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12 Best Hotels in The Three Valleys

12 Best Hotels in The Three Valleys

Les Trois Vallées ski region consists of eight official resorts: Courchevel, La Tania, Méribel, Bride les Bains, St Martin de Belleville, Les Menuires, Val Thorens and Orelle, and a host of smaller villages and hamlets that fall within its giant web, which actually spreads over four, not three valleys. All up we count around 600 km of interconnected piste, with around 180 lifts, plus masses of uncharted back country. And across that terrain we also note dozens of mountain restaurants, from Michelin-starred establishments to family-friendly bistros. And like the range of eateries, we think our Guru’s picks for the best hotels in the Three Valleys are spread widely enough for you to find a great place to stay in your price range, from top notch luxury in Courchevel 1850 to a family run property bang on the slopes of Meribel (and pretty much anything in between)!

For Views of the Slopes

Altapura is a super contemporary, super cool, five star, ski-in ski-out hotel with fantastic views over Val Thorens and the mountains. In addition to huge windows, the collection of 72 rooms and suites feature all the mod cons, and chic decor that’s heavy on either pale stone, pale wood or pale fur. The spa is fantastic too, as is the bar and restaurant.
The Chalet Hotel Kaya is in a prime spot for views, on a south-facing rise in Saint Martin de Belleville — you can see the slopes and the mountains from all 50 rooms and suites. As well as being great for views, this is a great chalet for active skiers, you’re moments from the slopes, and for après-skiers there’s a heated pool, a hammam and sauna, several friendly bars and a choice of two restaurants. The family suites are a good size, and they offer babysitting facilities too.

For Chalet Chic Luxury

Le Strato is a small, five star hotel right on the piste of Courchevel 1850. These 25 generously proportioned rooms and suites are super chic, with a traditional chalet feel: think parquet floors, furs, fireplaces and original art — and they all have private balconies too. Of course there’s a luxurious spa also, and the restaurant is fantastic.

For Romance

Converted from a rustic farmhouse in a tiny hamlet, La Bouitte is a ten room hotel with a three Michelin-starred restaurant, that still looks and feels rustic, but the kind of rustic where every need and comfort is met. If you’re here for the food you’re able to take cooking classes, in addition to enjoying the outdoor spa, sauna, garden and fantastic wine list.
Set above high end boutiques on the Rue du Rocher in the heart of Courchevel, White 1921 is a small and chic hotel with smart, contemporary design and fantastic mountain views from private balconies. There are just 26 rooms and suites, plus a fitness centre, a spa and sauna, an excellent restaurant and a suave champagne bar.

For Families

The Hôtel des 3 Vallées is in a great spot at the foot of Val Thoren’s ski slopes — you can see them from all 28 rooms and suites. We recommend the four large Family Suites for those travelling with kids. The decor offers traditional chalet cosiness, with lots of wood, and the odd antique. The buffet skiers’ breakfasts will really set you up for the day and they serve an excellent three course supper at the end of the day too. There's also a sauna, spa and hot tub, plus a cosy bar with a fireplace.
The Hotel Carlina Courchevel is a classic chalet hotel just minutes from the slopes in Courchevel 1850. The interiors tick all the chalet boxes, with lots of wood and big windows overlooking the slopes, and there are some cute traditional details. Our favourite rooms have balconies, and there’s a good range of family-sized suites, which will hopefully fulfil the needs of most families. There’s an indoor pool, a games room, a spa and a rather grand dining room.

For Après Ski

Fahrenheit 7 is right on the slopes of Val Thorens: the outdoor bar is almost directly under the ski lift, so the views are spectacular, and it’s super convenient. Inside are 109 rooms and suites decorated with cheerful, retro chic flair and a penchant for velvet in great colours. As well as the outdoor terrace and bar there are two restaurants inside, and another two bars, one specialising in great wine and one with live music and DJ sets. The spa and sauna are impressive — and they have a cool ice pillar!

