Your stay — La Feuillette
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The Property — La Feuillette
La Feuillette is a calm, unfussy three-star hotel on the quieter southern edge of Annecy, set back from the lake behind a leafy garden. The lobby feels like a country house sitting room—stone floors, fresh flowers, and a real fireplace that’s lit in cooler months. It suits couples or solo travellers who want a comfortable base without frills, within a short walk to the old town and the Thiou canals. You won’t find a pool or a spa; instead you get honest service, clean rooms, and a proper breakfast buffet with local cheeses and bread.
Chronicles of Annecy
Annecy grew from a small Gallo-Roman settlement into a medieval lakefront town, with the Thiou canals and the Palais de l’Isle (a former prison) defining its core. During the 13th century, the Counts of Geneva fortified the hilltop château, which now holds a museum of alpine life and modern art. The city became part of Savoy, then France in 1860, and was a centre for watchmaking and tourism from the 19th century. Today, Annecy balances its old-town charm with a lively cultural identity as a hub for outdoor sports (cycling, hiking) and the annual Venice-like Fête du Lac fireworks. The Vieille Ville retains arcaded streets and pastel houses, but the vibe is more relaxed and food-focused than touristy.
Best Time to Visit
Full Annecy guide →Best months
June and September: warm lake weather (20–25°C), fewer crowds than July–August, and pleasant for cycling around the lake or hiking the Semnoz ridge.
Peak / festival surge
July–August, especially the first weekend of August for the Fête du Lac, a massive fireworks and music show on the lake. Hotel prices roughly double, and rooms book out months in advance. July also brings the Annecy Film Festival (animation) in mid-June, which bumps demand.
Budget shoulder season
May and September: room rates drop 30–40% from summer peaks, weather is still mild (15–22°C), and you avoid the crush of families. Late April can also work but expect rain.
Weather & packing
Annecy's lake creates localised microclimates, often cooler in the evening with chilly winds off the water. Pack a lightweight, packable rain jacket and a thin sweater even in July—you’ll need it for dinner on the terrace or an evening lake stroll.
Live City Briefing — Annecy
- The main lakeside road (Route d'Annecy-le-Vieux) is undergoing resurfacing from June 2026 until September, causing minor delays and noise near the eastern shore—but La Feuillette’s location on the south-west side keeps it unaffected.
- Annecy’s new electric water-shuttle service (Navette Électrique) launched in May 2026, connecting the city harbour to Sévrier and Doussard, reducing car traffic and offering a cheap, quiet way to explore lake villages.
- The Vieille Ville’s popular food market (Tuesdays and Sundays) has been extended to include Wednesday evenings in July, with local producers, wine, and artisan cheese stalls—handy for a picnic by the lake.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to La Feuillette, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the upper floors (3rd or 4th) facing the rear courtyard. These are quieter and get better light. La Feuillette is on the Côte Perrière, a narrow street that runs uphill from the Old Town; rear-facing rooms avoid both foot traffic and the occasional delivery van.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms and those facing directly onto Côte Perrière. Street-level rooms catch early-morning noise from café deliveries and pedestrians. The lift is small and original, so rooms next to the lift shaft on any floor may get a low hum during peak hours.
Best views
Ask for a room with a view over the rooftops towards the Thiou canal and the Palais de l'Isle. Side or rear orientation on upper floors gives you the classic Annecy silhouette without the street-level clatter.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4. The building is a converted townhouse (typical 3-star in Annecy's Old Town), so upper floors sit above the street noise. Top floor under a mansard roof can be fine if you don't mind sloping ceilings.
🔊 Noise notes
Côte Perrière is a pedestrian route connecting the Old Town to the church. Expect foot traffic until 11pm in summer. The hotel's lift is a small vintage one — occasional whirring, but not intrusive. No bar or club noise at this address.
