Spa hotels in Annecy: the 6 best addresses

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A sublime 4-star spa hotel in Annecy

Highlights: 

• 📍On the shores of Lake Annecy 
• 🛌 Family and non-smoking rooms
• ☕ Great breakfast
• 🏋️ Spa and fitness centre
• 💦 Indoor pool
• 🍸 Gourmet restaurant and bar
• 🛎️ Concierge service and 24-hour reception
• 🤍 Facilities for disabled guests
• 🐶 Pets allowed 
• 🚘 Free parking available + electric vehicle charging points 
• 🏆 Rated 8.6 on Booking  and 9.5 for its location

Located on the shores of Lake Annecy, the Impérial Palace is known for its casino and spa. A 4-star hotel not far from the centre of Annecy for a wellness break in the Alps.

Perfectly equipped, the rooms overlook the lake, the mountains or the park. If you'd like to dine on site, the hotel also has a gourmet restaurant, ideal for a romantic dinner on a terrace with a panoramic view of the lake. It's called La Voile, in case you're wondering ;) 

There is also La Brasserie, a restaurant with a more relaxed atmosphere, as well as a bar and a lounge area serving delicious pastries for a well-deserved break. 

As for the spa, you can enjoy a 600 m² area with pool, sauna and hammam. The highlight is probably its sensory shower and ice fountain. After exploring Annecy, it's time to put yourself in expert hands for a restorative treatment or massage. 

💡 Practical info: Geneva International Airport is 40 km away and Annecy railway station is less than 2 km away, as is Annecy Castle.

2 La Perle du Semnoz, 5-star apartment with spa 

Highlights: 

• 📍Mountain view, not far from the centre
• 🛌 Apartment with balcony
• 🏋️ Spa and wellness centre
• 🤍 Wheelchair accessible
• 🚘 Free parking available + bike parking
• 🏆 Rated 8.6 on Booking  and 9.5 for its location

Located less than a 10-minute walk from Annecy's old town, this apartment offers all the comfort for a restorative weekend in Annecy. It has a bedroom, a living room with a flat-screen TV, and a fully equipped kitchen. The bathroom has a walk-in shower. All towels and bed linen are provided on arrival.

During your stay, you can enjoy the sauna and hot tub or relax in the hammam. It's an ideal accommodation for those who want to ski or hike during their stay in Annecy. For info, the Semnoz ski slopes are a 10-minute drive away. Nearby, you can visit Geneva and its famous Jet d'Eau, or Chamonix if you have time.  

3. Rivage Hôtel Spa Annecy

Highlights: 

• 📍Mountain view, not far from the centre
• 🛌Family and non-smoking rooms
• ☕ Buffet breakfast
• 🏋️ Spa and wellness centre
• 💦 Indoor pool
• 🍸 Restaurant 
• 🛎️ 24-hour reception service
• 🤍 Facilities for disabled guests
• 🚘 Parking available 
• 🚍 Airport shuttle
• 🏆 Rated 8.9 on Booking

To get your bearings, this 4-star hotel is about 2 km from the Palais de l'Isle, the Church of Saint-François and Annecy Castle. Nearby you'll also find the famous Pont des Amours, the Bonlieu cultural centre, the town hall and Annecy's law courts if you want to explore the town.

All rooms are air-conditioned and some even have a balcony. Breakfast is a buffet. For meals, you can have lunch or dinner in the hotel restaurant with its pretty terrace on the shores of Lake Annecy. 

For a wellness break, enjoy the spa with its indoor pool, sauna, hammam and hot tub. To let go and relax, the spa offers various massages and yoga sessions for those who wish.  There is also a gym if you want to get back in shape. 

