Hotel Le Cottage

France , Lake Annecy

  • Food & Drink
  • Village Charm
4/5
Inghams rating

We rate all of our accommodation based on their facilities, service level, character and customer feedback. Our ratings may vary from the official rating.

  • 390 Rte du Port, 74290 Talloires-Montmin

Facilities

  • Outdoor Pool
  • Hot Tub
  • Sauna/Steam Room
  • Bar
  • Free Wi-Fi

Lake Annecy at a glance

  • French
  • Euro (EUR)
  • London Gatwick (LGW), Manchester Int. (MAN), Edinburgh (EDI), Bristol (BRS), London Luton (LTN)
  • London St Pancras (QQS)

Included in your walking holiday to Lake Annecy

  • On holiday support and tailored advice over the phone from our Destination Expert based in France
  • Access to Inghams Digital Resort Guide with things to do, walks and useful information on holiday
  • Flights from the UK, transfers and accommodation on half board basis

About Hotel Le Cottage

The Hotel Le Cottage is set in beautiful gardens with rooms spread across three historic buildings that are charming, typically French and tastefully decorated. As you wander through the gardens and towards the outdoor terrace your eyes are drawn to the wonderfully blue waters of the lake, the treeline and the lakeside promenade which skirts around the water’s edge. With a fantastic lakeside location, modern facilities and excellent service the Hotel Le Cottage feels like a well-kept secret.

The Talloires Bay is a beautiful village on Lake Annecy, set away from the busy city. This peaceful bay was said to have been a popular spot for poets and artists including Cézanne back in the 1800s who was inspired by the beautiful setting. Today, you can relax on the hotel's outdoor terrace and watch the world go by as the sun glistens on the surface of the water. Small wooden boats surround the bay and the lakeside promenade in front of the hotel is edged with trees and flowers, which makes the perfect spot for an afternoon stroll.

Ever popular with our guests, the hotel has high standards of comfort and service, which is why we recommend it year after year. It has tasteful décor throughout the hotel whilst outside there are small but perfectly kept gardens. Take a dip in the outdoor pool or try out the whirlpool and sauna. The food also gets great reviews with tasty and plentiful dishes taking influence from French cuisine - you'll be in for a treat.

  • Elegant lounge
  • Bar
  • Heated outdoor pool and whirlpool
  • Mountain shuttle bus to Col de la Forclaz everyday in July and August and weekends in June and September (this is a public bus service not operated by the hotel so is subject to change and local schedules)
  • Sauna
  • Free pool towels
  • Large outdoor terrace with lovely lake views
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Airport transfer time: approx. 1 hour by shared transfer from Geneva airport
  • In the centre of Talloires
  • Boat stop right in front of hotel

Half board meals are served in the hotel's restaurant which looks out onto the gardens and the lake. Breakfast is a buffet and for dinner you'll have a four-course evening meal that includes a delicious cheese course, during the high season there is a choice of main course. When the weather's nice you can even have your dinner on the terrace.

Early meals for children are available on request.

This property caters for the following special dietary requirements

  • Gluten Free
  • Vegetarians

Please let us know about any dietary requirements at the time of booking. Allergies and intolerances not listed above cannot be catered for. All allergies and intolerances, even if listed above, are subject to confirmation by the accommodation.

Board basis available: Half Board

Standard rooms measure around 18m² and sleep two people in a double bed or twin beds (please specify preference at the time of booking). They have a bath or shower.

Garden rooms measure around 18m² and sleep two people in a double bed or twin beds (please specify preference at the time of booking). They have a bath.

Partial lake view rooms are more spacious, measuring around 24m². They sleep two people in a double or twin beds (please specify preference at the time of booking) and have a bath.

Rooms are normally in either one of two Villas, Bourbier or Santa Maria in the hotel grounds and occasionally may be in the main building.

All rooms have:

  • Air-conditioning
  • Hairdryer
  • Safe

Additional information:

  • Lift accessible: No
  • Lift serves all floors: No
  • Access ramp: No
  • No. of hotel rooms: 35
  • No. of buildings: 3
  • No. of floors: 3
  • Please be aware that the villas do not have a lift
  • The hotel is situated next to the lake on a flat area but there is a gentle slope leading up to the village There's a lift in the main building only, which is not wheelchair accessible and does not reach all floors
  • A resort tax of €2.30 per person, per day is payable locally (under 18s free of charge). 

