text: Renowned for being a playground of the world’s rich and famous, Monaco is recognised for its luxury establishments including five-star hotels, casinos, restaurants, bars, and nightclubs. With the world-famous Grand Prix from 21 – 24 May, check out our tailored guide on the best places to wine and dine around the city…
  WHERE TO STAY
  Monte-Carlo Bay Hotel & Resort
  If you like relaxing while gazing over a stunning sparkling blue sea, Monte-Carlo Bay Hotel & Resort is certainly the place for you. The hotel is an ultra-modern resort on a man-made peninsula on the edge of Monaco and boasts the largest sand bottomed lagoon in Europe. There is both an indoor and outdoor pool immersed in four hectares of tropical and lush vegetation on the sea front. The bedrooms are all a great size and each come with their own balcony. Guests can be sure to sleep well here as all the rooms are well sound-proofed. If this isn’t enough, there is also a lagoon, waterfalls, hot tubs, and also a large casino.
  Monte-Carlo Bay Hotel & Resort is delighted to offer Quintessentially Lifestyle Members buffet breakfast for up to 2 people per room at the hotel’s restaurant, an upgrade upon availability at the time of the check in and a VIP welcome.
  WHERE TO EAT
  Le Louis XV Alain Ducasse at Hotel de Paris
  In such an affluent area of the world, you can expect nothing less than Michelin stars. Member of Les Grandes Tables du Monde, Le Louis XV Alain Ducasse at Hotel de Paris offers Mediterranean cuisine that charms and astonishes its diners. The décor is superbly lavish, from the gilding and chandeliers to the precious fabrics that adorn the dining room walls. Additionally, there is a large extensive terrace that will be opened up for guests during the summer months. Style and ambiance is clearly the focus of this imposing venue.
  WHERE TO PARTY
  Sea Lounge Monte-Carlo
  Offering a beach-style oasis, the Sea Lounge Monte-Carlo will be the place to be during the Monaco Grand Prix. An impressive elevated lounge deck is adorned in the Rococo style with mirrors flanking either side of the DJ and a series of built-in banquettes surrounding the central lounge and dancefloor. Chef Paolo Sari of the Monte-Carlo Beach will create unique and flavoursome cocktails as well as chic modern cuisine. Guests can expect a delicious take on organic pizza.