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Hôtel Excelsior by HappyCulture

★★★★ 19 Avenue Durante, Nice, Alpes-Maritimes, 6000, Nice, FR

8.4 guest rating· 133 reviews

About this hotel

Prime Location Within Nice City Centre

Situated in the heart of Nice, Hôtel Excelsior by HappyCulture offers proximity to top attractions such as Avenue Jean Medecin and Basilique Notre Dame. Enjoy a leisurely stroll to Place Massena and the picturesque Promenade des Anglais.

Luxurious Amenities for a Relaxing Stay

Indulge in complimentary wireless internet, concierge services, and 24-hour room service. Unwind at the bar/lounge or explore the garden terrace. The hotel boasts a 24-hour business center and express check-out for added convenience.

Comfortable Rooms with Modern Touches

Relax in one of the 42 individually furnished guestrooms equipped with minibars, flat-screen TVs, and free Wi-Fi. Pamper yourself in the private bathrooms with complimentary toiletries. Experience a seamless blend of comfort and style at Hôtel Excelsior.

Book your stay at Hôtel Excelsior by HappyCulture in Nice City Centre today for a luxurious and memorable experience.

Rooms & rates

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Family Junior Suite

Sleeps 4 · 25 m² · 2× Double bed

  • Desk
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Deep soaking bathtub

<p><strong>2 Double Beds</strong></p><p>269-sq-foot room with city views </p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi 25+ Mbps </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Flat-screen TV </p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Coffee/tea maker, minibar (fees may apply), electric kettle, and 24-hour room service</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Premium bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Deep soaking bathtub and separate shower with a rainfall showerhead</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Safe, desk, and phone; cribs (free) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Daily housekeeping and climate-controlled heating and air conditioning</p><p><b>Accessibility</b> - Grab bar near toilet</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - No rollaway/extra beds available</p><p>Non-Smoking, pet friendly</p><p>Room/bed type depends on availability at check-in </p><p>Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability </p>

Triple Junior Suite

Sleeps 3 · 22 m² · 3× Twin bed

  • Desk
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Coffee/tea maker

<p><strong>3 Twin Beds</strong></p><p>237-sq-foot room with garden views </p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi 25+ Mbps </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Flat-screen TV </p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Coffee/tea maker, minibar (fees may apply), electric kettle, and 24-hour room service</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Premium bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Bathtub or shower, and deep soaking bathtub or a rainfall showerhead</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Safe, desk, and phone; cribs (free) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Daily housekeeping and climate-controlled heating and air conditioning</p><p><b>Accessibility</b> - Grab bar near toilet</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - No rollaway/extra beds available</p><p>Non-Smoking, pet friendly</p><p>Room/bed type depends on availability at check-in </p><p>Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability </p>

Classic Room

Sleeps 2 · 17 m² · Queen Bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free WiFi
  • Minibar

<p><strong>1 Queen Bed</strong></p><p>183-sq-foot room with city views </p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi 25+ Mbps </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Flat-screen TV </p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Electric kettle, minibar (fees may apply), and 24-hour room service</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Premium bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Bathtub or shower, and deep soaking bathtub or a rainfall showerhead</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Safe, desk, and phone; cribs (free) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Daily housekeeping and climate-controlled heating and air conditioning</p><p><b>Accessibility</b> - Grab bar near toilet</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - No rollaway/extra beds available</p><p>Non-Smoking, pet friendly</p><p>Room/bed type depends on availability at check-in </p><p>Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability </p>

Deluxe Room, Balcony, Garden View

Sleeps 3 · 18 m² · Double bed

  • Desk
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Free WiFi
  • Minibar

<p><strong>1 Double Bed</strong></p><p>194-sq-foot individually furnished room, balcony with garden views </p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Bedroom </p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi 25+ Mbps </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Flat-screen TV </p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Electric kettle, minibar (fees may apply), and 24-hour room service</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Premium bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Bathtub or shower, bathrobes, and free toiletries</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Safe, desk, and phone; rollaway beds (surcharge) and cribs (free) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Daily housekeeping and climate-controlled heating and air conditioning</p><p><b>Accessibility</b> - Grab bar near toilet</p><p>Non-Smoking</p><p>Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability </p>

