Le Grand Hôtel de Cabourg stands directly by the sea, with a Belle Époque presence tied closely to the town's literary and seaside heritage. The building's history, including its association with Marcel Proust, gives it a distinctive cultural character, and rooms face either the beach, the gardens or Cabourg's elegant villas. Dining at Le Balbec and drinks at La Belle Époque bar keep the focus on the coast and local produce, for a classic Normandy address with a softer, restorative pace.