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4. Les Trésoms Lake and Spa Resort in Annecy

Highlights: 

• 📍Located 5 minutes on foot from the beach and the lake 
• 🛌 Family and non-smoking rooms
• ☕ Great breakfast
• 🏋️ Spa and wellness centre with a view of Lake Annecy
• 💦 Outdoor pool
• 🍸 2 restaurants 
• 🛎️ 24-hour reception service
• 🤍 Facilities for disabled guests
• 🚘 Parking available + electric car charging points.
• 🚍 Airport shuttle
• 🏆 Rated 7.9 on Booking  and 8.9 for its location

Le Trésoms Lake and Spa Resort is part of our "Spa hotels in Annecy" list for its magnificent outdoor pool and spa offering a panoramic view of the lake. You can enjoy the balneotherapy pool, sauna, hammam and its 8 treatment rooms to relax or for a beauty treatment. Access by reservation only. 

With a balcony or terrace, the rooms all have a flat-screen satellite TV, a minibar and Wi-Fi. You may be lucky enough to sleep on the lake side or the forest side…

For lunch or dinner, the hotel has a restaurant with a view of Lake Annecy, La Rotonde, known for its gourmet cuisine, or the L'atelier restaurant for original culinary creations.

💡 Practical info: This spa hotel is a 15-minute walk from Annecy's historic town centre, as well as Annecy Castle if you want to go for a stroll during your stay. 

5. Sure Hotel by Best Western Annecy

Highlights: 

• 📍Not far from the centre of Annecy
• 🛌Family and non-smoking rooms
• ☕ Buffet breakfast
• 🏋️ Spa and wellness centre
• 🍸 Restaurant with terrace, bar and lounge area 
• 🛎️ 24-hour reception service
• 🤍 Facilities for disabled guests
• 🚘 Free parking available
• 🏆 Rated 7.7 on Booking

This accommodation is also one of our 6 favourite spa hotels in Annecy. It is only a 4-minute drive from the town centre. Rooms with free Wi-Fi are offered. All with free Wi-Fi, the rooms have a bathroom with a bath or shower, depending on availability.

We especially like its lounge area, which has a pool table, a pinball machine and a table football. If you're staying as a family, your children can enjoy the play area dedicated to them. A selection of board games can also be provided at reception if you're short of inspiration.

The spa has a sensory relaxation area with private access for one or two people (by reservation, for an extra charge). There you'll find a jacuzzi with massage jets and light therapy, and a sauna to relax in after a long day of sightseeing.

6. Aparthotel with spa in Annecy with lake view

Highlights: 

• 📍View of Lake Annecy and the garden
• 🛌Non-smoking rooms
• 🏋️ Spa and wellness centre
• 🛎️ 24-hour reception service
• 🚲 Bike hire service 
• 🤍 Facilities for disabled guests
• 🚘 Free parking available
• 🏆 Rated 8.4 on Booking

Stay in a fully equipped apartment in Annecy-le-Vieux, 31 km from Rochexpo and 37 km from the Geneva stadium. The name of this accommodation? It's Le Panoramique 180 lac et montagne et Nid Secret spa romantique. It has a spa and wellness centre for a relaxing stay in Annecy.  

The apartment has a terrace, a lounge area and a perfectly equipped kitchen (microwave, dishwasher, oven, toaster, fridge, coffee machine and kettle). For info, bed linen and towels are provided during your stay.

What to do in Annecy? Our top 10 must-see sights 

For a first stay in Annecy, here are the 10 must-see sights in the Venice of the Alps:

1. Go and see Lake Annecy, one of the cleanest lakes in Europe: enjoy a walk along the shore, a boat trip or a swim in the crystal-clear waters

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2. Visit the Old Town lined with canals and charming old houses. Head to the Annecy-le-Vieux district for its beaches and viewpoints, such as Albigny beach, one of the most popular.
3. Explore the Palais de l'Isle, Annecy's emblematic building on a small island in the heart of the Thiou. The Palace has served as a prison, a courthouse and an administrative residence.
4. What to see at Lake Annecy? Don't miss Annecy Castle: you can climb up to explore its museums and admire the panoramic view of the town and the lake.

1. Stroll through the Jardins de l'Europe on the lakeside, perfect for a picnic
2. Visit the Basilica of the Visitation: it houses the relics of Saint Francis de Sales and Saint Jane Frances de Chantal.
3. Take a photo on the Pont des Amours for a romantic moment or a lovely picture on this famous bridge, which offers a splendid view of the lake and mountains.

