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Stopover hotel between Lyon and La Clusaz – Where to stay before your mountain holiday?

Where to stay before your mountain holiday?
Stopover hotel between Lyon and La Clusaz

Are you going on holiday to La Clusaz, Grand-Bornand, or the Aravis mountains and looking for a comfortable hotel to break up your journey? Take a peaceful break surrounded by nature, less than an hour from Lyon: welcome to Hôtel L’Embarcadère in Nantua. 

Between lake and mountains, our 3-star hotel is an ideal stopover before heading to your resort. Far from the crowds and traffic jams of peak travel periods, treat yourself to a restful night in a peaceful setting, with all the comforts of a real hotel.

⛰️ Why make a stop before La Clusaz or Le Grand-Bornand?

Whether you're coming from Northern France, Lyon, the Paris region, or elsewhere, reaching the Aravis and Haute-Savoie resorts in one go can quickly become tiring. In winter, weather conditions or traffic can lengthen the journey. In summer, the heat and traffic jams slow you down.

Taking a break along your route allows you to start your vacation relaxed and refreshed… and avoid the Saturday morning traffic jams.

What if this stopover became part of your trip? With its picture-postcard scenery, its lake surrounded by mountains, and its excellent restaurants, Nantua has all the makings of a truly charming destination.

Halfway between Lyon and your station L’Embarcadère: a 3-star hotel on the lakefront, 5 minutes from the A40 motorway

Easily accessible from the A40 motorway, the Hôtel L’Embarcadère welcomes you 7 days a week for a comfortable overnight stay between Lyon and the Alps. Double or family rooms with quality bedding. Lake or mountain views depending on the room category. Free secure parking. Breakfast from 6:30 am to get you back on the road early. Restaurant open in the evenings with seasonal homemade cuisine. Warm welcome and flexible check-in. Travel time to La Clusaz: approximately 1 hour 15 minutes. From Lyon: less than 1 hour. Other accessible resorts: Le Grand-Bornand, Manigod, Megève, La Cross-Fry…

How about enjoying Nantua a little? An ideal stopover between Lyon and the mountains

Before hitting the road again, why not take a walk around the lake? Enjoy a refreshing 6.5 km stroll, admire the surrounding cliffs, or savor a quenelle with Nantua sauce, a local specialty.

It's the perfect opportunity to slow down before the holiday frenzy. Whether in winter or summer, its charm is undeniable.

Nantua is the only spot on the Lyon-Geneva route to offer:

  • a natural lake
  • a 3-star hotel with restaurant
  • quick access to the motorway
  • a protected environment
  • prices much more affordable than in the resorts

Book your overnight stay on the Route des Alpes

Our hotel is very popular with travelers heading to the Alps.

Remember to book in advance, especially during school holidays.