Le Tsanteleina
Contemporary Classic & Lively — alpine warmth with a polished edge. Timber beams, rich colors, open fireplaces. Feels genuinely mountain, not faux-alpine. Equally good for families and couples looking for après-ski convenience without sacrificing comfort.
Mountain-facing rooms always have a balcony and face the iconic Face de Bellevarde — worth the upgrade
Why It Matters
One of Val d'Isère's most established family-run hotels, open since 1948 and still owned by the Mattis family. Listed in the Michelin Guide and on Tablet Hotels. The Pure Spa spanning two floors is unusually generous for a mountain property of this size. Strong ski logistics — individual lockers with boot dryers, on-site ski pass sales, and a partner rental shop.
Family-owned since 1948 and named after the 3,602-meter peak that looms behind the resort, Le Tsanteleina sits right in the center of Val d'Isère, 150 meters from the first ski lifts. The chalet-style building packs in warm wood beams and hunting-cabin accents alongside polished finishes — rustic and refined at the same time. Four distinct identities under one roof: 54 hotel rooms, the Brasserie M restaurant, the M Bar, and the two-level Pure Spa.
Where You'll Stay
11 room types available
Classique Montagne
From EUR429 / nightMountain-facing room looking out over the Face de Bellevarde — the iconic Olympic downhill run. Balcony included on all mountain-facing rooms. The view makes the modest room size easy to forgive. Timber beams and alpine-warm décor.
Double or TwinClassique Salon Montagne
From EUR451 / nightMountain-view room with a small separate salon/sitting area — useful when you're stuck inside on a bad weather day and want somewhere to spread out. Balcony with Bellevarde views.
Double or TwinClassique Village
From EUR352 / nightA step up from Standard — slightly more space and a village-facing aspect. Same core fixtures including coffee machine, minibar, and en-suite bathroom with bathrobe and slippers. Good value for couples in shoulder weeks.
Double or TwinJunior Suite Montagne
From EUR611 / night38 sqm facing the mountain with a balcony and Bellevarde views. Sleeps up to 5 guests — one double bed, a sofa bed, and a single bed. The go-to choice for families of 3–4 who want the mountain aspect and don't need a fully separate lounge.
Double + Sofa Bed + Single · 38 sqmJunior Suite Village
From EUR534 / night32 sqm with village views, sleeping up to 4 guests. One double bed plus a single bed or sofa bed. Smart choice for a small family or two couples sharing. Interconnects with other room types for larger groups.
Double + Single or Sofa Bed · 32 sqmStandard Village
From EUR325 / nightEntry-level room with village view over Avenue Olympique. Compact by any measure — this is a French ski hotel — but well-fitted with everything you need: satellite TV, free Wi-Fi, coffee machine, minibar, bathrobe and slippers. Works well for two guests who plan to spend most of their time on the slopes or in the spa.
Double or TwinSuite Familiale Montagne
From EUR820 / nightThe largest room in the house at 56 sqm. Two bedrooms, dressing room, and a large south-facing balcony with full Bellevarde views. Sleeping configuration covers up to 6 guests: double bed, sofa bed, and bunk beds. Purpose-built for families. The dressing room is genuinely useful when six people are trying to sort ski gear in the morning.
Double + Sofa Bed + Bunk Beds · 56 sqmSuite Montagne
From EUR732 / night42 sqm mountain suite sleeping 4–5 guests with a fully separated sleeping and lounge area. Balcony with Bellevarde views. Interconnects with Classique Montagne or Supérieure Salon Montagne rooms for larger family groups.
Double · 42 sqmSuite Village
From EUR638 / nightVillage-facing suite with separated sleeping and lounge areas. Generous for the category in a French ski hotel. Some configurations include a mezzanine sleeping area — good for a couple with one child.
DoubleSupérieure Salon Montagne
From EUR495 / nightSuperior mountain room with salon, balcony, and Bellevarde views. More generous floor plan than the Classique Salon. Interconnects with Suite Montagne for families needing extra sleeping space.
Double or TwinSupérieure Village
From EUR374 / nightThe top of the village-view tier. More floor space than the Classique, still facing Avenue Olympique. Some have balconies. All the standard-in-category kit: flat-screen TV, coffee machine, minibar, robes and slippers.
Double or TwinThe Property
Eat & Drink
2 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
On-site game room for guests, useful for families with children and bad-weather days.
An in-hotel library — good for snowed-in days or early evenings before dinner. Mentioned in the hotel's Instagram bio as a distinct feature.
Hotel's official partner rental shop. Wide range of skis and boots available. Arranged via the hotel.
Individual ski lockers on the ground floor of the hotel — one per room. Boots go in warm overnight. Makes morning departures significantly less chaotic.
Buy half-day, full-day, or multi-day ski passes directly at the hotel desk — no surcharge, same price as lift offices. Saves queuing in town. Also available to purchase online at www.valdisere.ski/en/.
Hotel sits 150m from the ski lifts in central Val d'Isère. Direct access to the Tignes–Val d'Isère ski area with 300 km of pistes and two glaciers. Ski pass sales available at reception at standard resort price, no markup.
Virtual visit of the resort available via the hotel website for pre-trip planning.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
The M Bar doubles as a co-working space with Wi-Fi, and can be partially privatized for meetings, seminars, sports events, and group functions.
Free Wi-Fi throughout all rooms and public areas including the M Bar.
All published room rates are on a bed and breakfast basis. Buffet-style breakfast served each morning.
Babysitting available on request, arranged through the concierge.
Interconnecting room configurations available — Suite Montagne connects to Classique Montagne or Supérieure Salon Montagne; Junior Suite Village connects to Standard Village rooms. Contact hotel to arrange.
Pets allowed on request at €25 per pet per day. Must be pre-arranged.
24-hour front desk and concierge available to book taxis, restaurants, ski lessons, babysitting, activities, and more.
Room service available including the M Bar's snacking menu.
Valet team parks your vehicle on arrival and retrieves it for departure. Covered private garage 100m from the hotel at €25/day. Service runs 8am–8pm (hours vary on weekends). Inform hotel of expected arrival time.
Electric vehicle charging available at the covered garage. Must be requested in advance at reception.
Heated to 28°C, part of the Pure Spa on two levels. Free for all hotel guests. Big bay windows with mountain views.
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