The Hotel Novotel Monte Carlo is listed on Expedia as a three-star hotel in the Monte-Carlo district, which makes it one of the more practical choices for visitors who want the Casino, the shops and the harbour at hand without the price of a palace hotel. In a place where a single night at a five-star can cost many times the price of a good hotel in France, a mid-range brand name offers predictability: a standard layout, a reliable level of comfort and the ability to compare rooms and cancellation terms easily. The district around it is the most polished part of Monaco, with the Casino, the Opera, the gardens and the Grand Prix circuit within reach on foot or by a short bus ride. It suits visitors who plan to spend their days outside, on the Rock, in the gardens and at the museums, and want a clean, well-located base for the night.
Moving around from here: Monte-Carlo is hilly, so look at the route to the casino and to the station before you book, and use the public lifts and escalators that Monaco provides to climb or descend between levels. The Rock and the Oceanographic Museum are reached by bus or a pleasant downhill walk through the port and then uphill, and the Exotic Garden is a bus or taxi ride.
What to confirm: the details of rooms, breakfast, parking and facilities were not verified for this guide, so check them on the booking page. In general, in Monaco it is worth asking whether breakfast is included, whether parking is available and its daily cost, whether rooms have air conditioning and sea or city views, and whether there is a quiet side. Prices vary hugely by date: the Grand Prix, the yacht show in September and the Christmas period are the most expensive, and late autumn and winter weekdays are the cheapest.
Who it suits: couples and small groups who want to be in the glamorous district at a fair price, business travellers and anyone using Monaco as a base for Èze, Nice and the Riviera by train, since the station is a short ride away. It is less suited to those looking for a boutique atmosphere or a spa, and for those who prefer a quiet residential area. For the cheapest stay, consider the port and La Condamine hotels in this guide, and for the grandest, the Hôtel de Paris.
Why stay here
- ✓Monte-Carlo district location
- ✓Walk or ride to the Casino
- ✓Air-conditioned rooms
- ✓Breakfast available
- ✓24-hour front desk
- ✓Luggage storage
- ✓Lift access
- ✓Bus and public lift links
Good questions
Where is the Novotel Monte Carlo?+
In the Monte-Carlo district of Monaco, within reach of the Casino, the shops and the sea. Expedia lists it as a three-star hotel.
Is it good value for Monaco?+
It is a mid-range option, cheaper than the palace hotels and more predictable than small independents. Prices swing with Grand Prix week and the summer season.
What should I check before booking?+
Breakfast, parking cost, air conditioning and the view, since these were not verified for this guide and vary by room and date.
