We (my husband and I) visited Chamonix whist staying in Geneva.
I am not a skier, though had read about the various things to do in Chnamonix and seen pictures of the spectacular views of mount Blanc and thought that it was definately worth a visit.
We visited on a beautifully sunny day, ... Read review
In the very heart of Chamonix, nestling in the quiet calm of its shaded and floral ... more
gardens, this grand 19th century hotel has everything it needs to offer you a marvelous stay.Relaxation, escape each day in style, get some fresh air and experience through the mountains.All those who have already sampled the charm of this hotel of reasonable size, have elected it their secret second home.
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La Savoyarde is a family hotel located on the heights of Chamonix, ten minutes from the ... more
centre of town, and offers a splendid view of the Massif du Mont Blanc.This quiet country cottage was built in 1830, making it one of the oldest Chamionard houses in the region. Although newly renovated and modernised, it still wears the charm and style of the 19th-century.Guestrooms have a personalized décor in the traditional Savoyarde style. They are tastefully decorated and furnished and equipped with modern en suite facilities. Most rooms offer a pleasant view of the mountains.Guests staying at the hotel will love the close proximity (50 metres) of the Brevant cable car that provides access up the sunny south side of the Chamonix Valley.Notable guests of La Savoyard have included the famous automobile designer André Citroen, the brilliant English writer Graham Greene and the British Field Marshall Montgomery who came to Chamonix twice, and both times the city requested the hotel for him.
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For 4 generations now the Cheilan family has been doing everything to make your holiday a ... more
happy one. Their motto is: you are at home in our home.If you arrive at the railway station of Le Fayet or Chamonix, someone will come pick you up. Fancy a savoury bite? Olivier Cheilan proposes delicate cuisine, with a touch of Provence flavours and strong regional influences in a wonderful setting; on a shady terrace in the summertime or in a cosy and refined dining room in the winter. With an architecture dating back to the early 20th century, the hotel lies in Tines, the last village in the Chamonix Valley, and benefits from one of the loveliest views of the Mont Blanc range.
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The Hotel Alpina offers comfortable rooms in the centre of Chamonix, next to the Mont ... more
Blanc and the Aiguille du Midi. There is a private shuttle service to the slopes. Rooms are spacious and comfortable. You have the choice between a room facing either the rugged slopes of the Brévent, or the snow-covered slopes of Mont Blanc. Come and enjoy the Alpina’s restaurant Le Vista, situated on the 7th floor of the hotel. The Surf and Turf all-you-can-eat buffet is not to be missed.Every Saturday there is a welcome gathering organised to introduce you to the group and familiarise you with the ski resort. An information desk is available on site 7 days a week. You can collect meal vouchers and organise skiing lessons and excursions there.
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Mercure Chamonix Les Bossons rests at the foot of the Mont-Blanc glaciers in the heart of ... more
an Alpine garden. It represents a contemporary chalet style and is just 5 minutes from the city of Chamonix.All guestrooms are air-conditioned and equipped with modern en suite facilities, flat-screen satellite TV and Wi-Fi internet access. 2 rooms have been adapted for people with disabilities.The hotel also features a relaxation area with a sauna, a whirlpool and heated covered swimming pool, surrounded with plate glass windows allowing you to bathe under the panorama of the glaciers.Cote Glacier features traditional and regional French cuisine and la Jonction, the hotel bar, has a lounge area facing an open fire, serves snacks and cocktails and is open until midnight.A free public shuttle to the town centre and ski areas is available just 1 kilometre from the hotel.
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Situated in Chamonix, at the foot of Mont Blanc and at the heart of the Alpine mountains, ... more
the Grand Hotel des Alpes offers unique accommodation.Built in 1840, the residence was entirely renovated and modernised in 2004 without disturbing its period charm and character.The friendly and attentive staff welcome you in an elegant and familial atmosphere. Enjoy its stylish woodwork, comfortable lounge with a view of the Massif de Mont Blanc or relax at the bar next to the fireplace.Guestrooms are warm and welcoming and furnished with style. They are all equipped with modern en suite facilities, satellite TV and free Wi-Fi internet access.This lovely location allows guests the opportunity to appreciate the typical charm of the city centre and the enchanting surrounding area all year round.
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This Savoyarde-style residential hotel has apartments with balconies offering ... more
uninterrupted views of the Mont Blanc mountain chain. Les Balcons du Savoy is a 3-minute walk from the town centre and is positioned in front of the Savoy ski lift, which serves the Brévent-Flégère ski slopes. At the hotel you can find an indoor swimming pool, a games room, a bar and a lounge. Each spacious apartment is traditionally furnished and features a fully equipped kitchen, satellite TV and a large balcony with outdoor furniture. Private, covered parking and individual ski lockers are available.
