A glittering gaggle of luxury hotels have been cropping up in the French Alps recently –meticulously architected in peak positions to join classic institutions that’ve been dazzling guests for donkey’s years.
Fabulous features include everything from climbing walls to your own en-suite Jacuzzi or steam room – not to mention enormous spas with more features than you can shake a chakra at.
Les Arcs' first 5-star hotel radiates luxury with two restaurants. Enjoy the ski-in/ski-out location opposite the ski lifts and ski school meeting point. The large spa features an indoor pool, steam bath and jacuzzi.
In Chamonix centre, this luxurious retreat epitomises mountain living. Enjoy lush gardens, fine dining in two Michelin-starred restaurants, a spa with a heated outdoor pool facing Mont Blanc and a free shuttle to the slopes.
This discreet luxury chalet-style hotel in Courchevel's centre has a Michelin-starred restaurant, ski in/out access, mountain views, and the largest spa in Courchevel. In-house amenities include a ski shop and a bakery.
A contemporary, stylish hotel in La Clusaz's centre, just 50m from ski lifts. Kids enjoy a dedicated games room and children's playground. Facilities include an indoor heated pool, hot tub, sauna, spa and two restaurants.
Experience ultimate 5-star luxury with direct slope access and a two Michelin star restaurant. Enjoy a 900m² spa, indoor-outdoor pool, saunas, steam rooms and a fitness room. A kids' club and teen zone provide entertainment.
Indulge in luxury at the heart of Megeve with cosy rooms and three village chalets. Delight in gourmet cuisine at the restaurant and artisanal chocolaterie. Take in panoramic views at the rooftop bar and unwind at the spa.
Experience luxury at Tignes Val Claret's first 5-star hotel in the heart of the resort. Enjoy ski slope proximity and stylish Alpine design with warm woods. Delight in Michelin-starred dining in a forest-themed setting.
In the heart of Val d’Isère, the hotel blends contemporary style with mountain spirit. The impressive spa has an indoor pool, jacuzzi, steam room and sauna. Enjoy the stylish cocktail bar and lounge area.
Europe’s highest 5-star hotel offers gourmet dining with three top-class restaurants, ski in/out convenience and a free shuttle service. Enjoy the wellness area with two pools, hot tub, sauna, hammam, salt wall and ice fountain.
Experience contemporary luxury in the resort centre at this indulgent hotel. Enjoy Michelin-star dining, ski-in/ski-out access, bar/lounge, indoor pool, gym, sauna, steam room and L'Occitane spa.
For foodies, some hotels have hired chefs who’ve earned Michelin recognition in previous ventures (like Eric Samson, head chef at Val Thorens’ Koh I Nor), and others who’ve gained stars up in the Alps (like Mathew Hegarty at Hotel Chalet Mounier in Les 2 Alpes): breakfast like a king, come back for lavish lunches and do it all again at dinner time.
The finest properties hog peak positions in resort, either slap bang in the centre of town – rubbing shoulders with piano bars and boutiques - or right on the slopeside. And if you want ski in, ski out, nowhere does this better than France. Step out of your hotel’s high-tech boot room and you’re often face to face with a ski lift or on the edge of a piste. On occasions where there isn’t doorstep skiing, often you’ve a driver at your beck and call for access around the resort.
Hotel | Resort | Favourite features |
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Hotel Pashmina Le Refuge | Val Thorens | Michelin-star dining, ski in/out, bar & lounge |
Hotel Le Kaila | Meribel | Direct piste access via privat lift, Spa Nuxe, Meribel’s only 5* |
Hotel Koh-I Nor | Val Thorens | Europe’s Highest 5* hotel, gourmet dining, ski in/out |
Hotel Le K2 Palace | Courchevel | Michelin-starred dining, Goji Spa, superb family facilities |
Four Seasons Hotel Megeve | Megeve | Michelin-starred dining, 900m2 spa, direct slope access |
Hotel Avenue Lodge | Val d’Isere | Central location, spa, lounge |
Hotel Le Chabichou | Courchevel | Michelin-starred restaurant, ski in/out, spa centre |
Hotel Les Barmes de L’Ours | Val d’Isere | Michelin-starred dining, spa, excellent kids facilities |
Taj-I Mah | Les Arcs | Only 5* in Les Arcs, gourmet cuisine, large spa |
Hotel Carlina | Courchevel | Ski in/out, spa, games room |
We update this list often but facilities can change, so if any specific feature is essential to your trip, make sure you ask us to confirm the details before you book your holiday.