Alps: Méribel’s most beautiful hotels

Hôtel Le Savoy | A 4-star hotel in the heart of Méribel

Just 50 meters from the slopes, right in the heart of the village, ski enthusiasts can pack their suitcases at Le Savoy, an unpretentious 4-star hotel: a wooden chalet with a refined, colorful and contemporary decor, with rooms that offer breathtaking views of the valley, south-facing windows and, for the most part, a terrace or balcony. After returning from the slopes, guests can choose between sipping tea or reading a book in front of the fireplace in the large library, or taking a trip to the spa, which features a Finnish sauna combined with a hammam. For dinner, there's a cosy restaurant with the feel of a chic mountain bistro, where you can choose between large tables...or smaller, more intimate corners for two.

After the meal, linger at the Bar du Savoy for a cocktail prepared with care by the mixologists, with an astonishing selection of hot cocktails including La Potion Médicinale (gin, Saint-Germain, cranberry, lemon juice, verbena liqueur, fresh mint). For a snack, the bar will be the haven of children and their parents with its plates of homemade mignardises of the moment.

Good to know? Everything has been thought of to minimize the inconveniences we all know about-ski rental, endless queues-with a ski pre-booking service, cab service from Moûtiers, shuttles, packed lunches..

Hôtel Le Savoy
From €290 per night.
435 Rue des Jeux Olympiques, 73550 Les Allues

Le Kaïla | Luxury at the foot of the slopes

At the foot of the slopes, this 5-star chalet offers guests the ultimate in family ski holidays, with a warm, classic decor featuring exposed beams, light wood, slate and large picture windows. The 39 rooms and suites feature the soft ambience of raw materials and natural light, the comfort of thick carpets, and bathrooms some equipped with Jacuzzi and hammam shower. And let's not forget the Nuxe spa with its luminous pool, and Erin the hotel's Michelin-starred restaurant, run by chef Laurent Azoulay, who has worked in the kitchens of Oustau de Baumanière and Pierre Gagnaire.

What makes the difference? The hotel's distinctive features include private elevator access to the ski slopes, and an in-house ski shop.

Le Kaïla Hôtel
From €750 per night.
124 Rue des Jeux Olympiques, 73550 Les Allues

Hotel Alpen Ruitor | A touch of Austria

Arguably the resort's most authentic 4-star. One of Maison Fenestraz's many hotel pearls, the Alpen Ruitor boasts a décor designed by the owner herself: wood panelling, leather, furniture created by local craftsmen, ceilings adorned with flowery frescoes. A warm, enveloping atmosphere prevails everywhere, right down to the 44 rooms with balconies or terraces overlooking the peaks. In the early hours of the morning, you can enjoy breakfast on the large outdoor terrace, before gathering around the fireplace in the late afternoon for a hearty snack.

Good to know? The hotel is the starting point for many other activities: snowshoeing, sleigh rides, snowmobiling..

Alpen Ruitor Hotel
From 300€ per night.
200 Chemin des Bleuets, 73550 Les Allues

Le Refuge de la Traye | A one-of-a-kind luxury refuge

Never has a refuge been so aptly named. In a setting of just 7 rooms, this establishment, renovated in 2019, welcomes ski enthusiasts and other lovers of snow-covered peaks. With a layout that gives the impression of being alone in the world, and a sober, discreet decor - solid wood, warm hues ranging from chocolate to dark grey and beige. Outside, there's a magnificent spa, a sauna offering panoramic views of the peaks, and an outdoor Jacuzzi where you can take a dip after a day on the slopes. For several years now, the establishment has been committed to an eco-responsible approach: water management, electric transport, renewable materials, or how to preserve the environment without compromising on comfort

Good to know? Le Refuge de la Traye has teamed up with the ultra-luxury Airelles collection (Courchevel, Val d'Isère, Gordes and soon Versailles) to offer exclusive packages with the brand's Alpine palaces.

Le Refuge de la Traye
From €9,300 per night, minimum 3 nights in season, for the entire refuge, all inclusive.
Relais de la Traye 61 Chemin Sainte-Appolonnie, 73550, Les Allues