Mont-Saint-Michel is one of the most visited sites in France. There are many activities to do on site and this may require spending one or more nights nearby. We have already written an article with all our advice for visiting Mont-Saint-Michel. This time, I would like to present to you the best places to sleep in Mont-Saint-Michel and around: small villages, towns, hotels, bed and breakfasts and even campsites!
Summary:- Sleep inside Mont-Saint-Michel
- Sleep around Mont-Saint-Michel
- My opinion on accommodation in Mont-Saint-Michel
Sleep inside Mont-Saint-Michel
Why sleep inside Mont-Saint-Michel?
Probably one of the most exceptional ways to discover Mont-Saint-Michel: spend a night within the very walls of this extraordinary site.
Sleeping at Mont-Saint-Michel means being present after the departure of the daily tourist influx. You will be able to take advantage of the deserted streets, admire the sunset over the bay and enjoy unparalleled calm. You will probably have the opportunity to admire the rising tide, a real feeling of being cut off from the world, a castle in the middle of the water.
These moments of calm and tranquility are rare in the middle of the day, which is why the solution of spending a night indoors is ideal.
Eat in the evening at Mont-Saint-Michel
This is a good question to ask. Indeed, the tourist influx is concentrated during the day. At this time, many restaurants welcome you. In the evening, some tourists stay for dinner before taking the shuttle, others spend the night there. The catering offer is limited but still present. A few restaurants offer evening service.
Not to mention the fact that depending on the accommodation you choose, it may offer the evening meal.
Where to sleep inside Mont-Saint-Michel?
Now let's talk about the main topic, the one that will probably interest you the most! Which accommodation to choose to sleep inside Mont-Saint-Michel? The choice will be made according to what type of accommodation you want and of course, the budget you have.
The offer is less diverse than outside Mont-Saint-Michel. I will just offer you 3 interesting accommodations, without classification by type and budget.
Auberge Saint Pierre
Here is an ideal little hotel, right in the heart of Mont-Saint-Michel, on the main street. You are ideally located to visit the places during the day or in the evening. The establishment also has an old house a few streets away from the hotel.
The rooms have been renovated with taste and charm. And if you wish, you can have a room with a view of the bay.
The hotel also offers a very decent restaurant. Decoration, Location, Calm
Hotel la Croix Blanche
Also located on the main street, in the heart of Mont-Saint-Michel, this hotel has beautiful rooms and a good restaurant. The rooms are clean and comfortable, and you can enjoy a breathtaking view of Mont-Saint-Michel and its Abbey. However, be careful with access: you will have to take a few stairs. Location, Restaurant, Reception See prices
The White Sheep
Here is a last establishment that we suggest for sleeping in Mont-Saint-Michel. Le Mouton Blanc is located in the main street, more precisely in the upper part towards the Abbey. A beautiful view of the bay or the Abbey depending on your room. A warm welcome and a very good breakfast. The rooms can be a little narrow but all the comforts are present. Location, View, Hospitality See rates
How much does a night at Mont-Saint-Michel cost?
Here is a question that will interest more than one: the price of a room in the heart of Mont-Saint-Michel. As you can imagine, with a location like this, the price is likely to go up accordingly.
First of all, let me tell you that the rates will be substantially the same between the few hotels in the small town (about ten).
The most affordable prices will be around 160€ per night in low season for a double room.
In high season, a double room can cost you up to nearly €400 per night.
Apart from these two extremes, the average for a night at Mont-Saint-Michel will be around 200€ for a double room. Some would say that this price is high for the services offered, but given the exceptional location, it seems correct.
Sleep around Mont-Saint-Michel
Sleeping around Mont-Saint-Michel:- High-end accommodation
- Sleep in a bed and breakfast around Mont-Saint-Michel
- Cheap hotels around Mont-Saint-Michel
- Campsites around Mont-Saint-Michel
- Where to sleep in a motorhome around Mont-Saint-Michel?
Sleeping inside Mont-Saint-Michel is a possibility but you will have many more choices once outside this place. Both in terms of types of accommodation and in terms of prices.
