It is the next stop in the F1 Calendar and for most mortals, attending the Monaco Grand Prix is a nothing but a pipe dream. For spectators & drivers alike the circuit is one of the world’s most anticipated and thrilling live sporting events, but it is also known to be earth-shatteringly expensive. But it doesn’t have to be.
To help make it accessible for all, Millionaire Escapes has compile a selection of some of the best places to stay near Monaco. These destinations are all less than 50km from Monaco but were up to 81% cheaper last year, so you can still enjoy the event and the French Riviera at a fraction of what it would normally cost.
Antibes, France
Enclosed by 16th-century star-shaped ramparts, the Riviera town of Antibes is not only irresistibly pretty but was 78% cheaper than Monaco during the Grand Prix and only 30km away.
Get the celebrity treatment with world-class service at Hôtel Belles Rives, situated right on the water front in the French Riviera town of Juan-les-Pins, 10 km from Cannes and 23 km from Nice. This authentic Art Deco palace offers air-conditioned rooms with a TV and a balcony.
Eze, France
Though St Tropez and Cannes may get all the recognition, Eze is often referred to as the Riviera’s real showpiece. Within this clifftop coastal village you’ll find Belle Époque villas hidden behind wrought iron gates and streets filled with bougainvillea, wisteria, and lemon trees. It was 37% cheaper than Monaco but only 5km away.
Set between the mountains and the sea, located near the medieval village of Eze, this charming hotel provides comfortable accommodation.
The Eze Hotel Hermitage has been completely renovated to offer you pleasant living areas during for your visit to the region. All guestrooms are equipped with modern en suite facilities and offer panoramic views of the surrounding landscape.
Nice, France
Lining the curved Bay of Angels, the seaside city of Nice is sunshine and glitz. Decadent hotels, restaurants and casinos line the Promenade des Anglais, while flower markets and the scent of freshly-baked baguette wafting from boulangeries maintain the Provençal feel. Nice was 60% cheaper than Monaco during the Grand Prix and only 14km away.
The Radisson Blu Hotel Nice is located just 1 minute walk from the beach, located on the Promenade des Anglais. Elegantly decorated the Radisson Blu Hotel features a private beach and a rooftop swimming pool offering panoramic views of the Mediterranean Sea. Free WiFi is also available throughout the entire property including the beach.
Roquebrune-Cap-Martin, France
An elegant, burnt-orange bell tower stands tall against the royal blue ocean backdrop on the edge of the cape. This is the rustic, medieval village of Roquebrune-Cap-Martin, just 4km from Monaco yet 44% cheaper during the Grand Prix.
Located in Roquebrune-Cap-Martin, Résidence Pierre & Vacances Premium Julia Augusta features a heated, outdoor seasonal swimming pool. This self-catering accommodation offers a sun terrace on the roof and a playing area for children in the reception lounge.
Menton, France
On the French-Italian border, Menton is a town of lemon groves, steep, winding streets, gardens laid out by the English nobility, and a fine Baroque Basilica with a landmark belltower. To stay here during Grand Prix week was 72% cheaper than in Monaco, while only 7km away.
Stay at the Grand Hôtel des Ambassadeurs, this property is 10 minutes walk from the beach, 800m from Jean-Cocteau Museum. Guests can enjoy the on-site bar. Free WiFi is available in the common areas. All rooms include a flat-screen TV with cable channels. Certain units feature a seating area for your convenience. You will find a coffee machine and a kettle in the room. The rooms are equipped with a private bathroom. For your comfort, you will find bathrobes, slippers and free toiletries.
