Quality in tourism

A name that obliges: Courchevel in the French Alps is also called the Saint-Tropez of winter sports. The density of five-star hotels is impressively high, and the numerous exclusive chalets combine mundanity with local color. The town, which consists of three parts named after the altitude: Courchevel 550, Courchevel 1650 and Courchevel 1850, was created in 1850 on the drawing board, and instead of focusing on mass, the town opted for quality in tourism - a decision that has definitely proven its worth.

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Where to go

Cheval Blanc

Located in the prestigious Jardin Alpin, this elegant hotel has direct access to the ski area. With only 36 rooms and suites, it is an intimate place known for its personalized service. The "Cheval Blanc" also attracts guests with ski-in ski-out infrastructure and a culinary offering that includes the only three-star restaurant in the region. The sensational Guerlain spa is a great place to relax after a day on the slopes. 

Cheval Blanc
1 Cheval Blanc, 33330 Saint-Émilion, France
Tel.: +33 5 57 55 55 55
Web: chevalblanc.com
Price: doubles incl. half board from €1,100

Les Airelles Courchevel

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Surrounded by trees, a fairytale-like palace can be found in Courchevel, reminiscent of a 19th-century Austro-Hungarian castle. Here, luxury winter enthusiasts descend on one of the most exclusive hotels in the Alps. Guests also enjoy first access to the "La Saulire" slope with perfect powder snow and mountain panorama at sunrise; later, the "La Mer Spa" awaits. 

Les Airelles Courchevel
Rue du Jardin Alpin, 73120 Courchevel, France
Tel.: +33 4 79 00 38 38
Web: airelles.com
Price: doubles including half board from €850

Aman Le Mélézin

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The 31-room and suite hotel owes its name to the many larches (French "mélèze") in the surrounding area. A peaceful atmosphere prevails in the oak-paneled interiors with a straightforward design language and large-format windows. Two of the four floors of the property are reserved for the spa with pool, the hammam and a sauna. 

Aman Le Mélézin
310 Rue de Bellecôte, 73120 Courchevel, France
Tel.: +33 4 79 08 01 33
Web: aman.com
Price: doubles including half board from €1,200

Hotel Barrière Les Neiges

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Located at the foot of the legendary Bellecôte 1850 piste in Courchevel, this resort is one of the most intimate luxury hotels in the ski area, with just 42 rooms and suites. The "Fouquet's" bar is just one of the hotel's five dining options; a cigar lounge also awaits guests. 

Hotel Barrière Les Neiges
422 Rue de Bellecôte, 73120 Courchevel, France
Tel.: +33 4 57 55 22 00
Web: hotelsbarrier.com
Price: doubles incl. half board from €900

Where to eat

Le 1947

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At the "Cheval Blanc" hotel, gourmets will find Courchevel's only three-star restaurant. Maître Yannick Alléno composes fascinating menus here that really appeal to all the senses.

Le 1947
Le 1947 à Cheval Blanc Le, Rue du Jardin Alpin, 73120 Courchevel, France
Tel.: +33 4 79 00 50 50
Web: chevalblanc.com

Le Sarkara

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In this gourmet restaurant awarded with two Michelin stars, located in the hotel "Le K2 Palace", chef Sébastien Vauxion creates both savory and sweet culinary surprises.

Le Sarkara
Hotel Le K2 Palace Courchevel
Tel.: +33 (0)4 79 40 08 80
Web: lek2palace.com

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