I propose here to discover different accommodations around Mont-Saint-Michel while allowing you to visit this small island easily.
High-end accommodation
Let's start this part with high-end accommodation and charming hotels. This region is conducive to this type of establishment due to its geographical location: both close to Mont-Saint-Michel but also close to the coast, very popular for its landscapes, its views and its beautiful bourgeois residences.
Abbey Hotel
Let's start with this magnificent hotel located about 40 minutes by car from Mont-Saint-Michel. This magnificent completely renovated building offers services such as a magnificent swimming pool or a tennis court, all in a pretty garden.
As for the rooms, they have been renovated with great taste and offer perfect comfort. The staff are welcoming and the restaurant is delicious. A perfect address to disconnect and enjoy the calm surroundings. Decoration, Welcome, Calm See the prices
Castle of La Ballue
This is another charming establishment, in a completely different style. Old renovated castle, the decoration takes you to another era and another atmosphere for one night. From the decoration to the garden, you will feel at home and can enjoy all the spaces at your disposal. A very beautiful swimming pool is located in the garden. The breakfast is delicious. On the other hand, no catering on site for lunch and dinner. Mont-Saint-Michel is half an hour from this hotel. Calm, Decoration, Welcome See the prices
The Ramade
This last charming establishment is also located half an hour from Mont-Saint-Michel. Moreover, if you want to try flying over Mont-Saint-Michel in a microlight, it is from this city that you will take off.
As for this hotel, it is quite charming with its beautiful garden and jacuzzi. The house has been tastefully renovated and the rooms are very comfortable. The breakfast and reception correspond to the standard of this establishment. Decoration, Calm, Welcome See the rates
Prices for this type of accommodation range from around €120 to €250. Of course, the rates will vary depending on the season and the time of your reservation. These rates are only indicative in order to give you an order of magnitude for one night in a double room.
Sleep in a bed and breakfast around Mont-Saint-Michel
An original way to visit a region while meeting people on the spot and thus being able to exchange with them: staying in guest rooms. This alternative to the hotel is ideal if you want to learn a little more about the region. Guest rooms have small capacities and therefore allow a certain proximity with the owners, which is rarer with hotels.
Here is our suggestion of guest rooms where to sleep around Mont-Saint-Michel:
Star of the Strikes
This first guest room is located in an old farmhouse completely renovated and quiet. The rooms are like new and very comfortable. You can taste the delicious breakfast, without forgetting the warm welcome of the hosts. But the strong point of this establishment is probably the proximity to Mont-Saint-Michel: view of the bay from the house and possibility of walking to the shuttle! Location, Hospitality, Calm See the rates
Welcome
At Bon Accueil you will meet Jane, who will receive you perfectly well. Dinner and breakfast are delicious, and lunchtime sandwiches are offered. Quiet, clean and comfortable rooms. For hikers, this bed and breakfast is at the foot of the GR34. Do not hesitate to ask for some advice for visiting the region! Calm, Comfort, Welcome See the rates
Bouceel Castle
To conclude this part, here is an absolutely delicious place. This tastefully renovated former castle has many stories to tell. The owner of the premises will be able to reveal to you the life of this castle and its former occupants. As for the rooms, they are decorated with great elegance and are very comfortable. Dinner and breakfast at the height and swimming pool in the garden. Everything is thought out for a perfect stay! Decoration, Calm, Welcome See the rates
For these accommodations, you will need to count a little less than 100€ for one night in a double room, except for the Château, the price of which is a little higher: from 250€ per night. But the experience is worth the detour!
