Hotel Folie Douce, Chamonix, France

· ski-in, ski-out on a beginners' slope · at the foot of the Savoy lift · less than 1 minute's walk to the resort centre · beginner ski lessons pick up from the hotel

Located in the famous Palace of Chamonix, the hotel looks over the heart of town, with everything you need on your doorstep. It’s ski-in, ski-out, and the Savoy lift is only metres away, so you’ll be up in the Brévent-Flégère ski area in no time at all. Or, if you’re a beginner, the hotel shuttle will zip you to your lessons.

After skiing, head back to enjoy four hours of non-stop après from 4-8pm every single day at the After Mountain Party Bar, with singers, dancers and DJs. For something a little more low-key, try one of the delicious cocktails at Bar Janssen.

It’s not all about partying though. The 640m² spa offers you the chance to relax after a day on the mountain. Warm up in the sauna or steam room, or join in a yoga lesson in the Zen room. If you’re more the outdoorsy type, there’s an incredible outdoor pool offering stunning views of the Mont Blanc – which is free for everyone. And the hotel runs its own kids’ club with a range of indoor and outdoor activities like film nights and snowman building.

There’s a buffet spread to set you up each morning, and in the evening, take your pick from four top-notch à la carte restaurants based right in the hotel. La Petite Cuisine is a fave for French-style dishes from cassoulets to crêpes, La Fruitière does fine dining to a T, while Le Mayen is all about mountain classics, like fondue and raclette – and the crispy pizzas in La Piazza are bound to be a crowd-pleaser too.

· Bar Janssen cocktail bar · After Mountain Party Bar · lounge · three sun terraces · live music and entertainment · free WiFi · internet terminal · La Fruitière Brasserie (reservations are highly advised) · La Petite Cuisine French restaurant · Le Mayen restaurant · La Piazza pizzeria ·Le Kiosco street food · outdoor pool · wellness area with two saunas, steam room and fitness room · extra charge for massages and other treatments · games room · extra charge for Folie Douce kids' club (for 4-12 year olds, open 8am – 9pm) · laundry facilities · in-house ski shop · ski room with lockers and heated boot rack · outdoor and underground parking · five lifts to all floors

All rooms are non-smoking and have free WiFi and a safe. Superior rooms also have tea and coffee facilities, a hairdryer, slippers and bathrobes.

Twin - sleeps 1-2: Twin beds or double bed, private shower and WC.

Superior twin room - sleeps 1-2: Twin beds or double bed, private shower and WC.

Superior triple room - sleeps 2-3: Twin beds or double bed, extra single bed when booked for three, private shower and WC.

Bed and Breakfast

· hot and cold buffet breakfast · optional upgrade to half board with breakfast and evening meals