Pres d'Arenes

Montpellier

Pres d'Arenes
Pres d'Arenes
Pres d'Arenes
Pres d'Arenes
Pres d'Arenes
This lively zone has a 19th-century locomotive and a picturesque park with multisport amenities. Attend concerts in the theaters, go bowling or play mini-golf.

Prés d’Arènes is a fairly youthful area with a range of family activities and a concert hall. Still on display is a 19th-century train that historically traveled between the district and the Palavas beach resort. For a glimpse into the local community, get involved in the games, recitals and other activities in this lively area.

At the northern end of Prés d’Arènes is the Jam Concert Hall & Music School. Study the venue’s eclectic schedule and choose from acts playing jazz, funk and other genres. A short walk south, enjoy a glass of champagne as you wait to watch a play at the Théâtre la Chocolaterie. For late-night clubbing and dancing enjoy the lively dub, reggae and electro parties at the adjacent Melomane Club.

Find family activities on the western edge of the zone. Take the kids to the Goolfy miniature golf course or the Bowlingstar Montpellier, which has mini-lanes and billiard tables.

For a sense of the district’s history, visit the Train de Montpellier à Palavas. Take photos of the black train and its green carriage that historically transported beachgoers to the south coast. Today, the train is stationary, appearing as though ready to depart from the side of the Federico Garcia Lorca Library.

Opposite the train, see the fountain on a circular patch of grass, flowers and palm trees. Consider staying at one of the hotels in this area and go shopping in the vast Géant Casino hypermarket. Continue east for the scenic Parc de la Rauze, which has a sports complex for swimming, archery and cycling.

Prés d’Arènes is between La Croix d’Argent and la Céréirède in the southern part of Montpellier. Ride the tramline to Saint-Martin or Restanque on the northern border of the district and walk south to reach its center. Drive farther south for 10 minutes to reach the Palavas-les-Flots seaside resort.


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Top hotels in Pres d'Arenes

Hotel Belaroia
Hotel Belaroia
4 out of 5
11 rue Pagezy, Montpellier
The price is €115 per night from 21 Feb to 22 Feb
€115
includes taxes & fees
21 Feb - 22 Feb
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! (571 reviews)
"All good. Great restaurant on site"

Reviewed on 19 Nov 2024

Hotel Belaroia
Odalys City Montpellier Les Occitanes
Odalys City Montpellier Les Occitanes
4 out of 5
20 Rue de la République, Montpellier, Herault
The price is €71 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
€71
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Montpellier. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (525 reviews)
Convenient and well-priced
"The room was on the ground floor and had little light. I had expressed a concern about this at check-in which the staff disregarded. However, the location and services (kitchen) were very convenient. Some items in the room needed a touch up or repairs (bedside lamp)"

Reviewed on 4 Feb 2025

Odalys City Montpellier Les Occitanes
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 €76 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
€76
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (525 reviews)
Tres bien
"Dans un environnement calme, parking gratuit et sécurisé. Un très bon accueil souriant. Grandes chambres avec bureau et fauteuils. Celles premium avec minibar softs offerts et nespresso. Peignoirs et chaussons. Serviettes de toilette tres haut de gamme. Grande télé. Bonne literie. 2 oreillers par ..."

Reviewed on 11 Feb 2025

Zenitude Hotel la Valadiere, Ascend Hotel Collection
The Originals City, Hôtel Ecoparc
The Originals City, Hôtel Ecoparc
3 out of 5
68 rue du Basilic, Saint-Aunes, Herault
The price is €105 per night from 25 Feb to 26 Feb
€105
includes taxes & fees
25 Feb - 26 Feb
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Saint-Aunes. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
Bon rapport qualité prix
"Excellent séjour au calme dans un lit confortable et un lieu accessible et bien situé"

Reviewed on 7 Feb 2025

The Originals City, Hôtel Ecoparc
Hôtel Campanile Montpellier Centre St Roch
Hôtel Campanile Montpellier Centre St Roch
3 out of 5
11 Rue Pagezy, Montpellier
The price is €105 per night from 21 Feb to 22 Feb
€105
includes taxes & fees
21 Feb - 22 Feb
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! (390 reviews)
"The property is decent. The neighborhood is not safe during late hours."

Reviewed on 29 Jan 2025

Hôtel Campanile Montpellier Centre St Roch
Best Western Hotelio Montpellier Sud
Best Western Hotelio Montpellier Sud
3 out of 5
1 Chemin Saint-Hubert, Lattes
The price is €80 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
€80
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Lattes. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Goolfy Mini-Golf and Esplanade de ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (438 reviews)
"Overall is a good hotel, dining options are limited"

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2024

Best Western Hotelio Montpellier Sud
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Other neighbourhoods around Pres d'Arenes

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Saint-Martin

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Saint-Martin and surrounding area, you can visit Montpellier Town Hall and Opera National Orchestra of Montpellier.

Saint-Martin

Aiguerelles

Bars and historical sites are just a few things travellers like about Aiguerelles. A stop by Montpellier Town Hall is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.

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Croix-d'Argent

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

The restaurants and shopping are a few things visitors like about Croix-d'Argent. Check out Stade Sabathe while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Sabines Tram Station or Villeneuve d'Angouleme Tram Station to get around town.

Croix-d'Argent

Gares

Historical sites and coffee shops are just a few features Gares is known for, and you can get around the area by hopping on the metro at Place Carnot Tram Station or Voltaire Tram Station.

Gares
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Gambetta

The historical sites and theatres make Gambetta worth a stop. Make a stop by Kawa Theatre, and jump on the metro at Rondelet Tram Station to get around the area.

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Comédie

Noted for its historical sites and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Comédie. Top attractions like Comedy Square and Opera National Orchestra of Montpellier 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.

Comédie

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