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
Yann GILLET has always had a taste for travel, for exploring different cultures & Hyatt hotels. He served as Hotel Manager at the Hyatt Regency Casablanca (2002 – 2007), as General Manager of the Hyatt Regency Johannesburg until 2011, in the same role at the Park Hyatt Chennai until 2013 and the Hyatt Regency Paris – Charles de Gaulle until 2016, then, as General Manager at the Grand Hyatt São Paulo. “Now I am very excited to start my first appointment with The Unbound Collection by Hyatt, a brand launched in 2016 and designed to create story-worthy experiences for guests.
Hotel Positioning
Luxury 5 Star Hotel
HOTEL MARTINEZ
History & Story
• 1929
EMMANUEL MARTINEZ opens its eponymous hotel, the MARTINEZ after fourteen months of construction works.
• 1981
CONCORDE HOTELS & RESORTS GROUP (luxury brand of the Louvre Hotel Group), belonging at this time to the Taittinger Group, acquires the Martinez (receivership of the state since 1944) and undertakes an ambitious renovation plan.
• 2005
STARWOOD CAPITAL, the American investment fund acquires the majority of Concorde Hotels & Resorts share capital.
• 2013
Signature of a management agreement between Constellation Hotels Ltd, the new owner of the hotel, and Hyatt Hotels Corporation.
April 9th 2013 hotel joins the Hyatt family.
• 2018
The Hôtel Martinez, part of the Unbound Collection has reopened following major renovations and a complete redesign.
Every aspect of the hotel-wide redesign pays tribute to its illustrious past while setting it up for the future. Parisian architect Pierre-Yves Rochon has combined the hotel’s original Art Deco style, with a contemporary, chic design that takes inspiration from the colors of the French Riviera and the Mediterranean way of life.
New Features include « Le Jardin du Martinez » with its outside terrace is a unique, verdant getaway, a bucolic setting crafted by landscape architect Philippe Niez. Le Jardin du Martinez invites its guests for an exclusive alfresco dining overlooking the Croisette and the Mediterranean sea. The interior part of the restaurant is entered through immense louvered shutters in the lobby, facing the garden through a large glass wall designed to resemble a Mondrian. These join La Palme d’Or, the two Michelin-starred restaurants by Chef Christian Sinicropi & the beach restaurant at “La plage du Martinez”.
Date Renewal
The Martinez private beach Club is completely renovated and was re-opened in April 2019.
For the season 2021 the Hotel Martinez is happy to announce the re-opening of its Penthouse Suite after the full renovation. Prestigious panoramic Suite with a new universe dedicated to a cinematic art designed by Pierre-Yves Rochon. With its 1 125 sqm, this Suite can boast of being one of the largest Suites in Europe.
Main Strengths, Special Touch
• 409 renovated luxurious and comfortable rooms including 99 suites regional dishes with a creative twist, Le Martinez Bar offering a festive and glamorous atmosphere and Le Jardin du Martinez, an alfresco dining terrace with a Mediterranean garden setting. These join La Palme d’Or, the two Michelin-starred restaurants by Chef Christian Sinicropi. La Plage du Martinez.
• « La Palme d’Or » the only 2 Michelin star restaurant in Cannes
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.
Children’s Corner
Kids’ Club in July & August
HOTEL FEATURES
Accommodation
• Number of suites: 101
• Number of Luxury rooms: 101
• Number of rooms, (keys) in all: 411
Executive Suite City View (2 rooms):
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.
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. Contact us at info@hotel-martinez.com to check availability or by phone.
Restaurants & Bars
• Le Jardin du Martinez – a relaxing place serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner, also a tea room, welcoming guests throughout the day. A unique, verdant getaway with a bucolic setting on the Croisette. Mediterranean local cuisine. Live Jazz nights in summer.
• Martinez Bar
• La Plage du Martinez – the new Gourmet concept, featuring powerful aesthetics and a groundbreaking approach, redefining the Cannes beach-club experience.
• La Palme D’Or – a unique in Cannes 2 Michelin stars restaurant
Wellness
A new space, ‘Le Jardin Zen’ is scheduled to open by spring 2022. This space will feature a pool, a spa, and a fitness center.
Extra Notable Features
• water-skiing
• kitesurfing
• scuba diving
• tennis
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