Hotel St Martin, St. Martin De Belleville, France

· ski-in, ski-out · 1 minute's downhill walk to the resort centre · less than a minute's walk to the St Martin 1 lift · less than a minute's walk to the ESF ski school meeting point and nursery slopes · 1 minute's walk to the bus station

The best things come in small packages, and that’s definitely true of the Hotel St Martin in the quiet St Martin de Belleville. This small, high-quality boutique hotel, managed by Mr and Mrs Olive, is in an ideal location. You can access the amazing skiing in the humungous Three Valleys via the St Martin 1 lift – just metres from the hotel – and enjoy the tranquillity of one of the ski area’s more petite villages.

The St Martin also has a great location on the piste, meaning you can pop your skis on each morning and click them off at the doors at the end of the day. If you feel a bit peckish around midday, then head back for a spot of lunch at the onsite à la carte restaurant, Le Grenier. It has great local specialities and even better views of the surrounding mountains.

The interiors are pretty pleasing, too. Each bedroom is decorated in a typical Savoyard style, with wood dominating the décor. There are also some lovely personal touches, like velvety throws at the end of each bed.

The sophisticated design continues downstairs in the dining room – the venue for your daily half-board meals. Known for its gourmet menu and sophisticated setting, you’re bound to feel like you’re eating at an award-winning fine-dining restaurant. The cosy, alpine-style bar isn’t a bad place to spend an evening, either. It serves up waffles, pastries and hot chocolate for an extra charge – perfect for satisfying that sweet tooth.

If you’re one who enjoys a bit of pampering, then make sure you take advantage of the sauna and steam room. You could even enrol the little ones in the hotel-run kids’ club so you can really enjoy some downtime.

· bar and lounge · sun terrace and outdoor après bar · free WiFi throughout · free internet terminal · sauna and steam room · fitness room · extra charge for massages and other treatments · kids' club for children aged 4-11 years available during high season · ski room with lockers and heated boot rack · laundry facilities · lift to all floors

All rooms have a flatscreen TV with UK channels, free WiFi, telephone, hairdryer, minibar and safe, and are non-smoking. Cots are available free of charge.

Twin room - sleeps 2: twin beds or double bed, private bath, WC and balcony.

Twin room - sleeps 2-3: twin beds or double bed, single sofa bed, private bath, WC and balcony.

· continental buffet breakfast with boiled eggs (other eggs on request for an extra charge) · 3-course meal with a choice of menu · early meals for children enrolled in the kids' club