Hotel Martinez
France
Hotel Martinez
73, La Croisette
Cannes, France
hotel-martinez.com
HOTEL INFORMATION
Group
Hotel Martinez, in the Unbound Collection by Hyatt
Shareholders
Privately Owned
Date of Creation
May 1929
Hotel General Manager
Michel Cottray succeeded Yann Gillet on November 7th, 2022. The Parisian trained at the Jean Drouant hotel school and at the Tour d’Argent before embarking on an international hotel career: general manager of the Sheraton in Port Douglas, Australia, then of the Westin in Bali, of the Méridien Étoile in Paris… He even worked in Hong Kong before General Manager of the Steigenberger Wiltcher’s Brussels hotel.
“I’m delighted to be joining Cannes, a city in the throes of transformation, which is asserting itself as the must-visit destination on the Mediterranean. Its hotels, including of course the Hôtel Martinez, are rising to the challenge, part of a renaissance that is both subtle and emblematic of the savoir-vivre of the Côte d’Azur. Projects abound, and it is with great enthusiasm and the support of a highly efficient team that I hope to write the next pages of our beautiful history.”
Hotel Positioning
Luxury 5 Star Hotel
HOTEL MARTINEZ
History & Story
A gripping history since its inauguration in 1929, a breathtaking Art Deco architecture, an unparalleled location in Cannes. Welcome to Hotel Martinez, part of the Hyatt Unbound Collection!
More than ever, this legend is reinventing itself as an unmissable landmark on the French Riviera, in an extraordinary landscape, facing the Mediterranean Sea, the Bay of Cannes and the Lerins Islands.
Completely renovated in 2018 by the interior designer Pierre-Yves Rochon.
410 rooms and suites Art Deco Style inspired by the yachting spirit; white lacquer furnishings are perfectly highlighted by blue sky or light yellow colors depending on the rooms.
Let’s experience the two new categories of suites: L’Oasis Suite & L’Oasis Suite Terrace, both located close to the luxuriant tropical garden of well-being & tranquility, L’Oasis du Martinez.
Located on the seventh floor, the Penthouse Apartments recently unveiled their new décor dedicated to the Cinema, in homage to Isabelle Huppert, famous French actress and Thierry Frémaux, General Delegate of the Cannes Festival. These two prestigious flats offer a total surface area of 1250 m², which are among the largest Suites in Europe with a 180 degree view over the Bay of Cannes: breathtaking!
The mythical and iconic glow of the Riviera has unveiled Tuesday May 16th 2023, La Plage du Martinez & Le Sud restaurant, two redesigned outlets, for a new celebration of the Mediterranean land, sun and sea!
Date Renewal
La Plage du Martinez is our completely renovated private beach and was re-opened on May 16th , 2023, for the 76th Edition of Festival de Cannes. Chef Jean Imbert wishes to propose a cuisine carried by strong references to the Mediterranean and the French Riviera, a cuisine anchored with local producers and seasonal products.
Also, for the season 2023, Hotel Martinez is happy to announce to opening of its two new categories of Suites: L’Oasis Suite & L’Oasis Suite Terrace, with a new Riviera universe, also designed by Pierre-Yves Rochon.
La Palme d’Or restaurant, the former 2 Michelin star restaurant is temporarily closed. Chef Jean-Imbert will progressively bring his imaginative and enthusiast touch to the gastronomic restaurant as well as the culinary direction of Hotel Martinez. As of 2024, he will prepare the opening dinner of the Cannes Film Festival as is the tradition.
Location
Located on the famous Boulevard de La Croisette and overlooking the Mediterranean sea, the Hôtel Martinez is a landmark of the French Riviera. Between nature and the city, this urban oasis is the ideal starting point to explore Cannes and the French Riviera.
Key sites/activities in the area
Charming perched villages, coastal cities and pristine islands, the Côte d’Azur offer magnificent hidden gems to explore while staying in Cannes. Travellers in search of authentic experiences will fall in love with the rich history and gourmet culinary traditions of the area.
Fun Facts
79 years ago, Hotel Martinez witnessed the birth of one of India’s most popular politicians – KARAN SINGH.
HOTEL FEATURES
Accommodation
• Number of suites: 99
• Number of Luxury rooms: 99
• Number of rooms, (keys) in all: 410
Deluxe room Oasis view:
Approximately 31m², Oasis View, white lacquer furnishings are perfectly highlighted by blue sky or light yellow colors depending on the rooms. A subtle mirror combination enhances the brightness and spaciousness of the room. For the highest level of pampering, the small and cosy marble bathroom offers a rain shower. This room has limited storage space.
Premium City view room:
Approximately 38m², City View, white lacquer furnishings are perfectly highlighted by blue sky colors. A subtle mirror combination enhances the brightness and spaciousness of the room. For the highest level of pampering, the marble bathroom offers a bathtub. This room has larger closet space.
