterranean Jasmin Grill & Lounge, and seasonal offerings), two bars (Bar Le Cap and Bar Jasmin), 24-hour room service, a Thalgo-branded spa, a seasonal private beach (90 loungers, €41 full day), year-round heated outdoor pool, fitness/sauna/hammam, and a meetings/events business with three meeting rooms (up to 161m² combined, theater capacity ~120) plus full-hotel privatization and dedicated services for car launches, incentives, and film/photoshoots. Distribution runs through direct channels (Synxis booking engine, phone/email sales teams for individuals, groups, and concierge) and indirect networks (Virtuoso, Leading Hotels of the World, Serandipians, Signature, American Express), supported by an active presence on Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn, and email.

The hotel targets luxury leisure travelers, families (a dedicated children's program with connecting rooms, kids' menus, and activities), corporate groups (seminars, committees, incentives), and private-event clients (weddings, product launches, film productions). Ancillary revenue is being deliberately expanded through 2026 via new experiential products (The Moon Experience astronomy dinners, Epicentre chef collaboration, weekly BBQ and afternoon tea programming, outdoor cinema with picnic), themed escape packages, and ESG initiatives including SapoCycle soap recycling and a Clef Verte certification in progress. Technology is limited to standard hospitality systems (Synxis reservations, ResDiary restaurant bookings, Google Analytics), with no proprietary platform or disclosed AI/ML capabilities.

Name

Hotel Royal-Riviera

Legal name

ROYAL RIVIERA HOTEL SAS

Website

https://royal-riviera.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1904

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Hotel Royal-Riviera is a 5-star luxury hotel on the Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat peninsula (Côte d'Azur) offering 96 rooms and suites, three restaurants, two bars, a Thalgo spa, private beach, and event facilities, serving luxury leisure travelers, families, and corporate groups.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Luxury Hotels

NAICS

Hotels (except Casino Hotels) and Motels (721110), Traveler Accommodation (7211), Accommodation (721)

SIC

Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000), Hotels & Motels (7011)

akta.pro primary industry

Beachfront & Island Luxury Resorts (THAGACAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Resort-Area Full-Service Hotels (Non–All-Inclusive) (THAGAAAD), Hotel & Resort Convention Venues (Convention Hotels) (THAHAAAC)

Keywords

• Luxury hotel accommodations
• Fine dining restaurants
• Spa wellness services
• Private event hosting
• Beachfront resort hospitality

Headquarters

HQ city

Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Room Revenue: The hotel generates primary revenue from renting its 94-96 rooms and suites across the main building and Villa l'Orangerie. Room categories range from Standard (20m2) to Suites (up to 156m2) with varying views and amenities.
2. Food & Beverage: Multiple F&B outlets including: La Table du Royal (gastronomic restaurant with 190€ tasting menu), Jasmin Grill & Lounge (Mediterranean/International cuisine), Bar Le Cap (Art Deco cocktail bar), Bar Jasmin (pool bar), Room Service (24/7), and seasonal events like BBQ nights and afternoon tea.
3. Beach & Leisure: Private beach access with 90 transats at 41€ full day or 29€ half day. Watersports activities offered through partner Cap Ferrat Watersports (ski nautique, jet ski, paddle, parachute ascensionnel).
4. Spa & Wellness: Thalgo spa center offering treatments including body and face care. Spa products sold exclusively on-site. Fitness, sauna and hammam access included for hotel guests.
5. Events & Groups: Corporate events including seminars, committees, incentives, car launches, privatizations, congresses, and filming/photoshoots. Multiple meeting rooms with capacities up to 150 people and outdoor event spaces.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Hotel Royal-Riviera operates a 5-star luxury hotel on the French Riviera in Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, offering 94 rooms and suites across the main building and the annex "L'Annexe." The property provides on-site fine dining (La Table du Royal and Jasmin Grill & Lounge), bars, a Thalgo wellness center, a private beach, heated outdoor pool, and meeting and event spaces. It also hosts bespoke experiences, incentives, weddings, filming shoots, and full-property privatizations.

Product overview

Hotel Royal-Riviera is a 5-star luxury hotel in Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat offering 96 rooms and suites across a main building (78 rooms, 58 sea/garden view) and a private Villa l'Orangerie (18 rooms). The property features three dining venues (Jasmin Grill & Lounge restaurant, La Table du Royal gastronomic restaurant, two bars), year-round heated outdoor pool, private beach, Thalgo wellness center, fitness facilities, and 2-hectare Mediterranean gardens designed by Jean Mus. The hotel operates comprehensive meetings & events services including meeting rooms, seminars, incentives, car launches, and full hotel privatization. Special experiences include The Moon Experience astronomy dinners, Picnic & Movies outdoor cinema, and seasonal BBQ and afternoon tea programs. Family programs accommodate children with connecting rooms, kids' menus, water sports, and activities. Room categories range from Standard (20m²) to Suites (55-156m²), featuring marble bathrooms and Lalique amenities.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Hotel Accommodation
• La Table du Royal
• Jasmin Grill & Lounge
• Bar Le Cap
• Bar Jasmin
• Centre de Bien-être Thalgo
• Private Beach (Plage Privée)
• Sports Nautiques
• Meeting and Event Spaces
• Hotel Privatization
• Filming and Photo Shoots (Tournages et Prises de Vues)
• Car Launch Events (Lancements de Voiture)
• Incentive Programs
• The Moon Experience
• Le BBQ du Royal
• Le Goûter du Royal
• Le Royal Football Club
• Picnic & Movies au Royal-Riviera
• Escapade Bien-être
• Escapade Découverte
• Stay Long, Pay Less
• Programme Enfant

