Courmayeur, Italian Alps

Courmayeur: 5 things to know before you go

Italian Alps, Italy ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น

Italy's answer to Chamonix on the south side of Mont Blanc, Courmayeur pairs stylish village life with 100 km of high, scenic piste. Sunny aspect and grand-mountain views set it apart.

1.Is the snow reliable in Courmayeur?

Generally yes. From 1224 m at the base to 2755 m up top, the profile holds snow well across a normal winter (score 82/100).

2.Do you need a car, or can you ski in and out?

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.

3.How big is the ski area, and who is it for?

With 100 km of piste on 30 lifts, it is a mid-size area, easy to get to know over a long weekend. The terrain is balanced (0 green, 35 blue, 50 red, 15 black), which suits a mixed-level group skiing together.

4.What is the resort like?

Courmayeur stands out for a strong dining scene and a genuinely iconic name.

5.When is the best time to go?

The season usually runs Dec 7 to Apr 21 (about 19 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.

The full Courmayeur guide

Hotels, piste breakdown, snow month by month, lift and rental info, map and more.

See the full Courmayeur guide โ†’

More questions, answered

How much vertical drop does Courmayeur have?
About 1531 m of vertical, from a 1224 m base to 2755 m at the top.
Is Courmayeur part of a larger ski area?
Yes. Courmayeur is part of the Chamonix Mont-Blanc ski area, one of the big linked domains, so a single lift pass opens the whole thing.
Is Courmayeur good for beginners?
Less so: the terrain leans intermediate and advanced (0 green, 35 blue), so committed beginners are better off starting elsewhere.

Where to stay

Hotels we like for ski access and value. Prices are indicative; check live availability.

Auberge De La Maison
4.8570 reviews
โ‚ฌ115
โ˜… Top pick

Auberge De La Maison

Excellent ยท 570 reviews

Why we like it

One of the highest-rated places to stay in Courmayeur, with guests singling out the service and comfort.

Guests rate this hotel as excellent (4.8/5 from 570 reviews). It sits about 2.1 km from the slopes. A mid-range option for Courmayeur, with live nightly rates shown for your exact dates so you always see the best price.

โ‰ˆ 2.1 km to the slopesMid-range
From
โ‚ฌ115/ night
Check availability โ†’
Gran Baita Hotel & Wellness Resort
4.6635 reviews
โ‚ฌ115

Gran Baita Hotel & Wellness Resort

Excellent ยท 635 reviews

Why we like it

Moments from the lifts in Courmayeur, so you can ski back to the door and skip the morning queues.

โ‰ˆ 300 m to the slopesMid-range
From
โ‚ฌ115/ night
Check availability โ†’
TH COURMAYEUR
4.3770 reviews
โ‚ฌ115

TH COURMAYEUR

Very good ยท 770 reviews

Why we like it

A long-standing favourite in Courmayeur, trusted by thousands of guests before you.

โ‰ˆ 1.9 km to the slopesMid-range
From
โ‚ฌ115/ night
Check availability โ†’
Villa Novecento Romantic Hotel - Estella Hotel Collection & Experience
4.7429 reviews
โ‚ฌ120

Villa Novecento Romantic Hotel - Estella Hotel Collection & Experience

Excellent ยท 429 reviews

Why we like it

Moments from the lifts in Courmayeur, so you can ski back to the door and skip the morning queues.

โ‰ˆ 50 m to the slopesMid-range
From
โ‚ฌ120/ night
Check availability โ†’

Ratings and review counts from Google Places. We may earn a commission on bookings.

Live snow report