Morzine, French Alps

Morzine: 5 things to know before you go

French Alps, France 🇫🇷

A handsome slate-roofed market town at the centre of the Portes du Soleil, Morzine keeps a year-round Savoyard life that purpose-built resorts lack. It is the most characterful base for the giant cross-border domain.

1.Is the snow reliable in Morzine?

Generally yes. From 1000 m at the base to 2277 m up top, the profile holds snow well across a normal winter (score 80/100).

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?

It is one of the bigger domains on the site: 650 km of piste on 196 lifts, enough to ski a different sector every day of the week. The terrain is balanced (32 green, 55 blue, 45 red, 18 black), which suits a mixed-level group skiing together.

4.What is the resort like?

Morzine 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 Morzine guide

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

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More questions, answered

How much vertical drop does Morzine have?
About 1277 m of vertical, from a 1000 m base to 2277 m at the top.
Is Morzine part of a larger ski area?
Yes. Morzine is part of the Portes du Soleil ski area, one of the big linked domains, so a single lift pass opens the whole thing.
Is Morzine good for beginners?
Yes. With 32 green and 55 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.

Hôtel Les Côtes
4.9605 reviews
160
Top pick

Hôtel Les Côtes

Excellent · 605 reviews

Why we like it

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

Guests rate this hotel as excellent (4.9/5 from 605 reviews). It sits about 300 m from the slopes. A mid-range option for Morzine, with live nightly rates shown for your exact dates so you always see the best price.

≈ 300 m to the slopesMid-range
From
160/ night
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Hôtel Club Le Crêt
4.6740 reviews
130

Hôtel Club Le Crêt

Excellent · 740 reviews

Why we like it

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

≈ 1.4 km to the slopesMid-range
From
130/ night
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Hôtel Névé
4.7340 reviews
150

Hôtel Névé

Excellent · 340 reviews

Why we like it

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

≈ 1.2 km to the slopesMid-range
From
150/ night
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Hôtel & Spa Le Dahu - Hôtel de famille depuis 1955
4.7329 reviews
150

Hôtel & Spa Le Dahu - Hôtel de famille depuis 1955

Excellent · 329 reviews

Why we like it

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

≈ 550 m to the slopesMid-range
From
150/ night
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