Neighborhood guide
Where to Stay in Montreux
The 3 areas worth basing yourself in Montreux, Switzerland — ranked by our editors, with walking distances from the center. First-timers: start with Centre.
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Top pick
Centre
Lakefront promenade — casino, market square, the main hotel strip.
11 min walk from center
#2
Clarens
Quieter east side — the Chillon castle within walking distance, lakeside parks.
29 min walk from center
#3
Glion / Caux
Hill suburbs above town — the cog rail to Rochers-de-Naye, mountain hotels.
18 min walk from center
Getting around
The lakefront train hugs the shore east-west; CGN paddle steamers cross the lake to France.
Your hotel gives you the Riviera Card — free transit on bus, train, and funiculars in the Riviera area.