Le Croisette - Cannes Casino Barrier

Cannes is located in the community of Pays de Lerins, in the department of Alpes-Maritimes, in the French Riviera and the region of Provence-Alpes-Cotes d’Azur. Chances are you’re familiar with the name Cannes due to the film festival held there each year. This resort community is popular among tourists also for its beaches, fine dining restaurants and luxury shops. The city is also quite scenic due to its many green areas (parks and gardens). It was awarded 4 flowers in the competition Cities and Villages in Bloom. Spend days checking out various local attractions, hunting for famous figures in restaurants and beaches and attending festivals. Once done, head into the casino for a session of gambling.

Gaming

The casino provides a selection of classic and video slot machines ranging in various denominations with such new releases as Superman, Jaws, the Mummy II and Michael Jackson. The big draw here however, is the poker. The casino boasts one of the largest poker rooms in France. Look for cash games from 3 pm and weekly tournaments, held Monday to Friday, from 8 pm (none on Tuesdays) and Saturdays and Sundays from 5 pm. You can also find 2 electronic Texas Hold’em machines, 26 electronic English roulette and Battle.

Hotel/Accommodations

There are no hotels on site. At just 100 m from the casino, you can find the Hotel Majestic Barriere, with its luxury rooms and sea-views. It is also steps from the Palais des Festivals. The hotel offers 265 rooms across 5 floors and has 84 suites and two penthouses. Facilities include a spa, restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool. Convenient access is provided to beaches and various water activities.

Dining

In the casino you can find Le Croisette Coffee, located on the mezzanine above the slots room. Fouquet’s Cannes, in the hotel, offers authentic French cuisine. Also in the hotel is La Petitie Maison de Nicole, dishing up the best southern France has to offer. For casual dining on the beach, try Private Beach Restaurant, serving traditional fare.

Attractions/NightLife

Enjoy your favourite cocktails in the casino bar, or try one of the bars nearby. Cannes has them in spades. Options include Rotunde Louise Pommery, a champagne bar, La Chunga Bar and Restaurant (open until 5 am), Charlie’s, Baoli or Le Square Dansant for dancing, and Gotha Club, open summers and during the film festival. To take in flora and fauna, trip to the Lerins Islands. Cannes itself has many great parks and gardens as well. Religious sites include The Church of Our Lady of Hope and St Anne’s Chapel. Soak up local architecture, with beautiful villas dating back to the 19th century such as the Villa Bagatelle, Villa Florentina, or Villa Eleonore. For history and culture, try the Musee de la Castre, the Museum of the Sea and the Malmaison arts centre. Look for local festivals like le Festival International du film de Cannes (the Cannes film Festival), the Cannes Lions International Advertising Festival and the International Festival of Games.

Rewards/Deals

The casino uses the Casinopass programme. Sign up for your membership and receive exclusive invitations to special promotions and events throughout the year. Talk to staff about full benefits and further details.