The Boutique Hôtel Miramar is listed on Expedia as a three-star hotel in La Condamine, the district around Port Hercule, about 0.3 miles from Monte-Carlo. La Condamine is arguably the best-balanced area in Monaco for a first visit: it is on the flat by the harbour, with the market, cafes and restaurants of the Place d'Armes, the Sainte Dévote church and the railway station close by, the Rock rising on one side and the Casino hill on the other. From here you can reach the Prince's Palace and the Oceanographic Museum with a climb up to the Rock, and the Casino with a gentle climb in the other direction. A small boutique hotel brings character and a more personal scale than a big brand, and in a principality dominated by luxury towers that is part of the appeal. It is a good choice for couples and independent travellers who like to walk and eat out, and a good compromise between the grand hotels and the budget options.
Getting around is the real strength. The railway station, the bus network, the public lifts up the Rock and the harbour promenade are all close, so you can move easily without a car. The Grand Prix circuit runs through the district, and you may find that parts of the neighbourhood are fenced off in race week, with noise from the track and the crowds. At other times the area is lively in the evening, with restaurants around the harbour and a market area that makes a good breakfast stop.
Details to check: the room sizes, the breakfast and the facilities were not verified for this guide, and a small hotel can differ a great deal between room types, so read the room descriptions and recent reviews on the booking page. Ask whether there is a lift, whether rooms are air-conditioned, which side faces the street, and whether early or late luggage storage is available if your train times do not match check-in. As with all Monaco hotels, expect prices to rise sharply in Grand Prix week and in high summer.
Who it suits: walkers, rail travellers heading to Nice, Èze and Menton, first-timers who want to be central without paying for Casino Square, and couples seeking a smaller place. It is not suited to anyone seeking a pool, a big spa or a resort atmosphere, and the streets can be lively on weekend evenings. For a quieter base, look at Fontvieille, and for a more formal one, Casino Square.
Why stay here
- ✓Boutique-scale hotel
- ✓La Condamine harbour district
- ✓Station and bus links nearby
- ✓Short walk to the Rock
- ✓Air-conditioned rooms
- ✓Private bathrooms
- ✓Luggage storage
- ✓Restaurants and market nearby
Good questions
Where is the Hôtel Miramar?+
In La Condamine, the harbour district of Monaco, about 0.3 miles from Monte-Carlo. It is a short walk from the port, the railway station and the foot of the Rock.
Is the area noisy?+
It is a lively district, especially in the evening and around Grand Prix week when the circuit passes nearby. Ask for a quiet room when you book.
Who is it good for?+
Walkers, rail travellers and couples who want a small boutique-style base near the port without paying for Casino Square.
