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L'ART DES AMIS- deluxe penthouse with south-facing terrace/ Musiciens/ Nice

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Modern furniture and adorned with original artwork of our friends.
The apartment building.
Beautiful art deco entrance to the building welcomes you.
Small old-world elevator sweeps you up to the apartment.
The entryway set up for dining for 4!.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2549.0 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living room

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

L'ART DES AMIS- deluxe penthouse with south-facing terrace/ Musiciens/ Nice

L'Art des amis (the art of friends) is a beautiful one-bedroom penthouse apartment on the 6th floor (7th U.S.) with a large south-facing terrace of a beautiful Art Deco building in the Musicians Quarter in central Nice, 5 blocks off the beach, directly behind the Negresco Hotel. Step into the antique cage elevator and be swept up to a romantic vacation escape you will never forget! Facing south, warm sunlight floods the apartment from morning till sunset. French doors in the living room, kitchen, and bedroom open onto balconies where you will enjoy the breezes and rooftop views towards the sea. (That French flag you see fluttering in the distance tops the Negresco.) The art of personal friends is featured throughout.

Remodeled to bring it closer in feeling to the architecture of the Art Deco period, the apartment features wood flooring in the living room and bedrooms and period tile set in the entry and kitchen. Step through the French door onto to balcony and enjoy petit déjeuner in the sun at your café table for two. Dishes, glassware, flatware, coffee makers, and kitchen utensils are all provided should you choose to try your hand at Niçois cooking. The living room features a black George Nelson-inspired couch for 3 and a comfortable modern 'lipstick' armchair. Flat screen TV, cable television, and WiFi provided. The glass coffee table design is by Isamu Noguchi (1948), end tables by Eileen Gray (1927), and glove table lamp by Wilhem Wagenfeld (1924.)

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
Attention to personal property and art.
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Events

No events allowed
Small dinner parties are allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights
Please leave the apartment properly cleaned. Leave the keys on the kitchen table in plain sight.
Please close the window shutters in the bedroom and living room.
Please pull the front door securely shut and confirm it is closed and locked.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Small dinner parties are allowed
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock
Property Registration Number 06088001715VE

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Nice

Located in Nice City Centre, a neighbourhood in Nice, this apartment is in the mountains and near the beach. Historic Town Saint-Paul-de-Vence and Casino Monte Carlo are notable landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Port of Nice and Monaco Harbour. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Circuit de Monaco or Jean Bouin Sport Palace. Windsurfing and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
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Nice, Provence-Alpes-Côte-D’Azur

What's nearby

  • Promenade des Anglais - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Blue Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Hôtel Negresco - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Avenue Jean Medecin - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Place Massena - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Alsace - Lorraine Tram Station - 4 min walk
  • Nice City Station - 9 min walk
  • Nice (NCE-Cote d'Azur) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪NESPO Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Garden Café - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Picatti di Gola - Gelateria di Torino - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Simple Épicerie Fine - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Umi Cafe - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is L'ART DES AMIS- deluxe penthouse with south-facing terrace/ Musiciens/ Nice pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at L'ART DES AMIS- deluxe penthouse with south-facing terrace/ Musiciens/ Nice?

As of 7 Mar, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at L'ART DES AMIS- deluxe penthouse with south-facing terrace/ Musiciens/ Nice on 13 Jun, 2026 start from S$174, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at L'ART DES AMIS- deluxe penthouse with south-facing terrace/ Musiciens/ Nice?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at L'ART DES AMIS- deluxe penthouse with south-facing terrace/ Musiciens/ Nice?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is L'ART DES AMIS- deluxe penthouse with south-facing terrace/ Musiciens/ Nice located?

Located in Nice City Centre, this apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Hôtel Negresco and Promenade des Anglais. Place Massena is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) away. Alsace - Lorraine Tram Station is only a 4-minute walk and Jean Medecin Tramway Station is 12 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 101 out of 119 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 119 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carrie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfectly located with everything needed in this sweet apartment filled with fun art. Quiet neighborhood and lovely outside seating for dinners in the evening and morning coffee. Easy walk to beach and markets and Old Nice. Great communication for access and exiting.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matilda D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect stay in Nice

Beautiful apartment - attention to detail in every aspect, great location and very comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Minh Tam

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
A very cute and spacious apartment in a nice area. We love it! Will definitely rent it again when we come back to Nice.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Brian K.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

Holidays in Nice!

We enjoyed our stay. The best part was the location and proximity to the train. Overall, we had a pleasant experience at this apartment.
Stayed 15 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect stay in Nice

The location of L’Art Des Amis was perfect for our 5 night stay in Nice, everything was walkable. Communication with the owners was excellent from the time of booking to arrival. The apartment was spacious and very comfortable. The bottle of wine and fresh flowers was a wonderful touch. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.Thanks Frankie and Don.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice vacation

Two week stay in Nice in this lovely clean apartment. Plenty of room for two and the balconies proved very useful for relaxing in or out of the sunshine whilst reading and generally relaxing
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pat

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Our stay in l'Art des amis

This is an absolutely superb apartment, super-clean, well laid out and and exactly as shown in the photos. Fantastic location to get around Nice and it's environs. The (many) recommendations from the hosts for restaurants and shops etc were really helpful. We would love to have the opportunity to stay here again whenever we return to Nice
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine D., Madison, Wisconsin, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Nice apartment and neighborhood

This was the second time we've stayed at this property and with good reason. It's provides a comfortable home base for exploring Nice and the Cote d'Azur. And a comfortable place to be if you're spending time indoors. A 10-minute walk to the sea and close to trains, trams and bus stops.
Stayed 32 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ann P.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beyond expectations!