1. Relax at the Pâquier : a vast green esplanade ideal for relaxing, playing or simply enjoying the festive atmosphere, especially during the fireworks.
2. Explore the Fier Gorges: a few kilometres from Annecy, walk on a walkway suspended above this impressive gorge for a unique experience.
3. Discover the Château de Duingt: set on a rocky promontory, this castle offers a historic setting and superb views of Lake Annecy.

If you're there in August, don't miss the Fête du Lac with its grand fireworks display over the lake, considered one of the most beautiful firework shows in Europe. Yes, really!

Bonus : See the Bout du Lac Nature Reserve in Annecy. For info, it's a nature conservation area at the end of Lake Annecy, perfect for observing wildlife and plants in a peaceful setting. The ideal activity for young and old alike.

What to see and visit around Annecy? 

If you're spending a few days in Annecy, here is a suggestion of places to visit around Annecy and in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region.    

Our favourite town, Yvoire, not to be missed

Don't miss visiting this charming medieval village on the shores of Lake Geneva, ranked among the most beautiful villages in France. With its gardens, castle and flower-lined alleys, it's a perfect day trip. We recommend having lunch there (remember to book).

Head to Albertville, Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, La Clusaz or Le Grand-Bornand 

Who doesn't know Albertville? After hosting the 1992 Winter Olympics, this mountain town is home to many museums and cultural events. The bonus is its easy access to several ski areas.

A little over an hour's drive from Annecy, you'll find this famous mountain village at the foot of Mont Blanc. Chamonix offers high-mountain activities such as mountaineering, skiing and, of course, hiking. You'll also see spectacular views from the Aiguille du Midi.

La Clusaz and Le Grand-Bornand are two renowned ski resorts not far from Annecy that offer excellent slopes in winter. Hikers can have a field day in summer.

Explore the Château de Menthon-Saint-Bernard 

Perched above the lake, this fascinating medieval castle is open to visitors and looks straight out of a fairy tale. Just a few kilometres from Annecy, the Fier gorges can be explored thanks to a purpose-built walkway offering a striking view of the rock formations.

Visit Le Semnoz, La Tournette and the Glières Plateau

This summit offers spectacular panoramic views of the Alps, Mont Blanc and Lake Annecy. In summer, you can go hiking and mountain biking. If you're wondering what to do in Annecy in winter, our answer is: cross-country skiing in the French Alps and tobogganing, without hesitation.

For hiking enthusiasts, climbing La Tournette is a must if you're staying in Annecy. This emblematic mountain offers breathtaking views of Lake Annecy and its surroundings.

Also head to the Glières Plateau. A former site of the French Resistance during the Second World War, it is now a prime spot for cross-country skiing, hiking and paragliding.

FAQ: visiting Annecy

Here are our answers to your most frequently asked questions

What is the best time to go to Annecy?

The best time to visit Annecy is from May to September. The climate is pleasant, with mild temperatures and little rain, ideal for enjoying outdoor activities such as hiking, cycling and swimming in the lake. Summer also sees many festivals and events, notably the Fête du Lac in August, which attracts many visitors.

Where to walk in Annecy?

• The Old Town: stroll through the charming cobbled alleys, along the canals and around the Palais de l'Isle.
• Lake Annecy: walk along the lake on the Esplanade du Pâquier, a large green space with wonderful views of the lake and surrounding mountains.
• The Jardins de l'Europe: a beautiful garden next to the lake, ideal for a peaceful walk.

What is the most beautiful spot on Lake Annecy? 

The most picturesque spot on Lake Annecy is probably the viewpoint from the Col de la Forclaz. This lookout offers a spectacular panoramic view of the lake and surrounding mountains, especially at sunset.

Our special article on "Spa hotels in Annecy" ends here. We hope all this information will help you plan your weekend in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region. Find plenty more ideas for other trips in France. All that's left is to wish you a great trip and plenty of good vibes 😎