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• THALGOcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTHALGO is the exclusive spa partner providing marine intelligence-based beauty treatments. The spa center offers THALGO products and treatments including body care, facials, and anti-aging therapies. All THALGO products are ECOCERT certified with 0% parabens, mineral oils, propylene glycol, or GMOs. Products are manufactured in France with eco-conscious design.
• Cap Ferrat WatersportsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorExternal watersports provider offering activities from the hotel's private beach including water skiing, jet ski, paddle, and parasailing. Activities are subject to the partner's schedules and regulations.
• SapoCycleminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSapoCycle recycles used soaps from the hotel, reconditioning them through people with disabilities before distribution to those in need by French humanitarian organizations.
• Galimard (Perfume Workshop)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorGalimard is featured in the Discovery Escapade package, offering perfume creation workshops at their facility in Èze for hotel guests.
• Villa Ephrussi de RothschildminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorHistoric villa near the hotel featured in the Discovery Escapade package with 2 entry tickets included. Also offers children's treasure hunts and is within walking distance.
• Leading Hotels of the WorldcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFlagship membership in the Leading Hotels of the World collection, providing access to luxury travel advisor network and high-net-worth clientele worldwide.
• VirtuosocoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartnership with Virtuoso network of luxury travel advisors providing access to elite traveler clientele and booking referrals.
• SerandipiansminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorMembership in the Traveller Made Serandipians network of elite travel professionals.
• American ExpressminorOthersFeatured payment partner offering travel benefits for American Express cardholders booking through their platform.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Le Negresco (Nice): Heritage 5-star luxury hotel on the Promenade des Anglais in Nice, 15 minutes from Royal-Riviera. Comparable heritage palace in the same Côte d'Azur catchment with event hosting and F&B offerings.
• Hôtel Hermitage Monte-Carlo: 5-star Belle Époque luxury hotel in Monaco with Michelin dining, spa, and event venues. Comparable heritage property serving same HNW and corporate event clientele in the Nice-Monaco corridor.
• Hôtel de Paris Monte-Carlo: Iconic luxury palace in Place du Casino, Monaco. Direct competitor for HNW travelers visiting the French Riviera with comparable Michelin-rated dining, spa, and event spaces.
• La Villa Mauresque: Boutique 5-star luxury hotel on the Cap Ferrat/French Riviera coast with private beach, spa, and gastronomic restaurant. Comparable intimate luxury positioning competing for similar HNW leisure travelers.
• Hôtel Martinez (Hyatt - Cannes): 5-star luxury hotel on the Croisette in Cannes, comparable heritage Côte d'Azur property hosting film festivals, corporate events, and HNW leisure guests with multiple restaurants and beach access.
• Hôtel du Cap-Eden-Roc (Oetker Collection): Legendary luxury palace on Cap d'Antibes with private waterfront, Michelin-tier dining, and event privatization. Comparable Côte d'Azur heritage 5-star palace targeting same HNW leisure and corporate incentive segments.
• Hôtel Métropole Monte-Carlo: 5-star luxury hotel in Monte-Carlo with gastronomic restaurants, spa, and event venues. Comparable Mediterranean luxury hotel serving Monaco's HNW and corporate clients with overlapping location, F&B, and event capabilities.
• Grand-Hôtel du Cap-Ferrat (Four Seasons): Iconic 5-star luxury hotel on the Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat peninsula, directly comparable heritage property serving HNW travelers with similar Mediterranean sea views, multiple restaurants, and private beach access. Closest direct competitor in the same micro-market.
• La Réserve Ramatuelle (Michel Reybier): 5-star luxury hotel near Saint-Tropez with comparable French Riviera positioning, Michelin-rated dining, spa, and event privatization for HNW clients. Competes for the same luxury leisure traveler in the broader Riviera region.

Regional players

• Château de la Messardière (Airelles): 5-star luxury palace near Saint-Tropez under Airelles collection. Comparable French Riviera luxury palace with comparable F&B, spa, and event capabilities, serving same HNW clientele but in a different micro-location.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/HotelRoyalRiviera/videos
• Facebookfacebook.com/HotelRoyalRiviera
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/royal-riviera
• Instagraminstagram.com/royalriviera

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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