French Alps Travel Guide

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Where to stay in French Alps

Chamonix-Mont-Blanc featuring mountains and snow

Chamonix City Centre

4.5/5(16 area reviews)

Chamonix City Centre is a destination visitors seek out for its picture-perfect mountain views, relaxing spas and popular ski slopes. You might want to check out attractions like Casino Le Royal Chamonix or Chamonix Church while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Chamonix City Centre
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Annecy Old Town

5/5(6 area reviews)

Travellers come to Annecy Old Town for its lake views, and you can see top attractions like Lake Annecy and Church of St. Maurice while you're in town.

Annecy Old Town
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Courchevel 1850

Courchevel 1850 is noteworthy for its skiing, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Chenus Gondola and Ferme.

Courchevel 1850
Annecy which includes a marina, a bay or harbour and general coastal views

Vieille Ville & Lakefront

Vieille Ville & Lakefront is beloved for its panoramic lake views. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Lake Annecy and Jardins de I'Europe.

Vieille Ville & Lakefront
Jardin de Ville showing a garden

Grenoble City Centre

4/5(7 area reviews)

Historical sites, bars and shopping highlight some notable features of Grenoble City Centre. Make a stop by Place Grenette or Jardin de Ville while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Hubert Dubedout-Maison du Tourisme Tram Stop or Victor Hugo Tram Stop to get around town.

Grenoble City Centre
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Courchevel 1650

Courchevel 1650 is noteworthy for its skiing, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Ariondaz Gondola and Mickey Ski Lift.

Courchevel 1650
La Folie Douce Hôtel Chamonix
La Folie Douce Hôtel Chamonix
823, Allée Recteur Payot, Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
The price is AU$157 per night from 20 May to 21 May
AU$157
per night
20 May - 21 May
Stay at this spa hotel in Chamonix-Mont-Blanc. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (622 reviews)
Good stay, some work required
"A bit of a mixed bag so I’ll start with the good. The room was lovely, bed was excellent, shower amazing and beautifully clean. The bar and staff were great, prices were reasonable for Chamonix and the pizza was amazing. I was slightly surprised at how many children were there. The hotel is worn, ..."

Reviewed on 2 Apr. 2024

La Folie Douce Hôtel Chamonix
Héliopic Hôtel & Spa
Héliopic Hôtel & Spa
4 out of 5
50 place de l'Aiguille du Midi, Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, Haute-Savoie
The price is AU$193 per night from 28 Apr to 29 Apr
AU$193
per night
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Chamonix-Mont-Blanc. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (991 reviews)
"Outstanding property. Great staff. If you have never had Raclette, give it a try in the restaurant onsite. Something different."

Reviewed on 21 Apr. 2024

Héliopic Hôtel & Spa
Alpina Eclectic Hotel
Alpina Eclectic Hotel
4 out of 5
79 av. du Mont-Blanc, BP 136, Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, Haute-Savoie
The price is AU$186 per night from 26 May to 27 May
AU$186
per night
26 May - 27 May
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Chamonix-Mont-Blanc. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (620 reviews)
"👍"

Reviewed on 14 Apr. 2024

Alpina Eclectic Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Residhotel Grenette
Residhotel Grenette
3 out of 5
12 rue de Palanka, Grenoble, Isere
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Grenoble. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (841 reviews)
"Spacious rooms in a very walkable area. The receptionists were friendly and helpful. No complaints."

Reviewed on 30 Jan. 2024

Residhotel Grenette
Zenitude Hôtel - Résidences Les Hauts d'Annecy
Zenitude Hôtel - Résidences Les Hauts d'Annecy
3 out of 5
16, Rue du Champ de la Taillée, Annecy
Stay at this 3-star aparthotel in Annecy. Enjoy breakfast, onsite parking, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. Popular ...
7.6/10 Good! (450 reviews)
"Was a bit far for Annecy Film festival, but bus was very close and ran frequently. Staff were helpful and room was very comfortable. Nice to have kitchen. Parking was small extra charge per day."

Reviewed on 15 Jul. 2023

Zenitude Hôtel - Résidences Les Hauts d'Annecy
Privilodges Le Royal Annecy
Privilodges Le Royal Annecy
3 out of 5
9, rue Royale, Annecy, Haute-Savoie
Stay at this 3-star residence in Annecy. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (548 reviews)
Would stay here again!!!
"Wonderful!!! The family suite was clean and so much bigger than we thought it would be. There was plenty of room for everyone. The staff was very kind and helpful. I wouldn't definitely stay here again."

Reviewed on 4 Apr. 2024

Privilodges Le Royal Annecy
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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