Are you in transit or planning a trip to Montpellier? Here’s our advice on where to stay at Montpellier airport.
Do you have a connecting flight at Montpellier airport and an early morning departure? Is your flight delayed or canceled and you have to spend a night waiting on site? Montpellier airport is home to many low-cost airlines. As a result, you may fall victim to overbooking. For all these reasons, you may need to sleep near Montpellier airport.
Montpellier-Méditerranée airport is twelve kilometers from the city center. An airport shuttle bus makes the journey in twenty-five minutes from the Montpellier Sud de France train station. It is also possible to combine the tramway and public bus for this journey. However, the shuttle only departs at 8:30 am. So it’s a good idea to find accommodation close to the terminal.
Want to know the best places to stay near the terminal? Then here’s our mini-guide to sleeping near Montpellier airport.
Is Montpellier airport open at night?
Montpellier airport closes when the last flight leaves. Opening hours vary according to the season, but are generally from 4.30 a.m. to 11 p.m. It’s a small airport with a single terminal, mainly dedicated to medium-haul flights. Inside, you’ll find three catering services and a few stores. Wi-Fi is free, and plugs are available for recharging your devices.
Hotels where to stay near Montpellier airport
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Montpellier airport has its own hotel just outside the terminal. Next, you’ll find plenty of accommodation in the two adjacent communes: Mauguio and Pérols. Flight times permitting, you can also take the airport shuttle to Montpellier city center. Montpellier is a major metropolis in the Occitanie region, and the former capital of the Languedoc-Roussillon region. The city is very active and offers a wide range of activities and entertainment.
Airport Hotel ***
The Aéroport Hotel is a five-minute walk from the airport. If you have bulky luggage, a free shuttle service is available on request. The hotel has sixty-five soundproofed, air-conditioned rooms. Wi-Fi, swimming pool, sauna and gym are also available free of charge. There’s also a restaurant serving local specialties. A bar serving delicious cocktails stays open late to liven up your evening.
Brit Hôtel Montpellier Parc des Expos ***
It’s a five-minute cab ride to the airport. As a result, this is a hotel with an ideal geographical location. It’s probably the best value for money for sleeping near Montpellier airport. The hotel is quiet and the rooms are spacious. Nearby, you’ll find the Parc des Expos, the Sud de France Arena, a supermarket and several restaurants. There’s also a bar to liven up your evening.
Eurotel Parc Expo Airport Montpellier ***
Montpellier airport is just two kilometers from the hotel. The hotel has a free shuttle service to take you to the airport. This makes it an excellent choice for staying close to the airport.
It’s very well maintained and the rooms are clean. Feeling hungry? If so, the restaurant menu and breakfast are copious and varied. What’s more, a swimming pool is at your disposal to cool off after a long flight.
Kyriad Montpellier Aéroport – Gare Sud de France ***
The Kyriad hotel is located 1.3 kilometers from the Sud de France train station and two kilometers from the airport. Rooms are clean and well-equipped, with comfortable bedding. What’s more, the hotel has an excellent geographical location, close to major roads. However, the hotel remains quiet thanks to perfect soundproofing. Breakfast is very good and the staff are pleasant. Kyriad also has a swimming pool, bar and free Wi-Fi connection.
Where to stay near Montpellier airport?
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The two closest towns to the airport are Pérols and Mauguio. However, nearby hotels can be fully booked. Sleeping near Montpellier airport also means sleeping near the Sud de France Arena, a multi-purpose hall with a capacity of 15,000. As a result, you may have to choose accommodation in the center of Montpellier.
Pérols
Pérols is located nine kilometers from Montpellier. The town is home to the Arena Sud de France and the Parc des Expositions de Montpellier. And just four kilometers away is the seaside resort of Palavas-les-flots. So, it’s an opportunity to stroll and dine by the Mediterranean.
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Mauguio
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Mauguio is a large town in the middle of an agricultural plain. The commune is home to the Carnon seaside resort and Fréjorgues, the site of the airport. The Petit Travers beach, popular with locals and tourists alike, is just a few minutes away.
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Montpellier Centre
Montpellier’s city center is rich in history. The old town is home to numerous monuments, including the Cathédrale Saint-Pierre and narrow medieval streets. You’ll also find museums like the Musée Fabre on the Esplanade Charles de Gaulle. You can also visit the Centre d’Art Contemporain in the heart of the historic center.
In addition to the old town, Montpellier is an active, modern metropolis. You’ll find plenty of shopping centers like Odysseum and Polygone. What’s more, if you’re a bon vivant, you’ll be able to discover the local specialties. Montpellier is also a young city, with 60,000 students. So you’ll have no trouble finding a place to party the night away.
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Where can I park at Montpellier airport?
Montpellier airport has over 3,000 parking spaces. You can also book cheap airport parking directly online.
If you’re staying in the city center and don’t have a car. Then you can reach the airport by shuttle, cab or a combination of streetcar and bus. What’s more, you can book an airport transfer to Montpellier in advance online.