Montreux Hotel Guide - Historic Hotels in Montreux, Canton of Vaud

Significant historical sites in Montreux are likely a big part of your travel plans. And while you’re here, you can visit the major shopping area and scenic lakeside. And also relish a stop at the top-notch restaurants in this romantic area.

Based on our travel expertise, MONA Ex-Eurotel is a top hotel for history seekers booking on Expedia, and it features 2 restaurants and free Wi-Fi. Chateau de Chillon is a short 4-minute drive away. A couple of other options close to historic sites include Royal Plaza Montreux and Fairmont Le Montreux Palace.

In Montreux, there are 111 lodging options bookable on Expedia though you won’t find many designated historic hotels.

Landmarks like Castle Chatelard and Musee du Vieux Montreux in Montreux might be worth a visit. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Montreux Christmas Market and Place du Marche.

Guests who book a historic hotel can spend a night or two in a building that has a national historic designation. A palace, castle, grand home or even an old police station, pub, lodge or skyscraper can be turned into a historic hotel as long as it has special significance. Traditional architecture and period features are typically preserved in the public spaces and guestrooms of these historic hotels in Montreux, giving a sense of history.

You’ll often hear the term “heritage hotel” in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is more common in the U.S. though overall the terms are quite similar. The architecture and building of historic hotels tend to be the most significant aspect. For a heritage hotel, it’s mainly the cultural value as well as how it shaped the community.

Hotels have the safety features and modern conveniences you might expect, but every effort is made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, heating and air conditioning, free and fast Internet, and the usual amenities found in most hotels will also be available in a historic hotel. When you choose a historic hotel in Montreux, don’t worry that you’ll be staying at a place that’s uncomfortable or rundown.