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Pullman Lyon

Hotel in Lyon

Situated in Lyon and with Part-Dieu Train Station reachable within 200 metres, Pullman Lyon features concierge services, non-smoking rooms, a terrace, free WiFi throughout the property and a...

M
Mrs Aggie
From
United Kingdom
I like everybody about this hotel. The staff are welcoming and very professional, not pretentious. Facilities are clean and classy. You don't have to wait endlessly for anything.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 3,462 reviews
Location 9.1
Price from
US$263.38
1 night, 2 adults
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Miura

Hotel in Voglans

Located in Voglans, 7.6 km from SavoiExpo, Miura provides accommodation with a terrace, private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

C
Carol
From
Canada
This place is absolutely lovely and quite a bargain considering the level of service and amenities. We loved the beautiful grounds and our comfy room. The real stars are the staff- exceptionally helpful and fun. We particularly enjoyed chatting with the servers in the restaurant where we enjoyed one of the best meals of our six week trip (and that’s saying something since we enjoyed a lot of great meals in France and Italy). Highly recommend this place and wish we could have stayed longer. We will definitely stay there again.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,350 reviews
Location 8.8
Price from
US$139.32
1 night, 2 adults
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Ecrin Blanc Resort Courchevel - Aquapark

Hotel in Courchevel

Set in Courchevel, 47 km from Halle Olympique d'Albertville, Ecrin Blanc Resort Courchevel - Aquapark offers accommodation with a fitness centre, private parking, a garden and a terrace.

J
Joyce
From
Switzerland
The hotel is a wonderful place to stay with or without family. Very spacious rooms and the interior are well done. Cosy and chic. The afternoon tea is a must! Staying at the hotel you have access to the aqua motion which is amazing in itself.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,455 reviews
Location 9.0
Price from
US$949.18
1 night, 2 adults
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InterContinental Lyon - Hotel Dieu by IHG

Hotel in Lyon

Situated in Lyon, 1.2 km from Musée Miniature et Cinéma, InterContinental Lyon - Hotel Dieu by IHG features accommodation with a fitness centre, private parking, a garden and a terrace.

J
James
From
Canada
Breakfast was exceptional. We loved your roomm
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,988 reviews
Location 9.7
Price from
US$487.84
1 night, 2 adults
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Heliopic Hotel & Spa

Hotel in Chamonix-Mont-Blanc

Set in Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, Hôtel L'Heliopic Sweet and Spa features a 500-m2 Spa, ice cave, indoor swimming pool, Two Hammams and sauna.

Z
Z_Shirokuma
From
Japan
Facilities, location and drink service. It is really good and useful, 24/7 free services for drinking water , sparkling water, orange juice, and coffee.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,686 reviews
Location 9.5
Price from
US$222.81
1 night, 2 adults
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Le Domaine des Oliviers

Hotel in Pierrelatte

Located in Pierrelatte, Le Domaine des Oliviers offers an outdoor seasonal swimming pool, terrace, garden and bar. The Gorges de l’Ardèche and Vallon-Pont d’Arc are both 35 km from the hotel.

J
Jan
From
Netherlands
A great place to stay, and the restaurant is excellent. We will stay here again when we're in the area.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,076 reviews
Location 8.6
Price from
US$181.25
1 night, 2 adults
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Eden Hotel, Apartments and Chalet Chamonix Les Praz

Hotel in Chamonix-Mont-Blanc

Hotel Eden sits in Praz, a 2-minute drive from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc's town centre and 100 metres from Flegere cable car. Most of the rooms have views of the Chamonix Valley or Mont Blanc.

S
Shirley
From
Netherlands
The view from everywhere in the hotel is incredible! The rooms are super comfortable, and the common areas (living room and breakfast/dining room) are so cozy!!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,103 reviews
Location 9.1
Price from
US$105.54
1 night, 2 adults
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Hotel Du Clocher

Hotel in Chamonix-Mont-Blanc

This town house converted into a hotel is set in a quiet dead end street in the heart of Chamonix. This situation is calm yet close to public transportation.

J
James
From
Australia
Well restored and decorated in rooms, dining room, and salon. Excellent ski and boot store 2m from the front door. Staff were happy and so helpful, even preemptively (they saw i had bought wine and they quietly got 2 wine glasses and left them next to the bottle) etc.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,108 reviews
Location 9.7
Price from
US$133.51
1 night, 2 adults
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Hôtel Maison Lacassagne Lyon

Hotel in Lyon

Located in Lyon and within 6 km of Part-Dieu Train Station, Hôtel Maison Lacassagne Lyon features a garden, non-smoking rooms, and free WiFi throughout the property.

