Algerian Mountains, Algeria 🇩🇿
Fifty kilometres south of Algiers, Chréa sits in the Atlas Blidéen above Blida, inside a national park where Barbary macaques still roam. Two lifts, a short season, and the rare thrill of skiing Mediterranean mountains within sight of the capital.
It depends on conditions. At 1500 m to 1629 m this is a lower-altitude resort, so lean on the live snow report and stay flexible on dates (score 30/100).
This is more of a valley base than a slopeside village, so expect a lift, train or shuttle to the snow each morning. Staying central, near the main lift, saves the most time.
It is a compact area, 5 km of piste on 2 lifts, best for a short break or a focused trip rather than a full week. The piste mix leans gentle (1 green, 2 blue, 1 red, 0 black), so beginners and early intermediates are well served.
The season usually runs Jan 10 to Feb 28 (about 7 weeks). For the most dependable cover, the deep-winter window of January to February is the safe bet. Conditions soften as spring arrives, so earlier in the window is the safer call.
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Good · 169 reviews
A dependable, well-reviewed choice for a stay in Chréa.
Guests rate this hotel as good (3.7/5 from 169 reviews). It sits about 800 m from the slopes. A budget-friendly option for Chréa, with live nightly rates shown for your exact dates so you always see the best price.
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