In the heart of Promenade des Anglais, The Jay Hotel by HappyCulture offers a sophisticated retreat. Unwind with a book from the library, sip on a drink at the bar or get some work done at the business center. With in-room WiFi and multilingual staff to assist you, previous guests have praised their stay for its helpful service.
The Jay Hotel by HappyCulture offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Promenade des Anglais and Hôtel Negresco. Free WiFi is an added perk, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, scuba diving, and water skiing. Also, Place Massena and Port of Nice are just a 5-minute drive away. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff. Public transportation is just a short walk: Alsace - Lorraine Tram Station is 5 minutes and Massena Tramway Station is 10 minutes.
At a glance
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Property size
38 units
Arranged over 5 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Express check-in/out available
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 11 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children
Children aged 3 and younger eat free breakfast
Babysitting*
PETS
Pets
Pets allowed*
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
No onsite parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Beach
Near the beach
Internet
Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
No onsite parking available
Family friendly
Babysitting (surcharge)
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Microwave
Espresso maker
Cookware/dishes/utensils
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Dining
Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–10:30 AM on weekends: EUR 22 for adults and EUR 11 for children aged 7–12
1 bar
Room service available
Bedrooms
Bed sheets provided
Bathrooms
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Free toiletries
Living spaces
Library
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV with digital service
Work spaces
Business center
Climate control
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pet friendly
EUR 15 per pet per night
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Elevator
Grab bar near toilet
Low-height counter and sink
Raised toilet seat
Soundproofing
Stair-free path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Daily housekeeping
Safe
Multilingual staff
Phone
Luggage storage
Blackout drapes/curtains
Safe at front desk
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Location highlights
Near the boardwalk/promenade
Things to do
Scuba diving nearby
Scooter/moped rentals nearby
Ecotours nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Water skiing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
First aid kit
Security system
Window guards
General
38 rooms
5 floors
1 building
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 3.48 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 18 years of age.
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 22 for adults and EUR 11 for children aged 7 to 12
Children & extra beds
Babysitting is available for an extra charge
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 15 per pet, per night
Policies
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property.
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
This property is professionally cleaned.
Also known as
Citadines Buffa
Citadines Buffa House
Citadines Buffa House Nice
Jay Hotel HappyCulture Nice
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Jay Hotel
Jay Hotel HappyCulture
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The Jay Hotel
The Jay By Happyculture Nice
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Frequently asked questions
Does The Jay Hotel by HappyCulture offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Jay Hotel by HappyCulture does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Jay Hotel by HappyCulture?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of EUR 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at The Jay Hotel by HappyCulture?
Sorry, there's no onsite parking at The Jay Hotel by HappyCulture.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Jay Hotel by HappyCulture?
You can check in starting at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-out are available.
What is there to do at The Jay Hotel by HappyCulture and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like hiking, scuba diving, and water skiing. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours.
Does The Jay Hotel by HappyCulture have a kitchen or kitchenette?
Yes, there is a kitchenette which also includes a refrigerator, a microwave, and an espresso maker.
What's the area around The Jay Hotel by HappyCulture like?
The Jay Hotel by HappyCulture is located near Blue Beach in Nice City Centre, a short 5-minute walk from Alsace - Lorraine Tram Station and 4 minutes' walk from Promenade des Anglais.
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Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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8.8
Cleanliness
9.2
Location
8.8
Staff & service
8.6
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
The property's prime location made it extremely convenient to access the nearby beach. (9 reviews)
The property's included breakfast was good and the lobby espresso machine was a nice touch. (5 reviews)
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Reviews
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 3, 2026
Very good location. Nice room, we had a four bed room. Very nice and attentive staff.
Magnus
Magnus, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 5, 2026
The hotel beautifully presented and the staff friendly and helpful
Alastair
Alastair, 4-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 17, 2026
Very friendly staff. Rooms are spacious enough. One of the best hotels in area.
ELIE
ELIE, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 18, 2026
Spacious room with a fridge was nice. We did not try the hotel breakfast but we were happy with our stay. The location was very walkable and the staff friendly. Would stay here again.
