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In the heart of Nice — French Riviera

3-star hotel in Nice: a family-run establishment since 1905

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The hotel

Elegant & relaxed

A 3-star hotel in central Nice since 1905, Hôtel Busby occupies a Belle Époque building between the SNCF train station and the Promenade des Anglais.

Here, the art of hospitality has been passed down from generation to generation since 1930; the Tronconi family manages 81 rooms across 7 categories, two flexible seminar rooms, a gym with terrace views and an intimate lounge bar.

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The hotel’s Belle Époque façade
81
rooms in the heart of Nice
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Practical information

  • Check-in & check-out

    Check-in from 2:30 pm, check-out until 11:30 am. Reception open 24/7, multilingual team (FR, EN, IT, ES, PT, AR).

  • Breakfast

    Buffet at €14 (pastries, pancakes, cheeses, ham, hard-boiled egg, fresh fruit…) or express continental at €7 per person per day.

  • Fitness room

    A window opening onto the outdoor terrace: treadmill, upright bike, weight machine, bench, dumbbells and accessories.

  • Luggage storage

    Complimentary luggage storage, available 24/7 — both before check-in and after check-out.

  • On arrival

    Valid official photo ID + security deposit (card or cash) per room. Minimum age required: 18.

  • Frequently asked questions

    Check-in times, parking, pets, breakfast… our reception answers 24/7.

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Our accommodations

81 rooms, elegant & comfortable

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Business spaces

Seminars & meetings

The Busby offers two modular rooms for your business events. The Belle Époque lounge hosts up to 80 guests in a cocktail layout, while the Riviera lounge welcomes smaller groups of up to 30 participants. On-site accommodation, six languages spoken at reception and the central location make it a favorite base for companies, from the brief to the final invoice.
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Our services

Comfort, every day

Breakfast & hotel services
Breakfast

Two options to choose from:

  • Buffet at €14 — pastries, pancakes, cold cuts, yogurt, cheeses, fruit salad, hot and cold drinks.
  • Express continental at €7 — ½ baguette, 1 pastry and drinks.
Practical info

Check-in 2:30 pm · Check-out 11:30 am. Reception & luggage storage available 24/7. Public parking a few steps away.

Fitness room

A bright fitness room, with a window opening onto the outdoor terrace.

Equipment: treadmill, upright bike, weight machine, bench, dumbbells and accessories.

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What they thought

5 / 5

« A great hotel to stay at. We had a greatvstay. Close to the beach, shopping, and restaurants. The beds were comfortable and the room was roomy. A definite recommend. »

gen m. — Google reviews
5 / 5

« Charmant hôtel, l’équipe d’accueil est super ! Chambre magnifique et spacieuse et bien équipée (mini frigo, télévision, bouilloire). Proche de la promenade des anglais ! »

Carla P. — Google reviews
5 / 5

« Lovely hotel nice rooms and lovely service would definitely stay there again »

Linda F. — Google reviews
5 / 5

« I stayed at The Busby from 8th to 12th June it's a quiet hotel but within walking distance of beach and restaurant's,,staff are lovely and very helpful if you need anything the rooms are cleaned every day and clean towels every day also, great place if you want a good night's sleep as it's in a lovely peaceful area »

Margarita. G. — Google reviews
5 / 5

« Top hotel op een mooie locatie. Zeer schone kamers, en een geweldig goed ontbijt! Vriendelijk personeel, kortom een echte aanrader! »

Gina Steur - de B. — Google reviews
5 / 5

« Great hotel, "belle epoque", style hotel... central location, 10 mins to the train station, 10 minutes to Old Town, a little over 5 minutes to the beach. Rooms are spacious, comfortable, and there are many patisseries and restaurants in the immediate area. Highly recommend »

Joe H. — Google reviews
5 / 5

« As excpected. Rooms are at bit worn, but nice and clean. If i visit Nice again i will use the same hotel »

Gubben — Google reviews
5 / 5

« Lokalizacja super , wszędzie blisko . Hotel jest ok jeśli w planach masz sporo zwiedzania »

Adam B. — Google reviews
5 / 5

« שירות טוב רמת חדרים בהתאם למחיר »

חיים. . — Google reviews
4 / 5

« C'était un tres bon séjour, c est un excellent hotel :propre,tres proche du centre et de la promenade,petit déjeuner tres riche ,lit confortable....je le recommande vivement »

Hela N. — Google reviews
Nice, French Riviera
Hôtel Busby
38 rue Maréchal Joffre
06000 Nice, France
04 93 88 19 41
Reception 24/7 · Check-in 2:30 pm
How to reach us

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Just steps from rue Masséna, Cours Saleya and the pedestrian district, the Hôtel Busby connects you within minutes to the iconic sights of the French Riviera. The train station is an 800 m walk away, the Promenade des Anglais less than 7 minutes away and the airport 6 km away by direct tram. From Nice, Monaco is a 20-minute train ride and Cannes 30.
  • Nice Côte d’Azur AirportTaxi & ride-hailing on request · ~15 min6 km
  • Nice-Ville train station (SNCF)On foot · ~10 min800 m
  • Tram & busStops right nearby2 min
MonacoCannesSt-Paul-de-VenceAntibes
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Frequently asked questions

The triangle between the SNCF train station, the Carré d’Or and the Promenade des Anglais remains the most convenient area for a stay in Nice. You can walk to Old Nice, museums, beaches and the main tram lines. Hôtel Busby is located right at this crossroads, on Rue Maréchal Joffre, 800 m from the station and 450 m from the seafront.

From Nice-Ville SNCF station, allow 12 minutes on foot to the Promenade des Anglais via Rue Maréchal Joffre. The L2 tram also serves the seafront in just a few stops. Hôtel Busby is on the walking route, halfway between the two points, making it a convenient landmark during your stay in Nice.

Yes, the hotel offers triple rooms and a 26 m² quadruple room that accommodate families in a single room. This room type is rare in central Nice for an independent 3-star hotel. The property received the Famille Plus label in 2025, a guarantee of a welcome designed for travellers with children.

Rates vary depending on the season, room category and occupancy. In Nice, expect an average of €80 to €150 per night in low season for a 3-star double room in the city centre, and €150 to €250 in the peak summer season or during major events. Booking direct on hotelbusby.fr gives you an immediate 15% discount.

Yes, both destinations can be reached by direct train from Nice-Ville SNCF station, a 10-minute walk from Hôtel Busby. Allow 20 to 25 minutes to Monaco and 30 minutes to Cannes. Saint-Paul-de-Vence, Antibes and Èze are also among the popular day trips with our guests.