S
Serhiy
From
Czech Republic
Very cozy hotel in a quiet area of Lyon. The staff were very helpful and nice. The rooms were nicely decorated, and the breakfast was excelent.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 2,170 reviews
Location 8.1
Price from
US$156.20
1 night, 2 adults
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HÔTEL PANORAMA 360 Bourg en Bresse - Cœur de ville

Hotel in Bourg-en-Bresse

Located in Bourg-en-Bresse, 3.6 km from Ainterexpo, HÔTEL PANORAMA 360 Bourg en Bresse - Cœur de ville provides accommodation with a shared lounge, private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

N
Nicholas
From
United Kingdom
Manager was ultra helpful particularly sorting safe parking out for our motorcycles.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 186 reviews
Location 8.7
Price from
US$127.71
1 night, 2 adults
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Rhône-Alps's best hotels with breakfast

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 380 reviews

    Set in Saint-Gervais-les-Bains, within 43 km of Skyway Monte Bianco and 49 km of Halle Olympique d'Albertville, Wanderful Life MontBlanc refuge haut de gamme offers accommodation with a shared lounge...

    From US$181.42 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 240 reviews

    Hôtel Restaurant Le Madame has a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, garden, a shared lounge and terrace in La Ferrière.

    From US$131.34 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.5
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 139 reviews

    Located in Demi-Quartier, 40 km from Halle Olympique d'Albertville, Magic Megève Bois provides accommodation with a shared lounge, private parking, a terrace and a restaurant. 45 km from Skyway Monte...

    From US$338.91 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 324 reviews

    Located in Livron-sur-Drôme, 22 km from Valence Parc Expo, Garenne provides accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

    From US$237.47 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 519 reviews

    Domaine de Montine Chambres de Charme has a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, fitness centre, a garden and shared lounge in Grignan.

    From US$228.91 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 416 reviews

    Located in Duingt, 36 km from Halle Olympique d'Albertville, Villa Caroline, Lac d'Annecy provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a private beach area and a shared lounge.

    From US$140.72 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 313 reviews

    Located in Megève, 800 metres from Megeve Ski School, Grand Hotel Soleil d'Or provides accommodation with a bar, private parking and a terrace.

    From US$251.33 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.6
    Exceptional - What previous guests thought, 160 reviews

    Set in Saint-Gervais-les-Bains and with Saint-Gervais-Les-Bains Thermal Baths reachable within 11 km, Hôtel l'Armancette offers concierge services, non-smoking rooms,free WiFi and a bar.

    From US$659.06 per night

Budget hotels in Rhône-Alps

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 102 reviews

    Set in Beauvène, 50 km from Valence Parc Expo, L'étape Dumas offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

    From US$64.03 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 212 reviews

    Located in Mont-Saxonnex, 20 km from Rochexpo, Hôtel le Jalouvre provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

    From US$92.16 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 117 reviews

    Set in Feurs, 44 km from Geoffroy-Guichard Stadium, Etesia offers accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and a bar.

    From US$112.58 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 163 reviews

    Featuring a terrace, restaurant, bar and free WiFi, Hôtel CASITA is located in Puygiron, 6.1 km from Valdaine Golf Course and 11 km from International Sweets Museum.

    From US$68.60 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 463 reviews

    Located in Pierrelatte, 31 km from Ardeche Gorges, HOTEL NATURE LE LOFT provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

    From US$121.96 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 160 reviews

    Located in Saint-Antoine, 36 km from Col de Parménie, Gîte - Auberge du Midi provides accommodation with a terrace, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

    From US$99.68 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 134 reviews

    Set in Aillon-le-Jeune, 23 km from Fountain of Elephants, Hôtel du Soleil offers accommodation with a shared lounge, free private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

    From US$106.72 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 459 reviews

    Set in Novel, 25 km from Evian Masters Golf Club, Les Chemins du Léman offers accommodation with a terrace, free private parking, a restaurant and a bar.

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  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 97 reviews

    Located in Barnas, 21 km from Casino de Vals-les-Bains, Auberge de Barnas provides accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace. 41 km from Domaine...