Junior Suite City View:
Approximately 45m², City View, renovated suite with white lacquer furnishings, colorful touches of blue sky, every detail has been carefully crafted to create a cocoon of comfort. A symphony of pure French luxury and sophisticated decoration magnifies this spacious suite. The white marble bathroom adorned with fine mosaics offers a rain shower, a bathtub and can open onto the suite, if desired, with elegant panels. A large walk-in closet enhances the space and the feeling of comfort. A sofa bed is available for a third person.
Family room:
Approximately 83m² (Junior Suite King (45m²) and a Premium City View (38 m²) connected), City View, white lacquer furnishings are perfectly highlighted by blue sky colors. A subtle mirror combination enhances the brightness and spaciousness of the room. For the highest level of pampering, the marble bathroom offers a bathtub. The large walk-in closet enhances the space and the feeling of comfort.
Premium Sea view room:
Approximately 38m², Sea View, white lacquer furnishings are perfectly highlighted by blue sky colors. A subtle mirror combination enhances the brightness and spaciousness of the room. For the highest level of pampering, the marble bathroom offers a rain shower or a bathtub. This room has larger closet space.
Premium Sea view room with balcony:
Relax and enjoy the comforts of approximately 36m² room, which opens onto a magnificent balcony with Art Deco columns overlooking the Mediterranean Sea. The room features a king-size bed, electric kettle with tea and coffee, bath or rain shower.
Junior Suite Sea view:
Approximately 45m², renovated Sea View Suite, white lacquer furnishings, colorful touches of blue sky, every detail has been carefully crafted to create a cocoon of comfort. A symphony of pure French luxury and sophisticated decoration magnifies this spacious suite. The white marble bathroom adorned with fine mosaics offers a rain shower, a bathtub and can open onto the suite, if desired, with elegant panels. A large walk-in closet enhances the space and the feeling of comfort. A sofa bed is available for a third person.
Oasis Suite :
Stay in the heart of L’Oasis du Martinez in this 43m² suite, a haven of tranquility surrounded by lush vegetation. The suite features a king-size bed, a sitting area in a winter garden, a sofa bed, a Nespresso machine and a rain shower.
Oasis Suite Terrace:
Experience a unique stay and indulge in a distinctive stay within the Oasis Suite Terrace, a haven of tranquility nestled within our renovated, contemporary Art Deco hotel. With approximately 41 square meters of space, the suite offers: a private terrace, one king bed, a living area within a winter garden, a sleeper sofa, a Nespresso machine, and a rain shower.
Junior Suite with Terrace (7th floor):
Approximately renovated 50m², a symphony of pure French luxury and sophisticated decoration magnifies this spacious suite with parquet, a 30 m² private terrace boasting teak furniture, 2 sun beds and a delightful garden corner. This suite has a large closet space.
Executive Suite city view (7th floor):
Relax in this 50m² courtyard view renovated suite situated on the 7th floor. This suite is composed of white and navy blue decorations inspired by the legendary style of the Martinez. Separated and intimate living area from the bedroom. White marble bathroom with separated tub and shower. This room contains a larger closet space.
Suzanne Martinez Suite:
Elegant 80 m², renovated suite with city and partial sea view. Made of white and navy blue inspired by the legendary style of the Martinez, including a separated dining-living area, a sitting area work desk, one king bed, a walk-in closet, bathtub, and a rain shower. The suite also opens onto an 80 m² private terrace. The terrace has sun loungers, sofas, chairs & a dining table.
Emmanuel Martinez Suite:
Elegant 140m², renovated suite with city and partial sea view. Made of white and navy blue inspired by the legendary style of the Martinez, including a separated dining-living area, a sitting area work desk, one king bed, a walk-in closet, bathtub, and a rain shower. The suite also opens onto a 60 m² private terrace. The terrace has 2 sun loungers, sofas, chairs & a dining table.
Prestige Sea View Suite with one bedroom:
Approximately 110m², Sea View, white lacquer furnishings, colorful touches of blue sky or light yellow depending on the suites, every detail has been carefully crafted to create a cocoon of comfort. A symphony of pure French luxury and sophisticated decoration magnifies this spacious suite. The white marble bathroom adorned with fine mosaics offers a rain shower and a bathtub. A large walk-in closet enhances the space and the feeling of comfort.
Prestige Sea View Suite with two bedrooms:
Approximately 150m², Sea View, white lacquer furnishings, colorful touches of blue sky or light yellow depending on the suites, every detail has been carefully crafted to create a cocoon of comfort. A symphony of pure French luxury and sophisticated decoration magnifies this spacious suite. The white marble bathroom adorned with fine mosaics offers a rain shower and a bathtub. A large walk-in closet enhances the space and the feeling of comfort. The rooms are separated by the living room.