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This family hotel has a warm atmosphere and a traditional design. It is located opposite ... more
the tourist office in the centre of Chamonix and close to a shuttle departure point.Guest rooms are comfortable and equipped with all modern facilities including a flat-screen TV and free Wi-Fi. They boast a mountain view of either Brévent or Mont Blanc, and most have a balcony.Start the day with the American style buffet breakfast. Relax in the bar with a drink or enjoy a snack from 16:00 to 01:00.In summer, you can enjoy the heated rooftop swimming pool with its superb view of Mont Blanc. Sit on the large, panoramic terrace or take time out in the sauna (reservation needed).
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Advantages: something for every body, fantastic views Disadvantages: weather dependent
We (my husband and I) visited Chamonix whist staying in Geneva.
I am not a skier, though had read about the various things to do in Chnamonix and seen pictures of the spectacular views of mount Blanc and thought that it was definately worth a visit.
We visited on a beautifully sunny day, with out a cloud in sight, the views of mount blanc were fantastic and their was a lot of skiers making the most of the opportunity ... ...felt really lucky to be in such a picturesque place on such a fantastic day.
We bought tickets for the cable car which takes you up to the middle point of the mountain,, going up was such and adventure, as there was no cloud and the views were absolutely breathtaking.
At the highest point, we were both a litte cold, but had the sun beating down on us, we made the most of the opportunity and took lots of photograhs before ... more
We (my husband and I) visited Chamonix whist staying in Geneva.
I am not a skier, though had read about the various things to do in Chnamonix and seen pictures of the spectacular views of mount Blanc and thought that it was definately worth a visit.
We visited on a beautifully sunny day, with out a cloud in sight, the views of mount blanc were fantastic and their was a lot of skiers making the most of the opportunity to ski in such perfect conditions.
We felt really lucky to be in such a picturesque place on such a fantastic day.
We bought tickets for the cable car which takes you up to the middle point of the mountain,, going up was such and adventure, as there was no cloud and the views were absolutely breathtaking.
At the highest point, we were both a litte cold, but had the sun beating down on us, we made the most of the opportunity and took lots of photograhs before it was time to go into the cafe and warm up a little!
The hot chocolate and chocolate cake were just the right thing to fill me up and keep my energy up -it's quite a strange feeling to be so high up, and to stop me from getting dizzy I needed a bite to eat.
Then, it was time for our descent, this was the best part of the day, as half way down , we were able to get out of the cable car and watch people sun bathing in the snow! As we were no longer at the highest point of the mountain, we were warm as we stepped out on the snow, we then decided to make the most of a great opportunity and had a snow ball fight!
A snowball fight in the sunshine half way down mount blanc was quite an experience, I must say, and we had alot of laughs. When we were worn out it was nice to just be able to sit in the snow and gaze in awe at the beautiful scenery all around us.
Heading to the bottom of the mountain, we became hotter still and decided that we should have a bite to eat and a refreshing drink!
Walking throught the quaint little streets of Chamonix we came accross a pony and cart, cobbled streets and many shops and cafes -the views of the mountain were spectacular and every five minutes I could be caught turning back to take a different view of mount Blanc -every time you looked at the mountain from a different angle, the photographs just seemed to get better and better!
We sat at a small cafe' outside, so that we still could enjoy the sun and sip our drinks whilst still appreciating the beauty of the mountain.
After a bite to eat, it was time to visit the steam train which took us down to the glacier and ice valley, I was very excited about seeing the glacier on such a beautiful day.
The train ride down was lovely, the views of the mountain from the train were fantastic and this was a journey that seemed very fitting with the whole atmosphere of Chamonix.
We walked along the path which led to the glacier ice valley -the ice sparked in the sunshine and dripped occasionally as it melted . Fantastic photo opportunities.
Entering the enclosed glacier was very strange -the walls appeared a misty blue as the ice continued to glisten from the incoming sunshine.
The walls felt smooth, and in the centre of the "room" we were treated to a clock face! The way the ice was sculpted to allow us to enter the glacier was a truly unique experience and one which I would recommend to anybody.
The whole day had filled our bodies with fresh mountain air and our senses with the wonders of nature - a fantastic place to visit if you get the opportunity with something for every one.
Advantages: Spectacular veiws, rapid cable car access. Disadvantages: Price
...The Spectacular vision of the Mont Blanc rising before you and the enormous collecting snow bowl which feeds the glacier will both dazzle and feel you with awe. I reccommend you try to go on a cloudless day. The brightness of the snow against the skyline and mountain will get your cameras clicking. The cloud can often build up around the mountain summits and if you are not careful you will find you have a very restricted view.
Worth mentioning is ... ...scantilt clad tourists venturing up in the cable car in the middle of summer, only to see them again at the top, blue with cold. The top cable car stops at over 3800 metres and even on the hottest day the temperature will normally be below freezing, (its a glacier after all !). The wind can be raw and make the wind chill seem even lower. It is not uncommon to have several feet of new smow on the platforms in summer after a storm.
There is a bar/cafe ...
Bobstar 05.06.2006
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