Boutonnet

Montpellier
Boutonnet
Filled with university students and families, this northern Montpellier neighborhood erupts with excitement for its lively annual jazz band festival.

Boutonnet was once an area for industrial agriculture, with cotton factories serving the needs of Montpellier and beyond. Visit today to wander around a pleasant residential area with a college-town atmosphere. The zone has half a dozen universities of varying specialties.

The neighborhood of Boutonnet began to take on a bohemian atmosphere in the late 19th century when the Gypsies of Roussillon started to settle in Boutonnet and other spots around the city, folding their merchant trade and love of fairs and festivals into the local culture.

Rue du Faubourg Boutonnet remains a popular spot for strolling, shopping, dining and evening dancing and cocktails. Enjoy French cuisine ranging from French coffee and delightful pastries to gourmet multi-course farm-to-table meals.

Participate in continuing merriment if you’re here for the Fanfares Festival. Starting in 1995, this annual event has brought jazz band and other musicians together for a June celebration. Listen to costumed musicians, browse through treasures at the large garage sale, dance in the streets and join locals in raucous celebration.

Throughout the year, Boutonnet offers sunny days for walks through its leafy parks and dining al fresco at its many restaurants. At Parc Sainte Odile, once the site of the city’s ancient castle, sit under the shade of Aleppo pines, Provençal cypresses and Montpellier maples. Bring kids to the playground slides or public pool.

Surrounding Parc Sainte Odile, wander past university residences and stop at coffee shops, trendy restaurants or cafés, mingling with students and faculty.

Boutonnet is a very pleasant spot for pedestrians, with shaded streets and frequent tempting spots offering shopping or snacking. Rent bikes or ride the tram or buses to connect with other parts of Montpellier. Be sure to cross into the neighboring Beaux Arts zone for museums and theaters.


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Top hotels in Boutonnet

Hotel Belaroia
Hotel Belaroia
4 out of 5
11 rue Pagezy, Montpellier
The price is RM424 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
RM424
RM500 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Montpellier. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (535 reviews)
"Size of the room ok (and of the tv screen!) Bar ok with funny staff"

Reviewed on 23 Oct 2024

Hotel Belaroia
JOST Hotel Montpellier Centre St Roch
JOST Hotel Montpellier Centre St Roch
50 Rue Isabelle Eberhardt, Montpellier, Hérault
The price is RM388 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
RM388
RM489 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Stay at this hotel in Montpellier. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (185 reviews)
"Very good vibes. Friendly staff. Great bar and hood food. There’s a lot of construction in the area so it’s easy to dismiss the property. It’s in up and coming area. Tucked away from the busy city Center but a short walk away- less than 10 mins. Parking is a short walk away - 1 minute."

Reviewed on 8 Oct 2024

JOST Hotel Montpellier Centre St Roch
Citadines Antigone Montpellier
Citadines Antigone Montpellier
3 out of 5
588 Boulevard d'Antigone, Montpellier, Herault
The price is RM259 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
RM259
RM307 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly aparthotel in Montpellier. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,144 reviews)
10 days at citadine
"We enjoyed most everything, beds were fine, having a kitchen was great, breakfast was good, 24 hr coffee machine and sparkling water also. Not fancy, but with a great staff and location, it was great for us"

Reviewed on 21 Oct 2024

Citadines Antigone Montpellier
Zenitude Hotel la Valadiere, Ascend Hotel Collection
Zenitude Hotel la Valadiere, Ascend Hotel Collection
4 out of 5
1292 Allee Des Thermes, Juvignac
The price is RM323 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
RM323
RM390 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Juvignac. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the room service in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (469 reviews)
"Bon rapport qualité prix Excellent petit déjeuner"

Reviewed on 28 Oct 2024

Zenitude Hotel la Valadiere, Ascend Hotel Collection
Hôtel & Spa - Thalazur Port Camargue
Hôtel & Spa - Thalazur Port Camargue
4 out of 5
227 Route Des Marines, Le Grau-Du-Roi, Gard
The price is RM602 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
RM602
RM684 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Le Grau-Du-Roi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (605 reviews)
"Wonderful place to stay. Price/quality of this hotel is extremely competitive. This is a very nice place to stay with lots of amenities at a great location for a great price. I highly recommend. We will come back."

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2024

Hôtel & Spa - Thalazur Port Camargue
Hôtel Campanile Montpellier Centre St Roch
Hôtel Campanile Montpellier Centre St Roch
3 out of 5
11 Rue Pagezy, Montpellier
The price is RM328 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
RM328
RM383 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Stay at this 3-star spa residence in Montpellier. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (368 reviews)
"We chose the location because the transport links and walkable distance to places we needed to visit. However, our room window was toward a noisy street and it was pretty loud all night. It’s very clean and cosy, but the lighting in the rooms is really only suitable if you want to just sleep there, ..."

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2024

Hôtel Campanile Montpellier Centre St Roch
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Other neighbourhoods around Boutonnet

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Beaux Arts-Boutonnet

During your stop in Beaux Arts-Boutonnet, check out the gardens, and jump on the metro at Place Albert 1er Tram Station to see more of the surrounding area.

Beaux Arts-Boutonnet
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Montpellier-Centre

Noted for its historical sites and river views, there's plenty to explore in Montpellier-Centre. Top attractions like Montpellier Cathedral and Jardin des plantes de Montpellier are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Louis Blanc Tram Station or Place Albert 1er Tram Station to see more of the city.

Montpellier-Centre
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Historic Centre

4.5/5(41 area reviews)

You might enjoy the historical sites while in Historic Centre. Montpellier Cathedral is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Louis Blanc Tram Station or Place Albert 1er Tram Station to see more of the city.

Historic Centre

Les Beaux-Arts

When in Les Beaux-Arts and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Corum Convention Center or Jardin des plantes de Montpellier and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Jeu de Mail des Abbes Tram Station or Beaux-Arts Tram Station.

Les Beaux-Arts
Montpellier which includes a square or plaza, cycling and street scenes

Ecusson

While you're in Ecusson, take in top sights like Montpellier Cathedral or Fabre Museum, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Comedie Tram Station or Louis Blanc Tram Station.

Ecusson
Montpellier showing street scenes

Montpellier City-Centre

4/5(11 area reviews)

Noted for its historical sites and river views, there's plenty to explore in Montpellier City-Centre. Top attractions like Comedy Square and Fabre Museum are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Comedie Tram Station or Hotel de Ville Tram Station to see more of the city.

Montpellier City-Centre

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