Grand Hotel Aston 
Ideally located in the center of Nice, this hotel is close to the Old Town and casino.The first-class hotel features terraces offering superb views of the Place Masséna Gardens. Art Deco design elements are featured in the hotel's decor.The hotel has a gourmet restaurant and an inviting lounge/bar. Room service is also available.
Hotel prices and availability
Map showing Grand Hotel Aston
Dining at the Grand Hotel Aston
Phileas - Intimate, semi-formal top-floor restaurant. Brown-leather banquettes inside; small terrace outside with views of Vieux Nice. International dishes, such as Cote de Boeuf Grillée and Brochette de Poulet Tandoori. Open Tuesday through Saturday, serving dinner, and both lunch and dinner in summer.
Aston Cup - Hot-and-cold buffet breakfast is served daily in this large, casual restaurant. Rustic stone arches contrast with a classical circular balcony overlooking the lobby. Framed prints on the walls have a maritime theme.
Rooftop bar - Informal poolside bar with table seating, city views. Drinks, snacks, salads served all day. Open spring through October.
Attractions near this hotel
Getting there: SNCF national train services run to/from the airport every 30 minutes from Cannes Gare St Laurent du Var and every 45 minutes from Nice (Gare Nice Ville). Taxis are readily available and charge around €30 to the city centre; taxi stands are located outside both terminals. Motorway tolls may be added to the fare.
Regular public buses serve the area - hiring a car is also recommended for exploring further afield.
Rue Masséna (shopping) - 2 blocks
Vieux Nice - 2 blocks
Cours Saleya (street market) - 2 blocks
Promenade des Anglais - 3 blocks
Beach - 3 blocks
Casino Ruhl - 4 blocks
Acropolis Convention Center - 1 km (0.5 miles)
Port of Nice - 2 km (1.25 miles)
Principality of Monaco (Monte-Carlo) - 17 km (10 miles)
