Valmorel, French Alps

Valmorel: 5 things to know before you go

French Alps, France 🇫🇷

Proof that a purpose-built resort can have charm, Valmorel was designed in traditional Savoyard style and is fiercely family-friendly. The linked Grand Domaine adds neighbouring Saint-François-Longchamp for extra mileage.

1.Is the snow reliable in Valmorel?

Generally yes. From 1400 m at the base to 2550 m up top, the profile holds snow well across a normal winter (score 84/100).

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

Most hotels sit right on the snow front, so this is genuine ski-in/ski-out: park once on arrival and ski from the door, with no daily driving or shuttle.

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

At 165 km of piste on 49 lifts, it is a substantial mountain that rewards a multi-day stay. The terrain is balanced (20 green, 35 blue, 28 red, 8 black), which suits a mixed-level group skiing together.

4.What is the resort like?

Valmorel stands out for a family-friendly setup.

5.When is the best time to go?

The season usually runs Dec 14 to Apr 21 (about 18 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 Valmorel guide

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

See the full Valmorel guide

More questions, answered

How much vertical drop does Valmorel have?
About 1150 m of vertical, from a 1400 m base to 2550 m at the top.
Is Valmorel part of a larger ski area?
Yes. Valmorel is part of the Le Grand Domaine ski area, one of the big linked domains, so a single lift pass opens the whole thing.
Is Valmorel good for beginners?
Yes. With 20 green and 35 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.

Club Med Valmorel Chalets - French Alps
4.51.3k reviews
140
Top pick

Club Med Valmorel Chalets - French Alps

Very good · 1.3k reviews

Why we like it

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

Guests rate this hotel as very good (4.5/5 from 1,311 reviews). It sits about 850 m from the slopes. A mid-range option for Valmorel, with live nightly rates shown for your exact dates so you always see the best price.

≈ 850 m to the slopesMid-range
From
140/ night
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Villages Clubs du Soleil
4.5294 reviews
130

Villages Clubs du Soleil

Very good · 294 reviews

Why we like it

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

≈ 300 m to the slopesMid-range
From
130/ night
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L'Oxygène
4.7198 reviews
125

L'Oxygène

Excellent · 198 reviews

Why we like it

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

≈ 1.5 km to the slopesMid-range
From
125/ night
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Hôtel du Bourg à Valmorel, savoie
4.5242 reviews
120

Hôtel du Bourg à Valmorel, savoie

Very good · 242 reviews

Why we like it

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

≈ 300 m to the slopesMid-range
From
120/ night
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Live snow reportSki-in/ski-out: France