Hotel Cassany, Andorra la Vella

Advantages: cheaper and quieter than the Alps
Disadvantages: long transfer

...in Andorra.. A car is recommended as we experienced long waits for the ski bus. Last year we stayed at the bottom of the red bubble in La Massana - Hotel Magic - can definitely recommend it - lovely 4* star hotel, large rooms with free broadband, really good choice of food and a handy location. Pal is on your doorstep, it's a short drive to both Arcalis and Andorra la Vella. With the right conditions Pal is a great resort with decent runs, loads of mad off piste, trees etc.. but then there is Arcalis.. it's about a 15 minute drive away, Arcalis is the highest resort in Andorra and as there are no hotels there it is mostly local people in the know who go there, or those brave enough to wait for a ski bus. It can be busy with lots of Spanish at weekends, go during the week and you will have untouched powder on every run ! The piste's are good... Read review

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Advantages: close to ski lifts, bars and restaurants
Disadvantages: food can be a bit repetitive

...Not a bad little hotel. Quite small, especially the bar but the rooms were very clean and comfortable and the food was fine. The staff were friendly and helpful. It was very close to the ski lifts (1 minutes walk) and was centrally located for most of the shops and bars. The only downside to the Como Pedrosa is that it is at the top of a steep hill and it can be a real hike back up after a night out, though as there are plenty of bars and restaurants close by this is not too much of a problem. It is within easy reach of the capital Andorra La Vella (20 minutes on bus) though the transfers from Toulouse are quite long at approx 4 - 5 hours. Overall I would stay here again, no problem.... Read review

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Advantages: Scenery, perfect for a winter holiday
Disadvantages: Longevity is low due to small size of country and lack of alternative activities

...have one main road going through the centre. --- ACCOMODATION --- There is a wide range of accommodation available from apartments, hotels, hostels to campsites and 5star deluxe residences. It was strange to see people camping when it was snowing and their tents were covered in it. Most places usually always have facilities and a view nearby (shops, restaurants etc) --- ACTIVITIES --- Snow activities are the overwhelming reason most people go to Andorra and they are certainly well equipped for it. They have numerous high quality slopes served by excellent facilities which cater for all tastes and abilities. Other snow activities include snowmobiles, trekking (by foot or horse) and climbing. Went I visited, there was a Spanish Bank holiday and I certainly noticed a large increase in the number of visitors, but usually I found it quiet... Read review

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