This review is a little late but I arrived at the ...

This review is a little late but I arrived at the Hermitage to stay only one night for a short break in May on my way through the Riviera and to be able to experience a night in Monaco, since previously I had only passed through Monaco. I was welcomed graciously by literally every staff member I encountered at the hotel. That is what truly made the experience. Of course the hotel itself is spectacular, but I have stayed in many spectacular hotels in the world - however, the Hermitage is certainly a cut above the rest due to the personalized experience I felt that I had. Right from the start, at the door, when the doorman smiled at me genuinely and took my heavy bag even though I likely looked terrible from a very sweaty train ride on a hot day. I was whisked to the front desk where, again, I was treated so wonderfully that I immediately relaxed. A lovely lady brought me to my room and explained everything. I could go on and on, but that would take too long. From my evening dinner which was booked for me, to the lovely turndown details, to my morning hot chocolate in my room, to my lunch at Vistamar, and drinks and snack later on the fabulous terrasse outside the Crystal bar, to the farewells at the end, I had a magical experience. What a beautiful treat. I will return to the Hermitage in a heartbeat, and I will definitely stay longer to enjoy the magic!