For Ski-In Ski-Out Convenience

Le Val Thorens is a classic alpine hotel in a great spot under the ski lift. The 80 rooms and suites are dressed in pale wood, with cowhide throws and fireplaces, and chic mid-century touches. The bar and restaurant are chic and lively and the spa is top of the range. In addition they offer ski hire, and it's right next to a ski school, so it couldn’t be easier.

For Traditional Chalet Charm

Close to the piste, and the centre of Val Thorens resort, the Hotel Le Sherpa is a pointed roof chalet hotel full of traditional Savoyard charm. Its 56 rooms and suites are cosy and comfortable, with the wood, fur and stone details that really say ‘ski chalet’, and all the mod cons we need today too (including a hammam and a spa with a nice list of beauty treatments). In addition to the rooms the hotel has three lounges with log fires, and a restaurant with an open grill that specialises in fondu and raclette evenings. Very family friendly too.
Méribel’s La Croix Jean Claude is an historic alpine lodge with 16 simply decorated, and homely feeling rooms. The restaurant feels homely and welcoming too, and prides itself on its locally sourced ingredients used in regional recipes, served with regional wines. There’s a charming little bar too, where they offer breakfast.

For Great Value

The Hôtel Les Monts Charvin is a chic and cosy little chalet B&B in the heart of Courchevel 1850. With just 19 rooms and suites — all featuring plenty of wood, traditional Savoyard fabrics and big bathrooms — this is one of our smallest Three Valleys picks, but we like it for its history (it was built by the current owner’s grandfather, who was one of the area’s first ski instructors) and its great price tag. Breakfast is served in a pretty Breakfast Room with a fireplace, and there’s one in the bar too, plus a jukebox in reception.

Still not sure where to book?

You could refine your search to just the best places to stay in Courchevel, the best places to stay in Val Thorens or Méribel
Or check out some of our other skiing recommendations like the Best Hotels for Family Ski Holidays or the Best Budget Ski Hotels
Alternatively, you could contact one of our friendly Gurus for personalised advice.
- Hôtel Les Monts Charvin Courchevel 19 rooms from CA$227
  
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  Skiing
  Active Holiday
  Outstanding location
  Views - Great views from hotel
  Recommended by - Michelin Travel
  
  A rare find: a boutique bed and breakfast in the heart of 1850. Authentic and cosy with roaring fireplaces, traditional fabrics, and leather sofas. A delightfully understated spot. See More
  
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- Le Strato Courchevel 25 rooms from CA$1171
  
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  Skiing
  Active Holiday
  Swimming Pool - Indoor Pool
  Restaurant - Recommended.
  
  Courchevel’s latest cutting-edge five-star hotel right on the piste. Spectacular traditional-chic interiors - furs, parquet floors, paintings, designer fire places, and wonderful private balconies. Gourmet delights in the fantastic restaurant and bare foot luxury at the spa. See More
  
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- Le Chabichou Courchevel 41 rooms from CA$658
  
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  Foodies  -  The restaurant has 2 Michelin Stars.
  Restaurant  -  Recommended.
  Families
  Skiing
  Recommended by  -  Michelin Travel
  
  Beautiful, traditional white-painted wooden chalet with exceptional MIchelin-starred cuisine and wonderful service. Rustic-chic rooms and family friendly suites. A gourmet ski holiday for romantics, foodies, and families. See More
  
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- Le St Joseph Courchevel 10 rooms from CA$585
  
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  Skiing
  Active Holiday
  Traditional
  Views - Great views from hotel
  
  An 1850 building with an eclectic and quirky mix of chalet and château. Parquet floors, furs, fireplaces - a cosy home from home with two fantastic restaurants, and minutes from the slopes. See More
  
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- Chalet Hôtel de L’Adray-Télébar Méribel 24 rooms from CA$436
  
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  Families
  Skiing
  Active Holiday
  Outstanding location
  
  Delightful and much loved, a cosy, comfortable chalet on the piste. Traditional interiors with stone walls and beams. A wonderfully relaxed chalet with board games aplenty. See More
  
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- Hotel le Grand Coeur & Spa Méribel 40 rooms from CA$424
  
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  Skiing
  Active Holiday
  Outstanding location
  Views - Great views from hotel
  Recommended by - Relais & Chateaux
  
  The epitome of old-fashioned comfort, glamour and service in the middle of the village. Gourmet delights and spa relaxation in this winter paradise. See More
  
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- Hotel L’Helios Méribel 18 rooms from CA$563
  
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  Skiing
  Active Holiday
  Swimming Pool - Lovely Indoor Pool
  Restaurant - Recommended.
  
