Cap Estel France
Cap Estel
1312 Avenue Raymond Poincaré,
06360 Èze Bord de Mer,
France
www.capestel.com
HOTEL INFORMATION
Shareholders
Privately owned
Date of Creation
1951
Hotel General Manager
Mr Eric Paulus
During 25 years of his career, Eric Paulus has achieved a perfect professional path in the world biggest hotel group, from Portman and Britannia in London to Croisette palaces in Cannes, like Lucien Barrière, Martinez Concorde, Carlton Intercontinental and JW Marriot Cannes. Eric Paulus has constructed an experimented, unified, passionate and hardworking team, having as watchword: adaptation, availability, reactivity and discretion.
Hotel Positioning
5 star luxury boutique hotel
Development Strategy
Cap Estel is one of the top hotels in the world, offering a typical French and Mediterranean experience with a focus on service, people, a luxurious environment, French gastronomy and wines, wellness, watersports activities, safety …. Our strategy is to focus on wealthy leisure FIT international clients, couples, families and special events.
CAP ESTEL
History & Story
It is in 1900 that Franck Harris, Oscar’s Wilde friend and confidant, transformed this rocky seaside resort into a luxurious place for wealthy winter tourists. But It is only when Countess Mery de la Carnoge buys the domain at auction cause its bankruptcy, and renames it Roc Saphir, that a stunning garden is added, with some unique species and which still exists today. Prior the First World War, the property passed to a French woman, Rose Angeline Levieuze, the mistress of Count Serguei, one of the last Stroganoffs. André Embiricos, successor of one of the most ancient families, Greek amateurs and automobile pilots, acquired Cap Estel in 1923. It was only in 1951, after the occupation of the domain by German army, that Robert Squarciafichi transformed it into one of the most famous hideaways on the Riviera. The Domain was purchased in 2000 by the family of its current owner, industrialists from South Africa, who gave back to the Cap its contemporary masterpiece appearance. Three years of work were necessary to give back a soul to the house, inaugurated on May 27th 2004. Talented architects and decorators from London created a light atmosphere, in harmony with the sea and the gardens. Cosy, elegant, luxurious, but not ostentatious, the atmosphere blends its furnishings with modern technology, delicate details or glamourous colors of its suites, Hollywood dressings and fine linens, contemporary paintings and Asian crafts, a monumental bar and a friendly restaurant, the glass cube of its wine cellar and comfortable lounge areas.
Date Renewal
2017: A new building «The garden” with 6 new junior suites
Main Strengths, Special Touch
All 28 guest rooms and suites, restaurants, and leisure areas offer a direct view of the Mediterranean. Private beach onsite, protected diving area. Fine Michelin star restaurant, very large suites (from 50 m² to 500 m²) very private and safe. More akin to a private home, Cap Estel provides guarantees an intimate, private and tranquil experience.
Location
Cap Estel is located on the peninsula between Monaco and St Jean Cap Ferrat and is one of the Cote d’Azur’s best kept secrets. Just a stone’s throw from the glamour of Monte Carlo, and only half an hour from Nice International Airport, it is a haven of beauty, elegance and discretion. There is little inkling from the stately entrance gates of the gem that lies below. Breath taking views are revealed as you wind your way down towards the sea through lush and elegant Mediterranean gardens, where the Florentine style mansion standsmajestically amid two hectares of grounds on its own headland overlooking the Mediterranean Sea.It is a luxurious hideaway with an uplifting atmosphere, in perfect harmony with its surroundings. Cap Estel offers a fairy tale backdrop for your special day, perfect for relaxing and celebrating with friends and family.
Key sites/activities in the area
Monte Carlo – Royal Family Castle / Casino / Shopping area / Exotic gardens / Oceanographic Museum Menton – Jean Cocteau Museum / La Fête du Citron / historical city
Italian Border – Ventimiglia / San Remo / Markets / Shopping
Eze Village – One of the most prestigious typical French and medieval villages with stunning views of the Mediterranean. Wide variety of gastronomic and typical provençal restaurants, perfume factory.
Cap Ferrat – One of the wealthy part in the world, amazing private beaches, famous walk around the Cap.Nice – The main city with its famous flowermarket, walk in the old city, nice sightseeing from a lot of spots, especially from the old castle. Famous Marc Chagall and Henri Matisse Museum.
Fun Facts
The Beatles often resided at Cap Estel. Paul Mc Cartney used to play his acoustic guitar by the pool. Inspired by the magical surroundings, they wrote one of their most famous songs “Michelle” during one of their stays at Cap Estel.
Children’s Corner
Families with children are very welcome at Cap Estel: they will meet our bear mascotte, tiuni, and will enjoy special welcome amenities like candies, soft refreshments, coloring books, personalized bathrobes and slippers, cartoons on request in our cinema room, as well as special menus.
HOTEL FEATURES
Accommodation
Number of suites: 16
Le Cap (main building):
• 2 Dream Suites “le Cap” – between 90m² and 110 m²
• 2 Ambassador Suites « le Cap » – 70 m²
• 3 Junior Suites « le Cap » – 45 m²
Le Parc:
• 1 Junior Suite « le parc » 40 m
• 1 Dream Suite « le Parc » – 50m²
Les Jardins:
• 6 Junior Suites « les Jardins » – between 45m² and 55m²
Number of Luxury rooms: 12
Le Cap (main building):
• 3 Deluxe Rooms “le Cap” 30 m²
• 6 Deluxe Rooms with terrace “le Cap” between 28 m² and 30 m²
La Mer:
• 3 Deluxe Rooms with balcony between 26 m² and 30 m²
Number of rooms, (keys) in all: 28
All rooms and suites offer sea view, and breakfast is included in the rate
Amenities: free parking & valet service, free Wi-fi, bottle of wine rosé in room, cakes & chocolate, free soft minibar and Nespresso machine at disposal, bathroom products by SOTHYS.
Restaurants & Bars
• La Table de Patrick Raingeard to La Table du Cap Estel
French gourmet cuisine restaurant (Michelin awarded)
• Le Ficus
Summer restaurant near by the pool (barbecue & salad)
• Le Bar
Winter restaurant near by the fireplace
• Two bars, one in the main house and one by the swimming pool
Wellness
• Spa by « Sothys »
• Outdoor sea water infinity swimming pool with heated jacuzzi
• Indoor heated swimming pool
• Sauna and hammam
• Gym area
• Private beach
Corporate & Celebration Events
• Loggia restaurant: up to 70 people indoors and 80 people outdoors for a banquet
• Chessboard lawn: up to 130 people for a ceremony or a cocktail
• Le Ficus: up to 40 people outdoors
• Lobby Bar / Terrace Bar: Up to 50 people indoors and 70 people outdoors
• Special Events subject to hire of the entire property: up to 250 people.
Extra Notable Features
• Tennis court
• Cinema
• Cooking classes
• Swimming lessons
• Vegetable garden tours with the Chef
• Stunning rose garden with sea view
• Petanque playing area
• Private beach – diving and water sport activities
Hotel and restaurant Awards
2017
• Michelin 1 star
• Gault & Millau
• Trip Advisor “attestation d’excellence”
2015-2016
• Michelin 1 star
• Gault & Millau
• Trip Advisor “attestation d’excellence”
• World Luxury Hotel Awards – Winner category luxury boutique hotel
Number of employees
90