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Hôtel Excelsior by HappyCulture

4.0 star property
Mornings begin with a mouthwatering breakfast before guests pedal out to explore the vibrant surroundings, returning to unwind in this refined retreat

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Hôtel Excelsior by HappyCulture near Place Massena welcomes travelers with a cozy library, garden, and scenic terrace. Guests love the attentive staff, free in-room WiFi, bike rentals, and on-site dry cleaning. The breakfast consistently earns high praise.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

Room options

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished

Classic Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(31 reviews)
  • City view
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Superior Room, Garden View | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished

Superior Room, Garden View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Junior Suite | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished

Family Junior Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Triple Junior Suite | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished

Triple Junior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Room, Balcony, Garden View | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, individually furnished

Deluxe Room, Balcony, Garden View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Located near the beach, Hôtel Excelsior by HappyCulture is in Nice City Centre, a neighborhood in Nice. Place Massena and Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild are notable landmarks, and if an activity is on the agenda, check out Monaco Harbour. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Allianz Riviera or Circuit de Monaco. Discover the area's water adventures with boat tours and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking. Visit our Nice travel guide
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19 Avenue Durante, Nice, Alpes-Maritimes, 6000

What's nearby

  • Avenue Jean Medecin
    Avenue Jean Medecin
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Nice Étoile Shopping Center
    Nice Étoile Shopping Center
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Aerial view of Place Massena square with red buildings and fountain in Nice, France
    Place Massena
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Promenade des Anglais
    Promenade des Anglais
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Hôtel Negresco
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Nice City Station
    2 min walk
  • Thiers Tramway Station
    5 min walk
  • Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE)
    14 min drive

Restaurants

  • Starbucks
    3 min walk
  • Paul
    2 min walk
  • O'Tacos
    2 min walk
  • Léopard
    3 min walk
  • Nha Trang
    3 min walk

About this property

Hôtel Excelsior by HappyCulture

Upscale hotel near Place Massena
Located close to Promenade des Anglais, Hôtel Excelsior by HappyCulture provides a poolside bar, a terrace, and a garden. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps, is available to all guests, along with a library and dry cleaning/laundry services.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), and express check-out
  • Luggage storage, smoke-free premises, and a 24-hour front desk
  • An elevator, concierge services, and a porter/bellhop
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and offer comforts such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as perks like free WiFi and air conditioning. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • Electric kettles, heating, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 18 for adults and EUR 9 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Library
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 1898
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of EUR 20 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children aged 3 and younger eat free breakfast
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: EUR 10 per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 3.48 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 18 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 18 for adults and EUR 9 for children
  • Pet fee: EUR 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
The seasonal pool will be open from June 30 to September 06
Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from the French Tourism Development Agency, ATOUT France.

Property is also known as

Excelsior Châteaux
Hôtel Excelsior Châteaux & Hôtels
Hôtel Nice Excelsior Châteaux & Hôtels Collection
Nice Excelsior Châteaux Collection
Hôtel Nice Excelsior
Hôtel Nice Excelsior Châteaux Hôtels Collection
Nice Excelsior
Excelsior Hotel Nice

Frequently asked questions

Does Hôtel Excelsior by HappyCulture have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 10:00 AM–8:00 PM.

Is Hôtel Excelsior by HappyCulture pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of EUR 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Hôtel Excelsior by HappyCulture?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Hôtel Excelsior by HappyCulture?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Does Hôtel Excelsior by HappyCulture provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Hôtel Excelsior by HappyCulture located?

Located in Nice City Centre, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Place Massena and Promenade des Anglais. Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild and Allianz Riviera are also within 9 mi (15 km). Nice City Station is only a 2-minute walk and Thiers Tramway Station is 5 minutes.

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Reviews

Hôtel Excelsior by HappyCulture Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

7.8

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 482 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 356 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 106 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

David Arthur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good central location. Very near train station with easy and cheap journeys along the coast. Good amenities in room : fridge, kettle, mugs, safe, hairdryer. Excellent shower.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel and in an excellent location for the train station. It is about a 15 - 20 min walk to the Old Town where there are loads of restaurants and bars. We didn’t have breakfast in the hotel choosing to use the local boulangeries which had delicious pastries. We had a triple room on the fourth floor (room 401) which overlooked the garden area. Balcony had the sun in the afternoon. Room clean and shower powerful. Beds were comfy as were the pillows. Had a fridge, coffee maker (with pods) and a kettle. Staff were very friendly and let us store our luggage as we arrived a few hours before check in at 3pm.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Grainne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff , breakfast & room comfy Would recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are clean and comfortable. Staff are friendly and helpful. Close to the main train station and tramway stop. Numerous dining options nearby.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location very close to the station. Breakfast could have been better and there was a lack of space for breakfast. Room was clean enough as a base to explore the city
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Debra

Average hotel. Room very small. Wouldn’t stay there again. Positives - very well situated. Reception staff were very pleasant.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Gail

Great location for ladies that like to shop and sightsee.Good access on transportation to Cannes & Monte Carlo.Breakfast provided was very good. Room clean and comfortable.Would recommend to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location close to the train station and still walkable to other areas like the old town. Beds were very comfortable and loved that my room had a little balcony. Staff were very friendly and breakfast was good.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, friendly, nice garden with lounge pool. Excellent for walking around.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful building, very welcoming staff, very nice French-style breakfast, close to the rail station and nice restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were excellent as well as the breakfast! Gutted we didn’t get a chance to use the pool area especially as the new garden furniture had just arrived! Good excuse to visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were friendly. Room was clean. And breakfast was delicious. It’s a quiet, quant area. About a 8 minute walk to the tram and the train was 3 minute walk. Tram could take you to Old Nice in minutes. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Juston

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Hotel! We stayed there for one night after our train ride from Paris to Nice Ville. Super walkable from the Nice Ville train station and a very lovely staff. Definitely would recommend, our bathroom was a little small but totally doable for one night.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Yuyang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location and just steps away from the Nice Central Station.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ayhan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
excellent hotel with excellent reception staff clean rooms excellent breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service and location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved this hotel! Amazing customer service, excellent location!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Amenities
Staff was fantastic to deal with. Unfortunately the garden area in the back was under some renovations so we couldn’t partake in that space but the hotel itself was gorgeous.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zoe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing and helpful staff and clean facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay at this hotel. Very close to the train, close to the water, and many restaurants and shops too. Really enjoyed the breakfast each day
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Conor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfortable and convenient stay

Had a very enjoyable 4-night stay. I found the staff very friendly and welcoming, the room was comfortable, the breakfast was really great and I found the location really good - short walk to old town and promenade that allowed you explore other parts of nice on the way.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely loved this property. Nice boutique style, walkable to everything, and the staff was so friendly. Our room was very clean and comfortable -- loved the bed and bedding.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ping

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel to stay with children. Is nice and quiet. The best thing was Emma. She is a great receptionist and concierge all rolled in one.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Lina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Great service

We enjoyed our stay at Hotel excelsior. Nice rooms, nice balcony and the staff were so helpful!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

rena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and very helpful staff!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023