In the heart of Nice, Hôtel So'Co by HappyCulture offers a haven for those seeking culture and fun. Enjoy daily manager's receptions, unwind in the library or challenge yourself at the arcade/game room. With free WiFi, luggage storage and helpful staff who have left a lasting impression on previous guests.
When you stay at Hôtel So'Co by HappyCulture, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Promenade des Anglais and Hôtel Negresco. Freebies such as WiFi and wired Internet are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can experience the nearby hiking/biking trails. Also, Place Massena and Port of Nice are within a short drive. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff. Public transportation is only a short walk: Thiers Tramway Station is 8 minutes and Alsace - Lorraine Tram Station is 8 minutes.
Languages
English, French, Italian, Russian, Spanish
At a glance
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Hotel size
50 rooms
Arranged over 6 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 4:00 AM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-out available
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets allowed (1 total)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only*
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–10:00 AM
Coffee/tea in a common area
Free daily reception
What to do
Beach nearby
Bike rentals nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Scooter/moped hire nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
On-site car hire
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in reception
Luggage storage
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1920
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Library
Arcade/games room
Accessibility
Lift
Wheelchair-accessible
Raised toilet seat
Low-height worktop and sink
Grab bar near toilet
Step-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
17-inch TV
Premium digital channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Sleep well
Blackout curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Alarm clock
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Bath or shower
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi and wired internet
Phone
Food and drink
Free bottled water
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Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 2.28 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 18 years of age.
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 17 for adults and EUR 6 for children
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 20.0 per pet, per night
Policies
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.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a smoke detector on-site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, Eurocard
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000 owing to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information on the booking confirmation.
National rating
This property has received its official star rating from the French Tourism Development Agency, ATOUT France.
Also known as
So'co By Happyculture Nice
Hôtel So'Co by HappyCulture Nice
Hôtel So'Co by HappyCulture Hotel
Hôtel So'Co by HappyCulture Hotel Nice
Frequently asked questions
Does Hôtel So'Co by HappyCulture offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hôtel So'Co by HappyCulture does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Hôtel So'Co by HappyCulture?
Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 1 total. There's a charge of EUR 20.0 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hôtel So'Co by HappyCulture?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 4:00 AM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
Is there an on-site casino at Hôtel So'Co by HappyCulture?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Ruhl (16-min walk) and Beaulieu-sur-Mer Casino (12-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Hôtel So'Co by HappyCulture and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities such as cycling and hiking. Hôtel So'Co by HappyCulture also has an arcade.
What's the area around Hôtel So'Co by HappyCulture like?
Hôtel So'Co by HappyCulture is a short 8-minute walk from Thiers Tramway Station and 14 minutes' walk from Promenade des Anglais.
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Hôtel So'Co by HappyCulture Reviews
Reviews
8.2
Very good
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8.2/10
Cleanliness
8.4/10
Staff & service
7.8/10
Amenities
7.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.4/10
Eco-friendliness
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What guests liked
Breakfast was described as delicious, good, and satisfactory with plenty of options. (5 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
23 Jul 2025
Good Palace to stay
Sari
Sari, 4-night trip
10/10 Excellent
15 Jul 2025
Excellent location to walk around everywhere
Very close to train station to visit eze Cannes and Monaco!
Very clean and staff are super friendly and helpful !
Sanaa
Sanaa, 7-night trip
10/10 Excellent
14 May 2025
We had a good stay in the hotel and the staff were very nice and friendly
Harir
Harir, 5-night trip
8/10 Good
6 Aug 2025
Was a very comfortable stay - worth it for what it was in a very expensive area. Could do with a bit of a lick of paint here and there. Also the water bottles wernt restocked downstairs or washed so we did this ourselves.
Joseph
Joseph, 6-night trip
10/10 Excellent
3 Feb 2025
Great base.
Great location, staff fantastic.