Suite des Oliviers – one bedroom:
Approximatively 130m² renovated Suite, including a very spacious dining-living area, a dressing room, one bedroom & one bathroom. The suite exceptional feature is that it opens on to an immense 250 m² terrace on the sea front, overlooking La Croisette. The terrace has an outdoor seating and dining area and plenty of deck chairs.
Suite des Oliviers – two bedrooms:
Approximatively 160m² renovated Suite, including a very spacious dining-living area, a dressing room, two bedrooms & one bathroom. The suite exceptional feature is that it opens on to an immense 250 m² terrace on the sea front, overlooking La Croisette. The terrace has an outdoor seating and dining area and plenty of deck chairs.
Penthouse Apartments:
Discover this prestigious renovated panoramic Suite with a new universe dedicated to cinematic art designed by Pierre-Yves Rochon. With its 1 225 sqm, this Suite can boast of being one of the largest Suites in Europe. Please note: Our Penthouse Suite is not bookable online. The Penthouse includes 2 apartments redesigned in 2021: Thierry Frémaux Apartment: Approximatively 450 m², entirely renovated suite. Sophisticated decor, featuring very graphic furniture, a bathroom looking like a dressing room, a black and white floor recalling the films of yesteryear… Located on the top floor, two bedrooms, a lounge, dining room and a vast outdoor terrace space with panoramic views of the ocean. Isabelle Huppert Apartment: Approximatively 450 m², entirely renovated suite. Sophisticated decor, featuring a color palette from white to gold with touches of cream, all reflected by sets of mirrors that make leather and silk shimmer. Located on the top floor, two bedrooms, a lounge, dining room, and a vast outdoor terrace space with panoramic views of the ocean.
Restaurants & Bars
La Plage du Martinez
Driven by his two passions, gastronomy and cinema, Chef Jean Imbert has realized one of his childhood dreams by taking command of the Hotel Martinez’s kitchens. He revealed his first project, La Plage du Martinez, on 16 May 2023 to coincide with the opening of the 76th Cannes Film Festival.
To mark the occasion, La Plage du Martinez got a makeover.
Let’s embark to the newly redesigned “Plage du Martinez”, back to 50’s, in harmony with Cinema 7th art elegant details with the aim of combining gastronomy and cinema. A devotion to the Mediterranean sublime, a passion for summer taste the guests will discover in the colorful Carte and esthetic plates of “La Plage du Martinez”. A simple pleasure of sharing, in the shade, under the parasols.
The guests will admire the view of the emblematic light-drenched pontoon from one of our mythical directors’ chairs Martin Scorsese, Grace Kelly, Cary Grant, Audrey Hepburn. The dining room and arbored terrace have a breezy, yachting spirit with navy blue, to recall the Mediterranean, and warm terracotta, a nod to the world of cinema recently imagined by interior designer Rémi Tessier.
From the menu to the plate, Chef Jean Imbert created every detail with his team of graphic designers. They put their signature on a film poster that serves as the menu.
The Chef’s menu features traditional cuisine and sharing plates, with strong influences from the Mediterranean and the French Riviera, with a highlight on fresh, seasonal products from local producers. To begin, the starters include: vitello’focaccia, pineapple tomato & local condiments, jean’s avocado arugula salad with lemon and grilled octopus vegetables skewer.
The meal continues with dishes cooked over an open fire: lamb chops rosemary baked
potatoes, poultry ‘à la diable’ violin zucchini… or roasted in the oven: ‘vivi baisos’ style stuffed red mullet or riviera sea bream like at SDO. For a sweet finish, the menu features a large
About Jean-Imbert:
Jean Imbert, former winner of Top Chef in 2012 and friend of the top celebrities became the Chef of the Legendary Hôtel Martinez in Cannes. At the helm of the Plaza Athénée since June 2021, succeeding Alain Ducasse, Chef Jean Imbert managed to spring a surprise by winning his first star for the restaurant « Jean Imbert au Plaza Athénée » after just 9 weeks in operation. In March 2022 he became the first chef of the historic Christian Dior boutique at 30 Avenue Montaigne. His journey did not end there, as he became the Chef of the legendary Venice Simplon-Orient-Express in April 2022 and of the legendary Le Brando hotel, nestled in the heart of the Tetiaroa atoll, in February 2023. Jean Imbert also heads up the Hôtel Cheval Blanc St-Barth. Imbert created the ToShare concept, which he developed with his friend Pharrell Williams. He was voted Chef of the Year in 2021 by Quotidien magazine, and in 2019 by GQ magazine. He is considered one of the 50 most influential French people in the world by Vanity Fair.
Le Sud
Le Sud restaurant also unveils the laid-back essence of Mediterranean cuisine from France, Italy, Lebanon, Greece, to North Africa.
The newly redesigned by Pierre-Yves Rochon lobby bar and restaurant at the heart of the caption.
