The harbour village suits restaurants and coastal walks; the southern peninsula secluded gardens and resort stays. Villa Ephrussi and the coast path reward a longer visit. Check terrain and the actual sea access: a panorama does not mean a beach outside your room.
Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat · Town or area view — not a photograph of the hotel
Grand-Hôtel du Cap-Ferrat, A Four Seasons Hotel is a five-star garden retreat on the peninsula’s southern side. Choose it for time on the estate rather than stepping from a lobby into a busy town.
Royal-Riviera is a five-star hotel at the base of Cap Ferrat, combining seaside grounds with proximity to Beaulieu. It suits travellers wanting a resort setting without retreating to the peninsula’s far end.
Start with transport and your itinerary. Rail outings favour a town base near the right station; gardens and pool days an estate with transfers planned. Compare district, terrain and the specific room category. A seafront façade does not guarantee views from every room; spa and beach access may have separate conditions. Check restaurant and pool seasons for your dates.