Important Information
All hotel rooms are booked in the guests’ name as part of the Senate Grand Prix group. To check in, you simply need to show your passport at reception. You do not require a voucher or receipt. The hotel will require credit card details to cover any additional expenses or incidental costs incurred during your stay. City tax is not included in your booking and will be payable at check-out.
Breakfast is included with all our hotel rooms. Check-in is from 15:00 and check-out is by 12:00 (Midday). During this very busy period, some of the hotels may not have all rooms ready for the 15:00 check-in time. We sincerely apologise if you are affected by this; you will be able to leave your bags at the hotel until the room becomes available.
Please note: Guest names will be submitted to hotels closer to the race weekend. If you need to make special arrangements or requests with your hotel concierge, please email us: [email protected]
The following information may be relevant to you, if you are staying at one of the hotels listed below:
Fairmont Hotel
The hotel has a great location inside the F1 track. Whilst the track is in use the hotel operates a temporary check-in desk located at AFIM Agency on Avenue de Grande-Bretagne. From here the hotel can check you in, take your luggage to the hotel and assist with parking vehicles. A metal footbridge connects the hotel to the rest of Monaco. The hotel will provide guests with hotel access passes which should be taken when leaving the hotel during the race schedule.
If you have limited mobility and/or are concerned about accessing the hotel during the race schedule, please contact the hotel directly: +377 93 50 65 00.
Port Palace Hotel
To access the hotel whilst the track is in use, please make your way to the exit of La Costa parking, located on Avenue de La Costa. The hotel's valet service will greet you and accompany you to reception. The hotel will provide guests with hotel access passes which are required to access the hotel during the race schedule.
Holiday Inn, St Laurent du Var
The Holiday Inn offer a complimentary airport shuttle service that you may wish to make use of if landing at Nice Airport. On arrival into Nice Airport and once you have collected your baggage, you will need to call the Holiday Inn to book the shuttle bus on +33 4 93 14 80 00.
Nice Airport Terminal 1: please wait for the shuttle bus at airport shuttle stop (bus station)
Nice Airport Terminal 2: please wait for the shuttle bus outside the arrival gate A1.
E-tickets (for all venues and grandstands) will be sent to the email address used during your booking process. These will be sent out during the first week of May, in pdf. format. You will receive 1 e-ticket per person, per day. (I.e. If your booking contains 2 Saturday tickets and 2 Sunday tickets, you will receive a total of 4 e-tickets).
Once in Monaco, your e-tickets will be swapped for physical tickets. Depending on where you are watching the race from, you will etiher have to go via a Collection Point to retrieve your tickets, or you will simply need to go directly to your venue, where these will be handed to you at the door.
More detailed information on this will be available here soon.
*Please note - if you are a repeat guest of ours, we no longer hold our Ticket Collection sessions in the week leading up to the race. Instead, you will receive your tickets on the first day of racing you are due to attend.
Pre-Booked Car Airport Transfers
If you have booked airport transfers with us between Nice Airport and Monaco, please ensure you have emailed your flight information & cell phone number to: [email protected]
We will have a dedicated transport team in Monaco from: Monday 19th-Tuesday 27th May to assist with all queries relating to pre-booked transfers only. They will monitor flight arrival times and check for delays. With the exception of delayed flights, drivers are unable to wait for late guests. If you think you will be delayed or want to change your timings, please contact us so that alternative arrangements can be made (if available).
Aéroport de Nice Cote d’Azur
Senate Grand Prix will have a welcome desk in the baggage collection hall in both terminal buildings of Nice Airport. These will be open on Thursday 22nd & Friday 23rd May, between 08:00-18:00. Please check in here for your onward transfers.
Outside of these times, our drivers will meet you in the arrivals hall with a sign displaying your name. Please ensure your phone is switched on upon landing, in case our transport coordinators need to contact you.
The Holiday Inn St Laurent du Var offers a complimentary airport shuttle service that you may wish to make use of if landing at Nice Airport. Upon arrival into Nice Airport and once you have collected your baggage, you will need to call the Holiday Inn to book the shuttle bus on 0033 4 93 14 80 00.
Nice Airport Terminal 1: please wait for the shuttle bus at airport shuttle stop (bus station)
Nice Airport Terminal 2: please wait for the shuttle bus outside the arrival gate A1.
They journey takes between 5 to 10 minutes, depending on traffic and availability. Please be aware, the shuttle bus is an 8-seater so there may be a slight delay during busier times. For your return journey back to Nice Airport, please book this in with the hotel concierge.
Return Airport Transfers
If you have booked a return transfer to the airport with us, you will be collected from the front of your hotel 3 hours before your scheduled take-off time. Your exact collection time will be communicated to you during race week. If you would like to request a specific collection time, please contact us: [email protected]
Pre-Booked Helicopter Transfers
If you have booked helicopter transfers with us, you will be emailed your BLADE flight confirmation. Please show this to the check-in desk upon arrival, and pay attention to the following information:
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BLADE's complimentary ground shuttle service will collect you from the front of your race viewing venue or hotel 30-minutes before your scheduled helicopter departure time. |
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Please note: on Sunday afternoon after the race, BLADE will not be operating their shuttle service. Please ensure you factor in additional time to make your own way to the Heliport. |
Pre-Booked Coach Transfers
Nice pick-up/drop-off location: Anantara Hotel
Monaco pick-up/drop-off location: Place d’Armes, Blvd Charles III
We will be in touch with confirmed coach pick-up timings closer to the event.