Yes the key pick up was a little stressful, but everything else about Frank and Don’s beautiful apartment was perfect! The Art work is so interesting and tasteful. Plus the surround area is so pleasant for exploring.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

8/10 Good

Richard L., San Francisco

Comfortable, airy, clean, nice views and walkable to almost "everything."

Wonderfully sited top floor "penthouse" unit with all amenities. Easy walk from Gare Nice. Easy safe neighborhood to walk around. Easy access to buses and out of town destinations. Recommended!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2015

10/10 Excellent

Kim T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great pied-a-terre in Nice

My daughter and I spent a wonderful week in Nice and loved the apartment. It is in a beautiful neighborhood with shops and restaurants close by and most everything is within walking distance but the tram is also not far. The apartment is beautifully decorated, is very comfortable and has everything you could need in the kitchen. We went in January and were able to sit on the balcony for breakfast and in the afternoon. It was very hard to leave! I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Geoff R., BRISTOL

Comfortable bright and airy with spacious layout and two balconies

Quiet, convenient location with plenty of bakeries nearby and easy access to the seafront and to a good range of restaurants. Interesting artwork, decor and furniture in the apartment. Photos do not do it justice. Kind and friendly owners who have provided some useful information about places to eat, shop and explore. Great experience, good value and would book again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2017

10/10 Excellent

John C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful apartment in Central Nice

Our best experience of holiday rental in Nice having holidayed here many times. The apartment lived up to our expectations and more! Could not fault it in any way. Communication was first class, the position of the property was central to the city and yet it was away from the hustle and bustle of downtown Nice. A wonderful experience which we look forward to visiting again. Thank you to Frankie and Don and to Sara Jane .
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Michael C., Bayonne, NJ, USA

The best! It's like being in heaven???

This apartment is extraordinary! It floats above the surroundings with 3 mini terraces to connect with the real world! Please stay here if you come to Nice! What more can I say! Okay a little more although it is a small it is really enormous because of the exposure via tall windows to the outside!

10/10 Excellent

Bill G., St. Paul, Minnesota, USA

Fabulous apartment!

We spent nine days in this apartment and it was fantastic! All of the rooms are very spacious, and there are lots of closets and shelf space for clothes. The balconies are wonderful and make the rooms seem even larger. The area has lots of great restaurants and boulangeries, and you are only a 15 minute walk to the old town and the Med. Sea. Frankie and Don were very kind and easy to work with. Highly recommended.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

ADRIAN P.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

Ap5 days in Nice

Fantastic apartment clean and spacious. Close to Alsace Lorraine tram. Also just outside the door the 38 bus - a little electric number - will take you to to the port or old town. There are a number if grocery stores nearby and a large Casino left on Gambetta a few blocks towards Promenade Des Anglais. The closer Casino does not open Sundays.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Idyllic Nice stay

The apartment was wonderful and even better than the pictures. The decor and artwork, every detail was wonderful. Having the terraces was also such a treat and relaxing in the sun reading my book was perfect. The surrounding streets were lovely and a perfect location which was so quiet and felt safe but few minutes walk to supermarkets, tram line, restaurants and fabulous patisseries. In 5-8 mins you were walking along the promenade to central Nice and lits of bars andcrestaurants. Any communication was responded to quickly and key pick up was so easy as well. We loved our stay and would def go back and stay here.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

10 day break in Nice

The apartment is spacious for 2 people, laid out in a typically French style. Very clean, tidy and comfortable. The kitchen has everything you need to self cater if you need to, although there are plenty of restaurants available locally. The nesting seagulls on the roof were extremely noisy in the mornings, but it got us out of bed early! Sara Jane managed the hand over on our early arrival really well.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Piyanut R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The best

We had been to Nice 5 times but this apartment is by far the best accommodation. The bedroom and the living is well decorate and very stylish while still keep the original charm. The kitchen have everything you need for self catering and so attention to details. I love the quality of crockery, plates very nice to use. Nice heatwaves was unbearable at night without the aircon when you going to sleep but I knew it before I booked so I have no complaints. I highly recommend you book this apartment with no doubt.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Paul H.

