Carlton Cannes transforms into an enchanted garden of lights, ice skating, gourmet delights and luxurious festive experiences, welcoming travellers to celebrate the festive season on the French Riviera
Carlton Cannes, A Regent Hotel, invites guests from around the world to experience its spectacular 2025–2026 festive celebration, “Under the Stars,” running from 21st November 2025 to 11th January 2026. The iconic Croisette hotel transforms into an enchanting dreamlike escape in the heart of the French Riviera.
During this festive season, the hotel’s listed façade is adorned with golden reflections, welcoming visitors into a completely reinvented garden, at the centre of which an ephemeral ice rink welcomes adults and children alike. Each weekend, a Gospel choir fills the garden with festive melodies, creating a warm, celebratory atmosphere.
The grand opening of the 2025 festive season featured a monumental ice sculpture representing the iconic façade of Carlton Cannes. Installed in the patio and transformed into a champagne bar, it became the emblem of the opening night and one of the most daring installations ever presented by the hotel. The evening was brought to life with a skating performance and a tightrope walker. The décor, enhanced by a luminous hot-air balloon with a suspended moon, transported visitors into a poetic, dreamlike world, making this inauguration a spectacular and unforgettable moment.
The enchanted atmosphere continues with floral creations and poetic compositions by Djordje Varda, whose poetic vegetal constellations play with light, volume and texture to create an immersive, dreamlike atmosphere where every detail invites reverie and contemplation.
Gastronomy & Gourmet Experiences
Throughout the festive season, Carlton Cannes offers a constellation of gourmet experiences:
● A gourmet chalet serving crêpes, mini waffles, panettones, hot chocolate, spiced cider, fragrant teas, or champagne.
● An exclusive Yule Log creation, The “Carl’s Wishlist” Yule Log by Pastry Chef Anthony Coquereau.
● Two pastry masterclasses for children on 10 and 17 December.
● Christmas and New Year’s dinners, brunches, and seasonal menus across the hotel’s signature venues, including Riviera Restaurant, Grand Salon, Rüya Restaurant, and Bar°58.
Wellness, Gifts & Family Moments
Guests can indulge in:
● A 60-minute duo ritual combining a private hammam and a massage at the C Club Spa.
● Festive shopping available on-site at the chalet or online featuring snow globes, plush toys, Christmas jumpers, accessories and more
● Festive stays starting from €550, including breakfast, a visit to La Malmaison Museum, Carlton Kids Society access (the hotel’s Kids Club), and a glass of champagne served in-room for a celebratory touch.
A Riviera Icon, Reimagined
Originally opened in 1913 and overlooking the prestigious Croisette, Carlton Cannes is celebrated for its historic Belle Époque façade and timeless Riviera heritage. After a full transformation, the hotel today offers reimagined interiors, refined dining, and unforgettable seasonal programming, continuing to welcome guests seeking the elegance, culture and magic of the French Riviera.
With Indian travellers increasingly seeking immersive cultural getaways, European winter festivals, and experiential luxury holidays, Carlton Cannes’ “Under the Stars” season presents a unique opportunity to experience the Riviera in its most enchanting form.
