Northern Alps Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Where to stay in Northern Alps
Chamonix City Centre
Chamonix City Centre is a destination visitors seek out for its picture-perfect mountain views, relaxing spas and popular ski slopes. You might want to check out attractions like Chamonix Alpine Museum or Le Brevent Cable Car while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Courchevel 1850
Courchevel 1850 is noteworthy for its skiing, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Verdons Gondola and Jardin Alpin 2 Gondola.
Annecy Old Town
Travellers come to Annecy Old Town for its lake views, and you can see top attractions like Lake Annecy and Palais de l Ile while you're in town.
Argentière
Argentière is noteworthy for its skiing, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Lognan Ski Lift and La Pierre à Ric.
Courchevel 1650
Courchevel 1650 is noteworthy for its skiing, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Ariondaz Gondola and Mickey Ski Lift.
Les Bossons
Unique features of Les Bossons include the skiing and mountain views. Make a stop by Glacier des Bossons Chairlift or Bossons Glacier while you're exploring the area.
La Folie Douce Hôtel Chamonix
Overall the hotel is nice but could use some improvements. The beds are terribly uncomfortable and so hard. The staff was lovely but limited for certain services. Suggest putting more support to bellman, concierge, etc vs maybe your nightly entertainment. Spa needs a complete upgrade, I would call ...
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Le Pélican
Modern, comfortable room with a great view.
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Héliopic Hôtel & Spa
Lovely place amazing staff
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Comfort Aparthotel Les Hauts d'Annecy
Room was specious and had everything we needed for a young family. Cleaned well and generally in good condition.
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Aparthotel Adagio Annecy Centre
Excellent choice of comfortable and convenient hotel at an affordable price. Thank you!
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Pierre & Vacances Premium Arc 1950 Le Village
The room was comfortable and had all the amenities needed to relax after a day skiing. The sofa bed was comfortable and easy to get out and put away. The bathroom was basic, but provided a lovely warm shower and the hotel spa facilities were good, although the outdoor pool could have been a bit warmer. ...
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Popular places to visit
Val Thorens Ski Resort
As one of the Three Valleys’ three resorts, Val Thorens’s high altitude guarantees excellent snow during the season.
Lake Annecy
Swim in this very clean lake in the picturesque valley of the Rhône-Alpes region.
Les Arcs
Les Arcs skiing is first-rate as it is, but with a Paradiski lift pass, you will be given admission to all resorts in the Paradiski area, increasing the number of trails from 107 to 253.
Méribel Ski Resort
Meribel skiing is the ultimate destination for those who love a little luxury in the snow without the touristy feel.
Val-d'Isere Ski Resort
With perfect slopes, challenging backcountry, modern lifts and a charming village, this resort in the Espace Killy continues to raise the bar for alpine ski resorts.
Megeve Ski Resort
Hit the slopes in Megeve with a visit to Megeve Ski Resort. Discover the mountain views in this trendy area.
