Grand-Hotel du Cap-Ferrat. It’s actually somewhere between Nice and Monaco.

Last Visited?

I first visited when I was there for the Cannes film festival recently. I’ve only been there once.

The elegant Grand-Hotel du Cap

The Experience?

It was memorable, utterly peaceful and amazing. My room faced the Mediterranean Sea and I had a view that was perpetually blue. At the back, I had a view of the huge hotel’s own pine grove, where shade and light play and where you drink your wine against a stunning backdrop. Situated at the southernmost tip of the Cape of Antibes, I was told the building was a Napoleon III structure. Aside from being extremely luxurious, the hotel has a rich sense of history. And it adjoins Cannes and Nice, the old fortified town of Antibes and the lively neighbourhood of Juan-Les-Pins. I distinctly remember the aroma of pine wood and there was also a romantic rose garden. You walk to a pavilion built on a terrace by the sea, to swim, and you just float in the sea water there...the spectacular overflowing swimming pool is alone privy to a volume of secret memories. But I’m not telling!

Its luxurious interiors

The Food?

I have the best memories of the food there. The restaurants served absolutely exquisite and delicious food. Just imagine...fine lasagne with Aquitaine caviar, baby leeks in olive oil, a roasted rack of Aveyron lamb in an olive and parsley crust, sole with candied aubergines...perfectly presented and served, in the perfect ambience.

The Hotels’ ‘USP’?

Since 2007, the hotel has hosted one of the most precious Château d’Yquem collections, from 1854 to 2003. The Grand-Hotel regularly organises wine weekends featuring France’s greatest châteaux.

Repeat Visit?

I’d love to go there again. And if it is because I’ve been invited to the Cannes Film Festival again, that would be the icing on the cake.

The Information

• Location: Cap-Ferrat Peninsula
• Accommodation: 73 rooms and suites
• Tariff: From €352
• Contact: +33-4-93765050, www.lhw.com