Often called the Saint-Tropez of the slopes, Courchevel—particularly Courchevel 1850—pairs world-class skiing across the Trois Vallées with designer boutiques, Michelin-starred dining, and unapologetic luxury. La Croisette is the resort’s social and logistical hub: lifts, cafés, and horse-drawn sleighs meet here. The pistes are the main attraction: well-groomed, mostly north-facing runs for all abilities and compelling off-piste terrain for experts. After sunlit terrace breaks and rich alpine lunches (think lobster, raclette, tartiflette), skiers retreat to hotels and chalets that range from contemporary design statements to ornate, palace-like properties. Below is a curated selection of Courchevel’s best hotels, chosen for location, design, service, and guest experience.
L’Apogée Courchevel
Perched where the former Olympic ski jump once stood, this 55-room Oetker Collection hotel blends fairytale charm with intimate nooks. North-facing rooms and chalet-like suites deliver sweeping mountain views. Dining is central—Beefbar and Le Comptoir de L’Apogée are highlights—and amenities include a ski room, indoor pool, and Spa L’Apogée by La Prairie.
Cheval Blanc Courchevel
A modern, art-forward take on alpine comfort, Cheval Blanc balances contemporary minimalism with plush materials. A ski butler outfits guests for Jardin Alpin, and many bathrooms double as mini-spas, some with hammams. The location sits above the slopes for seamless access to La Croisette and the wider network of runs.
Aman Le Mélézin
Aman’s fortress-like lodge uses blond woods and refined finishes to create a calm, luxurious atmosphere. Ski-piste rooms can include private hot tubs; the two-level spa offers sauna, hammam, and a column-framed pool. Nama serves Japanese cuisine and the Mélézin Bar is a cinematic après-ski destination.
Les 3 Vallées
A midcentury alternative to 1850’s opulence, Les 3 Vallées mixes wood-paneled chalet warmth with retro design. Balconies face either valley or slopes, and the relaxed L’Épicerie serves seasonal, local sharing plates. Facilities include a small spa, pool, ski shop, and direct slope access.
Ultima Courchevel 1850
A collection of 13 private residences on the Belvédère slope, Ultima offers true ski-in/ski-out convenience. Exteriors recall oversized alpine chalets while interiors feel like modern yachts—Baccarat chandeliers, leather upholstery, and bespoke art. Two pools and an elevated spa underpin its wellness and fine-dining focus.
Airelles Courchevel, Les Airelles
This palace-like hotel channels Habsburg hunting-lodge theatrics: grand chandeliers, carved balconies, and cozy salons. Multiple dining venues include Le Coin Savoyard for hearty local fare; La Mer Spa delivers indulgent treatments. Its palace status reflects traditional detailing and highly attentive service, plus private chalets for extra discretion.
Maya Hotel Courchevel 1850
Understated and elegant, Maya Hotel outfits 14 rooms in cream tones, Lalique crystal, and cosmopolitan fabrics. Maya Altitude offers dramatic high-altitude dining via the Trois Vallées lifts. The Maya Well Spa emphasizes bespoke massages and Japanese beauty treatments for post-ski recovery.
Hotel le Chabichou
A family-run institution with two Michelin-starred restaurants, Le Chabichou favors character and personal service over flash. Interiors are warm and contemporary, with retro shearling chairs and grand fireplaces. The dining elevates Savoyard traditions into theatrical fine dining, and a renovated spa soothes tired skiers.
Six Senses Residences
A new Six Senses model in Courchevel: apartment-style living with hotel-grade wellness and services. Residences from two to four bedrooms include full kitchens, practical family amenities (washing machines, kids entertainment), and access to a strong spa and pool program. A Scott Dunn-run kids club and delivery-style breakfasts make it ideal for families who want space plus service.
Hotel Barrière des Neiges
Sitting on the Bellecôte piste, this Barrière property blends chalet-style rooms with marble bathrooms and attentive service. A well-equipped ski room readies guests for morning runs, and dining ranges from BFire by Mauro Colagreco to a Fouquet’s brasserie for hearty mountain plates.
Hotel Le K2 Altitude
Le K2 embodies grand Courchevel style with high-tech comforts, lush interiors, and private chalet annexes. The hotel operates its own chair lift, attracting families and VIPs alike. Highlights include private pools, the Goji Spa, a kids club, and varied restaurants—L’Altiplano brings Peruvian influences to the mountain table.
Hotel Annapurna
Perched near the altiport with sunny terraces and direct access to the Pralong piste, Annapurna offers timbered rooms and generous balconies. A heated outdoor pool overlooks the Trois Vallées; the spa features a Salt Wall and a children’s program called Little VIPs. It’s a slightly more affordable five-star option with prime piste proximity.
Écrin Blanc Resort Courchevel
A family-focused resort below 1650, Écrin Blanc opened in 2020 with expansive children’s facilities, professional nannies, and slope access via the Grandes Combes chairlift. Contemporary timber aesthetics run through the rooms; the hotel offers family activities, dog sledding, and access to Courchevel’s Aquamotion water park.
Portetta
In Courchevel 1650 at the end of the Belvédère piste, Portetta favors a rustic-meets-retro vibe. Communal rooms display country sofas and taxidermy accents; guest rooms are moody and cozy. The hotel sits opposite a ski school, partners with a Scott Dunn kids club, and serves Italian-Savoyard dishes at Cucina Angelina.
Grandes Alpes
A longstanding 1850 favorite, Grandes Alpes operates more like a private chalet hotel with nine apartments along Belvédère. Expect private wine cellars, dedicated butlers, intimate spa spaces, and Restaurant Sylvestre’s inventive seasonal menus. Transfers often arrive by plane or helicopter, reflecting the property’s privacy-focused clientele.
How we selected these hotels
Properties were chosen for their authentic representations of Courchevel life—location, architecture and interior design, level of service, and overall guest experience. The list spans styles and budgets, from private residences and palace hotels to family-friendly resorts, so both skiers and non-skiers can find a fitting base in the Trois Vallées playground.
