Menton Holidays

Menton holidays are your one-way ticket to pastel-coloured streets, lemon-scented gardens and Riviera sunshine with a laid-back twist.

Holidays to Menton

• 300 days of sunshine for your Vitamin D fix

• Golden beaches and crystal-clear Mediterranean waters

• The lemon capital of France (yes, it smells as good as it sounds)

• Italian flair just a stone's throw from the border

• Colourful old town streets that were made for your camera roll

Best Day Trips from Menton

One of Menton's biggest flexes? You're perfectly placed for some seriously top-tier day trips.

• Monaco - Just 15 minutes away by train, and suddenly you're surrounded by superyachts, sports cars and enough glamour to make your sunglasses feel underdressed.

• Ventimiglia - Hop across the Italian border in under 10 minutes for bustling markets, authentic trattorias and gelato that means business.

• Nice - About 40 minutes away, with beach clubs, shopping and the iconic Promenade des Anglais.

• Èze - A medieval hilltop village with jaw-dropping views and perfume factories that smell as boujee as you'd expect.

• Cannes - Film-festival fame, designer boutiques and a palm-lined promenade made for a leisurely strut.

Where Is the Best Area to Stay on Your Menton Holidays 2026?

Menton may be delightfully compact, but where you stay can totally shape your holibobs.

Family holidays

The town centre and beachfront are ideal for families, with easy access to beaches, parks and plenty of places for emergency ice cream stops.

Groups

Stay near the promenade for beach bars, restaurants and quick train links to Monaco and Nice.

Coupling up

The old town is the perfect pick for romantic strolls, sea views and sunset dinners that feel straight out of a French film.

Luxury lovers

Choose a seafront hotel with a terrace and wake up to Mediterranean views that'll make hitting snooze impossible.

Good to Know

• 🤩 Fun fact: Menton is famous for its annual Lemon Festival, where giant sculptures are made entirely from citrus fruit. Zesty doesn't quite cover it.

• 🏖️ Best beach: Plage des Sablettes gets our vote for its dreamy setting beneath the pastel old town.

• 💶 Money Talk(s): A pint of beer usually costs around €7-9, a scoop of artisan gelato is about €3-4, and a meal for two at a good restaurant typically comes in at €50-90.

Local lingo

Throw these little gems into conversation – they might even earn you an extra smile from the boulangerie.

• Hello - Bonjour

• Hi - Salut

• Bye - Au revoir

• Thank you - Merci

• Please - S'il vous plaît

• The bill, please - L'addition, s'il vous plaît

• Where is the beach? - Où est la plage ?

• A lemon tart, please - Une tarte au citron, s'il vous plaît

Menton Hotels 2026/2027

Menton serves up everything from elegant seafront stays to wallet-friendly favourites. Whether you're after a romantic Riviera retreat or a family base by the beach, there's a hotel with your name on it.

Couples

Royal Westminster - Belle Époque elegance right on the seafront, with gorgeous gardens and bags of old-school Riviera charm.

Best Western Premier Hotel Prince De Galles - Stylish and sophisticated, with sea views and a private beach area for extra boujee points.

Ibis Styles Menton Centre - Bright, modern and brilliantly located for exploring the old town.

Families

Inter-Hotel Chambord - Family-friendly and centrally located, with babysitting services and a generous breakfast buffet.

Residence Azureva Roquebrune Cap Martin - Spacious accommodation with a pool and plenty of room for the kiddos to burn off energy.

Ibis Roquebrune Cap Martin Menton - Modern rooms and just a short stroll from the beach.

Menton Holidays 2026/2027 - Travel Guide

Things to Do for Families

Jardin Biovès - Beautiful gardens in the centre of town, especially fun during the Lemon Festival.

Plage des Sablettes - Calm water and a playground nearby make this a kiddo-approved beach day.

Val Rahmeh Botanical Garden - Exotic plants and peaceful pathways that are surprisingly fun for little explorers.

Gelato tasting - A very important part of any family holiday.

Things to Do for Couples

Wander the old town - Colourful buildings, hidden staircases and seriously romantic views.

Sunset drinks on the promenade - Order a chilled rosé and watch the world go by.

Visit the Serre de la Madone gardens - Quiet, beautiful and very easy on the eyes.

Day trip to Italy - Ventimiglia is just a few minutes away by train.

Things to Do for Groups

Train hop to Monaco and Nice - Because why stop at one glamorous destination?

Beach club days - Soak up the sunshine and settle in for long lunches.

Water sports - Paddleboarding and kayaking are both popular along the coast.

Cocktails by the sea - A no-brainer.

More Destinations in France

• Antibes - Sandy beaches, superyachts and classic Riviera glamour.

• Nice - Beach days, buzzing markets and a seriously iconic promenade.

• Cannes - Film-festival fame and designer shopping galore.

• Marseille - A vibrant harbour city with incredible seafood and access to the Calanques.

• Carcassonne - Medieval magic and enough history to fill your camera roll.

• Bordeaux - Elegant streets and world-class wine country.