Ecusson Travel Guide

Montpellier

A historic building with ornate architecture, a central fountain, and a bustling square with people and outdoor seating.
An ornate stone archway with inscriptions, flanked by classical buildings, under a clear blue sky.
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A public square with a central fountain, surrounded by classical architecture and a large building with arched windows.
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A historic fountain with a statue, surrounded by a plaza with buildings and cafes.
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A stone bridge with multiple arches over a river, surrounded by greenery and urban buildings in the background.
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A bustling square with ornate buildings, including a prominent 'Gaumont' cinema and a 'Popeyes' restaurant.

Comedy Square

9.0/10 (1,040 reviews)
One of the largest pedestrianized squares in Europe is a great place to come for coffee, to see some opera and shop for food and fashion.
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Things to do

Electric bike rental in Montpellier

Electric bike rental in Montpellier (VAE type Ville)

£29
per adult
Electric bike rental in Montpellier (VAE type Ville)
Montpellier : TimeXperience Escape Room

Montpellier : TimeXperience Escape Room

£26
per adult
Montpellier : TimeXperience Escape Room
Friendly and interactive visits

Legendary Montpellier, flexible legends and storytelling tour

£17
per adult
Legendary Montpellier, flexible legends and storytelling tour
Behind the scenes of the Château

Behind the scenes of the Château

£10
per adult
Behind the scenes of the Château
Montpellier Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour

Montpellier Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour

£3
per adult
Montpellier Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour
Gellone Abbey

Discovery of the Grands Sites de l'Hérault from Montpellier

£71
per adult
Discovery of the Grands Sites de l'Hérault from Montpellier
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Top hotels in Ecusson

Best Western Plus Hotel Comedie Saint-Roch

Best Western Plus Hotel Comedie Saint-Roch

3 out of 5
6 et 8, rue Jules Ferry Montpellier Herault
The price is £78 per night from 6 Dec to 7 Dec
£78
6 Dec - 7 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Montpellier. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Best Western Plus Hotel Comedie Saint-Roch
Hôtel Oceania Le Métropole Montpellier

Hôtel Oceania Le Métropole Montpellier

4 out of 5
3 rue Clos René Montpellier Herault
The price is £86 per night from 28 Nov to 29 Nov
£86
28 Nov - 29 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Montpellier. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (880 reviews)
"Second stay here, really nice hotel and great location!"

Reviewed on 13 Nov 2026

Hôtel Oceania Le Métropole Montpellier
Hôtel Belaroïa

Hôtel Belaroïa

4 out of 5
11 rue Pagezy Montpellier
The price is £98 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
£98
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Montpellier. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (818 reviews)
"Excelente ubicación, hermosa Habitación grande, Desayuno lo recomiendo .muy 👍 bueno"

Reviewed on 6 Nov 2026

Hôtel Belaroïa
Best Western Hotel Le Guilhem

Best Western Hotel Le Guilhem

3 out of 5
18 Rue Jean Jacques Rousseau Montpellier Herault
The price is £71 per night from 13 Dec to 14 Dec
£71
13 Dec - 14 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Montpellier. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very good! (418 reviews)
"Aside from the waterproof mattress pad on the bed, everything else was wonderful. Small room to be expected in most of Europe. Staff were friendly and the breakfast was generous. Lovely outdoor spaces."

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2026

Best Western Hotel Le Guilhem
Eklo Hotels Montpellier City center Saint-Roch train station

Eklo Hotels Montpellier City center Saint-Roch train station

4 Rue Jules Ferry Montpellier
The price is £51 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
£51
29 Nov - 30 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Montpellier. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (290 reviews)
"Superbe hôtel et les personnels très très aimable"

Reviewed on 21 Oct 2026

Eklo Hotels Montpellier City center Saint-Roch train station
Grand Hôtel du Midi Montpellier - Opéra Comédie

Grand Hôtel du Midi Montpellier - Opéra Comédie

4 out of 5
22 Boulevard Victor Hugo Montpellier Herault
The price is £111 per night from 14 Dec to 15 Dec
£111
14 Dec - 15 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Montpellier. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Grand Hôtel du Midi Montpellier - Opéra Comédie
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Where to stay in Ecusson

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A historic fountain with a statue in the center, surrounded by a square with buildings and cafes.

Montpellier City-Centre

Noted for its historical sites and river views, there's plenty to explore in Montpellier City-Centre. Top attractions like Comedy Square and Fabre Museum 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.

A large fountain with a statue in the center, surrounded by people and buildings in the background.

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.

A large rock formation covered in moss and surrounded by trees.
Photo by S. Rouchaléou
Open Photo by S. Rouchaléou

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.

A historic opera house with ornate architecture and banners advertising events.

Montpellier-Centre

Noted for its historical sites and river views, there's plenty to explore in Montpellier-Centre. Top attractions like Montpellier Cathedral and Jardin des plantes de Montpellier are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Louis Blanc Tram Station or Place Albert 1er Tram Station to see more of the city.

A calm river reflecting a building with blue-framed windows, surrounded by lush greenery and a cloudy sky.
Photo by Alexander Baranov from Montpellier, France
Open Photo by Alexander Baranov from Montpellier, France

Les Cévennes

When in Les Cévennes, you can plan a visit to Montpellier Aqueduct and La Promenade du Peyrou, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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