Travel to Lake Annecy

Depart on: Saturday or Wednesday

Fly into: Geneva

Transfer time: approx. 1 hour by coach

Check availability

Travel By air

Flights to Geneva depart on Saturdays or Wednesdays between 10 May - 4 October 2025 and 9 May - 17 October 2026

Fly to Geneva from:

  • London Gatwick, London Heathrow, London Luton, Manchester, Edinburgh, and Bristol

Transfer times: 

  • Geneva airport: approx. 1 hour by coach

Private transfers and self drive options are available.

Travel By train

We offer holidays by train to Lake Annecy, which depart on a Wednesday and Saturday. The journey takes around 9 hours and 30 minutes.

On arrival, you will transfer to Lake Annecy by taxi/coach, which will take around 10 to 30 minutes depending on which hotel you are staying at. 

Inghams Rating: 4/5

We rate all of our accommodation based on their facilities, service level, character and customer feedback. Our ratings may vary from the official rating.

Walks and hikes

Walking Trails:
362km of walking trails
Terrain:
Varies from lakeside promenades to mountain climbs
More walking info

Discover Lake Annecy

  • Walk the historic part of Annecy city with its canals, cafes and markets to explore
  • Cycle the Lake Annecy circuit and pass by beautiful lake side villages
  • Make the most of the lake with activities on the water or lounge by its shores

From the crystal clear waters of Lake Annecy - known as Europe’s cleanest - to the picturesque villages circling the lake and its surrounding mountains, visiting Annecy in summer is like having multiple holidays in one. Hit the water by paddleboard, pedalo, boat or wakeboard, head up into the hills for views and explore the winding cobblestone streets of Annecy before heading into one of its breweries, bistros or fine dining restaurants. At the far end of the lake is the peaceful Talloires, a village with an ancient history; ideal for escaping the action and discovering the area’s quiet side.

More about Lake Annecy

Things to do in Lake Annecy

Visit the small city of Annecy, known as the 'Venice of the Alps', its canals, the old town and historical churches. The most famous buildings are the Palais de l’Isle and the Basilique de la Visitation above Old Annecy with a free exhibition of bells (usually from mid-May onwards).

The area was also associated with the French Resistance, the British agent Odette operated locally and the story of the Plateau de Glières, where resistance fighters were based and there was a big battle is told in the Resistance Museum.

The village of Talloires on the Eastern side of the lake was built around an 11th century abbey. The most well known castles in the area were built by the Dukes of Savoy including Annecy, Menthon-Saint-Bernard and Montrottier.

There's a flat cycle path around Lake Annecy and this scenic ride follows the outline of the lake with fantastic views across glistening water and towards pretty villages, castles and mountain peaks. The path also goes along to Albertville on an old rail track.

Visit the Bout de lac Nature reserve and enjoy woodland, meadows and marshes, and there's even an old tower giving an elevated view. The paths in the hills around Talloires offer great intermediate hiking and a chance to discover summer-time Alpine nature at it's best. Visit the Cascade d’Angon waterfall and the Roc de Chère Nature Reserve.

This impressive promontory above Talloires bay does not immediately look accessible for walkers, but it has trails throughout, a golf course and a restaurant. A day out exploring the Roc de Chere and Menthon Saint Bernard is a great way to spend a day of your holiday. Menthon Saint Bernard is also home to the Chateau de Menthon, an 11th century gorgeous castle.

There are many friendly and local cafés to choose from, all offering good coffee with croissants, as well as beer and cold drinks. 
There are a huge number of eating options, from humble to two Michelin stars, in and around the lake and the city itself. It's also worth going to Annecy and catching the market on Fridays. Talloires also has a local market on Thursdays (usually held 19 June to 26 Sept).

Lake Annecy has some great festivals throughout the summer season and we've listed a few of our favourites below. Please be aware that some events are ticketed and may need to be booked and paid for in advance, event dates are approximate and should be checked before booking.

  • Annecy Fête du Lac firework festival (usually held around the 1st of August)
  • Annecy International Animated Film Festival (usually held early to mid June)
  • Talloires Music Festival with fireworks (usually held around late Aug)

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