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Chalet-hotel Hotels in Les Houches — 4 of Our Favourites

Discover and book your perfect Les Houches hotel

There is a vast range of hotel accommodation available in Chamonix to suit all budgets and tastes.

Find loads of top tips and local insights in our Chamonix Hotel Guide.

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1. Faucigny Hotel

Location
Chamonix

Completely renovated in Scandinavian style, Le Faucigny is a charming small hotel in the town centre. Whether you're with family or friends or enjoying a romantic getaway, the hotel provides the ideal setting for a pleasant stay in the legendary Mont-Blanc valley.

Relax in the unique atmosphere of Le Faucigny, tucked away in the very heart of Chamonix. This 3* hotel has 28 rooms, spa, flowered courtyard and magnificent views of Mont-Blanc, Hotel Le Faucigny is a gem to discover.

The rooms have all been tastefully decorated in a modern style featuring white pine furniture. All rooms include WiFi access, a hairdryer and power adaptors. If you want to enjoy a cup of tea in the privacy of your own room, complimentary tea and coffee trays are available on request free of charge from reception.

The hotel offers two daily food options. In the morning you can enjoy a hearty mountain-style breakfast featuring a selection of local products from a nearby cooperative and other fresh produce. At tea time they serve delicious homemade cakes and hot drinks in the lounge.

The Spa is an area dedicated to your well-being. It includes a jacuzzi and sauna, as well as relaxation and treatment rooms to let you unwind after an active day on the mountain.

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2. Le Hameau Albert 1er Hotel

Location
Chamonix

This is undoubtedly one of the finest hotels in the Chamonix Valley. Offering four types of accommodation; from traditional and refined at the Hotel Albert Premier, the authentic but alternative Chalet Soli and Chalet Grepon to the exceptional and chic at The Farmhouse; without forgetting the Suite Martine a duplex of 150 m² facing the Mont-Blanc range; all tastes of luxury are catered for.

The hotel has 21 newly and tastefully decorated, spacious rooms in a beautiful traditional style building in the heart of Chamonix. Set in substantial grounds, the windows open out onto the Mont Blanc range, the park and the vegetable garden.

The Farmhouse, constructed from three displaced old-mountain barns, has 12 bedrooms and sits on the edge of the hotel grounds. It has been decorated throughout with wood in keeping with tradition, but has many modern touches creating an atmosphere of cosy seclusion. Together with the open fire, whirlpool spa bath and a balcony that boast views of both the Aiguilles Rouges and Mont Blanc, The Farmhouse will ensure that your stay is everything that you dreamt it would be.

Chalet Grepon is the ideal retreat for families with a spacious double room and a smaller bunk-bed room. This sleek modern alpine accommodation offers a snow-white interior with stylish furnishings including a comfortable sofas and a wood-burning stove in the living area. The chalet has a TV and DVD player to keep you entertained on an evening in and there is also a mini-bar and safe.

Chalet Soli is a small beautifully appointed chalet sleeping 4–6 people in two double rooms and a mezzanine with two single beds. It has a sauna and a living room with high vaulted ceilings creating an airy but welcoming environment for a family or a small group of friends.

The Suite Martine is a large duplex of 150m², ideally composed to welcome a family up to 6 people,in a warm atmosphere with white-washed wood throughout.

The Suite Blaitiere provides 90m² of luxurious space perfect for a family for 4, consisting of a master bedroom with a luxury en-suite bathroom and a smaller bedroom with a walk-in shower, and a communal lounge with fire, Jacuzzi bath, private steam room and a flat screen TV with a selection of online films to enjoy.

For relaxation, why not visit their Le Bachal Spa which offers an extensive programme of health, fitness, beauty and massage treatments. You can also soothe any aching muscles in the steam room and jacuzzi.

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3. La Sapiniere Hotel

Location
Chamonix

The Sapiniere offers a peaceful stay just five minutes from Chamonix centre.

Guests face the scenic Savoy meadows, popular with children, beginners and paragliders alike.

With direct access to the Brévent-Flégère ski area and a bus stop right outside, you can easily explore all the Chamonix resorts, including Les Grands Montets, Le Tour Balme, Les Houches and Les Planards. Inside the hotel, you’ll find plenty of thoughtful amenities including high-speed Wi-Fi, a sauna and outdoor hot tub, private parking and a lively bar hosting regular live music events.

Start your day with a breakfast featuring local products, and rely on the friendly team to help arrange ski lessons, guides, paragliding flights or restaurant reservations. Dog-friendly and welcoming, the Sapiniere is an ideal base for your mountain adventures.

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4. Hermitage Paccard Chalet Hotel

Location
Chamonix

Chalet Hôtel Hermitage offers traditional alpine comfort just five minutes from Chamonix centre.

Since 1920, four generations of the Paccard family have welcomed guests with genuine warmth and a passion for mountain life, creating a cosy chalet atmosphere filled with natural wood, stone and woollen materials.

The hotel features 28 rooms and suites, all designed with love and offering breathtaking views of Mont Blanc. Just a five-minute walk from the city centre, it’s perfectly positioned for exploring the best of Chamonix’s outdoor activities.

Relax and rejuvenate in the Jardin Alpin, an outdoor wellness area dedicated to nature’s essential elements. The spa includes three saunas, a cedar wood jacuzzi, a natural pond, and a relaxation room — all set against the stunning alpine backdrop. Whether you’re enjoying breakfast, tea time, or an aperitif in the lounge or your room, the hotel offers cosy spaces to unwind after a day of skiing, hiking, or board sports.

With individual ski lockers, room service, a bar and lounge, and a separate chalet for larger groups, Chalet Hôtel Hermitage blends authentic mountain charm with modern luxury for an unforgettable stay in the heart of the Alps.