Set between Bourg-Saint-Maurice and Val d’Isère in the Tarentaise Valley, Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise is a lovely mountain village, well-placed for winter or summer holidays in the Alps. A small choice of excellent accommodation options cater to couples, friends and families with a variety of tastes and budgets. Friendly and characterful, our pick of the best places to stay in Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise showcase the area’s ample charm and enduring traditions of warm hospitality.

Part of the joy of basing yourself in Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise is the opportunity to discover the area’s rich heritage. Admire historic buildings, stroll through pretty hamlets and take guided, culture-focused walking or cycling tours. Delightful Savoyard cuisine also awaits, with particularly fabulous produce on offer during the summer months.

Active explorers can enjoy hiking, mountain biking, horse riding, fishing and rafting during the summer, whilst winter travellers will adore skiing and snowboarding. The resorts of Tignes, Les Arcs and Val d’Isère are within easy reach, perfect for days of zipping down snow-clad slopes, honing your skills at a ski school or simply marvelling at the views over the surrounding mountains. Return to one of the best places to stay in Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise to curl up by the fire and savour flavoursome regional dishes.

The Best Places to Stay in Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise

For a Boutique B&B

• Mineral Lodge has just five chic rooms, well-suited to couples or families eager to base themselves somewhere tranquil in the Vanoise Valley. Contemporary rooms feature light wood and lots of natural light. Although primarily a B&B, the lodge's team can also arrange packed lunches and lovely dinners if requested in advance.

For Families or Groups

• Black Diamond Lodge is a family-friendly hotel with ski-in/ski-out access, a good restaurant and cosy rooms featuring exposed wooden beams and roaring fires. Family rooms have bunk beds for little ones and the hotel partners with a number of nearby ski schools, so you'll find it easy to arrange lessons. Larger apartments will also suit big groups of friends or families travelling together. Warm and welcoming.

FOR AN APARTMENT OR HOLIDAY CHALET

• If you'd prefer a self-catering option, we suggest that you visit our online partner Booking.com.

Travel Information

• Fly to Geneva Airport, Grenoble Airport or to Chambéry Airport and continue to Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise by car or shuttle bus.
• Savoie is wonderful for a road trip! Contact our online partner Rentalcars if you would like to hire a car.
• Come between mid-December and April for the best skiing further up the mountain, avoiding the school holiday crowds of February or the bustle of Christmas and New Year. Summer is by far the most popular time for hikers with temperatures peaking at around 18°C in July and August.

STILL NOT SURE?

• Explore our list of all the best places to stay in Bourg-Saint-Maurice.
• Alternatively, expand your search to see our pick of the best places to stay in Savoie.
• Or contact one of our friendly Gurus for advice.