Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Annecy travel guide

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You're Going to Love Annecy

With a population of 49,232, Annecy is a must-see destination in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Annecy deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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When to visit Annecy

Annecy in January
Estimated hotel price
C$ 152
1 night at 3-star hotel
Annecy in January
Estimated hotel price
C$ 152
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Annecy

Plane

When flying to Annecy, you’ll arrive at Annecy – Haute-Savoie – Mont Blanc (NCY), which is located 4 km from the city centre The shortest flight to Annecy from Canada departs from Montreal and takes around 6h 55m.

Car

Another option to get to Annecy is to pick up a car rental from Lyon, which is about 101 km from Annecy. You’ll find branches of Priceless and Rent-A-Wreck, among others, in Lyon.

Plane

When flying to Annecy, you’ll arrive at Annecy – Haute-Savoie – Mont Blanc (NCY), which is located 4 km from the city centre The shortest flight to Annecy from Canada departs from Montreal and takes around 6h 55m.

Car

Another option to get to Annecy is to pick up a car rental from Lyon, which is about 101 km from Annecy. You’ll find branches of Priceless and Rent-A-Wreck, among others, in Lyon.

Airports near Annecy

LYSLyon-Saint Exupéry
GNBGrenoble
DLEDole Tavaux

Airlines serving Annecy

Lufthansa
Good (8,039 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,527 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,028 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,398 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,407 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,226 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,597 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,779 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (923 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,731 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,577 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,811 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,133 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,196 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,403 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (411 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,450 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,360 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,272 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,476 reviews)
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Where to stay in Annecy

From 5-star hotels such as the Le Clos Des Sens to great affordable options like the Apparthotel Privilodges Le Royal, Annecy offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around C$ 215 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 420 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hôtel du Château and Hotel du Nord. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Annecy, with prices from C$ 28 to C$ 1,629 per night. Annecy-le-Vieux is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Annecy are about 19% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Annecy

Most booked hotels in Annecy

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Best Western Plus Hotel Carlton
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
C$ 221+
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Ace Hotel Annecy
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
C$ 128+
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Sure Hotel by Best Western Annecy
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
C$ 140+
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Hôtel Mercure Annecy Sud
4 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
C$ 189+
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Hotel Restaurant - Acacias Bellevue
2 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
C$ 109+
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Renting a car in Annecy

Renting a car in Annecy costs C$ 69 per day, on average, or C$ 137 if you want to rent it for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 15% more expensive than at Lyon-Saint Exupéry.

Expect to pay C$ 3.34 per litre in Annecy (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 39.98 and C$ 53.30. Compact (Peugeot 208 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Annecy, while also 19% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Annecy costs C$ 69 per day, on average, or C$ 137 if you want to rent it for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 15% more expensive than at Lyon-Saint Exupéry.

Expect to pay C$ 3.34 per litre in Annecy (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 39.98 and C$ 53.30. Compact (Peugeot 208 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Annecy, while also 19% cheaper than other types, on average.

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