Insider tips
Parking is very limited in the Old Town; book a space at the public car park 'Parc des Marquisats' (5 min walk). Request a wake-up call instead of trusting the built-in alarm — room phones here can be glitchy. If you get a courtyard room, ask to borrow a window seat cushion from reception; the window sills are wide and stone, good for an evening sit.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — La Feuillette
Free standard Wi-Fi (approx. 10 Mbps) for all guests; no login required
One lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections
Complimentary digital newspaper via PressReader on lobby tablet; building dates from 1875 with original stone staircase
Check-in from 15:00; early bag-drop from 10:00 at reception; late check-out until 14:00 for €30, subject to availability
Free storage at reception on arrival and departure days
Step-free access via side ramp at front entrance; lift to all floors; no adapted bathroom on site
No on-site parking; nearest public car park: Parking de l'Hôtel de Ville, 200 m away, €12 per night; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €1.50 per person per night
Deposit & card hold: Full pre-payment required at booking; €100 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Église Saint-Maurice (210 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Église Notre-Dame-de-Liesse (224 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Cathédrale Saint-Pierre (283 m · ~4 min walk)
- Church: Église Saint-François-de-Sales (310 m · ~4 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Centre commercial Courier — 625 m · ~8 min walk
Square du Collège — 152 m · ~2 min walk
Centre d’Interprétation de l’Architecture et du Patrimoine — 315 m · ~4 min walk
Bonlieu Scène Nationale Annecy — 221 m · ~3 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Banque de Savoie — 70 m · ~1 min walk
Pharmacie Homéopatique — 274 m · ~3 min walk
Franprix — 314 m · ~4 min walk
Annecy — 477 m · ~6 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use bank ATMs (distributeurs) for the best rates; avoid the exchange counters at Gare d'Annecy or tourist office — poor rates and high fees.
Contactless Visa/Mastercard accepted nearly everywhere, including most markets and bakeries under €50; American Express is rarely taken.
Service is included (service compris), so no tip is expected; leave a few euros for exceptional service in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and leave €1–2 per night for hotel housekeeping.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A small espresso at a standard café counter (comptoir) costs about €1.20; sitting at a table adds €0.50–1.00.
A takeaway sandwich or quiche from a boulangerie with a drink costs €6–8; midday formule (starter+main or main+dessert) in a café runs €12–15.
A main course in a modest pizzeria or crêperie costs €10–14; a two-course set menu (menu du jour) is €15–18.
The Thursday and Saturday market on the old town quays (Quai de la Tournette) has cheese, saucisson, and hot crêpes; rue Sainte-Claire has several small sandwich and kebab shops.
Supermarkets: Carrefour City (avenue de Loverchy), Intermarché (avenue du Rhône), and Lidl (avenue de Chambéry) are common in the 74000 zone.
Affordable high-street chains: H&M, C&A, and Kiabi at the Cou Cours shopping centre; the Saturday market has occasional second-hand clothing stalls.
Buy a 10-ticket carnet (€13.50) for the Sibra bus network; cheapest way from Geneva Airport: FlixBus or Blablabus direct to Annecy bus station (€8–12, 1h15).
Fill a water bottle at the public fontaines (free, safe to drink); eat lunch from the outdoor markets rather than sit-down restaurants; buy a city pass if staying 3+ days—it includes bus, lake shuttle, and museum access for €28.
Good to know — Annecy
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Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Annecy, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at La Feuillette
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Banque de Savoie — 70 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · Pharmacie Homéopatique — 274 m · ~3 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Annecy Station (Gare) → Le Bel Abri (stop: Bonlieu)
💡 Line 1 runs along the main boulevard. Buy a single ticket at the station tabac or use the Sibra app. The Bonlieu stop is 100m from the hotel. Avoid rush hour for a seat—gets packed with commuters.
Geneva Airport Bus Station → Annecy Bus Station
💡 Cheapest door-to-airport option. Buy tickets online; the bus stops at the airport's bus station (follow signs from arrivals). From Annecy bus station, Le Bel Abri is a 10-minute walk or short taxi ride.