Cheap hotels around Mont-Saint-Michel
You may want a classic hotel rather than a bed and breakfast or boutique hotel. Here is our selection of mid-range hotels with rates between €60 and €100 per night (for a double room):
Hotel les 13 Plates
Here is a very charming first hotel, offering its rooms in a kind of bungalow. The decorations in each room are very charming, the beds are comfortable and everything is clean. You can eat on site, the dishes offered are delicious. Not to mention a warm welcome and an indoor swimming pool to cool off and relax! All less than 30 minutes from Mont-Saint-Michel. Atmosphere, Hospitality, Decoration See prices
Hotel – Restaurant Eugenie
Direction Pontorson, about 15 minutes drive from Mont-Saint-Michel. This hotel-restaurant is ideal for your stay in the region. You will be perfectly welcomed, the rooms have been recently renovated: they are spacious and clean. And the restaurant on site is delicious with reasonable prices. All in all, the value for money of this hotel-restaurant is ideal. Restaurant, Comfort, Reception See prices
The Pommeray
A small hotel 20 minutes from Mont-Saint-Michel to conclude this part dedicated to hotels. The welcome is warm, the rooms clean and comfortable and the little extra, a beautiful garden with fish to enjoy the calm of the place. The breakfast will delight your taste buds! Location, Calm, Welcome See the rates
Campsites around Mont-Saint-Michel
Different reasons can lead you to opt for a campsite rather than a hotel: limited budget, traveling with children, wanting to live a new experience, … Some campsites have many advantages: proximity to tourist places, play areas for children , swimming pools, attractive prices, surrounded by nature, …
We will see in this part where to sleep while camping around Mont-Saint-Michel. Here is our suggestion:
Domain of Alms
This campsite is located about 30 minutes from Mont-Saint-Michel. It offers different types of accommodation such as tepees, ecological cabins or classic bungalows. At the heart of the estate, there is a pretty renovated castle. Various facilities are at your disposal: swimming pool, pétanque court, games for children, etc.
Of course, a snack bar and a bar await you.
And if you wish, a few minutes walk is enough to reach the beach. Price, Location, Equipment See the rates
Campsite Cote O
Located about a 45-minute drive from Mont-Saint-Michel, this campsite offers many facilities and beautiful accommodation: from standard bungalows to luxury bungalows, the choice is yours! As for the facilities, you will be able to take advantage of the various facilities at your leisure: spa and wellness area, swimming pool and aquatic area, different clubs for young people according to age, and many others! Also not far from the beaches, this campsite is ideal for an extended stay with children. Price, Comfort, Location See rates
Campsite Haliotis
Located less than 20 minutes from Mont-Saint-Michel, this campsite has different accommodations such as Mobile Homes or Coco-Sweet, these new improved all-round tents. With a capacity ranging from 2 to 8 people, you will have the choice depending on whether you are going as a couple, with family or friends. The campsite also offers a small swimming pool, but not heated. Location, Activities, Prices See prices
Where to sleep in a motorhome around Mont-Saint-Michel?
You may be traveling by motorhome and want to take advantage of this mode of travel to get as close as possible to Mont-Saint-Michel. And this is entirely possible! A few motorhome areas near Mont-Saint-Michel are available.
Of course, you can also take advantage of the camping tips mentioned in the previous section.
Regarding the motorhome areas around Mont-Saint-Michel, you have one in Beauvoir, which is the last town before arriving at the Mont-Saint-Michel car parks, so about 10 minutes from the site by vehicle. Access is available 24 hours a day via a credit card payment terminal and no reservation is necessary. It's €24 for 13,50 hours in low season and €24 for 16,50 hours in high season.
A second is also located not far from Beauvoir, in Ardevon-Pontorson: la Bidonnière. Also accessible 24 hours a day, the price is around €24 for 13 hours.
These motorhome areas provide you with everything you need: emptying of gray water and toilets, plenty of drinking water, electricity, etc.
At Mont-Saint-Michel, you can find parking reserved for motorhomes, but you will not be allowed to spend the night inside.
My opinion on accommodation in Mont-Saint-Michel
Mont-Saint-Michel is a place rich in visits and activities. I find it very interesting to be able to sleep inside or near Mont-Saint-Michel in order to be able to take advantage of all that is on offer. I am thinking in particular of activities such as hiking in the bay or flying over a microlight. In addition, the surroundings of Mont-Saint-Michel are interesting to visit. Towns like Saint-Malo, Avranches or Dinan are worth a visit.
And if you have the opportunity to enjoy Mont-Saint-Michel in the evening, without tourists, it's really ideal for soaking up this special place!