Beautiful apartment in a perfect location

We had an amazing 11 nights at L'art des Amis, the apartment was spotless and beautifully decorated with some lovely individual art pieces scattered around the rooms. There is no air con in the room, but you don't need it due to the sea breeze coming through. 10 minute walk to the train station and only 15 minutes to the promenade. Restaurants only 10 minute walk too. Would definitely recommend this apartment to our friends and family. Paul and Ellie
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2016

10/10 Excellent

Uttara M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

A Great Home Away from Home

The property is tastefully appointed and very well equipped for a long term stay. We stayed here 4 weeks and truly enjoyed the view, the neighborhood, the proximity to everything, and the space itself. It's a 7 minute walk to the beach, 4 minutes to the tram station, and there are plenty of bakeries, supermarkets, and cafes in the area. This was a great home base to explore all of Nice as well as the rest of the Côte d'Azur. We had a couple of small hiccups when we first got there, and although they were issues out of the property owners' control, they were very understanding and responsive. To put it in perspective, we would still not hesitate to give this place a 5/5 and joyfully stay there again!
Stayed 28 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best VRBO Experience

Over many years renting this rental wins the top award. The information provided by the owners was all encompassing. The apartment is in a fantastic location. Every necessity is met within short walking distance, groceries, restaurants, coffee shops, Train, tram, busses, etc... The owner warns there is no air conditioning which may be a factor when temperatures rise above 80°F / 26°C. But, most often there is a breeze through the apartment which allows for a good night's rest. We found this rental to be perfect for our visit to Nice and would not hesitate to rent it again when we return.
Stayed 12 nights in Jun 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

JOSEPH A.

Great vacation in Nice

We very much enjoyed our stay at L'art Des Amis. The apartment was very clean and exceptionally well decorated and appointed especially for a vacation rental. Many little extras were available such as tea, olive oil, soaps and detergent so not need to purchase and cart to the unit even though stores are nearby as are boulangeries for delectable morning croissants. The flat is in a quiet upscale residential area which we much preferred to the more touristy areas in town. The only reason why I was hesitant to give 5 stars was in regard to the check in service. It was a little complicated and unfortunately nothing was open in the area when we arrived with our luggage Saturday afternoon.
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

John d.

Top floor comfort

My wife and I recently enjoyed a five night stay at this lovely apartment. We chose it for the location, photos and excellent reviews. We were not disappointed. The location is a short walk to/from the railway station, beach promenade and shopping. The apartment itself is quiet, light and airy with lots of large patio doors and great rooftop views. All of the appliances and electronics functioned as they should and as a bonus, we had use of an actual telephone. I agreed with one review that made the rare comment that this apartment was even more attractive than the photos. Perhaps because of all the original artwork. The owners made the booking process simple and were eager to provide any assistance possible to make our stay better. I would highly recommend booking L'Art des Amis for a stay in Nice. John & Lynn British Columbia, Canada
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and can't be verified.

10/10 Excellent

Louise M.

Nice gem

Wonderful apartment in a great location in Nice. It was close to the train station (about 10 min) and also close to shops, restaurants, and beach, yet tucked in a nice, quiet part of town, a bit removed from the noisy and crowded tourist areas. Pictures of the unit were true and there was ample space for 3 of us. Bed was comfortable and bathroom/shower worked well. Terraces and large windows were lovely. We rented bikes at a bike shop just down the street(Rivoli), about a 5 min walk and cycled over to the next town, Ville Frenche, which was fantastic. We also rented a car (from the train station) for a day and one night and were able to park overnight in front of the unit for free (free parking 9pm - 9am) which was very convenient since we had an early morning flight. We had arranged to drop the car off at the airport. Wonderful stay in Nice, would definitely recommend to others.

About the host

Hosted by Don Corliss and Franklin Reed

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We live in Seattle, Washington USA and when we are here, we are dreaming about our next visit to Nice. We are avid francophiles and do our French lessons everyday. Don is a retired pharmacist and Frankie is a retired accountant. This is our personal pied-à-terre and we enjoy being able to share it with renters and friends. We love art, culture, and travel. Don grew up in the Pacific Northwest and was introduced to Europe and world when he served in the US Air Force as a captain after finishing pharmacy school at the University of Washington. Frankie grew up mostly in Texas, being a "son of a gunner" of a B-52. His dad was originally from Texas and that is where his father decided to retire. He had a love for languages in high school, but thought studying accountancy had more practical career options-not sure if that was true. He studied accountancy at the University of Texas at Arlington. Frankie fell in love with Seattle on a 1989 visit there during a choral convention and eventually moved to Seattle in 1997. Frankie & Don met while singing in the Seattle Men's Chorus. Frankie finished his career up before retirement being the Director of Finance for the Seattle Choruses.

Why they chose this property

Angels brought us to our 'dream in the sky!' Our finder Rebecca Russell was one (www.coteabode.com) and the Niçois selling agent the other. His name was Ange (angel in French) and he flew up the 7 flights of stairs to meet us there while we went up in the caged elevator. He had wings, because he met us at the top when the elevator arrived. We were captivated by the apartment's charm and views. You just know when it's right!

What makes this property unique

180 degree rooftop views and centrally located to walk to every area of Nice in minutes. Close to the beach. Close to the grocery store. Close to a large park. Close to local restaurants. Peaceful neighborhood. Charming caged elevator and old-world charm. Seriously, what's not to love!

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English, French, Spanish

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