In a region where beach days can command haute-couture prices, La Plage & More at Le Méridien Beach Plaza offers something that feels increasingly rare on the Riviera: real value. But don’t mistake affordability for compromise. This is a full-spectrum Monaco experience—minus the Monaco price tag.
From the salt-kissed breeze off the private beach to the shaded calm beneath Muse Monte-Carlo’s pine canopy, this elegant day-pass concept is perhaps the most complete, generous and joyful summer day out in the region.
One day, your way
With La Plage & More, there’s no check-in, no overnight stay, just immediate immersion. For €85 in high season (€75 in June and September), guests receive full access to a private stretch of Larvotto coastline, four saltwater pools, two kids’ pools, an indoor freshwater pool, sauna, and fitness room. A structured kids’ club runs throughout July and August. Families will note with delight: children under 12 have free access to everything.
There is no fixed agenda. Guests drift between sun-loungers and swimming, explore the marine reserve by kayak or simply surrender to the sound of cicadas from a hammock under the pines.
It’s a luxury resort lifestyle distilled into a single, sun-drenched day.
Mediterranean dining without the pretense
At Muse Monte-Carlo, lunch isn’t just a refuelling stop—it’s a destination in itself. Beneath the scent of Aleppo pines and soft sea breeze, the terrace feels miles from Monaco’s frenetic summer buzz. Families dine together without ceremony: children take the well-priced kids’ menu while adults explore a Mediterranean offering that hits every note of freshness and finesse.
Start with the Aubergine grillée, sumac, fromage de chèvre à la feta—a smoky, tangy interplay that’s summer on a plate. The Salade de queues de langouste, a vibrant composition of lobster tail, sucrine lettuce, avocado, grapefruit and cocktail sauce, is a masterclass in Riviera elegance—light, citrusy and indulgent without excess. But the true showstopper is the Poisson du jour préparé à table, accompanied by a light sauce vierge, panisse fries, and sun-blushed vegetables—a dish designed to match the view.
For something heartier, the beef tataki with chimichurri sauce, french fries and salad is packed with character, while the Burger de bœuf Angus au Taleggio is a gourmand’s version of comfort food. Service? Impeccable. Slick, smiling, and Monaco-polished, yet warmly human.
When kids club feels like summer camp
Meanwhile, children disappear into their own world of adventure. The Kids’ Club, open to ages 4–12 in July and August, offers a programme as enriching as it is playful—gardening, crafts, beach games, and weekly ‘Kid’s Nights’ under the stars. For families, it’s a clever mix of shared time and freedom.
A spa beneath the trees, a sea that invites you in
Beyond the beach, the on-site spa delivers tailored rituals amid pine-scented calm. The sea-facing sauna is a hidden gem, while natural light floods the gym for those who prefer movement to stillness. And if the call of the sea grows louder, water sports—from SUP to snorkelling—await in the Marine Protected Area just offshore.
More than just a day—this is a Riviera ritual
La Plage & More may be framed as a “starter pack” to summer, but it’s more than an introduction—it’s a tradition in the making. It captures something rare: a sense of lightness, of room to breathe, where quality is high and pretension left at the gate.
In a place where indulgence often comes with a price tag to match, this is luxury that invites you to stay a little longer, spend a little less, and come back as often as you can.
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Details
La Plage & More is open daily until 30th September, from 10am to 7pm.
Day Pass: €75 (June/September) / €85 (July/August). Children under 12: Free.
Included: private beach access with sunbed, umbrella and towel, outdoor and indoor pools, sauna, fitness room, kids’ club (July/August, ages 4–12, subject to availability).
Extras: water sports, spa treatments, and à la carte dining.
Bookings: +33 (0)6 80 86 00 37
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