  Classic, new boutique hotel in prime position on the piste in the heart of the resort. Sumptuous rooms with log fires, cinema, luxury spa, and chic terrace. Revitalisation and relaxation in a super stylish chalet. See More
  
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- Hotel Allodis Méribel 42 rooms from CA$872
  
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  Skiing  -  Bang on the slopes!
  Spa  -  Clarins spa des neiges
  Swimming Pool  -  indoor Pool
  Traditional
  
  Family run, traditional hotel right on the slopes. Lovely bright wood panelled rooms with private balconies. Fantastic clarins spa, plus swimming pool, sauna & steam room and excellent restaurant with terrace overlooking the three valleys. A really lovely chalet. See More
  
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- Hôtel des 3 Vallées Val Thorens 28 rooms from CA$287
  
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  Active Holiday  -  The ideal active getaway with downhill skiing, snowboarding, sledging, and hiking all on your doorstep!
  Views  -  Great views from hotel
  Traditional
  Restaurant  -  Recommended.
  Recommended by  -  Design Hotels, Great Small Hotels
  
  A luxury boutique hotel, at the foot of Val Thoren's ski slopes. A cosy cocoon perfect for families with its four family suites, gargantuan breakfast buffets and set three-course dinners. Great value for money. See More
  
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- Altapura Val Thorens 72 rooms from CA$427
  
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  Skiing  -  Superb ski in ski out location
  5* Luxury  -  Very high service standards.
  Designer  -  Uniquely designed interiors.
  Restaurant  -  Recommended.
  Recommended by  -  Tablet, CN Traveller
  
  Super modern, super cool, super Five Star. Not your average Alpine hotel. Bedrooms and suites with all the gadgets, sleek lines, and fabulous mountain views. Stone and light wood dominate throughout, from the spa to the restaurants, bars, and terraces. Majestic. See More
  
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- Hotel St Martin Saint-Martin de Belleville 27 rooms from CA$454
  
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  Families
  Skiing
  Active Holiday
  Traditional
  
  Appealing family hotel in pretty traditional French village, close to the slopes. Family suites and apartments that can sleep up to 10. A charming chalet with snug rooms, two restaurants, and a sun terrace. See More
  
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- La Bouitte Saint-Martin de Belleville 10 rooms from CA$435
  
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  Foodies  -  La Bouitte's restaurant provides dining of the highest standard - it boasts three Michelin stars!
  Restaurant  -  Michelin starred dining
  Skiing
  Views  -  Great views from hotel
  
  Romantic farmhouse in tiny hamlet with cosy rooms and gourmet three Michelin-starred restaurant. Phenomenal food, quaint rustic wooden panelled rooms, and a wonderful spa. A charming gourmet treat. See More
  
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- La Croix Jean Claude Méribel 16 rooms from CA$205
  
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  Skiing  -  World renowned ski location
  Great walks  -  Many good walking routes
  Views  -  Great views from hotel
  Traditional
  
  Historic alpine ski lodge in the heart of Meribel les Allues. Sixteen simply decorated, yet homely, bedrooms and a restaurant serving delicious dishes from locally sourced ingredients. A great location in the centre of the village with good access to ski lifts and hiking routes. See More
  
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- Chalet Hotel Kaya Les Menuires (Saint Martin de Belleville) 50 rooms from CA$211
  
