Cannes, with its famous palm-lined boulevard La Croisette, separating designer boutiques on one side and exclusive beach clubs on the other, has always been considered one of the most glamorous yachting destinations of the Mediterranean and the French Riviera.
Each year in May, the world-renowned Cannes Film Festival marks the beginning of the summer, with its 72nd edition scheduled to be held from 14 to 25 May this year. This event always brings an infectious atmosphere to the glamorous yacht parties and high-end restaurants you will find from the Palais des Festivals to Port Canto.
Below, Yacht Harbour lists 7 of the most reputable Restaurants you would find in Cannes, for some inspiration on where to eat while spending time in the city.
#1. La Palme d’Or. 2 Michelin Stars.
Location: La Croisette, Hotel Martinez
Chef: Christian Sinicropi
The only 2-star restaurant within the city situated on the first floor of the Hôtel Martinez, offers a beautiful balcony over La Croisette. La Palme d’Or represents unique sensory and culinary experience of inventive french cuisine, showcasing local production and seasonality. Meanwhile, with extensive experience at some of the world’s most renowned gourmet establishments, Guillaume Mantis directs the service in the dining room with a sitting capacity for 26.
#2. Le Park 45. 1 Michelin Star.
Location: Le Grand Hotel
Chef: Sebastien Broda
The highly experienced chef at this restaurant prepares fresh dishes that are full of flavour, taking evident pride in using the best quality ingredients, though regularly changing the menus. The restaurant features minimalist décor and terrace just off the Croisette, along with an elegant dining room with a view overlooking the gardens.
#3. L’auberge Provencale
Location: 10 rue St-Antoine
The oldest restaurant in Cannes, L’auberge Provencale is trademarked with traditional French cuisine and rustic décor. After a total renovation in the tradition old style, the place has also become rendezvous point for artists. From Picasso to Sean Connery, or George Clooney and Phil Collins, many came to greet this place to taste its traditional bouillabaisse, Aioli, Aioli, his stuffed vegetables, cockerels and beef ribs grilled indoor wood fire or Provencal stew with orange zest.
#4. Le Petite Maison de Nicole
Location: Hotel Majestic, La Croisette
Chef: Nicole Rubi
Set in the beautiful Majestic Hotel, the restaurant décor represents a setting of white fabrics, wrought-iron furniture and old wooden floors, complemented with the chef’s French cuisine. Le Petite Maison de Nicole offers a menu with simple though refined flavours prepared with a touch of innovation, highlighted with thin fried zucchini flowers, delicious artichokes and Royal Mediterranean lobsters.
With indoor and outdoor seating, guests succumb to the unique setting that results from a subtle blend of diaphanous curtains, wrought iron and "Pop Artistes" portraits, designed by famous French interior designer Jacqueline Morabito.
#5. Chez Astoux Et Brun
Location: 41-43 Rue Felix Faure and Louis Blanc
This 60-year-old restaurant is well known for its amazing seafood and fish.
#6. Villa Archange. 2 Michellin Stars.
Location: Le Cannet, 3 km up North from Cannes
Chef: Bruno Oger
Within 10 minutes from Cannes, this famous gastronomic restaurant is set in an 18th century country house nestled in the shade of ancient trees. It has preserved the character of a private “hotel particulier”, tastefully decorated in a belle époque style. The restaurant offers beautifully delicious flavours and well-presented Mediterranean cuisine.
#7. L’Oasis, Mandelieu La Napoule. 2 Michelin Stars.
Location: Mandelieu La Napoule, 8 km from Cannes.
Chef: Stéphane Raimbault, Antoine Raimbault and François Raimbault
La Napoule plunges into the sea and has superb panoramic views along a pathway of botanic interest. L’Oasis restaurant meqnwhile represents the setting for the renowned fusion cuisine of the Raimbault brothers, hidden in the shade of the patio, surrounded by palm trees and exotic flowers or on the verandas of the conservatory.
Depending on what catches their eye at the Forville market in Cannes, Chefs Stéphane and Antoine put together a menu that combines contemporary and Provencal flavours with infinite Asian flourishes. Concurrently, their brother François, the patissier, adds the finishing touches to this magical and exotic symphony with his renowned “Caravan of Desserts”.