    From US$94.40 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,081 reviews

    Ideally located in Lyon, Hôtel de l'Abbaye Lyon - Boutique Hôtel offers air-conditioned rooms, a shared lounge, free WiFi and a restaurant.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 1,455 reviews

    Set in Courchevel, 47 km from Halle Olympique d'Albertville, Ecrin Blanc Resort Courchevel - Aquapark offers accommodation with a fitness centre, private parking, a garden and a terrace.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 113 reviews

    Situated in Cordon, 45 km from Rochexpo, Le Chalet Hôtel Cordon Adults Only features accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a shared lounge.

    From US$284.97 per night
  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 306 reviews

    Madame Vacances Hotel Les Cimes features a shared lounge, terrace, a restaurant and bar in Vaujany. This 3-star hotel offers ski storage space and room service. The hotel has family rooms.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 235 reviews

    Situated in Le Bourg-dʼOisans, 49 km from AlpExpo, BO LODGE features accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a garden and a terrace.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 261 reviews

    Set in Tignes, 400 metres from Tignes/Val d'Isère, Hôtel VoulezVous by Les Etincelles offers accommodation with a shared lounge, private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.

  • Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 825 reviews

    Located in Val dʼIsère, 13 km from Tignes/Val d'Isère, Victoria Lodge, Friendly Hotel provides accommodation with a fitness centre, private parking, a shared lounge and a terrace.

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  • Impérial Palace

    Annecy
    From US$301.38 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 3,323 reviews
    Fff... where to begin? Located in a massive neo-romantic property facing Annecy Lake, this hotel offers everything you need for a perfect holiday. From check in to check out, everyone goes literally out of their way to make you feel welcome. The room is probably amongst my top 5 in terms of space, and it offers unique features you only see in classic or ultra luxury hotels of the likes of Four Seasons, Mandarin Oriental, JW Marriott, such as a separate walk in closet, 3 floor-to-ceiling big windows with a view to the city and the mountain, closets with automatic lighting when you open the doors, all sorts of amenities such as coffee, ironing table, umbrella, shoe sponge, laundry bag but also their own, hard cardboard shopping bag! The bathroom is detached from the WC, which is typical from Belgium and the Netherlands (maybe from this area in France as well) which makes it quite convenient for two people as they can each be using a different facility at the same time. The shower is a dream come true, the bed is a cloud, the views are simply breath-taking and you're spoilt with courtsy chocolates and cupcakes every time you get back to your room. To make matters even more celestial, they have their own spa with a very generous swimming pool, whirlpool and two saunas, and two restaurant the food of which is super high quality. I had a delicious pizza in the italian restaurant and a veggie hamburguer in the brasserie and was quite happy with the outcome and the friendliness of their stuff, although I wouldn't describe it as an unforgettable culinary experience.
    Guest review by
    Martín
    Netherlands

  • Le Clos Des Sens

    Annecy
    From US$658.59 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.4
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 34 reviews
    1-They treated us as real guests ! They never ask for credit cards to block our money, or pay deposit, although , we had our dinner in the 3 stars Mechlin restaurant and the cost was over 600 €, no one asks us to sign anything, all was charged to the room, professional staff, they spot what you like and what you don’t, like our drinks on the breakfast for the next day, they pay attention for the details. 2- They granted us gifts, desserts, cakes, with a nice message left on the table informing us that there is a gift for us in the mini bar. 3- so friendly staff, we love everything from the moment we checked in, to the moment we check out, also a gift from the garden upon our check out. Amazing hotel, last but not least the location was wonderful, our room was Mountain View, Definitely would come back again
    Guest review by
    Ahmad
    Kuwait

  • VVF Lac Léman Évian-les-Bains

    Évian-les-Bains
    From US$86.19 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 6.9
    Pleasant - What previous guests thought, 429 reviews
    Loved the location. Very easy to walk into Evian les bains which has a Fri market, lots of shops and resturants. If you have a car it's a short drive to chateau Chillon, Yvoire and Morzine and the Gorges de Diable. Lovely and warm room with a well equipped kitchen area.. There is a large room with a few pieces of gym equipment which we used for pilates. Nice clean pool. You could pre book a set 3 course meal for 16 euros.
    Guest review by
    Claire
    United Kingdom

  • Domaine de Suzel

    Vignieu
    From US$308.42 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.5
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 276 reviews
    Large nicely decorated room. There is a very decent tv set to watch a film when the weather outside was too cold to be out on the terrace! As the restaurant was closed on the Sunday night, they provided a "planche", a cheese and cold meat assortment which did the trick after a long journey.
    Guest review by
    LaMarche37
    United Kingdom