Dallas
Dallas, 4-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Apr 4, 2026
The Jay Hotel is a relatively small hotel with around 30-35 rooms. It's ideally situated for the beautiful promenade, as well as Nice's many bars and restaurants. The hotel manager is friendly and helpful. For us, the areas where it could do better are: size of the rooms and storage space - if you ignore the kitchenette, we had one wardrobe, no drawers - not really enough for a 4 night stay; configuration of the bathroom - eg, the position of our lavatory made usage rather challenging (be advised if you are over 6 feet/180 cm tall); finally, breakfast was typically chaotic as the room just isn't big enough to accommodate the numbers (hence chairs being moved around, and even brought in from reception).
If the Jay Hotel could make a few tweaks to make it feel less cramped, it would be a great hotel.
Adam
Adam, 4-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 14, 2026
This is the second year consecutively staying for a whole week at this excellent Jay Hotel.
Due to the great management especially Mrs. Liliana and her staff which really spoiled us we had a wonderful vacation and a great stay in Nice for the second time.
We consider Jay Hotel as our Home in Nice from now.
We hope to return back as soon.
Daniela and Andrei
Daniela
Daniela, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 25, 2025
Staff was great. Close to beach and restaurants.
Sheldon
Sheldon, 7-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 6, 2024
Friendly staff, amazing location
Cassidy
Cassidy, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 27, 2024
Lovely hotel and great staff
jonathan
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 31, 2024
Excellent boutique hotel for the value. Staff was excellent and in a great location with easy access to everything.
Jeffrey
Jeffrey, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 25, 2025
Perfect size of room and ideal for amenities and proximity to the beach
Cadence
Cadence, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Feb 27, 2025
Comfortable stay. Breakfast expensive.
Claire Elizabeth
Claire Elizabeth, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 2, 2025
I have now stayed here 3 times and its always a pleasure. The staff are so friendly and kind. This is my first choice to stay when I am in Nice. I like that the rooms hsve a kitchenette and there is a grocery store nearby.
Francine
Francine, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Aug 21, 2023
The team very kind and the hotel comfortable
MAJID
MAJID, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 16, 2025
This hotel exceeded my expectations in every way! The location is perfectly walkable, the staff are incredibly friendly, and the lounge offers free coffee all day. Rooms are spacious, stylish, and thoughtfully designed, complete with a kitchenette (microwave, fridge, kettle, stovetop, and espresso machine). I loved all the design touches throughout the space.
My only suggestion would be to add safety handles/bars in the shower/tub area to make it easier and safer to step out.
Lei
Lei, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 14, 2023
The staff was super friendly and helpful. Great location a few blocks off the beach and walking distance of all the stuff!
Kimberly
Kimberly, 4-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Oct 11, 2023
Great location, everywhere within 10min walk. Rooms clean and friendly staff
Tomas
Tomas, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jan 17, 2025
Off season great value
Wonderful hotel, walking distance to major sites, 100 meters from the beach, lots of good restaurants within five minutes walk.
Warm and friendly staff, really helpful introductions to the surrounding areas, love you guys.
Zhen
Zhen, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 14, 2024
Brilliant location just a couple of streets back from the boulevard
Alistair
Alistair, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 31, 2023
Very friendly and accommodating staff
Kim Marvin
Kim Marvin, 4-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 12, 2025
Old folks on tour.
Lovely front desk staff, could not be more helpful, will stay again when in Nice.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 25, 2024
We had a wonderful stay I this hotel. The staff is so friendly, the hotel really nice & well localised, & our room very comfortable for a family. We will choose again this hotel if we are lucky enough to come back to Nice.
melanie
melanie, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 26, 2024
Amazing stay at the Jay hotel. The staff were incredible, the room was perfect for our family of 3, and the location was great. Highly recommend especially compared to higher cost options.
Justin
Justin, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 7, 2024
Excellent customer service I was with my family. Happy that I booked this hotel.
sheetal
sheetal, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 8, 2023
Great property in a prime location
Very comfortable stay in a prime location in Nice. Excellent staff, ready to help with everything and anything.