Hotel Eze Hermitage

Mont Bastide was a highlight of my visit. Marilyn kindly suggested the trail shortly after I arrived at Hôtel Eze Hermitage, and one entrance is just a few meters from the hotel. I walked the difficult, rugged route down to Eze Village every day. Even if you don’t do that, the climb to the peak above the sea is worth it for spectacular sunrise and sunset views of the French Riviera and the mountains. Look closely at some of my photos and you’ll see the sun setting right over Hôtel Eze Hermitage. I also hiked Nietzsche’s Path (Chemin de Nietzsche), an invigorating trail I’d recommend if you’re willing and able, but I thought Mont Bastide was even better. I chose Hôtel Eze Hermitage while looking for a place on the French Riviera for a personal writing, hiking, and meditation retreat. It was my first time in France, and the stay exceeded my expectations. Tucked into the mountains in the Côte d'Azur, the hotel is a peaceful place to enjoy Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, with short walks to breathtaking views of the sea below and mountains behind. For a meal, I highly recommend Mets Vins Chics. The staff there will take care of you with joy and suggest a great French wine. Ma Première Boulangerie is lovely for coffee, a sweet taste of Southern France, or a lunch sandwich, and the women working there bring their own joie de vivre. I’m grateful to the Hôtel Eze Hermitage staff and management for their patience with my American ignorance as a first-time visitor to France, and for helping me through the language barriers. I’ve fallen in love with the spirit of Côte d'Azur and Southern France, and I’ll be back. I look forward to staying at this lovely hotel again. Thank you for being patient with my language difficulties. Thank you for letting me discover the joy and sweetness of Côte d'Azur.