"As has been mentioned a few times in the reviews on this apartment, Nice Port due to its central location is a noisy area. This apartment is located right on Ile de Beaute (the main street that looks out over Nice Port) so if you're looking for peace and quiet, this apartment may not be suitable.
However, if you are looking for a large (3 bedroom) apartment in Nice Port close to the action and all the bars and restaurants that the port area has to offer, as well as a fantastic sea view, then this is a superb holiday option.
We would invite you to look at the following list of holiday rentals in more tranquil surroundings in Nice if you're looking for a relaxing getaway."
"We take all feedback very seriously and having investigated Mr. Smilies feedback we found that recent traffic diversions caused all the heavy Nice Port traffic close to the apartment and we are very sorry indeed that this ruined your stay.
Although much of this is abated, and will only get quieter as the tramway is due to take up most of the existing traffic lanes outside, this apartment is still in the heart of the action and not suitable for people who need the surroundings to be quiet.
This is a family apartment and really suits large families on holiday, please don't rent this apartment if you are groups of unrelated ladies who need extensive and multiple bathroom facilities.
We have updated the descriptions to ensure that this is understood and thank you very much for your useful feedback. "
"This apartment is ruined by the unbelievable traffic noise. Sleep is impossible with the windows open which is necessary with no functional air conditioner. The bathroom is much too small and the issue of only one set of keys is an absolute inconvenience. I could not recommend this venue as a good place to stay in Nice."
"Very Nice apartment, with a great location. Unfortunately there is a lot of noice from the cars on the street. Nice is just a great city, we loved the stay. "
"This was a really lovely villa to stay in. Very nice view over Nice city and the hills and sea. The decoration is very unique and interesting and our family liked it very much.
We visited nice centre often which is a lot of fun, full of restaurants and artists. We will be back 100%."
"We thoroughly enjoyed our short stay in this stunning apartment. We felt very at home here and even chose to stay in and cook one night to make the most of it! You couldn't ask for a better holiday let website and all of our queries were answered promptly by the agent. The owner was there to greet us when we arrived which i thought was lovely - he was also extremely helpful. The best thing was the ease of it all as that's what makes it a holiday for me and i fully appreciated the high level of decor and attention to detail. The booking was easy, the location was perfect for the sea front and train station and i hope we will be able to stay again. Thoroughly recommended. Thank You !"
"The apartment is in great condition, the view from the balcony is lovely. South facing so it gets the sun all day, plus there are extendable canopies for ensuring your covered while having some al fresco dining. Ideal location if you have a car for visiting Nice and the other villages along the Riviera. The only issue is that the buses only run until 21:00 and the walk from Nice or Villefranche is around 25 minutes uphill back to the apartment. Taxis are between €15 and €20 back to the apartment. Make sure you visit Eze, lovely little village with a great view."
"Thank you for this fabulous apartment in this truly fabulous location. Nice Port really is the beating heart of this lovely city, we had a super time and we absolutely loved the apartment, thank you again."
"Very nice, however there are 39 steps up to the villa. The villa is not air conditioned, fans would have been appreciated. The rest was very good, great location."
"L'Escalinada, suitably named due to its climbing terrace, is a definite must for any tourist interested in traditional French gourmet. Situated at the very back of the old town, this quaint and typically French restaurant serves some strange alternatives, yet curiously enticing dishes that will seldom fail to disappoint even the harshest critic.
As a resident of Vieux Nice, I find it difficult to break away from the uniform 'pizza-pasta' menu that is available in the majority of venues offered to the tourist in Nice. The Italian influence in the old town is undeniable, yet, l'Escalinada stands stoically by its' firm French roots, offering only a French menu while contradicting itself by offering a friendly and accommodating staff (the latter being a unique point in itself, especially within Nice).
The menu is predominantly meat-based, serving a surprising amount of red meat, rabbit and other heavy dishes. However, the vegetarian shall not be neglected, as most of the best meals on the menu are based on vegetables of the Mediterranean variety, most notably, the fleurs de courgettes starters (also served as a main), a light yet very tasty introduction to what can be consumed as the experience continues. My personal choice of dish was rabbit served with a garlic and olive oil coating and the chef did not spare on the portion offered. My partner in crime chose veal with a heavy mushroom sauce, accompanied by tagliatelle and fresh warm bread. The dessert menu was recited to us by a very personable waiter, and I chose a strawberry tart that was light and deliciously summery.
And the food did not need to compensate for the small yet carefully chosen wine menu, which varied from light to medium white's and rose's to the heavier red's that fitted the beef dishes perfectly. The meal was also accompanied by aperitifs and small nibbles to tempt the palette, as well as subtle candle and flower arrangements so as to help the diner to relax and enjoy the soft atmosphere.
Overall, a very pleasurable experience that would satisfy any appetite. For me, the presence of genuine Nicois punters settled my questioning on whether it was definitely the real thing, or just a money-spinner to pull in the tourists. In short, a must-do if visiting Nice. "
Bedrooms: 6
