Monaco

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Monaco which includes a city, a coastal town and landscape views
Monaco which includes a small town or village, general coastal views and a bay or harbor
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Monaco featuring art
Monaco featuring heritage elements and a city

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Dine in fine restaurants, admire extravagant yachts and sports cars, or duck into the famous Monte Carlo Casino for a high-stakes game of blackjack.

Monaco has long been a destination for the rich and famous and today offers visitors glamorous nightlife as well as beautiful old buildings and palaces.Monaco is an independent principality on the Mediterranean, completely surrounded by France. It is a mere 500 acres (202 hectares) but is home to over 35,000 people, making it among the most densely-populated countries on Earth. It is ruled as a constitutional monarchy and maintains its own government and constitution. The country is best known for the many rich and famous celebrities drawn to Monaco's attractive tax laws and as a glamorous gambling hot-spot. Although home to some of the world's wealthiest jet-setters, there are still surprisingly affordable vacation options to experience the exciting Monaco lifestyle.Go for a stroll around Monte Carlo Harbor or the Condamine Marina and gaze at multi-million dollar yachts. Wander over to the Old Town to see quaint old buildings and the Prince’s Palace. You can watch the changing of the guard and even take a tour of the interior. Keep exploring the Old Town to find Monaco Cathedral and the renowned Oceanographic Museum of Monaco. Inside is an extensive array of marine species as well as a fascinating collection artworks and artifacts. Make your way over to Fontvieille to check out the classic old cars collected by the princes of Monaco. Anyone out to relax should head to the exotic garden in the Condamine or the Japanese Gardens in Monte Carlo. If you need to cool off, go for a swim at Larvotto Beach. When the sun goes down, change into your best clothes and visit the famous Casino of Monte Carlo. Wander past Lamborghinis and Aston Martins as you walk through to the lavishly-decorated interior. Enjoy the impressive paintings and statues and do some serious people watching. For a special night out, take in a show at the Opera of Monte Carlo. It’s a beautiful old building and hosts some of the most prestigious productions in the world. Monaco is a great place to get a taste of how some of the world’s wealthiest people live. Enormous yachts sit in the harbour and elegant bars and boutiques abound. You can gamble in the classiest casinos and indulge in the finest cuisine or just wander the streets and take it all in. Be sure to stay at least a few days to really experience this spectacular principality.

Where to stay in Monaco

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Monte Carlo

Monte Carlo is a destination visitors seek out for is beaches, abundant dining options, and casinos. You might want to check out attractions like Circuit de Monaco or Casino Cafe de Paris while you're exploring the neighborhood.

Monte Carlo
Menton featuring a marina and a coastal town

Menton City Center

While visiting Menton City Center, you might make a stop by sights like Basilica of Saint Michael the Archangel and Plage des Sablettes.

Menton City Center

Cap-Ferrat

You'll enjoy the restaurants and gardens in Cap-Ferrat. You might want to make time for a stop at Cap-Ferrat Lighthouse or Baie des Anges.

Cap-Ferrat
Monaco featuring views and general coastal views

Monaco-Ville

You'll enjoy the museums and seaside views in Monaco-Ville. You might want to make time for a stop at Circuit de Monaco or Prince's Palace of Monaco.

Monaco-Ville
La Condamine-Chatelard featuring a park and a city

La Condamine

Waterfront views, casinos, and shopping are just a few things travelers enjoy about La Condamine. Check out Circuit de Monaco or Monaco Harbour while you're exploring the area.

La Condamine
Menton showing a statue or sculpture

Old Town Menton

Old Town Menton is known for its beaches, and you can plan a trip to Basilica of Saint Michael the Archangel and Chapel of the Penitents-Blancs while you're in town.

Old Town Menton
Fairmont Monte Carlo

Fairmont Monte Carlo

4 out of 5
12 Avenue de Spélugues, Monte Carlo, Monaco
The price is P28,271 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
P28,271
P31,765 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Monaco. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"Nice stay, reserved 2 beds at the hairpin turn, we didnt get what we reserved. We got 1 bed with couch. They told us we would get a rollaway bed - we didn't get that either because we had to call after we said we would take it. On our last morning we received breatfast on them to compensate. The ..."

Reviewed on Aug 10, 2025

Fairmont Monte Carlo
Le Meridien Beach Plaza

Le Meridien Beach Plaza

4 out of 5
22 Avenue Princesse Grace, Monte Carlo, Monaco
The price is P25,057 per night from Sep 11 to Sep 12
P25,057
P31,988 total
Sep 11 - Sep 12
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Monaco. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a private beach. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Lovely service, great pool and private beach, good breakfast, very nice restaurant (Muse)"

Reviewed on Aug 7, 2025

Le Meridien Beach Plaza
Hotel Novotel Monte Carlo

Hotel Novotel Monte Carlo

3 out of 5
16 Boulevard Princesse Charlotte, Monte Carlo, Monaco
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P19,053 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
P19,053
P21,358 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Monaco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (926 reviews)
"Wonderful buffet breakfast. About 15 minute walk to the beautiful beach. Comfortable beds. Nice to have the pool table and ping pong table. 200 meters to train station. Wonderful helpful staff: Cloe and Florence were super helpful and friendly."

Reviewed on Aug 8, 2025

Hotel Novotel Monte Carlo
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Appart'hôtel Odalys City - Monaco Les Hauts de la Principauté

Appart'hôtel Odalys City - Monaco Les Hauts de la Principauté

3 out of 5
31 Boulevard Du General Leclerc, Beausoleil, Alpes-Maritimes
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Beausoleil. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,052 reviews)
"A lovely quiet and very spacious room at the back of the premises. Very relaxing to stay in. Close to a supermarket and easy walking distance to the train station. Also easy location for getting around Monaco (providing you are fit, the stairs are a killer)."

Reviewed on Jul 11, 2025

Appart'hôtel Odalys City - Monaco Les Hauts de la Principauté
Sara Riviera

Sara Riviera

33 Av. du Général de Gaulle, Cap d'Ail, Alpes-Maritimes
Stay at this aparthotel in Cap d'Ail. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8/10 Very Good! (161 reviews)
"Beautiful View from all apartments from beautiful large balconies as well Amazing infiniti pool Few minutes away from Monte Carlo and nice simple apartment with free parking"

Reviewed on Aug 1, 2025

Sara Riviera
Aparthotel Adagio Monaco Monte Cristo

Aparthotel Adagio Monaco Monte Cristo

2A Rue des Martyrs de la Résistance, Beausoleil
Book a stay at this eco-certified residence in Beausoleil. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (754 reviews)
"Good location"

Reviewed on Aug 8, 2025

Aparthotel Adagio Monaco Monte Cristo
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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