Destination
The perfect location in the centre of Menton
The Louvia Hotel is located on a quiet street in the town centre, at the ideal crossroads between the Mediterranean Sea, historical heritage and local life. Here, you are at the perfect starting point to explore Menton entirely on foot. Three minutes to the beaches, eight minutes to the old town, five minutes to the casino and the seafront promenade. Drop off your bags, forget about your car, and let Menton become your pedestrian playground.
The must-sees in Menton
The Mediterranean Sea just a stone's throw from the hotel
A three-minute walk takes you to pebble beaches with turquoise waters. Fossan Beach for tranquillity, Sablettes Beaches at the foot of the old town, Borrigo Beaches for more peace and quiet. Menton enjoys over 300 days of sunshine a year, making swimming pleasant from May to October.
Medieval Menton
A ten-minute walk away, the old town climbs up from the sea like an amphitheatre. Cobbled streets, pastel-coloured façades, stairways covered in bougainvillea. At the top, Saint-Michel Basilica and its forecourt offer panoramic views of the Mediterranean. The architecture bears witness to Menton's historical Italian influence.
The dolce vita by the sea
The Promenade du Soleil runs along the seafront. Palm trees, contemporary sculptures, restaurant terraces facing the sea. The Casino Barrière, 400 metres away, offers games, shows and restaurants in a Belle Époque building. Perfect for a stroll at sunset.
In the footsteps of Jean Cocteau
Menton was the poet's favourite town. The Jean Cocteau Museum houses the largest collection of his works in a contemporary building facing the sea. Complete your visit with the Bastion, a fortress decorated by Cocteau with his pebble mosaics. The nearby Les Halles market offers local produce and Menton IGP lemons.
Botanical paradises
Menton's exceptional climate allows tropical plants to thrive. The Serre de la Madone, Val Rahmeh and Fontana Rosa gardens are among the most beautiful in Europe. Collections of palm trees, rare plants, ponds and terraces: a delight for nature lovers.
The lemon, king of Menton
Every February, the Lemon Festival transforms the town with its monumental citrus fruit sculptures, floats and night-time parades. The Menton IGP lemon, less acidic and more fragrant, is a local treasure that you will find in pastries, jams and at the market all year round.
Explore the French Riviera
Ventimiglia and Italy
The Italian border is 15 minutes away. Ventimiglia welcomes you with its Friday market (the largest in the region), authentic trattorias and medieval old town. Further afield: Bordighera, San Remo and the entire Italian Riviera.
Monaco
The Principality can be explored in 20 minutes: legendary casino, Prince's Palace, Oceanographic Museum, Formula 1 Grand Prix. Luxury and glamour in a fascinating microstate.
Nizza
The capital of the French Riviera is worth spending a day exploring: Promenade des Anglais, Old Nice, Matisse and Chagall museums, flower market. Urban vibrancy and Mediterranean charm.
