Surroundings
Discover all our ideas for things to see and do near our hotel on the Italian border .
Our recommendations
Our hotel enjoys a privileged location in the city center of Menton, just 400 meters from the sea and 800 meters from the train station. The location of our hotel near the Italian border also makes it an ideal starting point for a day trip.
In our Discovery Space, you will find a wide selection of documents to organize and book your activities. Our teams are at your disposal for any advice or support, whether it is leisure or transport reservations.
DISCOVERY OF THE GARDENS
The city of Menton offers free guided tours to explore the listed Orangeraie gardens (1 hectare), while discovering the unique architecture of the hotel and the history of this former Belle Époque palace. You can also book tours of the gardens and the city center with the services of the city of Menton (1h30, extra charge).
ACTIVITIES & LEISURE NEAR THE HOTEL
- Massages and well-being: Treat yourself to a moment of relaxation with our massages, carried out in partnership with the cosmetic brand Phyt’s (upon reservation, extra charge) – summer 2025
- Visit Menton: Discover the city by foot, by bike or aboard the little tourist train. Don’t miss its must-see attractions: the pedestrian street, its magnificent gardens and its museums.
- Cultural outings and entertainment: A few steps from the hotel, find the Casino, the theater and the cinema to enhance your stay.
- Seaside sports activities: Enjoy the many water activities offered on the beach, such as kayaking, diving, sea trips, water skiing, catamaran, dinghy or even stand-up paddle.
- Mountain sports activities: Summer: mountain biking, treetop adventure park, hiking (Tende 1h20), Winter: snowshoeing (Limone (1h20) Casterino (1h30) and Isola 2000 (2h30))
SIGHTSEEING EXCURSIONS
Our hotel, on the Italian border , allows you to discover the most beautiful cities on the coast and the Italian Riviera:
- Italian markets: Bordighera (30 km), San Remo (55 km), Ventimiglia (20 km)
- Gardens and villas: Val Rahmeh botanical garden, Villa Maria Serena gardens, Fontana rosa gardens, Serre de la madonne garden, citrus gardens of the Palais de Carnolès Villa Garnier in Bordighera, Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild in Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, Ferme des citrons,
- Emblematic towns and villages: Menton, Gorbio, Roque Brune Cap Martin, Sainte-Agnès, Castillon, Castellar, Monaco, Monte-Carlo, La Turbie, Eze, Dolceacqua, San Remo, Nice, Saint-Paul-de-Vence Antibes
- Natural and cultural sites: Marcantour Park, the mimosa farm in the Tanneron Massif, the Roya Valley, Grasse, Gourdon and the Gorges du Loup
- Leisure locations: Grasse, Antibes, Cannes, set off to discover these tourist gems, all easily accessible from our establishment.
EVENTS IN THE REGION
Local events:
- Monte-Carlo International Circus Festival (January) – Monaco
- Monaco Mozart Festival (February) – Monaco
- Monte Carlo Rally (January) – Monaco
- Monte-Carlo Historic Rally (February) – Monaco
- Mimosa Festival (February) – Mandelieu-La Napoule
- Lemon Festival (March) – Menton
- Nice Carnival (March) – Nice
- The Most Serene of Humor (March) – Monaco
- Flower Festival (March) – San Remo, Italy
- AMWC – Aesthetic & Anti-Aging Medicine World Congress (March) –
- Monaco
- International Citrus Fair (April) – Menton
- Tennis: Monte-Carlo Masters 1000 (April) – Monaco
- Monte-Carlo Fashion Week (April) – Monaco
- International Citrus Fair (April) – Menton
- Monaco E-Prix (May) – Monaco
- Top Marques (Motor Show) (May) – Monaco
- Formula 1 Grand Prix (May) – Monaco
- The Green Shift Festival (An innovative event focused on environmental sustainability) (June) – Monaco
- Monte-Carlo Television Festival (June) – Monaco
- Monaco Energy Boat Challenge (Brings together young engineers from around the world with stakeholders from the yachting industry) (July) – Monaco
- Monaco Yacht Show (September) – Monaco
- Christmas Market (December) – Monaco – Menton
Regional events
- Provençal folklore festival in Vence (April)
- Bravade of Ste-Maxime (April)
- Cannes International Film Festival (May)
- Bravado and regatta Les Voiles Latines de St-Tropez (May)
- The Sails of St-Tropez Regatta (September)