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Hostels are a great way to stay for a lower cost, so you can save your budget for going out. You can check out this destination’s cultural highlights, such as its historic sites, and the lake views create an appealing natural setting.

No two hostels look exactly alike, but these dorm-style accommodations all offer shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms), budget-friendly prices and a social environment.

The weather is important when you’re discovering new places, so here’s a little information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 18°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 3°C. The snowiest months in Annecy are October, September, May and December, with each month seeing an average of 14 cm of snowfall.

In general, Annecy is known for its monuments, festivals and countryside. Major attractions include Lake Annecy. Get out into nature with places such as Jardins de I’Europe, Massif des Bauges Regional Nature Park and Plage des Marquisats. Cultural attractions include Théâtre Bonlieu, Musee-Chateau de l’Agglomeration d’Annecy and Musee-Chateau.

Keep this information about transit options in and around Annecy in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Chambery (CMF-Chambery - Savoie), located 21.6 mi (34.7 km) away from the city centre. An alternative is Geneva International Airport (GVA), which is 22.9 mi (36.9 km) away. Once you’re on the ground, you may want to make use of public transport. Train stations including Annecy Station and Pringy Station make it easy to explore more of the surrounding area.