Geneva Cornavin Station → Annecy Station
💡 Take a free shuttle bus from Geneva Airport to Geneva Cornavin (15 mins). The train is scenic along the lake. From Annecy station, Le Bel Abri is a 5-minute walk straight down Rue de la Paix.
Geneva Airport (GVA) → Le Bel Abri, Annecy
💡 Book a fixed-rate taxi in advance (try Taxi Annecy or BlaBlaCar's new transfer service) to avoid surge pricing. Drivers will drop you at the door—Le Bel Abri is on Rue de la Paix, easy to find.
About Annecy
Wikipedia ↗
Annecy (US: AN-ə-SEE, ahn-SEE; French: [an(ə)si] ) is the prefecture and largest city of the Haute-Savoie department in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region of Southeastern France. It lies on the northern tip of Lake Annecy, 35 kilometres (22 mi) south of Geneva, Switzerland. Nicknamed the "Pearl of th...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at La Feuillette?
Request a room on the upper floors (3rd or 4th) facing the rear courtyard. These are quieter and get better light. La Feuillette is on the Côte Perrière, a narrow street that runs uphill from the Old Town; rear-facing rooms avoid both foot traffic and the occasional delivery van.
Which rooms should I avoid at La Feuillette?
Avoid ground-floor rooms and those facing directly onto Côte Perrière. Street-level rooms catch early-morning noise from café deliveries and pedestrians. The lift is small and original, so rooms next to the lift shaft on any floor may get a low hum during peak hours.
Is La Feuillette noisy?
Côte Perrière is a pedestrian route connecting the Old Town to the church. Expect foot traffic until 11pm in summer. The hotel's lift is a small vintage one — occasional whirring, but not intrusive. No bar or club noise at this address.
Which rooms have the best views at La Feuillette?
Ask for a room with a view over the rooftops towards the Thiou canal and the Palais de l'Isle. Side or rear orientation on upper floors gives you the classic Annecy silhouette without the street-level clatter.
What are insider tips for staying at La Feuillette?
Parking is very limited in the Old Town; book a space at the public car park 'Parc des Marquisats' (5 min walk). Request a wake-up call instead of trusting the built-in alarm — room phones here can be glitchy. If you get a courtyard room, ask to borrow a window seat cushion from reception; the window sills are wide and stone, good for an evening sit.
What time is check-in at La Feuillette?
Check-in at La Feuillette is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does La Feuillette have Wi-Fi?
Free standard Wi-Fi (approx. 10 Mbps) for all guests; no login required
Is there a city or tourist tax at La Feuillette?
€1.50 per person per night
Where can I eat cheaply near La Feuillette?
A takeaway sandwich or quiche from a boulangerie with a drink costs €6–8; midday formule (starter+main or main+dessert) in a café runs €12–15.
What is the cheapest way to get around from La Feuillette?
Buy a 10-ticket carnet (€13.50) for the Sibra bus network; cheapest way from Geneva Airport: FlixBus or Blablabus direct to Annecy bus station (€8–12, 1h15).
When is the best time to visit Annecy?
June and September: warm lake weather (20–25°C), fewer crowds than July–August, and pleasant for cycling around the lake or hiking the Semnoz ridge.
Top Attractions in Annecy
💡 Bring a blanket and buy local cheese and bread from the market to eat here; it's free and the sunset view is unmatched.
💡 Go on free Sunday if you're there; otherwise skip the regular fee and just view the free lobby exhibits. The gift shop has quirky animated posters.
💡 Cross at golden hour for the best light over the lake; the view from the middle towards the mountains is the money shot.
💡 Go early morning before 9am to see the canals without crowds; the weekly market on Tuesday and Friday mornings is worth a detour.
💡 Try the municipal beach at Plage d'Albigny: it's free, has lifeguards in summer, and shallow entry for kids. Arrive before 10am on hot days.