Vacation rentals in Nice: apartments, Airbnb and furnished rentals

Updated 27 September 2026

In Nice, seasonal rentals (apartments, studios, tourist furnished rentals) make up a large share of the supply, especially for week-long stays and group travelers. Well chosen, they often cost less than a hotel and let you cook. Poorly chosen, they pile up noise, damp, and hidden fees. Here's the method.

Platforms or local agencies: what to choose

• Platforms (Airbnb, Booking, Abritel) offer the widest choice and useful filters (air conditioning, elevator, parking). Read recent reviews and check the exact location on the map before booking.
• Local agencies and concierge services provide in-person welcome, an inventory check, and a clear deposit. Useful for long stays or late arrivals.
• Tourist residences and apart-hotels combine hotel services and independence: see our selection of hotels and residences in Nice.

The neighborhoods that work well for rentals

The same logic as for hotels applies, find the details in our guide Where to stay in Nice.

• City center (Masséna, Jean Médecin, Libération): convenient, served by tram and bus, suited to car-free stays;
• Vieux-Nice: maximum charm, but pedestrian streets, sometimes old buildings, and noise at night, check the exact location, including the Cours Saleya area;
• Seafront: sea views and immediate beach access; the Promenade des Anglais concentrates the most sought-after properties (and the most expensive in summer);
• Port and station: best value for money relative to location, with quick access to transport;
• Outskirts (Fabron, Magnan, Sainte-Marguerite): gentler prices, but count on the tram or bus to reach the center.

Regulations: what to check before booking

Renting out tourist furnished accommodation is strictly regulated in France, and law no. 2024-1039 of 19 November 2024 (known as the Le Meur law) strengthened municipalities' powers: registration of rentals, quotas by neighborhood, energy performance requirements, and penalties. In practice, before booking:

• check that the listing mentions the registration number with the town hall where the municipality requires it;
• make sure the tourist tax is properly collected (it is due for furnished rentals, just like at hotels); our guide Where to stay in Nice gives the 2026 rates;
• for a long stay, request a mobility lease or a written contract specifying charges and deposit.

Common pitfalls, and how to avoid them

• Air conditioning: essential in July-August on a top floor; filter explicitly for it.
• Elevator: rare in Vieux-Nice and older buildings; check if you have heavy luggage.
• Parking: few rentals come with a space; prepare with our guide where to park in Nice.
• Noise: bar streets, refuse collection, traffic on main roads; prefer a courtyard-side bedroom.
• Misleading photos: ask for the exact floor area and floor level, and cross-check with recent reviews.

Frequently asked questions