  • Auberge Du Père Bise - Jean Sulpice

    Talloires
    From US$580.49 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 36 reviews
    Location and views were amazing. Room was beautiful. The service of all the staff was very good. The spa was the best I’ve been to with a heated pool, great sauna, plunge pool and jacuzzi.
    Guest review by
    Alex Waller
    United Kingdom

  • Alpina Eclectic Hotel

    Chamonix City Centre, Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
    From US$136.03 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 3,683 reviews
    Everything about the hotel was just right. From location, check in check out, facilities, room with a view, staff, comfort and cleanliness. It ticked every box.
    Guest review by
    Anthony
    United Kingdom

  • Hotel & Spa Marina d'Adelphia

    Aix-les-Bains
    From US$167.70 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,809 reviews
    A really nice hotel with great facilities comfortable room and very accommodating staff onside parking and a great view of the marina and lake
    Guest review by
    Israel
    United Kingdom

  • Jiva Hill Resort - Genève

    Crozet
    From US$449.14 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 621 reviews
    Our room was fabulous with spectacular views of the mountain! Room service was excellent so was the breakfast!
    Guest review by
    aleksi
    Finland

  • Le Palace De Menthon

    Menthon-Saint-Bernard
    From US$195.84 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,468 reviews
    Amazing. The lake view is perfect, staff is all very nice, and has the best privacy of the hotels in Annecy
    Guest review by
    XINFEI
    China

  • Abbaye de Talloires

    Talloires
    From US$607.93 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 414 reviews
    Staff was amazing , site exceptional and the food perfect! One of my best destination in France for sure.
    Guest review by
    JeanLuc
    Canada

  • Prehistoric Lodge - Adult Only

    Vallon-Pont-dʼArc
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 545 reviews
    How different it all was. The evening meals were exceptional and the breakfasts were really good.
    Guest review by
    Anthony
    United Kingdom

  • Château de Pizay

    Belleville-sur-Saône
    From US$297.87 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 714 reviews
    The whole place is absolutely stunning, staff were amazing and the facilities were great
    Guest review by
    Inneca
    Australia

  • Camp des Gorges - Camping Nature

    Vallon-Pont-dʼArc
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.9
    Good - What previous guests thought, 158 reviews
    Great location by the beach and area. Lovely cabin and staff.
    Guest review by
    Anna
    United Kingdom

  • Les Suites du Lac

    Aix-les-Bains
    From US$222.81 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.6
    Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 621 reviews
    Stunning location and luxurious spa pool and facilities
    Guest review by
    carlyn
    United Kingdom

  • MOB HOTEL Lyon Confluence

    2nd arr., Lyon
    From US$233.37 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 4,773 reviews
    Very original place and good location for travellers
    Guest review by
    Felix
    United Kingdom

  • Georges Blanc Parc & Spa

    Vonnas
    From US$315.46 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
    Superb - What previous guests thought, 61 reviews
    Very novel. A cross between Disneyland and Dulok.
    Guest review by
    Antony
    United Kingdom

  • Château Chapeau Cornu

    Vignieu
    From US$186.46 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 291 reviews
    Beautiful scenery and accommodation
    Guest review by
    Nisha
    Australia

  • Le Love Spa

    7th arr., Lyon
    From US$215.96 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 329 reviews
    very cosy and as per the pictures
    Guest review by
    Steve Farley
    United Kingdom

  • La Folie Douce Hotels Chamonix

    Chamonix City Centre, Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
    From US$252.86 per night
    Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.3
    Very good - What previous guests thought, 3,689 reviews
    Overall the hotel was excellent!
    Guest review by
    Philippe Soto
    United States

Planning a trip? Get inspired by reviews of cities in Rhône-Alps

  • 4.0

    Horrible, dirty city.

    Horrible, dirty city. There are better European locations to travel to. The old town is literally one street that will take you 15 minutes to walk through and back. The metro map is confusing, with no English translations anywhere. The entire city is under construction. The cathedral has beautiful architecture with French descriptions. Definitely not a tourist-friendly city.
    Guest review by
    Radek
    Poland
  • 8.0

    Recommend the Aguille du Midi gondola awesome experience.

    Recommend the Aguille du Midi gondola awesome experience. Great walking trails with a range to suit most abilitues. Plenty of eating options for most tastes and budgets. You can walk to most things or use the TMR for things further afield.
    Guest review by
    Michele
  • 10.0

    Beautiful City with great atmosphere and fantastic...