A delightful invitation to indulgent Mediterranean dishes any time of the day, evening or night: having breakfast, share a plate of freshly prepared and locally-produced Mediterranean delicacies, sipping a cocktail…
A monumental Art Deco architecture open place making us living different scenographic lighting, magically changing the perception of the space according to the time of the day and night.
La Palme d’Or
La Palme d’Or restaurant is temporarily closed.
After 20 years of Michelin-starred and loyal services, Chef Sinicropi will handle La Palme d’Or to Chef Jean Imbert. Already supervising La Plage du Martinez since May, 16th, he will progressively bring his imaginative and enthusiast touch to the gastronomic restaurant as well as the culinary direction of Hotel Martinez. As of 2024, he will prepare the opening dinner of the Cannes Film Festival as is the tradition.
L’OASIS DU MARTINEZ
This new confidential luxuriant garden has opened last year in May 2022, in the heart of the hotel.
This space dedicated to well-being extends over 2,800 sq.m and providing a plethora of restorative activities to truly pamper yourself .
An invitation to let go and to slow down time: after a swim in the signature deep blue swimming-pool and a refreshing fruit juice, entrust yourself to the hands of Carita experts for a personalized Maison de Beauté treatment.
L’Oasis Spa by Carita – The Spa offers 7 treatment rooms based on the expertise of a mythical: ‘La Maison de Beauté Carita’.
L’Oasis Nage – Swimming lane, heated all year round, for dynamic use.
L’Oasis Fitness – The 200 sq.m TechnoGym®-equipped fitness area provides a dynamic and sporty workout for the Hotel’s guests. A private fitness center with Technogym’s latest machines is offering the feeling of working out in the middle of nature.
L’Oasis Bar – This bar offers invigorating, detoxifying, antioxidant or regenerating drinks.
Celebrations & Events
2,500 sq.m of conference space including : 13 versatile meeting rooms (from 15 to 1,000 attentees). The ballroom « Le Festival » has been renovated using state-of-the-art technology.
Extra Notable Features
• Water-skiing
• Kitesurfing
• Scuba diving
• Tennis
More Information
SERVICES & FACILITIES
• Concierges Clés d’Or
• Welcome amenities by Fragonard Parfumeur (Grasse)
• Free Wifi
• LED TV with screen mirroring function
• Parking (fees apply)
• Martinez electric kick-scooter (fee apply)
• Pets friendly (fees apply)
DIRECTIONS
• Nice-Côte d’Azur International Airport, 45 minutes by car
• Cannes train station, 10 minutes’ walk
• Cannes bus station, 10 minutes’ walk
• Limousine, boat and helicopter service on request
POINTS OF INTEREST
• The Lérins Islands
• Le Suquet – Old Town
• Forville market, local specialities
• La Castre Museum
• Luxury shopping on La Croisette
• Cannes Film Festival
• International Boat Show
• International fireworks display in July and August
HEALTH & SAFETY
Guided by our purpose of care and experience delivering world-class hospitality for more than 60 years, Hyatt’s Global Care & Cleanliness Commitment builds on our existing rigorous safety and cleanliness protocols and includes:
• GBAC STARTM cleanliness and training accreditation process through the Global Biorisk Advisory Council (GBAC) at all Hyatt hotels*
• Trained Hygiene & Wellbeing Leader or team at all Hyatt hotels*, responsible for their hotel adhering to enhanced operational protocols and training
• Trusted medical and cross-functional industry advisors—including experts from Cleveland Clinic—to help us fine-tune safety protocols and consider various aspects of the entire hotel experience.
Hyatt’s Global Care & Cleanliness Commitment is an important expression of our purpose to care for people so they can be their best, and Hyatt hotels worldwide continue to take precautionary measures in an effort to give our guests, customers, and colleagues peace of mind.
SUSTAINABILITY
The Hotel Martinez was the first French hotel to obtain Green Globe certification and is constantly evolving. Continuous reflection to develop new actions and the practices initiated make it possible to combine environmental and social commitment with a quality of service for guests.
To make choosing the Hotel Martinez a pleasure while being ethical, the entire team is driven by a unified green attitude and is committed to promoting the values of benevolence. Our corporate culture and the dedication of our teams allow us to offer a quality service while being committed to ethical and environmental standards.
Hotel & Restaurants Awards
2016
• 2 Michelin stars
• 4 toques GaultMillau
• certification Green Globe
• certification ISO 9001-2008
• Gault&Millau
2014
• 2 Michelin stars
• 4 toques GaultMillau
• Certification Green Globe
• Certification ISO 9001-2008
• Gault&Millau
2013 – 2012
• 2 Michelin stars
• 4 toques GaultMillau
• certification Green Globe
• member of « LEADING HOTELS OF THE WORD »
• certification ISO 9001-2008
• Gault&Millau
Number of employees
400