The Top 5 Resort Hotels in France in 2020 By Tanvi Chheda Tanvi Chheda Twitter Tanvi Chheda is a freelance writer and editor with more than a decade of experience covering travel, arts and culture, fashion, and food. Born in Bombay, Tanvi got her start as a features writer at Elle India before joining Travel + Leisure as an assistant editor. Her writing has since appeared in several publications, including Afar, Departures, Delta Sky, Virtuoso Life; Westways, The New York Times, and Ciao Bambino. From taking her daughter to Peru at age 2 to exploring national parks in the U.S. with her family, Tanvi is passionate about sharing her love of adventure and discovery with her kids. When she's not traveling or writing, she enjoys vegetarian cooking and reading. She lives in Los Angeles with her husband and two children. * 15+ years of experience as a writer and editor * Received a master's degree in journalism from Northwestern University * Received a bachelor's degree in English from Cornell University Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines Published on July 8, 2020 Share Tweet Pin Email Photo: Courtesy of Château de la Chèvre d'Or This year’s World’s Best Awards survey closed on March 2, just before widespread stay-at-home orders were implemented as a result of COVID-19. The results reflect our readers’ experiences before the pandemic, but we hope that this year’s honorees will inspire your trips to come — whenever they may be. In the south of France, along a corridor between Cannes and Monaco, glamorous hotels have played host to glittery guests for decades. The crème de la crème that comprise this year’s best resorts in France have welcomed everyone from Pablo Picasso and Marc Chagall to Elizabeth Taylor to the Obamas and U2’s Bono. But judging from the plaudits given by T+L readers, the five hotels honored here make every guest feel like a celebrity. Every year for our World’s Best Awards survey, T+L asks readers to weigh in on travel experiences around the globe — to share their opinions on the top hotels, resorts, cities, islands, cruise ships, spas, airlines, and more. Hotels were rated on their facilities, location, service, food, and overall value. Properties were classified as city or resort based on their locations and amenities. Related: The World's Best Awards 2020 The 349-room Hôtel Barrière Le Majestic (No. 5) in Cannes naturally sees its fair share of excitement during the annual film festival, but the city thrums with energy even when the red carpet isn’t rolled out. And as one reader attested, this property puts travelers in prime position to enjoy it all since it’s an “easy walk to all of the local shops/restaurants.” On the tip of the Cap-Ferrat peninsula sits the Grand-Hôtel du Cap-Ferrat, a Four Seasons hotel, which jumps up to No. 2 after coming in fourth last year. Dating back to 1908, the 74-room resort retains eye-catching historic elements, such as a rotunda designed by Gustave Eiffel. Today the property includes a pool club, tennis courts, a spa, and a Michelin-starred restaurant, so there are plenty of ways for guests to unwind. Scavenger hunts and swimming lessons entertain families with kids. And given Four Seasons’ reputation for service, it comes as no surprise that one reader wrote, “the staff is above and beyond.” This year’s winner, a beloved property in the region, holds fast to the No. 1 spot again. Scroll on to read more. 1. Château de la Chèvre d’Or, Èze Courtesy of Château de la Chèvre d'Or Score: 93.76 More information: chevredor.com First opened as a restaurant in 1953, this stone château on the Côte d’Azur commands what one reader called a “spectacular” view of the Mediterranean. Walt Disney himself persuaded the owner Robert Wolf to buy houses in the surrounding medieval village to serve as hotel rooms, and historians believe the château and its environs likely served as inspiration for Walt Disney’s own Magic Kingdom. Present-day guests who experience the gardens, infinity pools, and now Michelin-starred restaurant clearly feel that special quality too. One reader remarked that the property is “enchanting,” while another enthused that it’s “a five-star exquisite retreat that takes your breath away.” 2. Grand-Hôtel du Cap-Ferrat, a Four Seasons Hotel, St.-Jean-Cap-Ferrat Courtesy of Grand-Hôtel du Cap-Ferrat Score: 93.45 More information: fourseasons.com 3. Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc, Cap d’Antibes Courtesy of Oetker Collection’s Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc Score: 93.43 More information: oetkercollection.com 4. Château Eza, Èze Courtesy of Château Eza Score: 91.50 More information: chateaueza.com 5. Hôtel Barrière Le Majestic, Cannes Courtesy of Hotel Barrière Le Majestic Score: 90.44 More information: hotelsbarriere.com See all of our readers' favorite hotels, cities, airlines, cruise lines, and more in the World's Best Awards for 2020. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit