Chalet Altitude Val Thorens
The nearest ski lift is a mere 300m from the residence. Access to the slopes from the residence is 300m (a 5-10 minute walk downhill), whilst the resort centre of Val Thorens itself and the Ecole de Ski Francais (ESF) ski school are a 15-20 minute walk downhill (allow a little longer to walk back!).
Chalet Altitude is built in the traditional Savoyard style and offers excellent amenities. There are a total of just 20 luxury self-catering ski apartments with outstanding views over the resort and ski slopes from the balconies.
Facilities at Chalet Altitude include:
- Reception,
- Free access to the 'wellness area' including private indoor heated pool and sauna - open Sunday-Friday 10am-8pm,
- The residence next door, Chalet Val 2400, has a bar named the 'Red Fox' where snacks and a takeaway service are available (open from 4pm-2am),
- Luggage room,
- Free Wi-Fi internet access (in all apartments),
- Ski lockers with heated boot dryers,
- Underground parking (pay locally, subject to availability so request at time of booking, max height 2.10m),
- Bread/pastry delivery service (arrange and pay locally, order at reception).
Val Thorens is a semi-pedestrian ski resort, meaning you can drive through the resort and unload your luggage at your chosen apartment or hotel and then you must park your vehicle in the residences car park or one of the public car parks in the resort, you are not allowed to park in the street. Chalet Altitude has private underground parking (max height 2.10m, pay locally) or you can use one of the public outdoor or covered car parks (payable & pre-bookable).
Please note: Official star rating is 5 Star.
What our clients say
December 2023Great service beforehand as per usual and staff at Chalet Altitude were superb - excellent English and really accommodating. Being able to check in early made the week start brilliantly.
The loan of cots and highchairs, baby bath, & bottle warmer (request at time of booking, cot mattress & linen not provided), raclette and fondue sets are also possible (all subject to availability).
The spacious self-catering ski apartments at Chalet Altitude in Val Thorens are fitted and furnished to a very good standard of comfort and convenience. The traditional alpine interiors are well-designed, with a cosy and homely feel. They have a fully equipped kitchen with ceramic hob, oven, microwave, fridge-freezer, dishwasher, a filter coffee machine, toaster and kettle. All apartments have a living area with a lovely real stone fireplace (1 free bag of logs provided), digital flat-screen TV, Wi-Fi internet access and a balcony. Bath or shower room and wc.
Apartment types:
2 bedroom apartment sleeping 4 (c.56m2): bedroom with double bed, bedroom with 2 single beds
3 bedroom apartment sleeping 6 (c.84m2): 2 x bedrooms with double bed, bedroom with 2 single beds or bedroom with double bed, 2 x bedrooms with 2 single beds, extra shower room, extra wc
4 bedroom apartment sleeping 8 (c.97m2): 2 x bedrooms with double bed, 2 x bedrooms with 2 single beds, 2 x extra shower rooms, extra wc
5 bedroom apartment sleeping 10 (c.115m2): 2 x bedrooms with double bed, 3 x bedrooms with 2 single beds, 3 x extra shower rooms, 2 x extra wc
5 bedroom duplex apartment sleeping 10 (c.120m2): 2 x bedrooms with double bed, 3 x bedrooms with 2 single beds, extra bathroom, 2 x extra shower rooms, 2 x extra wc. Duplex
6 bedroom duplex apartment sleeping 12 (c.125m2): 2 x bedrooms with double bed, 3 x bedrooms with 2 single beds, bedroom with bunk beds, extra bathroom, 2 x extra shower rooms, 2 x extra wc. Duplex
6 bedroom apartment sleeping 12 (c.135m2): 3 x bedrooms with double bed, 3 x bedrooms with 2 single beds, extra bathroom, 3 x extra shower rooms, 3 x extra wc
3 Valleys Lift Pass Offers 25/26
| Resort | Lift Pass Type | Validity | Days | Special Offer | Saving |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Les Menuires, St Martin de Belleville, Val Thorens | 3 Valleys/Smaller pass | All season | 6 or 7 | 6 or 7-day family flex pass offer (everyone at child's price, max 2 adults, min 1 child (5-17yrs), up to 6 children) |
Chalet Altitude Val Thorens Prices
Apartment Prices 24/25 (Self-Catered)
Prices per accommodation (not per person) including Eurotunnel LeShuttle crossing for a standard car, self-catering in £s, per week
7 nights Sat-Sat
Chalet Altitude Val Thorens Prices
Apartment Prices 25/26 (Self-Catered)
Prices per accommodation (not per person) including Eurotunnel LeShuttle crossing for a standard car, self-catering in £s, per week
7 nights Sat-Sat
Please contact us about 2025/26 advance bookings by giving one of our Alpine specialists a call on 023 9283 9310 or emailing reservations@peakretreats.co.uk. You can also contact us on our live chat facility.
Price includes:
Fully equipped apartment, bed linen with beds made on arrival (except for beds in the living room: only bed linen, pillows and blankets are provided), towels (1 small & 1 large per person) with mid-week change, cleaning kit (1 tea towel, 2 dishwasher tablets, 1 sponge, 1 cloth, 100ml washing up liquid & 100ml multi-purpose cleaner), end of stay cleaning (excluding kitchen area, dishes, bins & balcony), digital flat-screen TV, 1 bag of firewood, ski lockers with heated boots rack, free Wi-Fi internet access (in all apartments) and access to the indoor heated pool and sauna.
Payable locally:
- Refundable breakage deposit: €500/apartment,
- Local Tourist Tax: c.€3.41/pp/day (18yrs+, guiding fare),
- Extra firewood: €10/bag,
- Bakery delivery service on request at the reception,
- Extra bathrobe: €10pp/week,
- Underground parking €80/week/car (pay locally, subject to availability so request at time of booking, max. height 2.10m),
- Pets welcome €90/stay (max 2/apt) on presentation of the anti-rabies certificate, request at time of booking.
Price is unless specified, per accommodation, per week, on a self-catering basis, in £s Sterling, including a Standard Eurotunnel LeShuttle crossing from Folkestone to Calais with a car with free FlexiPlus upgrade on selected dates. A supplement will apply for travel on certain peak dates. £15 each way supplement for high cars (above 1.85m) will also apply. Other routes and operators available (including P&O routes from Hull to Rotterdam plus Brittany Ferries route from Portsmouth to Caen). Accommodation only deduct £420.
Guide dates:
* outbound 19-22 Dec 24
** outbound 27-28 Dec 24 and returns on 03-05 Jan 25
*** outbound on 14-16 Feb 25 and returns on 21-24 Feb 25
**** outbound on 4-6 Apr 25 and returns on 11-14 Apr 25
***** outbound on 10-13, 17-20 Apr 25 and returns on 18-21, 26-27 Apr 25
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