Picolo recommends · Hotel in Larvotto, Monaco
Le Méridien Beach Plaza
One of the few hotels in Monaco with its own stretch of sand, so the trip from bed to sea is a lift ride and a few steps.
Towel over your shoulder, you take the lift down and walk straight onto the sand. Le Méridien Beach Plaza sits at the water's edge in Larvotto, and its private beach is what sets it apart in a country where most swimming involves a club fee.
The building is big and modern, with a pool and plenty of rooms facing the sea. Up a flight of steps, the Larvotto promenade has restaurants for the evening, and the centre of Monte-Carlo lies further west along the coast.
Picolo’s verdict
Why we chose Le Méridien Beach Plaza
We picked it for beach lovers who would rather swim than sit in a lobby. Having your own sand in Monaco is unusual, and it saves the day rate many beach clubs charge for a lounger.
This is a large hotel, and in July and August the beach and pool get crowded. If you want intimacy or old-world style, look up the hill to the Hermitage or the Métropole instead.
What you get
- Private sandy beach
- Outdoor pool
- Rooms looking out to sea
- Restaurants on the promenade above
- Large modern hotel in Larvotto
A day at Le Méridien Beach Plaza
- Morning
- A swim from the hotel's own beach while it is still empty.
- Midday
- Lunch in the shade near the water.
- Afternoon
- Pool and a good book until the light softens.
- Evening
- Up the steps to the Larvotto promenade for dinner.
Location
Larvotto, Monaco
Open in MapsQuestions about Le Méridien Beach Plaza
Does Le Méridien Beach Plaza have a private beach?
Yes. The hotel has its own sandy beach in Larvotto, which very few hotels in Monaco can offer, so you can swim without paying for a beach club.
Is Le Méridien Beach Plaza busy in summer?
Yes, it is a large hotel and the beach and pool fill up in high season. Go down early in the morning if you want the quietest spot.
Where can you eat near Le Méridien Beach Plaza?
The Larvotto promenade, a short climb up the steps from the hotel, has a row of restaurants and cafés facing the sea.
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Updated 6 Nov 2026All articles
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