Les Carroz, French Alps

Les Carroz: 5 things to know before you go

French Alps, France 🇫🇷

Les Carroz d'Arâches sits at 1,140 m on the sunny balcony above the Arve valley, an authentic stone-built village that serves as one of the gateways to the Grand Massif. The 265 km of linked pistes with Flaine, Samoëns, Morillon and Sixt are reached from the village itself, and Geneva airport is just an hour away.

1.Is the snow reliable in Les Carroz?

Usually, with help. From 1140 m to 2500 m the resort leans on grooming and snowmaking in lean spells, so check the live report before booking early or late dates (score 78/100).

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

Ski-in/ski-out depends on the address here: some hotels are on the snow, others need a short walk or shuttle. Pick a slopeside address if skiing from the door matters to you.

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

It is one of the bigger domains on the site: 265 km of piste on 60 lifts, enough to ski a different sector every day of the week. The terrain is balanced (18 green, 45 blue, 40 red, 12 black), which suits a mixed-level group skiing together.

4.What is the resort like?

Les Carroz stands out for a family-friendly setup and a vast, multi-sector domain.

5.When is the best time to go?

The season usually runs Dec 14 to Apr 14 (about 17 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 Les Carroz guide

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

See the full Les Carroz guide

More questions, answered

How much vertical drop does Les Carroz have?
About 1360 m of vertical, from a 1140 m base to 2500 m at the top.
Is Les Carroz part of a larger ski area?
Yes. Les Carroz is part of the Grand Massif ski area, one of the big linked domains, so a single lift pass opens the whole thing.
Is Les Carroz good for beginners?
Yes. With 18 green and 45 blue runs, there is plenty of gentle terrain to learn on.

Where to stay

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

Résidence premium Les Fermes du Soleil Pierre & Vacances
4.6518 reviews
140
Top pick

Résidence premium Les Fermes du Soleil Pierre & Vacances

Excellent · 518 reviews

Why we like it

Strong value for Les Carroz, with a high guest rating that punches above its nightly price.

Guests rate this hotel as excellent (4.6/5 from 518 reviews). It sits about 1.5 km from the slopes. A mid-range option for Les Carroz, with live nightly rates shown for your exact dates so you always see the best price.

≈ 1.5 km to the slopesMid-range
From
140/ night
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Hôtel La Croix de Savoie & SPA
4.2535 reviews
95

Hôtel La Croix de Savoie & SPA

Great · 535 reviews

Why we like it

A dependable, well-reviewed choice for a stay in Les Carroz.

≈ 2.5 km to the slopesBudget-friendly
From
95/ night
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Hotel Les Servages D'armelle | Carroz D'arâches | Haute-Savoie
4.6164 reviews
145

Hotel Les Servages D'armelle | Carroz D'arâches | Haute-Savoie

Excellent · 164 reviews

Why we like it

Strong value for Les Carroz, with a high guest rating that punches above its nightly price.

≈ 2.0 km to the slopesMid-range
From
145/ night
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CGH Résidences & Spas - Résidence Boutique Les Chalets de Léana
4.4159 reviews
120

CGH Résidences & Spas - Résidence Boutique Les Chalets de Léana

Very good · 159 reviews

Why we like it

Strong value for Les Carroz, with a high guest rating that punches above its nightly price.

≈ 1.8 km to the slopesMid-range
From
120/ night
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Live snow reportSki-in/ski-out: France