Hôtel Napoléon Menton

The more holiday-shaped Menton option: sea, a little more space and less need to pretend the hotel is merely functional.

Napoléon is for travellers who want Menton to be the stay, not simply the last stop on a train day from Nice. The eastern position and seaside feel make it a stronger choice for slowing down than for maximising daily mileage.

That is not a weakness if your plan is beach, old town, gardens and a Monaco outing. It is only a weakness if you intend to commute to Cannes every morning for sport.

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