The best hotels and ski chalets in Méribel

Accommodation in Méribel is mostly in upmarket chalets, but there is also a good selection of hotels and self-catering apartments, plus an increasing number of super-luxe hotels.

Of note, the Antares Residence, with 63 ski-in/ski-out apartments and specialist spa-clinic in the Belvedere area, fully opened in 2022/23. While new accommodation for 2023/24 includes Les Chalets Celenia in the La Gittaz area, near the Olympe gondola; Falcon Lodge, an apart-hotel with wellness area and breakfast delivery service in Méribel centre; and Le Yana, a residence in the Belvédère area.

The spread-out geography of the resort means accommodation can be at a distance from the town centre and only the minority have slopeside access. However, companies offering chalets or hotels without direct access to the piste usually provide efficient private minibus transfers – and the roomy resort buses run regularly and are free of charge.

For further Méribel inspiration, see our guides to the resort’s best restaurants and après ski.

Opposite the piste in Mottaret, with modern bedrooms, a large lounge area and restaurant with valley views. The bar opens onto a sun terrace and there is a lively après scene. In 21/22, Hôtel & Spa Le Mottaret added 15 more rooms and a new wellness area with a heated swimming pool, sauna and hammam.

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Although more modestly presented than its swishier counterparts in Méribel, Hotel Les Arolles lacks nothing in terms of warmth and welcome. Staff are friendly and this 52-room hotel is on the piste at the top of Mottaret. Food is good too, and there’s a pool and sauna.

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Centrally located just 50m from the closest ski lift and positioned within easy walking distance of the resort’s shops, bars and restaurants, Hotel L’Eterlou is a charming three-star that punches above its weight with an outdoor heated pool, hot tub and sauna. The interior includes the fine Grange Restaurant with roaring open fire and attentive staff, modern bar and reception and adjoining games room, with a pool table. There’s a giant boot room and a choice of bedrooms all kitted out in a traditional Savoyard style.

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A super-chic, family-run hotel with 55 stylish rooms and suites, a spa and two restaurants Le Coucou is located on the piste opposite the resort’s top-most hub of Rond-Pont at 1,600m, about 10 minutes drive from resort centre.

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Above Méribel’s satellite village of Les Allues, Refuge de la Traye opened in 2019 after much anticipation. The refuge is made up of a cluster of buildings and only 19 guests at a time. Accommodation is swathed in sheepskin throws and high-thread-count sheets, it promises seclusion in highly-luxurious alpine style, along with cutting-edge spa treatments. Getting there entails a 20-minute ride up through the pretty pine forest above Les Allues in the cabin of an all-terrain electric snowcat with panoramic windows.

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A wonderful old traditional four-star hotel, the Relais & Chateau Grand Coeur is right on the piste just above the village centre. The 43 rooms and suites have been recently refurbished and all have balconies or terraces. The gourmet restaurant serves traditional French cuisine and has an extensive wine list. There’s a sauna, steam room and hot tub.

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Book it: £2,095, with Ski Solutions.

Méribel’s swishest five-star hotel, with 42 rooms, two suites and a Nuxe spa with large pool, six treatment rooms, sauna, hammam and spectacular ice fountain. It welcomes families.

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Premium Residence L’Hévana opened in 2019/20 and brought a new wave of up-market self-catering to the resort. There are 95 one-, two- and three-bedroom apartments including 17 which are rated “exceptional” with private sauna and fireplace. Its gourmet restaurant, the Partâjo, opened in December 2022 and offers Savoyard dishes with suggested wine and cheese pairings.

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A comfortable chalet with six bedrooms on three floors, Chalet Le Cedre Blanc has a large living area leading on to a sunny terrace. Complimentary shuttles to the ski lifts are provided, and the town centre is a 15 minute walk.

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Book it: From £1,209 with Inghams.

A modern catered chalet with contemporary furniture, Chalet Laetitia has five bedrooms and is ideal for groups and families. It has five en-suite bedrooms (some with Jacuzzi baths), a fabulous dining area and separate living area. There’s an outdoor hot tub, sauna and gym. The ski bus stop is 300m away.

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Book it: From £1,429 with Skiworld. 

Booking.com rates above are guide prices per person per night, please note that packages can differ across accommodation. Please check the properties’ websites for further information on what’s included.

Unless stated otherwise, prices are per person, based on two sharing a double or twin room half-board for seven nights, including flights and transfers.