Plage du Festival sits at the centre of the Croisette action, at the foot of the Carlton (52 La Croisette) — a beach club built for the season, with lunch on the sand and a front-row view of the Cannes parade.
Booking, the OF.luxury way
One message covers it: date, party size and any preferences. We confirm availability and the day's terms directly with the venue, hold the table in your name, and stay reachable until you are seated. Every booking is subject to the venue's availability and confirmed case by case.
Plage du Festival: the beach in front of the Carlton
Despite the name, this beach is not beside the Palais. It is at 52 Boulevard de la Croisette, at the foot of the Carlton, in the middle of the seafront. Guests staying at the Carlton can be on the sand in a couple of minutes.
History
The beach was created by Jean Mineur, the advertising designer. It has kept its blue and white identity on the Croisette ever since.
The beach
It is a sandy beach under blue and white parasols, with showers, Wi-Fi and loungers to rent. Next to it is a Sothys spa of about 250 square metres, so a treatment can fit between swims. Dogs are not allowed.
The kitchen
Chef Dominique Galla runs the restaurant with a refined Mediterranean menu. The evening service is built around the sunset over the bay, and the beach also hosts family receptions and drinks.
Hours and season
The tourist office lists it open all year, every day, from 10am to midnight. That makes it one of the Croisette beaches that works for a winter lunch as well as a July afternoon.
Who it suits
Carlton guests and families who want a central beach with a spa next door. Also anyone after a classic Croisette lunch rather than a party. In Festival fortnight it is in the thick of the boulevard; our Cannes Film Festival page covers that period. For a beach closer to the Palais, see La Môme Plage. Families taking a house can start with our Cannes villas.
What is the minimum spend at Plage du Festival?
Minimums at Plage du Festival vary by night, table and season and are confirmed on request — we give you the exact figure for your date before you commit.
How do I book Plage du Festival through OF.luxury?
Message us on WhatsApp or email with your date and party size. We confirm availability and terms directly with Plage du Festival and come back — usually within the hour in season. Availability is never guaranteed until confirmed.
What is the dress code at Plage du Festival?
Plage du Festival runs a beach chic dress code. We confirm any specifics for your day or night when we hold the table.
Which area is Plage du Festival in?
Plage du Festival is in Croisette, Cannes. We can arrange chauffeured transfers, and pair the booking with villas, yachts or jets.