    Beautiful City with great atmosphere and fantastic facilities including restaurants, shops. Friendly staff. Bus service disappointing from payment perspective as no card facility, but good service timings etc.
    Guest review by
    Allan
    United Kingdom
  • 6.0

    The town is quite run down with a lot of graffiti and many...

    The town is quite run down with a lot of graffiti and many closed businesses. The gondola to the Bastille was very uncomfortable and really there was nothing at the top, except the view of the city. However, we had two great dinners - one in a traditional French restaurant and the other at a 1 star Michelin restaurant.
    Guest review by
    Elizabeth
    Australia
  • 4.0

    To be honest, Valence is an ugly city.

    To be honest, Valence is an ugly city. The Rhone flows through it but alas large motorways beside it. The centre is a bit run down. If you are on your way and are near it, you can visit the centre and have something to eat. There is a nice park near the river.
    Guest review by
    b
    Netherlands
  • 8.0

    Interesting town with cultural heritage.

    Interesting town with cultural heritage. I was just passing through en route from Italy to London but it is a perfect stopover for one night. Unfortunately I was there on a Monday, when some attractions eg the castle are closed but I did visit the cathedral. There are many restaurants which sell local produce.
    Guest review by
    John
    United Kingdom
  • 8.0

    Aix-les-Bains is a very pleasant town on the shores of the...

    Aix-les-Bains is a very pleasant town on the shores of the biggest lake in France: Lake Bouget. There are lots of restaurants and places to visit including a Casino, mountains and water sports. If you can, we recommend you try the boat cruse around the lake and include a meal on board.
    Guest review by
    Barry
    United Kingdom
  • 2.0

    The bed bugs. toilet paper . I made 3 separate booking .

    The bed bugs. toilet paper . I made 3 separate booking .You have to buy your own Toilet paper .room cleaning is extra charge .If I booked 3 times in separate occasions they must be doing the bed and give the cleaned room to me no matter its same room . I paid full price .There was a bug at the window and Room220 is right at the road where Tram runs 24 hours almost .Christina is very rude so be firm with her .The rest of girls are really nice and speaks some English.Christina does not know English at all .She should not be working at a hotel where mostly Foreigners stays .
    Guest review by
    fouzia
    Canada
  • 10.0

    We were on a mission to revisit Parc de Merlet with our...

    We were on a mission to revisit Parc de Merlet with our grandaughter thirty-six years after we took her mother. The Parc delivered, with Chamois, Mouflon and Marmots to enjoy. The views from accommodation on that side of the valley are the best in the valley. In Les Houches village, the local patisserie was visited and a different cake enjoyed every day. There were plenty of paths (including Tour de Mont Blanc) into the forest, for walks from the chalet. Wonderful Alpine wildlife is easy to find. It was convenient to take the free train into Chamonix and take a ride to Le Brevent then walk the ridge and back to the chalet. We did the Mer de Glas, to from Chamonix. We went up to Bellevue on the teleferique and walked across the alp, finding several wild flowers and even a rare Wart-Biter Grasshopper! We then took the Tramway du Mont Blanc down to Saint-Gervais-Les-Bains and had a lovely afternoon in the beautiful park. There was a very tough Via Ferrata for the over 70s (with 50 years experience) and a Go Ape-type circuit with a rock-climb included in the trail for the 10-year-old and her Mamma, then train back to Les Houches. One weekend evening was lively down in the village, but up on the hill we could sit out in relative calm and stare at the sunset on snowy Mont Blanc, stars and the torch-lights of mountaineers picking their way down. All-in-all, very relaxing.
    Guest review by
    Valerie
  • 6.0

    Evian-les-Bains in June, during what should be peak tourist...

    Evian-les-Bains in June, during what should be peak tourist season, felt unexpectedly lifeless. Many stores appeared permanently closed, and the town lacked any real atmosphere after early evening—by 10pm, only the casino restaurant was still serving food. This left few options for late dining or entertainment. Given these circumstances and the general sense of a closed-up town, I would not recommend visiting Evian-les-Bains, especially if you're expecting a lively lakeside resort experience. While some guides and official tourism pages highlight Evian's attractive lakefront, Belle Époque architecture, and potential activities along the lake and nearby outdoors, recent firsthand accounts confirm a lack of vibrancy and operational businesses, even in traditionally busy months. For travelers who prioritize a bustling atmosphere and broad dining options long into the evening, it may be better to look elsewhere.
    Guest review by
    RudyK
    United States
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