Superior Room, Garden View

Sleeps 3 · 19 m² · Queen Bed

  • Desk
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Bathroom grab bars

<p><strong>1 Queen Bed</strong></p><p>205-sq-foot room with garden views </p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi 25+ Mbps </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Flat-screen TV </p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Electric kettle, minibar (fees may apply), and 24-hour room service</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Premium bedding, blackout drapes/curtains, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Bathtub or shower, and deep soaking bathtub or a rainfall showerhead</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Safe, desk, and phone; rollaway beds (surcharge) and cribs (free) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Daily housekeeping and climate-controlled heating and air conditioning</p><p><b>Accessibility</b> - Raised toilet seat</p><p>Non-Smoking, pet friendly</p><p>Room/bed type depends on availability at check-in </p><p>Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability </p>

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Golfing nearby
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • 24-hour business center
  • Airport transportation - pickup (surcharge)
  • Computer station
  • Concierge service
  • Elevator
  • Express check-in/check-out
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  • Express check-out
  • Free wired internet
  • Garden
  • Library
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Smoke-free property
  • Terrace
  • Tours/ticket assistance
  • Wheelchair accessible

Location

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19 Avenue Durante, Nice, Alpes-Maritimes, 6000, Nice, FR

Check-in
from 03:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Check-out
until 11:00 AM

What guests say8.4133 reviews

+ Friendly staff+ Good location+ Delicious breakfast− Cleanliness issues− Room quality concerns− Value for money criticisms
Cleanliness7.0
Service10.0
Location9.6
Room Quality6.5
Amenities8.5
Value for Money7.5

Guest review

8.0

⭐️⭐️⭐️½ (3.5 stars) We stayed at Hôtel Excelsior by HappyCulture for five nights. The location is a big plus — just a few minutes’ walk from the Nice-Ville train station, making it convenient for day trips to nearby destinations like Èze or Monte Carlo. The hotel also provides a complimentary filtered water and coffee station, which is a thoughtful touch. The front desk staff were consistently helpful and professional throughout our stay. However, the room setup left much to be desired. The “king-size” bed was actually two single mattresses joined together, making it impossible to get a good night’s sleep. There was no electrical outlet in the bathroom, and the room design included several unusable millwork cavities instead of practical closet space. The door closers on rooms were extremely loud, often startling us when others exited. Lastly, the breakfast quality didn’t justify its price. Overall, a convenient choice for train travelers with courteous staff, but with several comfort and design issues that hold it back from being a truly enjoyable stay.

sam · 2025-10-11

Guest review

10.0

Great staff , breakfast & room comfy Would recommend

Grainne · 2025-10-01

Guest review

8.0

Great location for ladies that like to shop and sightsee.Good access on transportation to Cannes & Monte Carlo.Breakfast provided was very good. Room clean and comfortable.Would recommend to others.

Gail · 2025-09-28

Guest review

10.0

Rooms are clean and comfortable. Staff are friendly and helpful. Close to the main train station and tramway stop. Numerous dining options nearby.

Dennis · 2025-09-25

Guest review

10.0

Staff were friendly. Room was clean. And breakfast was delicious. It’s a quiet, quant area. About a 8 minute walk to the tram and the train was 3 minute walk. Tram could take you to Old Nice in minutes. We would definitely stay here again!

Megan · 2025-09-14

Guest review

10.0

Cozy place in safe neighborhood. The staff is friendly and attentive. Property needs a little touch up /remodeling

Larisa · 2025-09-11

Good to know

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.

The seasonal pool will be open from June 30 to September 06.

Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

Children 10 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.

›Sustainability Certifications

Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

›Pets

Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

›General

Individually-wrapped food options are available for breakfast

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Gloves are available to guests

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Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer

›General

Masks are available to guests

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Individually-wrapped food options are available

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Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F

›General

Staff wears personal protective equipment

›Pets

Pets allowed

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Property is cleaned with disinfectant

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Social distancing measures are in place

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Professional property host/manager

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Protective clothing is available to guests

›Check-in & Check-out

Contactless check-in is available

›Sustainability Certifications

Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures

›General

Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant

›General

Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas

›Pets

Service animals are allowed