Boutonnet Travel Guide

Montpellier

Boutonnet
Boutonnet
Boutonnet
Boutonnet
Boutonnet

Filled with university students and families, this northern Montpellier neighborhood erupts with excitement for its lively annual jazz band festival. 

Boutonnet was once an area for industrial agriculture, with cotton factories serving the needs of Montpellier and beyond. Visit today to wander around a pleasant residential area with a college-town atmosphere. The zone has half a dozen universities of varying specialties.

The neighborhood of Boutonnet began to take on a bohemian atmosphere in the late 19th century when the Gypsies of Roussillon started to settle in Boutonnet and other spots around the city, folding their merchant trade and love of fairs and festivals into the local culture.

Rue du Faubourg Boutonnet remains a popular spot for strolling, shopping, dining and evening dancing and cocktails. Enjoy French cuisine ranging from French coffee and delightful pastries to gourmet multi-course farm-to-table meals.

Participate in continuing merriment if you’re here for the Fanfares Festival. Starting in 1995, this annual event has brought jazz band and other musicians together for a June celebration. Listen to costumed musicians, browse through treasures at the large garage sale, dance in the streets and join locals in raucous celebration.

Throughout the year, Boutonnet offers sunny days for walks through its leafy parks and dining al fresco at its many restaurants. At Parc Sainte Odile, once the site of the city’s ancient castle, sit under the shade of Aleppo pines, Provençal cypresses and Montpellier maples. Bring kids to the playground slides or public pool.

Surrounding Parc Sainte Odile, wander past university residences and stop at coffee shops, trendy restaurants or cafés, mingling with students and faculty.

Boutonnet is a very pleasant spot for pedestrians, with shaded streets and frequent tempting spots offering shopping or snacking. Rent bikes or ride the tram or buses to connect with other parts of Montpellier. Be sure to cross into the neighboring Beaux Arts zone for museums and theaters.


Popular places to visit


Top hotels in Boutonnet

Hotel Belaroia

Hotel Belaroia

4 out of 5
11 rue Pagezy, Montpellier
The price is ₹8,742 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
₹8,742
₹10,354 total
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Montpellier. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (668 reviews)
"Did not know they had aSpa, great junior suite and hôtel recently renovated.love it so much we extended our stay"

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025

Hotel Belaroia
JOST Hotel Montpellier Centre St Roch

JOST Hotel Montpellier Centre St Roch

50 Rue Isabelle Eberhardt, Montpellier, Hérault
The price is ₹5,922 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
₹5,922
₹6,942 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Montpellier. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (278 reviews)
"Fun, hipster like atmosphere. Great value. Only downside: a little smelly in the room."

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

JOST Hotel Montpellier Centre St Roch
Lagrange Apart'HOTEL Montpellier Millénaire

Lagrange Apart'HOTEL Montpellier Millénaire

3 out of 5
1684 avenue Albert Einstein, Montpellier, Herault
The price is ₹8,283 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
₹8,283
₹9,583 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star spa aparthotel in Montpellier. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
8/10 Very Good! (755 reviews)
"A little out dated but clean. Restaurant on site was amazing and the shopping centre a short walk away was great. Would stay there again but will slightly lower expectations of the room condition."

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2024

Lagrange Apart'HOTEL Montpellier Millénaire
Zenitude Hotel la Valadière, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Zenitude Hotel la Valadière, an Ascend Collection Hotel

4 out of 5
1292 Allee Des Thermes, Juvignac
The price is ₹7,278 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
₹7,278
₹8,743 total
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Juvignac. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the room service in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (661 reviews)
"Tres bel hotel, environnement apaisant et cadre exceptionnel. Le personnel et professionnels et agréables. Je recommande"

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025

Zenitude Hotel la Valadière, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Bikube Montpellier

Bikube Montpellier

4 out of 5
46 Bd de Strasbourg, Montpellier, Hérault
The price is ₹6,899 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
₹6,899
₹8,327 total
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Montpellier. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions Comedy Square and Polygone ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (57 reviews)
"Really helpful English Speaking staff which was a real bonus for us."

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025

Bikube Montpellier
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 ₹7,310 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
₹7,310
₹8,512 total
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Montpellier. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (990 reviews)
"We enjoyed the property."

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

Best Western Plus Hotel Comedie Saint-Roch
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Other neighbourhoods around Boutonnet

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Montpellier-Centre

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

Montpellier-Centre
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Historic Centre

4.5/5(41 area reviews)

You might enjoy the historical sites while in Historic Centre. Canourgue Square is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Louis Blanc Tram Station or Place Albert 1er Tram Station to see more of the city.

Historic Centre

Les Beaux-Arts

When in Les Beaux-Arts and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Corum Convention Center or Jardin des plantes de Montpellier and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Jeu de Mail des Abbes Tram Station or Beaux-Arts Tram Station.

Les Beaux-Arts
Montpellier which includes a square or plaza, cycling and street scenes

Ecusson

While you're in Ecusson, take in top sights like Canourgue Square or Montpellier Cathedral, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Comedie Tram Station or Louis Blanc Tram Station.

Ecusson
Montpellier showing street scenes

Montpellier City-Centre

4/5(11 area reviews)

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.

Montpellier City-Centre
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Hopitaux-Facultes

The parks and shopping are just a few things visitors like about Hopitaux-Facultes. Montpellier Zoo and Domaine d'O are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Occitanie Tram Station or Hopital Lapeyronie Tram Station to get around the larger area.

Hopitaux-Facultes


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