#8. Mas Candille Gastronomic. 1 Michelin Star.
Location: Mougins, 7 km up North from Cannes
Chef: Xavier Burelle
Located within the beautiful setting of the French riviera countryside, the Restaurant Candille offers a genuine gastronomic experience. The artistic finesse of the dining room is equally matched by the creative taste of Chef Xavier Burelle, and the result is an unparalleled dining experience.
Guests can dine al fresco beneath the shade-dappled terrace, while enjoying the stunning views of Grasse and the Pre-Alpes or within the sumptuous surroundings of the main dining room.
Turkish builder Alia Yachts has delivered the 52.5-meter Limerence, a full-custom expedition yacht designed for both luxury charters and extreme adventure operations. The vessel, now available for Mediterranean summer charters through Christie Yachts, will reposition to the Caribbean for winter season.Developed with Azure Yacht Design, Limerence features a commercially certified helideck approved for Bell 429 and Airbus H145 operations, complete with integrated refueling systems storing 2,000 liters of jet fuel. The yacht carries four tenders deployed via a 7.5-ton crane, including a custom Wajer 38S and 12.5-meter X-Tender, alongside comprehensive diving gear and water toys.The helideck converts to a sports court with netting for basketball or volleyball, while below deck, a dedicated watersports lounge replaces conventional salon space. Three convertible guest cabins include a full-beam owner's suite designed by Istanbul-based CT Mimarlık."Her helicopter capabilities unlock remote destinations from alpine regions to jungle airstrips," noted Christie Yachts' Caroline Antlett. Alia Yachts President Gökhan Çelik emphasized the project's custom nature: "Every system was engineered specifically for dual-purpose luxury and operational use."Limerence joins Alia's growing portfolio of expedition yachts, with four new builds currently under construction at their Antalya facility. Charter rates remain undisclosed. Winter operations may expand to include Costa Rica pending regulatory approvals.Alia Yachts was founded in 2008 by Gokhan Çelik and Omer Koray. Located in the port of Antalya on the beautiful Turkish Riviera, Alia Yachts shipyard currently occupies approximately 8,000 m2, including three construction halls with their suites of specialist workshops and a dedicated interiors facility. With an additional 16,000 sq. m under development for 2019, Alia Yachts will rank among the top facilities in the region.Credits: Alia Yachts
July 11, 2025
The latest 60-meter Amels Limited Editions superyacht has arrived at Damen Yachting's Vlissingen facility for outfitting, following hull construction at the company's Gydnia shipyard in Poland. Scheduled for delivery in 2027, the vessel marks the eighth hull in the Amels 60 series.Designed by Espen Øino with custom interiors by Laura Sessa, the 853 GT yacht will accommodate 12 guests and 13 crew. Project Manager Joppe Osté noted: "We're excited to begin outfitting and look forward to collaborating again with Laura Sessa's team, given their experience with Amels Limited Editions."The Amels 60 series features hybrid propulsion options and meets IMO Tier III emissions standards. Seven units are currently operational worldwide, primarily in Mediterranean and Caribbean charter service.Damen Yachting, the yacht-building division of Damen Shipyards Group, employs approximately 500 professionals across its Amels, SeaXplorer, and Yacht Support vessel programs. No purchase price was disclosed for the new build.Credits: Damen Yachting
July 11, 2025
Sanlorenzo has introduced its largest crossover yacht to date, the 36.5-meter SX120, featuring the first marine implementation of Volvo Penta's IPS Professional Platform. The yacht will debut at the Cannes Yachting Festival from September 9-14, 2025.The SX120 represents a technical evolution in the Italian builder's crossover range, combining elements of flybridge and explorer yachts. Its key innovation is the IPS Professional propulsion system, utilizing four compact 1,000 HP engines in twin-pod configuration. This setup reduces engine room space by 30% compared to conventional systems while improving fuel efficiency through Volvo Penta's Eco Mode automation and Selective Catalytic Reduction emissions treatment.Designed by Zuccon International Project with interiors by Piero Lissoni, the 270 GT yacht features a 70 sqm transformable beach club with retractable swimming pool and opening side terraces. The four-deck