Regence

I'm was a bit reluctant to write this review as I might find the Regence booked out next time I plan to stay there! Anyway, we stayed 3 nights in the Regence in Aug 2008 - what a lovely hotel, perfect location, only a few minutes walk from the beach, very clean, the staff are very helpful and friendly. Even though you are at the centre of things, our room was very quiet (we stayed in room 512 at the back). Rooms were fine, average size and very tidy, flat screen TV with French channels only. Breakfast was simple but perfectly adequate. I can't wait to stay here again next time we're in Nice!

Peter G, Ireland
Mature Couple (36+)

Hotel Regence was a nice Hotel, my room was 211 bit noisy at night with being in busy street, wasnt the Hotel fault because the street is a liverly one at night. Their was double glaze windows has well, so would have a room at back Hotel next time but was full when I went. Also would be a nice at Breakfast to have Cheese/Ham and a bit more choice but it wasnt a problem at time. Would stay there again and recommend it for the location for being central around Nice. J. Johnston

joan johnston, lancashire
Mature Couple (36+)

We have just arrived back from a short break in Nice, staying at the Regence. It was a lovely hotel. We had picked it after looking at reviews on several sites. I would recommend this hotel to anyone, whatever their age group. It is in the pedestrian area and so is well situated for the open spaces and also the old town. A short walk took you to the bus depot, and a shorter walk took you down to the promanade, from where a bus back to the airport could be caught. The hotel itself was a delight, spotlessly clean (towels & linen changed daily) comfortable and well appointed. I liked the fact that a small safe was located in the room at no extra charge. The breakfast was adequate. The staff were friendly and helpfull, and their English was much better than my French!

Lynda Hart, Ireland
Mature Couple (36+)

We have just returned from 3 nights in the Regence in Nice. The reviews very spot on I would have to agree the Hotel is in a fantastic location - get the number 98 bus from airport and get off at albert 1er take down the street Rue Massena. We found the price of drink and food quite expensive, keep off the beaten track - the old town is much cheaper, we had 2 beers at one of the bars on the front promenede and it was 21 euros. Be prepared for an expensive place. The breakfast was included in the price and was sufficient. If I return to Nice I would stay in the Regence Hotel again.

Marie Campbell, Northern Ireland
Mature Couple (36+)

This is a well situated and well run hotel. No fancy trimmings just a good basic place to stay right in the centre of town. If you can find fault here it might be best if you stayed at home!

Michael Millar, Mewcastle
Solo Traveller

The Hotel was a great find. It is basic but quite adequate for our needs .The stafff were very friendly from the time that we booked in June 20th to the 27th. The room was very clean and tidy especially the bathh room. Clean towels were replaced on a regular basis even without being asked.The hotel is located about five minutes from the promenade and there are many places to eat just outside the hotel. When we go to Nice again we will definitely try to book into this hotel as it could not be bettered for the money - thanks to alpha room for a great booking as there were no problems at all.

JOHN P. HOWARTH, WEST YORKS
Mature Couple (36+)

We have just returned from Nice and the Fabulour Regence Hotel. Could not get a better location. Hotel has everything on its doorstep. Beach only 2 minutes away - shops, lovely restaurants, market, the Old Town, Transport etc. Reception staff very helpful - can organise any trips without having to leave the hotel. Bus Station within walking distance 10-mins. We took a bus to Monaco and Monte Carlo, the Reception staff also booked us a cab to go to Cannes which cost €78 each way, for four of us, as trains not too regular on a Sunday. Would definitely recommend this hotel as a base for sight-seeing.

CAROL BYRNE, LIVERPOOL
Group of Mature Friends/Couples

Hotel, perfect location in a pedestrianised area, easy access to the promenade, the old town, etc. Staff very helpful and friendly. Very clean, I would definitely return to this hotel again.

Trisha Barry, Liverpool, England
Mature Couple (36+)

The Regence is a great hotel, friendly staff, perfect Rooms and the Location just cannot get better! Take the 98 bus from the Airport.  Great Restaurant just around the corner called Le Lodge, great food good prices!  I would definitely stay again, cant complain about a thing.

Shanique Busby, London
Young Couple (18-35)

A great location for this little hotel.  The staff were very welcoming and helpful and gave us lots of tips of places to visit and eat.  The hotel was very clean and the breakfast was a basket of rolls and plain and choc croissants with tea, juice and coffee.  If you want anymore then just step outside the many restaurants on the doorstep.

The hotel is right in the pedestrian zone with an abundance of shops and restaurants and within walking distance of the old town.  Everything is accessible by bus too.

A quick tip - get the 98 bus from the airport for 4 Euros and you can use the ticket all day on all the buses.

This hotel is definitely recommended.

Hazel Williams, Essex, England
Other

The hotel is in a central, convenient location yet the room was very quiet.  It was exceptionally clean and although the room was small it was bright, well maintained and comfortable.  The reception staff were friendly and helpful and breakfast was more than adequate.

Anne Connor, Hampshire
Mature Couple (36+)

Regence Hotel offers stunning value for money.  

The air conditioning is excellent – you look forward to walking in as relief from the heat.  The whole hotel is air conditioned – the reception, breakfast room, corridors and bedrooms.

The staff are very friendly – you can’t walk past one without them saying ‘Bonjour’.  However, they aren’t in your face – its bonjour and go.  The reception staff speak perfect English, although they appreciate your attempts at French.  Reception will also advise on how best to get round the other resorts in the area.

The rooms are spotlessly clean.  They have a double bed, a wardrobe, desk and chair, and TV.  The bathroom is huge, with really powerful showers.  The only mirror is in the bathroom – there isn’t one in the bedroom.  The bathroom comes equipped with a hair dryer, shaver point and heated towel rail.

The breakfasts aren’t huge – if you want a full English, then you’ll have to buy one in a nearby café.  Each table (for 2 people) gets a basket comprising of 2 bread rolls, 2 croissants and 2 ‘pain au chocolat’.  You can help yourself to tea, coffee, hot chocolate or orange juice as often as you like.

Geographically, it’s perfect.  The hotel is right in the middle of the pedestrian zone, where there are numerous tourists shops and excellent restaurants.  It’s a 5 minute walk to the main shops (such as Virgin Megastores), and less than a 5 minute walk to the beach and promenade.  The train station is about a 15 minute walk away, and the bus station 10 minutes.  The heart of the old town can also be reached in less than 15 minutes.  A bus from the airport will also put you down less than 5 minutes from the hotel.

In conclusion, there is nothing to complain about.  We’ll definitely stay there again if we return to Nice, and would recommend it to anyone.

Ian Yates, Stoke-on-Trent/England
Young Couple (18-35)

This hotel was great, it had the right accomodations and it a hidden paradise. rooms are comfortable and ammenities are great. no room service and no dinning but who needs it. restaurants are around the hotel. I recomend it

Carlos Reyes, NEW YORK, USA
Young Couple (18-35)

Chose this hotel after reading lots of decent reviews and I have to say I wasn't disappointed.  For a two star hotel the service was excellent and all the reception staff (of which there seemed to be lots) were very helpful and friendly.  The chambermaids had all been similarly trained and spoke equally good English!  Although the room was small (there are larger available) it was adequate for a short stay.  Bathroom spotless, good shower and plenty of hot water.  The breakfast was what we'd expect in a French B&B and good quality (such nice bread!).  Location, in the pedestrianised area, couldn't have been better, ten minutes to bus stops to/from the airport, the glorious promenade, and of course, the expensive shops!  Loads of restaurants on the doorstep.  What more could you ask?

Muriel Sutcliffe, Bingley, West Yorkshire
Mature Couple (36+)