Palais Marie-Reine — a Belle Époque building by the architect of the Negresco
At 37 bis promenade des Anglais, Palais Marie-Reine owes its corner rotunda and pink dome to the same hand as the neighbouring Negresco: architect Édouard-Jean Niermans, who designed both buildings in parallel in the early 1910s. A century on, this architectural kinship with one of the Riviera's most photographed landmarks remains one of the address's great assets.
Next door to the Negresco: Palais Marie-Reine's setting
Palais Marie-Reine occupies a prime position on the Promenade des Anglais, at the corner of rue de Cronstadt, in the Rue de France district. The Alsace Lorraine tram stop is less than 400 metres away, and the area is home to the shops, restaurants and daily life of the Carré d'Or, just steps from the beach.
A Belle Époque building signed by Niermans
Built around 1913 for Comte Lair, the building rises seven storeys (ground floor plus six upper floors), for a total height of about 24 metres. Its most recognisable feature remains its corner rotunda, treated as a loggia resting on massive stone corbels, crowned with a pink dome visible from the Promenade. This architectural vocabulary is shared directly with the Hôtel Negresco, built at the same time by the same architect, Édouard-Jean Niermans.
The building sits on a 897 sqm plot, typical of the large seafront lots of the Promenade in the early 20th century. Total number of units, presence of a caretaker, lift and any recent renovation of common areas to be verified before publication.
What is an apartment worth at Palais Marie-Reine?
At this address, the average price recorded is €8,746/m², ranging from €4,723 to €12,407/m² depending on floor, view and condition — 24.8% above the Promenade des Anglais average (€7,002/m²) and 64.9% above the Nice average (€5,299/m²), consistent with a top-tier historic seafront address.
One real transaction illustrates this price level: a renovated 7-room apartment (234 sqm) sold for €1,820,000 in 2019, i.e. €7,778/m² — a figure to place in the context of the market at the time.
In the Rue de France district, prices have risen 16.8% over five years and 34.9% over ten years, confirming the sustained strength of one of Nice's most sought-after areas (MeilleursAgents data, August 2026).
Our agency's view on Palais Marie-Reine
Riviera Boulevard follows the Promenade des Anglais market, where Belle Époque buildings such as Palais Marie-Reine call for two-fold attention: the quality of preservation of the architectural heritage (rotunda, façade, original ironwork) and the general condition of the co-ownership, often a century old. We systematically check these points before making any proposal to our clients.
Palais Marie-Reine — Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Palais Marie-Reine located?
Palais Marie-Reine is at 37 bis promenade des Anglais, at the corner of rue de Cronstadt, in the Rue de France district of Nice.
When was Palais Marie-Reine built?
The building was completed around 1913 by architect Édouard-Jean Niermans for Comte Lair.
What is the connection between Palais Marie-Reine and the Hôtel Negresco?
Both buildings were built in parallel in the early 1910s by the same architect, Édouard-Jean Niermans, which explains certain shared architectural features.
What is the price per m² at Palais Marie-Reine?
The average price recorded at this address is €8,746/m², ranging from €4,723 to €12,407/m² depending on the property (August 2026 data).
Is Palais Marie-Reine well served by transport?
Yes, the Alsace Lorraine tram stop is about 384 metres away, and the Carré d'Or, with its shops and restaurants, is a few minutes on foot.
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