Villars-Gryon, Swiss Alps

Villars-Gryon: 5 things to know before you go

Swiss Alps, Switzerland 🇨🇭

A sunny, family resort in the Vaud Alps with grand views over the Rhône valley, Villars-Gryon links to Les Diablerets and the Glacier 3000. Relaxed and scenic, it is a long-time favourite of Swiss boarding schools.

1.Is the snow reliable in Villars-Gryon?

Usually, with help. From 1300 m to 2120 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?

At 125 km of piste on 44 lifts, it is a substantial mountain that rewards a multi-day stay. The terrain is balanced (0 green, 30 blue, 30 red, 10 black), which suits a mixed-level group skiing together.

4.What is the resort like?

Villars-Gryon stands out for a family-friendly setup.

5.When is the best time to go?

The season usually runs Dec 14 to Apr 7 (about 16 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 Villars-Gryon 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 Villars-Gryon have?
About 820 m of vertical, from a 1300 m base to 2120 m at the top.
Is Villars-Gryon part of a larger ski area?
Yes. Villars-Gryon is part of the Villars-Gryon-Les Diablerets ski area, one of the big linked domains, so a single lift pass opens the whole thing.
Is Villars-Gryon good for beginners?
It can work: 0 green and 30 blue runs are enough to start, though the area rewards skiers who can already link turns.

Where to stay

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

Chalet RoyAlp Hôtel & Spa
4.7715 reviews
235
Top pick

Chalet RoyAlp Hôtel & Spa

Excellent · 715 reviews

Why we like it

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

Guests rate this hotel as excellent (4.7/5 from 715 reviews). It sits about 700 m from the slopes. A upper-scale option for Villars-Gryon, with live nightly rates shown for your exact dates so you always see the best price.

≈ 700 m to the slopesUpper-scale
From
235/ night
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Hôtel Restaurant Lac des Chavonnes
4.5709 reviews
170

Hôtel Restaurant Lac des Chavonnes

Very good · 709 reviews

Why we like it

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

≈ 4.4 km to the slopesMid-range
From
170/ night
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Villars Palace
4.5405 reviews
185

Villars Palace

Very good · 405 reviews

Why we like it

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

≈ 100 m to the slopesUpper-scale
From
185/ night
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VIU Hotel Villars
4.4406 reviews
175

VIU Hotel Villars

Very good · 406 reviews

Why we like it

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

≈ 350 m to the slopesMid-range
From
175/ night
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Live snow reportSki-in/ski-out: Switzerland