The best 4-star mountain hotels

1. Hotel Ermitage

The setting? Built in 1908-1909 by landscape architect Henri Martinet (who designed the Shinjuku Gyoen gardens in Tokyo), this Anglo-Norman style building is located in the lush Evian Resort park, which is abundant with flowers in the summer months.

The gastronomic offer? At La Table restaurant, the chef creates dishes based on local, seasonal produce. Two must-trys: Sunday brunch and the signature cocktails at La Bibliothèque, the cozy English-style bar. And just a five-minute walk through the park is the Michelin-starred restaurant Les Fresques at the Royal Hotel, the neighboring luxury hotel.

How many keys? 80 rooms, including 23 family rooms and 6 suites with balconies overlooking the lake. In the bathrooms, pebbles and slate reinforce the mineral character of the place.

Where is it? The Hotel Ermitage is located in Haute-Savoie, in the hills above Évian-les-Bains, between the Alps and Lake Geneva.

We particularly like :

• The ski shop offering high-end equipment for sale or hire, for hitting the slopes at the Bernex and Thollon-les-Mémises resorts, 15 minutes from the resort, or the Portes du Soleil resorts, 45 minutes away
• The Kid's Resort, shared with the Hôtel Royal, which organizes ski days in Bernex with dedicated instructors
• Organized dog sledding and snowshoeing excursions in the Val d'Abondance
• The exceptional natural environment, perfect for recharging your batteries
• The two golf courses at the Evian Resort Golf Club (18 holes and 6 holes).

Hôtel Ermitage - Evian Resort
80 rooms, including 23 family rooms and 6 suites, starting at €204 per night with breakfast included
1230 Avenue du Léman, 74500 Neuvecelle

2. Fahrenheit Seven Courchevel

Located right on the snow front, at the foot of the Ariondaz gondola, the Fahrenheit Seven cultivates a cheerful, relaxed alpine lifestyle that will delight ski aficionados... Designed with refinement in mind, the 4-star mountain hotel revisits vintage codes with a vibrant mix & match of geometric patterns, urban suspensions and shimmering colors, contrasting with its traditional wood and stone exterior. At the helm of the Alpine establishment, Rémi, as Operations Manager, and Camille, as Lodging Manager, bring a warm ambience to this chalet-style hotel with ski-in/ski-out access.

The 86 rooms and suites, from the double to the duplex Family Room, have been designed for maximum comfort: quality bedding, modern equipment such as Marshall speakers and breathtaking views of the slopes, the village or the peaks. Every detail adds a cosy touch, from aged leather headboards to plaids and marble bathrooms. The ski room, a distinctive feature of the Courchevel hotel, invites you to relax with its bar after a day on the slopes. As for relaxation, the spa at an altitude of 1,650 metres offers a hammam, sauna, herbal tea room and two massage cabins, which skiers will appreciate at the end of the day after a day on the slopes of Les 3 Vallées. Epicureans, meanwhile, will delight in La Rôtisserie, the main restaurant with its south-facing terrace featuring Mediterranean and Italian cuisine, La Cheminée for its bistronomic dishes, or The Seven Kings, the quintessential party bar on the same street with its English pub atmosphere. Cheers!

What makes the difference? The experience of skiing and snowboarding, with the Ski Boutique offering the very best in ski and snowboard equipment, both for purchase and rental, and the Ski Room and Ski Bar, a place entirely dedicated to winter sports, ideal before you hit the slopes or on your return. Located just off the slopes of Courchevel 1650, they are right at the start of the lifts.

Hotel Fahrenheit Seven Courchevel
86 rooms and suites, from €350 per night.
Résidence les Cimes Blanches, 76 Rue du Marquis, 73120 Courchevel

3. Tetras Lodge in Tignes

Perched at an altitude of 1,550 meters in the unspoilt hamlet of Tignes Les Brévières, the Tetras Lodge is a human-scale mountain refuge designed by Les Étincelles. This 4-star mountain boutique hotel features an intimate atmosphere and elegant decor, combining contemporary design with Alpine inspiration. The 23 rooms, some with balconies overlooking the peaks, are truly cozy cocoons. For moments of relaxation, the lounge-bar and Tetras restaurant welcome guests in a cosy setting where Savoyard specialities are revisited with taste. And after a day on the slopes, there's nothing like a trip to the spa to enjoy the sauna and hammam duo, with a view of the Isère river below. For the perfect romantic weekend.

Tetras Lodge
23 keys
74 Chemin de la Plage, 73320 Tignes

4. Cœur de Megève

In the center of the ski resort, the Cœur de Megève stands out with its modern style that turns heads. Architect Sybille de Margerie has transformed this historic 4-star mountain hotel into a designer venue where rustic charm blends with contemporary flair. With 39 bright rooms and suites, it favors natural materials such as brushed walnut, wool, and stone for an Alpine-inspired decor. Its Tata Harper spa, offering high-end organic treatments, is a real asset for recharging your batteries after a day of skiing or hiking. When it comes to dining, the restaurant showcases local produce in a warm atmosphere, while the cocktail bar, Le Meige, offers a vibrant setting in the heart of the village. A complete spa hotel in Megève.

5. Hôtel Les Trésoms, Lake and Spa Resort, Annecy

In Annecy, Hôtel Les Trésoms blossoms in an idyllic setting between lake and mountains. This 1930s Art Deco chalet perched on a hillside offers 52 rooms with panoramic views ranging from forest nature to turquoise waters... Nature lovers will appreciate the picturesque paths linking the lake to the old town. For relaxation, the spa at this 4-star hotel invites you to enjoy the sauna and hammam, with treatments by Thalgo and Douceur du Lac. La Rotonde des Trésoms, a Michelin-starred restaurant with an exceptional panoramic view of Lake Annecy, offers a gastronomic experience of the highest order: chef Eric Prowalski's cuisine sublimates local products such as féra and Marlens trout, in an authentic tribute to the flavours of the region.

Les Trésoms Lake and Spa Resort
52 keys, from €110 per night
15 Boulevard de la Corniche, 74000 Annecy

6. Le Savoy Méribel

Located right in the center of Méribel, this charming 4-star mountain hotel with typical Alpine character is just 50 meters from the slopes, offering ideal access for ski enthusiasts. The chalet's 38 bright, south-facing rooms boast breathtaking views over the valley, and balconies to make the most of the Alpine scenery. The spa of Hotel Le Savoy, with sauna and hammam, promises a welcome respite after skiing, while the chic bistro-style restaurant serves tasty seasonal cuisine. The Savoy bar, with its cocktails and homemade treats, is a welcoming place that appeals to young and old alike.

Hotel Le Savoy 
38 keys, from €590 per night
435 Rue des Jeux Olympiques, 73550 Les Allues