layout includes: lower deck with four convertible guest cabins, crew quarters, and hammam, full-beam master suite with private bow patio, dining area for 14 located at the main deck, and 360-degree lounge convertible to media/play room at the upper deck. "The IPS Professional Platform allows unique design solutions for large yachts by reclaiming space typically dedicated to propulsion," said Sanlorenzo CEO Tommaso Vincenzi. The system enables a 15% reduction in fuel consumption at cruising speeds of 12 knots, with noise levels reduced by 7dB compared to traditional shaftline configurations.Construction utilizes advanced composites with carbon fiber reinforcement in high-load areas. The first hull features Lissoni's signature interior design with steel-clad central staircase, backlit master suite headboard, and ceramic marble-effect bathroom surfaces.Two additional SX120 units are currently in production, with delivery slots available from 2027. Pricing remains undisclosed, though industry analysts estimate base configuration costs exceeding €25 million. The model expands Sanlorenzo's SX line that began with the SX76 in 2017 and now represents 28% of the builder's order book.Volvo Penta Marine Sales VP Nicola Pomi noted: "The hydrodynamically optimized counter-rotating propellers reduce energy losses by 18% while improving low-speed maneuverability." The propulsion package includes integrated hybrid readiness for future battery retrofits.With 40% more exterior space than conventional motoryachts in its class, the SX120 offers 215 sqm of deck areas including a 45 sqm sun deck. Storage capacity accommodates a 5.5-meter tender and water toys in the garage.Sanlorenzo reports strong interest in the model from European and Asian markets, with the first unit destined for Mediterranean cruising. The builder currently has 17 yachts under construction across its SX, SP, and SD lines at its Ameglia and La Spezia facilities.Sanlorenzo was founded in 1958 in Viareggio by yacht builder Gionvanni Jannetti. In 2005, Massimo Perrotti became the majority shareholder in the shipyard. Sanlorenzo builds yachts ranging from 28.60 to 73 meters in length. Credits: Sanlorenzo
July 9, 2025
Silent Yachts has launched its new 24.38-meter SY80 solar-electric catamaran, scheduled for world premiere at the Cannes Yachting Festival (September 9-14, 2025). The first unit, a sold 2-Deck configuration, features four guest cabins including master and VIP suites.The SY80 offers three layout options (2-Deck, 3-Deck Open, 3-Deck Closed) with customizable deck arrangements. The inaugural model includes a 360-degree helm station, panoramic saloon, and storage for water toys in a concealed garage. Performance specifications include a 12-knot top speed, 7-8 knot cruising speed, and solar array capacity of 22.4 kWp with 522-696 kWh battery options.Two additional 3-Deck versions have been sold. No pricing was disclosed. The Italian-built catamaran expands Silent Yachts' solar-powered range, following previous models like the SY60.Silent-Yachts is producing the world’s first fully solar-sustainable oceangoing production catamaran yachts. They are powered exclusively by solar energy and capable of cruising up to 100 miles per day. In 2009, founders Heike and Michael Köhler, who have spent 6,000 days cruising more than 75,000 miles all around the world, launched the Solarwave 46, the first fully self-sufficient blue-water catamaran after years of testing solar-powered propulsion, and they have been building boats ever since. Credits: Silent-Yachts
July 9, 2025
Nominations are now open for the sixth edition of the Design Innovation Award, recognizing international excellence in marine design and innovation. The award ceremony will take place on September 19, 2025, at Palazzo Ducale during the 65th Genoa International Boat Show (September 18-23).Automotive designer Walter De Silva, recipient of the Compasso d'Oro and former head of Volkswagen Group Design, will chair the jury. "This award highlights how innovation and design quality merge with sustainability and beauty," De Silva commented.Organized by the Italian Marine Industry Association and the Genoa Boat Show, the competition has grown from 40 submissions in 2020 to over 90 entries in recent editions. The award evaluates projects based on technological advancement, sustainability, and design quality.All exhibitors at the 2025 Genoa Boat Show are eligible to participate. No submission deadline has been specified.Credits: Genoa Boat Show
July 9, 2025