The French Alps have always attracted a wide range of visitors thanks to the diversity of leisure activities on offer in the region, but also the huge selection of hotels and other kinds of accommodation. Although many people associate hotels in Chamonix with the upper-end of the market, therefore assuming they will be more expensive than other options like guesthouses and self-catered flats, online offers and special deals mean this isn’t necessarily the case.
The town of Chamonix and its surrounding area has everything from one star to five star hotels. The biggest choice of hotels is however found in the three and four star categories. These will usually have excellent on-site facilities including gyms, swimming pools, hot tubs and other spa-type services.
The swimming pool at the Grands Montets Hotel, Chamonix
Although many hotels will have their own restaurant, Chamonix itself has a vibrant gastronomic scene and many establishments serve up local specialities which are well worth trying:
- Fondue (naturally)
- Tartiflette
- Farçon
- Reblochonnade
After having sampled a few of these, you’ll need to work off a few calories. Luckily, there’s no shortage of sporting activities to get your teeth into. In Chamonix, there are opportunities galore to enjoy both summer and winter sports. There are numerous ski areas within easy reach, offering skiing for beginners through to experts. Other winter sports on offer include snowboarding and telemark skiing. Summer visitors will enjoy hiking, golf, mountain biking, paragliding and more!
Get into the great outdoors in Chamonix!
Nowadays, of course, it’s easy to book online, and don’t forget, often the best deals are to be found on individual hotel websites.s
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