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  Views  -  Views of the peaks of the Cime Caron, the Mont Brequin and the Pointe de la Masse
  Restaurant  -  Two restaurants- Restaurant Le K and La Terrasse Restaurant
  Outstanding location  -  Excellent location close to the slopes
  Swimming Pool  -  Indoor pool
  
  Active skiers will love this gem of a 4* hotel in the Three-Valleys. Handy for the slopes and with magnificent south-facing views, it also provides excellent après-ski facilities - heated swimming pool, sauna, hammam, and gourmet dining. Décor is up-to-date alpine using beautiful natural materials. See More
  
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- Le Val Thorens Val Thorens 80 rooms from CA$436
  
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  Skiing  -  Situated right on the slopes and next door to a ski school
  Active Holiday
  Restaurant  -  The hotel has two restaurants: La Fondue & La Brasserie du Val Thorens
  Views  -  Wonderful mountain views
  
  A chic luxury alpine hotel that caters to groups of friends, families, and couples. Fabulous rooms and suites have light wooden surfaces, fireplaces, and cow skin throws. Excellent restaurant, lively bar, ski hire, and a top of the range spa. See More
  
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- White 1921, Courchevel Courchevel (Rue du Rocher) 26 rooms from CA$497
  
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  Active Holiday  -  In a well known ski resort area, after spending a day out at the slopes, return to the comfort of this hotel.
  Back to Nature  -  In a spectaular setting, most rooms offer stunning views of the mountains.
  Great walks  -  Beautiful hikes into the countryside. Book a guide or go on your own.
  Restaurant  -  Breakfast can be served in the room
  
  This chic and stylish designer hotel is in a picture perfect spot. Rooms are small but super cosy with contemporary smart interiors, offering views of the mountains from the windows or the balconies. Also features a fitness centre and a sauna to relax. Individual ski service for every guest. See More
  
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- Hotel Le Sherpa Val Thorens 56 rooms from CA$249
  
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  Sitting Room  -  Three comfortable sitting rooms, plenty of space for children and quiet places to relax with a book in front of a log fire.
  Restaurant  -  Excellent, generous buffet breafast, good food, and Savoyardes specialites including memorable fondue.
  Skiing  -  Good location close to piste. Private ski lockers with heated boot warmers.
  Spa  -  Spa with beauty centre 'Maria Galland', with hamman and sauna
  
  Opened in 1976 this hospitable, popular and family friendly hotel is close to the piste and resort centre. Traditional and typically Savoyard, the hotel offers a spa, hammam and beauty treatments. Three lounges, bar, log fires and the restaurant has an open fire grill, fondue and raclette evenings. See More
  
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- Fahrenheit 7 Val Thorens 109 rooms from CA$337
  
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  Skiing  -  Val Thorens has many times been voted the best ski resort in the world
  Restaurant  -  Two great restaurants - La Rotisserie specialises in grilled meats and Le Zinc offers local cheese dishes
  Outstanding location  -  Spectacularly located at 2,300m with magnificent mountain views and right on the Val Thorens slopes
  Spa  -  Relax in either the hammam or sauna - there's also an ice pillar to cool you down
  
  Right on the slopes of a world-class ski resort, this classy 4* offers winter sport and aprés heaven. Cheerful 70s décor features bright colours and vintage prints. You'll find a sauna and steam room for tired muscles, two excellent restaurants, great wines and bars with live music and DJ sets. See More
  
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- Hotel Carlina Courchevel Courchevel 1850 46 rooms from CA$515
  
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  Active Holiday  -  Ideally situated in Courchevel ski resort, perfect for skiing and winter sports
  Great walks  -  There are great guided and self-guided hikes around the surrounding mountain region
  Swimming Pool  -  Seasonal indoor pool
  Views  -  Great views from hotel
  
  A classic chalet-style hotel just minutes from the slopes. Charming rustic interiors feature Swiss pine fittings and furniture. Smart, simple rooms have a similar alpine aesthetic with great north or south-facing views, some with balconies. Cosy and family-friendly with games room and relaxing spa. See More
  
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