Please arrive at the bus stop 15 minutes before your scheduled departure time. This will allow for all passengers to board and for the coach to depart on time. We are unable to wait for late passengers.
From the drop-off point in Monaco, please factor in the additional time to reach your race viewing venue.
Train Transfers
The quickest way to get from Nice to Monaco is by train; the journey takes just over 30 minutes. The trains run regularly over the GP weekend but will likely be very busy, so please take this into consideration when planning your journey. On Saturday & Sunday after the race, Monaco train station will be very busy so please be aware you may have to queue. The trains run until approximately 23:00 every night.
Click Here to pre-book your train tickets between Nice and Monaco. Although a time must be selected upon booking, tickets are flexible and can be used on any journey of the selected day.
If you are staying in a hotel in Nice, you can use the list below to find your closest train station. You may wish to make use of the tram system to get to your train station:
· Holiday Inn Saint Laurent du Var
o St Laurent du Var
· Radisson Blu, Holiday Inn Express, Crowne Plaza
o Nice St Augustin
· AC Marriott, Anantara, Apollinaire, Hyatt Regency
o Nice Ville
Driving to Monaco & Parking
Driving to Monaco for the Grand Prix is not recommended. Due to it being a street circuit, traffic congestion is extremely high. If you do plan on driving, then parking can be reserved via Monaco Parkings: [email protected]
Yacht Cocktail Party
Our yachts are located in Monaco's Port Hercules. We look forward to welcoming guests onboard from 20:30 - guests will be able to board our yachts from the quayside.
Dress Code: cocktail attire - no need for a jacket & tie. You are welcome to keep your shoes on, but no stilettos please!
The name and exact location of the yacht will be communicated to you via email in the week leading up to the Monaco GP.
Caffe Milano – Party in the Port
Your pre-paid reservation includes, dinner, drinks and entertainment - please arrive at your booked seating time. If the track is still closed when you arrive, you will need to access the restaurant via the tunnel located at the end of Rue Grimaldi.
Dress Code: cocktail attire - no need for a jacket & tie.
What is the weather like in Monaco during the month of May?
The weather in Monaco in May is usually mild with minimal rainfall. Temperatures usually average between 19-24 ⁰ C.
Is there a dress code?
The Monaco Grand Prix is generally quite a smart event. We want all our guests to feel comfortable with what they wear, so the below suggestions may be considered for certain locations:
Hotel de Paris & Hotel Hermitage:
Smart attire. Sportswear, torn jeans and beachwear not accepted. Smart trainers accepted.
Caffe Milano, Ermanno Palace, Fairmont Suites, Heracles, Shangri-La, Rascasse, Yachts:
Smart/Casual – Tailored shorts/jeans or chinos, smart trainers accepted. Team polos accepted. Beachwear not accepted.
Grid Café and all grandstands:
Casual – shorts & trainers accepted.
Please consider forecasted weather conditions and be prepared with appropriate clothing and sun protection. This particularly applies to the grandstands, Fairmont roof-top and yachts, where shelter is limited.
What about footwear?
Monaco is known for its hills, and with the track closing normal routes around Monaco, a good amount of walking may be required. At race viewing locations you may have to stand for a period of time, so please take this into consideration when choosing your footwear.
Yacht footwear: You are allowed to wear shoes on board our yacht as we will have laid a protective carpet. Ladies are advised that if their heels are particularly narrow then they may have to remove them so as not to damage the decks.
Will I need earplugs?
Foam ear plugs will be supplied at all of our venues should you wish to make use of them. If you are attending the race with young children, we recommend you bring ear defenders for them.
Safety & Security
Safety will be a priority for the Monaco authorities during the Grand Prix period, therefore security checks will be in operation. We advise you to always carry identification with you and allow additional time for any delays this causes. Please keep your pass and lanyard visible around your neck so that you are easily identifiable when watching the race.
You can Click Here to find all of Monaco's Emergency Services numbers. This website also includes everything you need to know about visiting Monaco as a tourist.
For further information on the race weekend, including details on the F1 Fan Zone, please visit the official race organisers event page: Automobile Club de Monaco.
The Senate Grand Prix team will be in Monaco from Monday 19th May. Our office will be located in the Trianon Room of the Hotel Hermitage, located 2 minutes from Casino Square in central Monaco. If you'd like to pop in and say hi, please use the hotel’s rear entrance:
Avenue de l’Hermitage
98000 Monaco
Please send any booking queries, including your invoice number and booking name to: [email protected]
Senate Office:
+44 1342 830 490
Monaco Hotline:
Number posted here soon.
Pre-booked transport queries:
Number posted here soon.
Senate Coach Team:
Number posted here soon.
Senate Tender Team:
Number posted here soon.
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