Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring 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. Consider staying at least one whole day in Annecy to see all of its attractions.

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When to visit Annecy

Annecy in January
Estimated hotel price
$186
1 night at 3-star hotel
Annecy in January
Estimated hotel price
$186
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 2 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Annecy from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 35h 50m.

Car

Another option to get to Annecy is to pick up a car hire from Nice, which is about 161 miles from Annecy. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Budget, among others, in Nice.

Plane

When flying to Annecy, you’ll arrive at Annecy – Haute-Savoie – Mont Blanc (NCY), which is located 2 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Annecy from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 35h 50m.

Car

Another option to get to Annecy is to pick up a car hire from Nice, which is about 161 miles from Annecy. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Budget, among others, in Nice.

Airports near Annecy

LYSLyon-Saint Exupéry
GNBGrenoble
DLEDole Tavaux

Airlines serving Annecy

Lufthansa
Good (8,018 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,518 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,991 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,452 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,385 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,220 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,589 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (919 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,746 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,575 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,729 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,783 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,194 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,068 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (410 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,398 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,257 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,340 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,441 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,522 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 $235 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $579 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 holiday rental options in Annecy, with prices from $34 to $1,998 per night. Annecy-le-Vieux is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Annecy are about 23% 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)
$257+
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Ace Hotel Annecy
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$142+
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Sure Hotel by Best Western Annecy
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$153+
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Premiere Classe Annecy Cran-Gevrier Rénové En 2025
2 stars
Good (7.4, Good reviews)
$115+
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Hiring a car in Annecy

Expect to pay $4.07 per litre in Annecy (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $48.83 and $65.10. The most frequently booked car type in Annecy is Compact (Renault Mégane or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Citroen C3 or similar) is, on average, 69% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $4.07 per litre in Annecy (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $48.83 and $65.10. The most frequently booked car type in Annecy is Compact (Renault Mégane or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Citroen C3 or similar) is, on average, 69% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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