Where to stay in Avoriaz

When it comes to booking accommodation in Avoriaz, there is certainly no shortage of choice.

Whether you're looking for luxury hotels, chalets for large groups or apartments that are as close to the lifts as possible, you’ll find it all here.

If you’re holidaying with kids

Trudging around in ski boots is no fun for anyone. If your kids are booked in for ski lessons, you might want to consider booking accommodation near one of the nursery slopes.

If you want ski-in ski-out

the majority of accommodation in Avoriaz is ski-in ski-out, as the village is pedestrianised and mostly snow covered.

If you want to party

You’ll want to stay as close to the bars and clubs in the centre of the resort as possible.

If you’re on a budget

Generally, the closer you get to the slopes and to the resort centre, the steeper the prices will be. You may have to sacrifice convenience for budget but worry not, you’ll never be further than five minutes from the world-renowned Avoriaz pistes.

If you want luxury

You'll find luxurious chalets, hotel and apartments in Avoriaz. The hamlet of Les Prodains offers a quieter location with a few luxury chalets nearby.

Staying right in the centre of Avoriaz means you'll be able to walk to and from the resort’s main facilities and attractions (even if you've had a few).

Avoriaz is divided into seven main sectors where most of its modern apartment buildings are situated. Amara and Falaise are located around the entrance to resort, by the car parks and the Avoriaz Welcome Centre. The town centre is the Festival area and behind you'll find the Crozats sector. Finally, towards the south, where the Prodains lift arrives, you can find Dromonts, Hauts-Forts and Ruches.

Who should stay in Avoriaz?

Anyone who wants to be right in the heart of the action, close to the lifts and also to the bars, restaurants and shops. No matter where you're staying, you'll never be more than a five-minute walk from anywhere.

Parking in Avoriaz

As a car-free resort, most people arriving will either leave their car in one of the car parks at the edge of the town, where the Avoriaz Welcome Centre is located, or be dropped off at the top of the Prodains gondola.

From there, you'll have to transport your luggage to your apartment. There are snow shuttles, horse-drawn carriages and baggage sledges at the entrance points of resort and at most residences to make this easier. However, if you want to avoid the hassle, the Amara and Falaise areas are easier to get to from the car parks while the Dromonts and Hauts-Forts sectors are closer to the Prodains lift.

The small hamlet of Les Prodains lies at the bottom of the cliff upon which the village of Avoriaz is perched. Situated around five kilometres from the centre of Morzine, it serves as a gateway to Avoriaz as the 3S Prodains Express gondola departs from here.

Who should stay in Les Prodains?

Those looking to make the most of their Portes du Soleil ski pass. Les Prodains offers easy access to the high-mountain slopes of Avoriaz and its world-famous snow parks – the gondola takes just under five minutes to reach the top, but it's also relatively close to Morzine – a bus connects Prodains and Pléney in just 10 minutes. 

If you're searching for luxury accommodation in Avoriaz, you're in luck! The resort offers plenty of high-end options, some of which feature private swimming pools, spas, hot tubs and even cinema rooms.

Where are luxury apartments and chalets located in Avoriaz?

They are sprinkled all around resort. Right in the heart of Avoriaz and built in recent years, you'll find luxury apartment complexes offering high-end facilities like spas, swimming pools and restaurants. Our favourites are perhaps the buildings in the Amara and Falaise sectors, perched on the edge of the cliffs boasting great views down to Morzine and enjoying spectacular sunsets. 

These contemporary buildings display the same unique aesthetic that the original team of architects developed in the resort in the 1960s, some are even covered in Avoriaz's distinctive wood shingles, fitting in perfectly with the surrounding mountainous landscape. The same can be said of the local chalets – wonderfully modern luxury abodes with stylish interiors featuring five star facilities with easy access to the pistes.

Are there any five-star hotels in Avoriaz?

There are no five-star hotels in Avoriaz. There are only two on offer in the whole of the resort. The pioneering Les Dromonts and the newly built Mil8, have four stars. Their luxury facilities include fully equipped wellness areas, gourmet restaurants and breathtaking views.

In Prodains at the bottom of the cable car is the four star hotel and spa Neige and Roc, from there you can be in Avoriaz in five minutes. 

When travelling with young children, you ideally want to stay somewhere that has lots of facilities and services nearby. The last thing you want to do is trek miles with little people - especially if they're in ski boots!  

Wherever you decide to base yourself in Avoriaz, you'll never be more than a five minute walk from the resort's amenities. However, the apartments in the Festival sector are closest to the tourist office, the piste-side restaurants and the ski schools.

Many of the apartment blocks in Avoriaz, especially the older buildings, offer affordable accommodation within just a few metres from the pistes. This has made Avoriaz very popular among those looking for centrally located, budget-friendly accommodation.

Cheap apartments are located all around resort. Studios will generally offer the lowest prices and many can sleep up to four or even six people. As for chalets, you'll find the best value in Les Prodains, near the lift that gives access to Avoriaz.

There's no greater feeling than arriving at your doorstep with your skis on and Avoriaz is the perfect place to experience it.

Almost anywhere! The beauty of Avoriaz is that, no matter where you stay, you can enjoy true ski-in/ski-out freedom. This was one of the main goals of the team of architects that designed the resort in the late 1960s, turning its car free streets into ski runs.
 

There aren't any campsites or motorhome areas in Avoriaz. The closest one is located on the outskirts of Montriond, about a 10 minute drive from the Morzine tourist office. A bit further away you can find campsites in Les Gets and Saint Jean d'Aulps that open both in summer and winter.

Where to park a motorhome or campervan in Avoriaz

There's an official 'aire de camping-car' in Morzine on the Route de la Plagne that is open all year round. You pay to stay during the summer and winter seasons, but it's free during the inter seasons.