Where to stay in Val d'Isere

When it comes to booking accommodation in Val d'Isere, there is certainly no shortage of choice.

Whether you're looking for luxury hotels, chalets for large groups or apartments that are as close to the lifts as possible, you’ll find it all here.

If you’re holidaying with kids

Trudging around in ski boots is no fun for anyone. If your kids are booked in for ski lessons, you might want to consider booking accommodation near one of the nursery slopes.

If you want ski-in ski-out

There's a good selection of ski-in ski-out accommodation, but most of it’s in the hamlets of Le Joseray, La Legettaz and Le Chatelard.

If you want to party

You’ll want to stay as close to the centre as possible, where it's bars and nightclubs are legendary, as is the après-ski.

If you’re on a budget

La Daille is a good choice for studios and small apartments. Although on the smaller side, most of these places will have pull-out sofas and bunks.

If you want luxury

You'll find luxurious chalets in most parts of Val d'Isère, but villages like Le Crêt have more than their fair share of hot tubs, home cinemas and indulgence. Plus there's a good range of five-start hotels to choose from.

A beautiful village with lots to do, Val d'Isère stands at an altitude of 1,850m, making it one of the highest resorts in Europe. The bustling centre is filled with bars, restaurants and shops and has a wonderfully traditional feel to it.

Who should stay in Val d'Isère centre?

The centre of Val d’Isère is the place to be if you want to stay right at the heart of the action. It offers easy access to ski schools, shopping and, of course, the town’s legendary bars and nightclubs. 

When it comes to accommodation, a lot of what is on offer is ski-in and ski-out. There really is something for everyone here, ranging from luxury five-star hotels to family-friendly chalets and self-catering apartments.

The old village of Le Crêt is by far the most attractive and traditional part of the resort with lots of architecture built using wood and stone.

Who should stay in Le Crêt?

Le Crêt attracts those looking for quality accommodation in a convenient location with fantastic views over the ski area. 

Whilst it may be more rustic-looking and less contemporary than other parts of the valley, Le Crêt is by no means less exclusive and the accommodation generally consists of high-end apartments and luxury chalets. It's also just a few minutes walk from Val d’Isère's legendary nightlife.

The first village you come to when you make your way up the valley from Bourg St Maurice to Val d'Isère is La Daille.

Who should stay in La Daille?

La Daille is a great choice if you’re looking for a good value yet convenient ski holiday. 

Situated at the base of the Bellevarde ski area, La Daille has a few bars and restaurants and a huge amount of piste-side accommodation, the majority of which is in high rise apartment residences. It's also quite close to Val d'Isère, just five minutes on the free bus from the centre of town.

Situated five minutes south of Val d’Isère, just outside town, are the hamlets of Le Joseray, La Legettaz and Le Chatelard. Offering great views and a slower pace of life than the centre, these are very popular places to stay.

Who should stay in Le Joseray, Le Legettaz and Le Chatelard?

The main advantage of staying in these areas is their proximity to the Santons piste, which makes most of its accommodation ski-to-the-door. 

Self-catering apartments are plentiful here but you can also find some luxury chalets in the area. A handful of shops, bars and restaurants complete the offering.

Situated beyond Val d’Isère is the hamlet of Le Laisinant offering yet more ski-to-the door accommodation. Well connected to the centre thanks to the ski buses, Le Laisinant also has very convenient access to the ski area.

Who should stay in Le Laisinant?

While there are very few amenities here, it's a developing area boasting a lot of new builds. 

This means that Le Laisinant is an ideal place to stay if you are looking for relaxed and modern ski accommodation with convenient access to the pistes.

Beyond Le Laisinant and 5km from the centre of Val d’Isère is the beautiful and peaceful hamlet of Le Fornet.

Who should stay in Le Fornet?

Accommodation in Le Fornet is generally of a high standard and there is a collection of Savoyard style chalets and apartments that are ideally positioned to make the most of some of the best off-piste skiing in the area.

 Connected to the centre of town by the free bus service, Le Fornet is not far from the nightlife and is a gem of a place to return to at the end of a hard day on the pistes.

If you're searching for luxury accommodation in Val d'Isere, you're in luck! One of the swankiest ski areas in the Alps, the resort offers plenty of high-end options, many of which feature private swimming pools, spas, hot tubs and even cinema rooms.

Luxury chalets and apartments

For the ultimate luxury ski holiday, look for a chalet or an apartment in the glamorous village of Le Crêt. 

The exclusive hamlet of Les Carats, at the base of the slopes of La Face in Val d'Isère centre, is another great option, especially if it's a chalet you're after.

Five-star hotels

Val d'Isère has not one but eight five-star hotels. 

They're all located in the town centre, near the slopes and the local restaurants, bars and shops. Not that you'd want to leave their premises! 

They boast stunning spas, gourmet restaurants and cosy but grand bedrooms with plush beds and panoramic mountain views.

High snow-capped peaks, deep luscious forests, white snow-filled fields and cosy wooden chalets with roaring fires – a ski break can be the most romantic of holidays. In Val d'Isere, you’ll be able to make all your fairy-tale escapade dreams come true.

Val d'Isère centre and the upmarket village of Le Crêt and are ideal for a romantic ski holiday. Picture large, modern ski chalets nestled between the trees where you can relax in the hot tub at the end of a hard day on the pistes and enjoy wonderful panoramic mountain views.

Groups have very specific needs, namely a big enough space and easy access to the slopes and the resort's amenities.

Large apartments and chalets for groups

All around the Val d'Isère valley, you'll find chalets and apartments accommodating up to 10 people and more. However, if you want to impress your guests or you want your group of friends to make the most of what Val d'Isère has to offer, staying in the centre is key.

When travelling with young children, you ideally want to stay somewhere that has lots of facilities and services nearby so that you don't have to travel long distances to get to the slopes or the restaurants.

Quiet, with easy access to the pistes, ski schools and with plenty of things to do off the slopes, the hamlets of Le Crêt, Le Fornet, Le Joseray, La Legettaz and Le Chatelard are perfect for families with little kids.

If peace and quiet are not high in your bucket list and you'd rather be close to the resort's hustle and bustle, then Val d'Isère centre is another great option as it offers plenty of things to do to keep the little ones entertained off the slopes.

Despite its reputation as a luxury resort, Val d'Isère has a good number of catered chalets and self-catered apartments on offer, many of which are on the affordable end of the spectrum. In general, the further away from the centre you get, the cheaper the prices are.

La Daille offers good value for money. Only five minutes by bus from Val d'Isère centre and with direct access to the slopes, this village is dominated by tall apartment buildings where it's relatively easy to find a bargain.

Ski-to-door accommodation is very popular in Val d'Isère, which means that it gets booked out quite quickly. Prices are also usually more expensive than the accommodation a bit further away from the slopes. 

However, there's no greater feeling than arriving at your doorstep with your skis on, so get on booking as soon as you can if you want to experience it yourself.

Many chalets and apartments in Val d'Isère offer ski-in and ski-out accommodation. The best option is to base yourself in the hamlets of Le Legettaz, Le Joseray or Le Châtelard, where most apartments and chalets can be reached with your skis still on.

Val d'Isère attracts many people in the summer, coming to the mountains for its world-renowned mountain bike trails and hiking routes. Many of them come with their campervan, motorhome or tent.

Where to park a motorhome or campervan in Val d'Isère

Val d'Isère has one campsite, Les Richardes, open in the summer only. Located only 1km away from the city centre and on the free bus route, it offers toilets and showers, as well as water and electricity. 

Unfortunately, there are no motorhome areas in Val d'Isère but there's a free waste disposal area where you can also fill up your water tank.