Stuart
Stuart, 2-night trip
8/10 Good
26 Jun 2025
We has two rooms. One decent size the other really small, the elevator only fits 2 with medium luggage.
Maarten
Maarten, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
9 Apr 2025
The hotel was perfectly located for our needs, a five night stay to get to know Nice and go to Monte Carlo for the tennis tournament by train. All staff were welcoming and helpful, bar one (feedback was given to management), the petit dejeuner was good value. The room was compact but we travel light! Good bathroom and facilities. A happy stay overall!
Anita
Anita, 5-night trip
2/10 Terrible
1 Jun 2025
The rooms are so small and no where to put your suitcase
ali
ali, 7-night trip
6/10 Okay
21 Apr 2025
This hotel is ok. I would say is a two stars hotel rather than three. The breakfast is very poor, and far from it was advertised which I believe is a bit misleading when you compare the hotel with other hotels to take a decision. The location is excellent if you want Nice to be you base destination
Karla
Karla, 3-night trip
6/10 Okay
12 May 2025
To say these rooms are small is an understatement. Big bathroom is plus. Fresh crossaints and bread in the am is nice along with a fancy coffee maker. It was nice to have a hot water kettle in the room but hard to hang out in the room as you can barely walk around the bed.
Nicole
Nicole, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
17 Jul 2024
Very nice hotel. Clean, nice staff, modern rooms
Mauricio
Mauricio, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
3 Apr 2025
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HAMIDOU
HAMIDOU, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
19 Sept 2024
Very helpful staff
Antonio
Antonio, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
16 Apr 2024
Fantastic stay for the price. Staff was extremely friendly. Would come back.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
30 Nov 2024
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I had a wonderful stay at this hotel in Nice! The location was absolutely perfect—just a short walk to the beach, restaurants, and main attractions. The staff was incredibly friendly and went out of their way to make us feel welcome. The breakfast was delicious, with plenty of options to start the day right. The beds were super comfortable, ensuring a great night's sleep. I highly recommend this hotel and would definitely stay here again!
Yvonne
Yvonne, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
17 May 2024
If it was in the Centre of Nice it would be perfect, but is walkable
Nicola
Nicola, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
28 Nov 2023
Amazing friendly staff, all speak various languages, the hotel is directly opposite the main train station and a 15 min tram ride to the airport, beach is also 10min walk from the hotel
craig
craig, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
6 Aug 2022
Excellent location, value, and vibe!
Chillin' in the French Riviera. The hotel was proper.
Verified traveller
4-night trip
8/10 Good
27 Aug 2023
Pretty hotel near the train station
Et helt greit hotel, ikke så dyrt, og fine rom.
Takk for oss!
Torstein
Torstein, 4-night trip
10/10 Excellent
4 Sept 2024
I really enjoyed my stay in Nice. I was in the individual room, it was compact but enough space for me, very clean and comfortable. Staff very friendly and helpful. I quite liked the area, there were markets around and it is super close to the train station if you want to visit the other cities/beaches in Cote d'azur like Cannes and Monaco.
Thais
Thais, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
19 Jun 2023
Easy going hotel in central Nice
Great stay. Very friendly and helpful staff. Willing to go the extra mile.
Maximilian
Maximilian, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
3 Jul 2023
Thank you for a lovely stay. Staff were helpful and polite. Easy access to train and Nice.
Sally-Anne
Sally-Anne, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
10 Mar 2024
Really nice hotel, very friendly staff and quiet around my room. Not the nicest area of Nice, but well connected.
Megan
Megan, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
11 Aug 2023
Very clean hotel with friendly and helpful staff. Short walking distance to the Nice city center and Promenade des Anglais. Nice-Ville station is right across the street.
Highly recommend this hotel.
Audrey
Audrey, 4-night trip
10/10 Excellent
4 Aug 2023
Staff was very friendly and rioms were clean, cute, but a bit on the smaller side. Very close to train station and a 10 - minute walk to beach and excellent restaurants and shopping.