Entire apartment

The Jay Hotel by HappyCulture

4.0 star property

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for The Jay Hotel by HappyCulture

In-room safe, blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Lobby sitting area
Daily buffet breakfast for a fee
Exterior
Apartment, Balcony | Balcony

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

View in a map
21 Rue Meyerbeer, Nice, Alpes-Maritimes, 6000
  • Place, Promenade des Anglais
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Blue Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Hôtel Negresco
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Nice (NCE-Cote d'Azur)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

Studio, Kitchenette (PMR sur demande)

  • City view
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, City View

  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Apartment, Balcony

  • City view
  • 30 sq m
  • 8 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Similar properties

About this property

The Jay Hotel by HappyCulture

A bar/lounge, a business centre and concierge services are available at this smoke-free residence. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a 24-hour front desk, a library and express check-in are on-site.
The Jay Hotel by HappyCulture offers 38 air-conditioned accommodations with espresso makers and a safe. Accommodation at this 4-star residence has kitchenettes with fridges, microwaves, kitchenware and utensils and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Nice residence provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at The Jay Hotel by HappyCulture. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Promenade des Anglais. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas, plus a bar and a business centre.
  • Free WiFi
  • Enjoy drinks at the bar/lounge
  • Buffet breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Services include babysitting, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the clean guestrooms
  • Just a 4-minute walk from Promenade des Anglais and 10 minutes on foot from Place Massena
  • Pets welcome for a fee
WiFi is free in public spaces. There's an onsite business centre. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A library, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at The Jay Hotel by HappyCulture.

This 4-star Nice residence is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy buffet breakfast on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and at the weekend from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.
Room service is available.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the accommodation: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Dining

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; EUR 22 for adults and EUR 11 for children aged 7-12
  • A bar/lounge
  • Room service

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • Library

Work spaces

  • Business centre

Climate control

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Fee: EUR 15 per pet per night
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • In-room accessibility
  • Lift
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Blackout drapes
  • Concierge services
  • Free bottled water
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Housekeeping (daily) (for a fee)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Safe at front desk
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Location highlights

  • Near the boardwalk/promenade

Things to do

  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Security system
  • Window guards
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 1 building
  • 38 units
  • 5 floors
  • Soundproofing

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Express check-in available

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 11 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 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've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 22 for adults and EUR 11 for children aged 7 to 12
  • Pet fee: EUR 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
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
This property is professionally cleaned
Guests arriving after 11 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. The credit card used when booking the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo ID. 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.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Citadines Buffa
Citadines Buffa House
Citadines Buffa House Nice
Jay Hotel HappyCulture Nice
Citadines Nice Buffa
Résidence Coeur City Buffa Nice House
Résidence Coeur City Buffa House
Résidence Coeur City Buffa Nice
Résidence Coeur City Buffa
Jay House Nice
Résidence Coeur de City Buffa Nice
Jay Hotel Nice
Jay Hotel
Jay Hotel HappyCulture
Jay HappyCulture Nice
Jay HappyCulture
The Jay Hotel
The Jay By Happyculture Nice
The Jay Hotel by HappyCulture Nice
The Jay Hotel by HappyCulture Residence
The Jay Hotel by HappyCulture Residence Nice

The Jay Hotel by HappyCulture Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 406 out of 707 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 214 out of 707 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 60 out of 707 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 707 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 707 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alastair

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The hotel beautifully presented and the staff friendly and helpful
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Love the room we stayed in! Very nice staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ELIE

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very friendly staff. Rooms are spacious enough. One of the best hotels in area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dallas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
Spacious room with a fridge was nice. We did not try the hotel breakfast but we were happy with our stay. The location was very walkable and the staff friendly. Would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Irina

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Menu was good, everything was fresh.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Loved this property, perfect size for our needs. The location was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brendan

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
The staff at reception were some of the friendliness and most helpful you will ever find. The hotel is in a perfect location, 2 mins from the Prom, 5 mins from a tram station and surrounded by great restaurants. The room was very comfortable. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
What a wonderful experience! The location, the staff, the coffee and the beautiful suite. Where to start?
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This is the second year consecutively staying for a whole week at this excellent Jay Hotel. Due to the great management especially Mrs. Liliana and her staff which really spoiled us we had a wonderful vacation and a great stay in Nice for the second time. We consider Jay Hotel as our Home in Nice from now. We hope to return back as soon. Daniela and Andrei
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheldon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Staff was great. Close to beach and restaurants.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cassidy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Friendly staff, amazing location
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely hotel and great staff
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Excellent boutique hotel for the value. Staff was excellent and in a great location with easy access to everything.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Yehonatan

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Nice staff and overall plaesent stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cadence

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Perfect size of room and ideal for amenities and proximity to the beach
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Antonella

Liked: Cleanliness, communication
Room maintenence had several weak points
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wuran

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Really nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Saurabh

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice hotel with lovely staff. Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Claire Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Comfortable stay. Breakfast expensive.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MAJID

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The team very kind and the hotel comfortable
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Francine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I have now stayed here 3 times and its always a pleasure. The staff are so friendly and kind. This is my first choice to stay when I am in Nice. I like that the rooms hsve a kitchenette and there is a grocery store nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nadine

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Our stay was pleasant. It’s a very cozy hotel that feels like home with friendly and very helpful staff. I would love to stay there again on our next visit!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Nice hotel in a handy location. The staff were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The staff was super friendly and helpful. Great location a few blocks off the beach and walking distance of all the stuff!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication

Wonderful trip!

It was our first time to the French Riviera and Nice. We had an amazing time and the property was perfect for our 5 night stay!
Old Town
Promenade
Biking to Ville France
The hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024