Hotels in Annecy: choose an area first
Annecy works as a town base and as a lake base. Most visitors pick between the old town, the lakeshore beaches, the villages of the east shore, the west shore towns and a campsite. We compare these areas rather than single hotels, because the right area saves more time than the right room.
This page names no hotels and gives no room prices. Book through the booking site or the property you prefer, and read the cancellation terms. The taxes at the end of the page apply in addition to the room rate.
Where to stay at a glance
Pick the area that matches your plans.
| Area | Good for | Keep in mind |
|---|---|---|
| Old town (Vieille Ville) | Canals, the Palais de l'Isle, the market, museums | Paid parking zones; the market runs on Tuesday, Friday and Sunday mornings |
| Lakeshore and Albigny | Beach days, swimming, cycling | Beach fees and hours vary by beach |
| Talloires and Menthon-Saint-Bernard | Quiet villages, the Roc de Chère, Château de Menthon | East shore road closed until 18 December 2026 |
| Sevrier and Saint-Jorioz | A west shore base with a municipal beach | Voie verte works from autumn 2026 |
| Camping | Pitches, mobile homes, lake access at some sites | Seasons differ; one site closed after 20 September 2026 |
If you arrive by bus from the airport, read the Geneva to Annecy page first. It explains fares, timetables and parking.
Tours and activities from your base
Boat trips, flights and guided visits around Annecy, with live prices and availability.
Annecy old town (Vieille Ville)
The base for sightseeing on foot.
What you get
The Palais de l'Isle stands on an island in the Thiou river, at Passage de l'Île. The old town market runs on Rue Sainte-Claire on Tuesday, Friday and Sunday from 7:00 to 13:00, all year. The Palais is a museum site, and the Musée-Château has its own ticket. See the old town page for hours and prices.
What to check
Ask your hotel about parking, because the city has paid surface zones. Since 1 July 2026 the first 30 minutes are free, and the red zone is recommended for up to 3 hours at €9. Do not assume walking times from a hotel to the lake. Look at the map.
Lakeshore and Albigny
If beach days matter most, stay near the water. Albigny is a beach on Avenue du Petit Port in Annecy-le-Vieux with free access. It has a lawn, showers, toilets and amphibious swim aids. The Marquisats beach in Annecy is also free to enter and reachable by bus or by the cycle promenade.
The Impérial beach charges an entry fee in summer: €4 for an adult from 4 July to 31 August 2026, from 10:00 to 19:00. Compare the details on the beaches page. For cycling, note that the lake loop is broken this autumn, described on the Lake Annecy page.
Talloires and Menthon-Saint-Bernard
These villages lie on the east shore near the Roc de Chère, a wooded rock massif and protected area. Château de Menthon is in Menthon-Saint-Bernard, 10 km from Annecy. Talloires suits walkers.
Expect restrictions this autumn. The east shore road and cycle path are closed from 14 September to 18 December 2026, including to pedestrians and bicycles. The Annecy boat links are limited, while the Doussard to Talloires shuttle continues. The town beach at Talloires still needed finishing work after July 2026. Read the Talloires page before you book.
Sevrier and Saint-Jorioz
Sevrier lies on the west shore, on the Voie verte cycle path. Since 23 September 2026 it is also the departure point of the promenade cruises. Works on the path started on 12 October with a partial interruption of about 700 m. From 2 November a full closure applies between PK 6.3 and PK 8.47 for about 6 months.
The municipal beach at Saint-Jorioz is supervised and charges entry from 1 July to 31 August 2026, from 9:30 to 17:30. The rest of the year access is free. The 2026 tariff sheet of the town lists €2.80 for an adult, and €1.30 after 16:30. A tourism listing updated on 16 August 2026 shows €2.60 and €1. Dogs are not allowed.
Camping near Lake Annecy
Two examples show how different the sites are.
Seasons differ
Champ Tillet announced an opening from 30 April to 20 September 2026. It was not open all year, so check the season of any site you want.
Not every site is on the water
La Chapelle Saint Claude in Angon, in Talloires-Montmin, lists its own lake access and private beach, plus pitches and mobile homes. Do not assume every campsite sits on the shore.
Tourist tax in 2026
Grand Annecy rates per person and night, from 1 January 2026 (decision DEL-2025-134).
| Accommodation | Tax per person and night |
|---|---|
| Palace | €4.90 |
| 5-star hotel, residence or holiday rental | €3.50 |
| 4-star hotel, residence or holiday rental | €2.60 |
| 3-star hotel, residence or holiday rental | €1.70 |
| 2-star hotel, residence or holiday rental | €1.00 |
| 1-star hotel, residence or holiday rental | €0.80 |
| Bed and breakfast, shared accommodation | €0.80 |
| Camping, 3 to 5 stars | €0.60 |
| Camping, 1 to 2 stars | €0.20 |
Unclassified accommodation pays 5% of the net price per person and night, capped at the highest rate set by the authority. Minors, local seasonal workers, emergency housing and stays below €1 per night are exempt. Doussard (Sources du Lac) runs its own tax platform with its own 2026 rates, so these figures do not apply there.
Plan the rest of your trip
Pair your base with the right sights.
Where to stay in Annecy: frequently asked questions
Should I stay in the old town or by the lake?
Stay in the old town for canals, the market and museums on foot. Stay by the lake if beach days and swimming matter most.
Is Talloires a good base in autumn 2026?
The east shore road and cycle path are closed until 18 December 2026. Ask your host how to reach the village and check the boat links before you book.
How much is the tourist tax?
In Grand Annecy it ranges from €0.20 per person and night for a 1 to 2 star campsite to €4.90 for a palace. A 3-star hotel is €1.70. Minors are exempt.
Do all campsites sit on the lake?
No. Some have lake access, such as La Chapelle Saint Claude in Angon, others do not. Seasons also differ.
Does the tax apply in Doussard?
Doussard (Sources du Lac) uses its own tax platform and its own 2026 rates. The Grand Annecy table does not apply there.
Where can I find hotel prices?
This guide does not list room prices. Compare rates and cancellation terms for your dates directly with the property or your booking site.