The Cannes Film Festival attracts thousands of film professionals, journalists and visitors every year in May. During the Film Festival, more than 200,000 people (3 times the annual population of the seaside resort) walk the Croisette and nearly 90,000 nights are booked in hotels. However, most festival-goers choose to rent an apartment during this intense period. To make the most of a thrilling stay at the heart of one of the world's most high-profile events, find out where to stay in Cannes during the International Film Festival, less than 10 minutes from the Palais des Festivals.
Spotlight on the Cannes Film Festival
It's the big return of the International Film Festival on the Croisette after the health crisis. Many international celebrities come to Cannes every year to climb the steps and pose on the mythical red carpet in front of an array of photographers. To decide between the films in the official competition, the jury will have its work cut out for it. Who will win the coveted Palme d’Or ? More than 4,500 journalists will be closely watching this competition to relay the information to the whole world!
Which areas of Cannes to rent during the Film Festival?
During the International Film Festival, the entire microcosm of the film industry is concentrated around the Palais des Festivals et des Congrès to attend the film market and the screenings of the cinematographic works in competition. For directors, agents, producers and festival-goers alike, finding an apartment rental within 10 minutes of the hustle and bustle of Cannes is the ultimate quest. Discover the most popular sectors for their proximity and the most suitable accommodations for seasonal rental during the Cannes Festival.
La Croisette: the most glamorous area
On this mythical boulevard, the epicenter of festival life, rental apartments are the most sought-after for their exceptional location and their unobstructed view of the steps of the Palais or of one of the most beautiful panoramas of the French Riviera, the bay of Cannes and the Esterel massif on the horizon.
From the First Croisette, the closest residence to the Palais des Festivals in Cannes, to apartments with terraces near the palaces, beaches and luxury boutiques, renting one of these prestigious properties is the promise of not missing out on the Film Festival.
La Banane: an unmissibale district for vacation rentals
This area of the city center called La Banane because of its banana shape between the Croisette, the Palais des Festivals and the rue d'Antibes, is an ideal location to spend a short stay in Cannes during a convention. The furnished apartments in the streets adjacent to the Croisette, allow access to all amenities, beaches and festival life in a few minutes on foot.
The old port district: the most authentic
In a green setting, at the foot of the Suquet, the Old Port, where yachts and dinghies rub shoulders on the Quai Saint-Pierre and along the Pantiero promenade, is a friendly neighborhood. A stone's throw from the Palais des Festivals, much appreciated by vacationers for its idyllic waterfront, this area allows access in a few minutes to the shuttles for the crossing to the Lérins Islands and offers luxury accommodations.
Our apartments for rent to attend the Cannes Film Festival
Our real estate agency located on the Croisette puts at your service its expertise in renting apartments during the congresses and particularly during the Cannes Film Festival. The properties we offer for rent are ideally located near the Palais des Festivals.
In the heart of the most prestigious secured residences of the Croisette, these luxury apartments have spacious rooms, terraces with sea view and offer high quality services, very appreciated during the Cannes Festival. Swimming pool, concierge service, technological equipment, everything has been designed for your comfort.
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