Villa Otero by Happyculture

4.0 star property
Hotel with a coffee shop/cafe, near Promenade des Anglais

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Daily buffet breakfast (EUR 17 per person)
Lounge
Room amenity
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Villa Otero by Happyculture is near Nice's landmarks like Hôtel Negresco and Place Massena. Travelers enjoy the daily manager's reception and free grocery shopping service. The property offers an arcade room, library, in-room WiFi, luggage storage, and coffee and tea in the lobby.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet-friendly
  • Laundry
The current price is NZ$336
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct

Room options

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Business Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 16 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Espresso maker
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Standard Triple Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 22 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Double or Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 16 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Double or Twin Room, Terrace

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Terrace
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Espresso maker
Cable channels
  • 16 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the area

Map
58 Rue Herold, Nice, Alpes-Maritimes, 6000

What's nearby

  • Avenue Jean Medecin - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Promenade des Anglais - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Hôtel Negresco - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Place Massena - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Port of Nice - 4 min drive - 3.2 km

Getting around

  • Nice City Station - 5 min walk
  • Alsace - Lorraine Tram Station - 7 min walk
  • Nice (NCE-Cote d'Azur) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Simple Épicerie Fine - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Paul - ‬4 min walk
  • Restaurant l'Antica
  • ‪Kruathai - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Umi Cafe - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Villa Otero by Happyculture

Upscale hotel near Promenade des Anglais
Close to Hôtel Negresco and Place Massena, Villa Otero by Happyculture provides a free food/drink shopping service, a free daily manager's reception and a coffee shop/cafe. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with an arcade/games room and a library.
Additional perks include:
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a local area shuttle and a lift
  • A water dispenser, coffee/tea in reception and a 24-hour front desk
  • Smoke-free property, tour/ticket information and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Villa Otero by Happyculture boast thoughtful touches, such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
Extra amenities include:
  • 18-inch TVs with cable channels
  • Daily housekeeping and phones

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • Offsite parking available (EUR 20 per day)
  • Ski shuttle nearby

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 17 per person
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Library

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Free grocery shopping service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 1926
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 18-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 10 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 7 kg per pet)
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 3 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. 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.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately EUR 17 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 20 per day
  • Pet fee: EUR 10 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from the French Tourism Development Agency, ATOUT France.

Property is also known as

Villa Otero Happyculture Hotel Nice
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Frequently asked questions

Is Villa Otero by Happyculture pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 7 kg per pet. There's a fee of EUR 10 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Villa Otero by Happyculture?

As of 21 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Villa Otero by Happyculture on 22 Oct 2025 start from NZ$322.05, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Villa Otero by Happyculture?

This hotel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Villa Otero by Happyculture?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Villa Otero by Happyculture?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Villa Otero by Happyculture located?

Located in Nice City Centre, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Avenue Jean Medecin, Promenade des Anglais and Hôtel Negresco. Place Massena and Port of Nice are also within 2 miles (3 km). Nice City Station is only a 5-minute walk and Alsace - Lorraine Tram Station is 7 minutes.

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Reviews

Villa Otero by Happyculture Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

7.4

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 267 out of 610 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 240 out of 610 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 77 out of 610 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 610 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 610 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Xiaowei

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is nice room is clean breakfast is good
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Faithjoy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Accessible location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient to train station. Also walkable to the sea and restaurants. Good value on breakfast. Staff was very friendly
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great service levels and lovely breakfast. Hotel not best positioned as bit far from old town and beach but near station which was good
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manasvita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great Hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

4/10 Poor

Duncan

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cramped room in a dodgy part of town - not 4 star

Overall, the hotel is much closer to a 2 star hotel than 4. The pictures are extremely flattering and don't provide a real sense of how small the bedroom and dining area is. I could forgive a small space if it was used efficiently but the furniture, shower and even the doors are in desperate need of replacing. My advice would be to only use this hotel if you're a solo traveller staying for one night and the price is comparable to those 2-3 stars nearby. For reference, we paid c£95 per night and felt short changed.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Reid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was in good shape and the breakfast was excellent. The staff was extremely helpful and great to work with. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a great property.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was very good providing easy access to the train station and walkable access to the waterfront.

