Description
An apartment to reinvent in the heart of the Majestic
Located on a high floor in the heart of the iconic Nice palace “Le Majestic” in lower Cimiez, this 92.49 m² apartment offers an exceptional elevated view over the city, the Mediterranean Sea, and the surrounding hills.
The spacious entrance leads to a bright 33 m² living room, featuring an open kitchen and boasting a ceiling height of 3.25 m.
The apartment features four balconies and currently comprises two bedrooms. The first, measuring 18 m², includes a walk-in wardrobe, while the second is 14 m². Each bedroom benefits from its own balcony and an unobstructed view.
A bathroom with a bathtub and toilet, accessible from the living room, also enjoys a balcony.
Built-in storage and a cellar in the basement complete the property.
In need of renovation, this apartment represents a rare opportunity : the chance to reinvent an exceptional residence while preserving the architectural heritage and the timeless elegance of this historic landmark.
This apartment is located in Nice, in the highly sought-after Bas Cimiez district. It is renowned for its tree-lined avenues, numerous green spaces, and immediate proximity to the city center.
Boulevard de Cimiez, slightly elevated, offers open views and easy access to the heart of Nice, as well as to shops, local amenities, and the city’s rich cultural heritage.
An iconic landmark of Nice’s modernity : the Majestic Hotel
Designed by Jules Febvre in 1906 and inaugurated in 1908, the Majestic is the largest hotel in Nice. Stretching 175 meters in length, 44 meters in height, and spanning 9 floors, it originally housed up to 500 rooms and luxurious amenities for its time (lounges, restaurants, elevators). Converted into a residence in 1947, it remains one of the most iconic Belle Époque palaces in the city.
Its white stone façades are animated by a play of alternating volumes. Sculpted details—geometric friezes, ironwork, medallions, cornices, among others—enrich its ornamentation and prevent a monolithic appearance.
The common areas and the grand elevator, along with features such as fine woodwork, stone staircases, columns, and geometric stained glass, evoke its lavish past. Inheriting the grandeur of the original salons and galleries, the building retains a generous structure, with wide corridors and majestic halls.
Since 2021, certain parts of the building have been listed as Historic Monuments, cementing its status as an exceptional heritage site.
© Le Majestic 1909-1930 – Ministère de la culture, DRAC PACA, Conservation régionale des Monuments historiques
Jules Febvre
A native Nice architect trained at the École des Beaux-Arts in Paris, Jules Febvre (1859–1934) left a lasting mark on the city’s architectural landscape upon his return to the region. Versatile and prolific, he designed public buildings, residential complexes, and religious structures, actively contributing to the urban transformation of his time.
Among his works, the Majestic remains one of his most ambitious achievements. This palace, with its monumental scale and refined decorative details, exemplifies his aim to combine urban functionality with Belle Époque elegance.
His work, characterized by mastery of large-scale projects and a keen eye for ornamental detail, embodies the architectural spirit of an era when Nice became a favored resort destination for the international bourgeoisie.
Technical Information
Asking price : €640,000
Agency fees : Paid by the seller
Average quarterly share of common charges : approximately €877
Property tax : €369
Heating : central heating
Information on the risks to which this property is exposed is available on the Géorisques website : www.georisques.gouv.fr
© Texts : Architecture de Collection
© Photos : Elodie Gutbrod
© Photos : Elisabeth Rossolin
Energy Class : DPE : C – GES : C
Estimated annual energy costs : between €900 and €1,270 per year
(Average energy prices indexed to 2021, 2022, and 2023, including subscriptions)