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean property with great staff. Coffee, water and snacks in the lobby at all times!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice long weekend

Fabulous…very happy!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

michelin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was upgraded to a larger room on ground floor. Hotel located near train station therefore convenient to travel to other places on the Cote d'Azur
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Wing Sze

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staffs are extremely helpful and approachable. Location is convenient. It only takes me 15 minutes to the Place Massena (which is the main area for shopping and dining) on foot.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kayla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super cute hotel close to the train station. Great location, close to everything we wanted to do and see. Friendly staff and convenient water machine in the lobby. No soundproofing between rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

A good hotel

We enjoyed our stay. The location was good and the room very clean; The bed was particularly comfortable. The staff were very helpful and friendly. Our only criticism would be that the shower was not working very well and a couple of things fell off the wall!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Qi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

A good location and friendly staff

Room is quite small, and it’s no space for parking, even just for unloading luggage.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property is well situated very close to Nice Ville train station which is very convenient. The room was very comfortable and clean. The bed was cozy, the towels were soft and the shower was very nice (just wash your step if you use conditioner as it makes shower bed a tad slippery). They have water, treats and a drink available mid afternoon. You will not be disappointed staying here. It’s an easy walk to everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Moffarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
No comment
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

mark

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice hotel, little service.

Hotel is in a great location. Unfortunately the service was blah. I had requested 2 twin beds, but arrived to a single. The front desk agent brought up sheets but I had to change them. For 312 Euros a night, I expect much more.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Will

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff at the hotel were very polite and helpful. The distance to the train station was great and a lovely walk into the more touristy areas. The area felt safe and the rooms and hotel was very clean. Enjoyed free coffee and pastries through the day. Shower was not amazing, couldn’t get consistent temperature and was quite weak. The pillows weren’t great so struggled to sleep some nights. Overall we had a lovely experience and would definitely come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Sharon Natalie

Liked: Staff & service
The staff were really nice and changed our room when there was an issue with noise; we got a free upgrade. However the hotel is more 3 star; the facilities need to be updated, the usual toiletries are not given, the sheets, towels and bathroom had stains and were not clean. The space was quite small and breakfast whilst ok was limited and not what you’d expect for a continental breakfast. The walls are too thin; the ear plugs provided do not adequately filter out the noise. It is a good location and the staff are really friendly and nice but I wouldn’t stay at this hotel again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Katarzyna

Disappointed that our superior room did not have proper balcony only juliet one (facing the courtyard). Bad smell from drainage in bathroom. Rooms are a bit tired (needs a paint). Breakfast was good, did not appreciate the coffee machine was fixed during people having breakfast when should be sorted after (as area is really small and the man was working next to food etc)
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel with friendly staff

I absolutely loved my five-night stay here. The best part was the staff. They are extremely friendly and helpful, especially the lady who I think is the manager (I think her name was Dotte). The room was nicely decorated if a bit small, but who goes to a hotel just to stay in their room the whole time? I didn't do the breakfast buffet but it looked and smelled delicious. Maybe next time for that. But the entrance lobby/lounge area offers comfy seating and free refreshments throughout the day. There's coffee, tea, still and sparkling water, and pastries like croissants and donuts. Definitely take advantage of it. This hotel allows dogs, which is one of the reasons I chose this hotel. There's an extra fee of 10€ per night, but that's reasonable compared to what some other hotels in the area charge. Another plus is that this hotel is less than a 5-minute walk to the train station. There are plenty of restaurants nearby, and it takes about 10-15 minutes to walk west to the main strip (the Centre Ville) and about 15 minutes to walk to the beach. Another great thing is their wifi. It's super fast! In terms of cleanliness, everything was super clean and well maintained. The room was very clean as was the entrance/lounge area. I saw them vacuuming and mopping it regularly. My minor complaint is that the walls are fairly thin. You can hear people in the hall and in the next room. It wasn't terrible but definitely noticeable. I definitely plan on staying here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

Joey

Disliked: Amenities
nvt
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allan

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025