Chamonix Chamonix Site no: AL028

At a Glance

Nestling below the towering Mont Blanc massif, Chamonix couldn't be more dramatically situated. Perhaps that's why it has a reputation as the ultimate full-on party town in the ski season.

Considered by many to be the premier resort to head for if mountains and good life 'Alpine-style', are your thing, Chamonix is as cool as it gets. A place where fun is written large, whatever time of year you visit. Certainly, our residence has everything you'll need to get the best from your break. These stunning apartments – with luxurious subterranean pool and Turkish baths – are the ultimate places to stay in town.

Opening dates

• 05/05/12 - 14/09/12

Important information

Exceptions

• Barbecue: not provided

Vehicles

• Are vehicles allowed on pitches: Yes

Dogs

• Are dogs allowed: Yes

• Are dogs allowed in our accommodation: No

Price Includes

End of stay cleaning (except kitchen), beds made on arrival, towels, cleaning kit, television and free parking. Prices DO NOT include refundable security deposit and tourist tax which are payable in resort. Please note: We don’t have our own couriers in resort, but the staff at reception are friendly and helpful and will be able to advise you on any queries you may have

Board basis: Self-catering

Out and about

Aside from great access to the ski slopes of Mont Blanc, there are plenty of other facilities in Chamonix to keep you entertained. There are a great selection of bars and restaurants, plus activities including white-water sports, climbing, tennis, golf, paintball and there's even an adventure park.

The following facilities are available:

• A security/cleaning deposit is required
• Preferred payment method: Maestro, Switch, Visa, MasterCard only as no cash or cheques accepted
• Indoor parking available (€25 per week, €5 per day. Car height limit 1.95 mtrs)
• Dogs are allowed (€55 per week or €9.00 per day. Admitted on presentation of anti-rabies certificate)

Reception

• Languages spoken: English, French, German, Italian
• Other services: Information, post, messages, repair services, faxes. Portable Playstation (refundable deposit required), paperback books, board games, fondue and raclette sets available for loan.
• WiFi available
• Credit cards accepted: Visa, Eurocard, Mastercard, American Express, Diners' Club

Shops

• A complete range of shops and services are available in the centre of Chamonix, close to the residence. Restaurants, shops, bars, night-club, casino (500 m away), banks with cash machines, doctors, chemists, dentists, physiotherapist, etc.

Other

• Television Room: tv

Some facilities remain closed in low season, please check at the time of booking if there is an activity or facility which is key for your holiday.

First pool

• (Indoor Heated)
• Size: 60m2

Spas

• Sauna
• Spa . 'Spas by Algotherm': free-access wellness centre with indoor swimming pool, sauna, Turkish bath and cardio-training room. Face and body care rooms (with a supplementary charge), a tea room and a shop offering a full range of cosmetic products. (Independent of Residence MGM' services)

Extra information

Regulations: Shorts not allowed, T-shirts not allowed

The following activities are available:

Site Run Children's Activities

Adventure trail, rafting, donkey rides, climbing, introduction to glacier hikes, introduction to local wildlife (on a natural reserve), organisation of an adventure raid etc.

Watersports

Canoeing

Sports

Tennis

• Tennis not available on the resort, nearest tennis is 0.1 km from the resort

Playground

Skateboard/Rollerskating

Gymnasium

• Gym not available on the resort, nearest gym is 0.1 km from the resort

Boules

Horse Riding

Golf

• No golf course on the resort, nearest golf course is 3.00 km from the resort

Equipment Hire

Cycle Hire

Excursions

• Type: Two hikes to choose from: "In the footsteps of the Mule-drivers" or "In search of 18th century Chamonix". Full-day formula. Approximately 900 m difference in altitude. A 3-hour climb. From 8 years old
• Type: Canoeing on the Arve - Discover the refreshing, active joys of paddling. A descent in autonomous pairs with guides on hand to ensure your safety. Class 2 river. Over 12 years old. 1½ hours on the river
• Type: Rafting on the Arve - an ideal river for family boating. Class 2 river, for children over 6 years old. 1½ hours on the river, with life jackets, wet suits, helmets and boots provided.

Specialist Activities

• Half day hike for ages 8 yrs and over to 'Découverte des Environs', a comfortable family hike with a guide to discover the resort, for persons staying 7 nights or longer.
• Facilities of the Chamonix resort: 18-hole golf course of Chamonix, ‘Les Pélerins’ mini-golf course, Richard Bozon Sports Centre (swimming pool and skating rink). Musée Alpin/Espace Tairraz crystal museum/Exhibitions. Facilities of the Houches Resort: Parcours Aventure – tree adventures, Mont Blanc Forest tree adventures, Huskies’ Farm, Climbing – Mont Blanc Climbing, Guided visits of the heritage sites with the tourist office. Facilities of the Servoz resort: Gorges de la Diosaz, Exhibition – Maison de l’Alpage. Facilities of the Vallorcine Resort: Châtelard amusement park, Vallorcin museum, Montets tennis courts.

Some facilities remain closed in low season, please check at the time of booking if there is an activity or facility which is key for your holiday.

The following local attractions are available:

Nearby

• Nearest river:

Shopping

• Nearest town/village: Chamonix: 1km

Activities

Adventure: Mountaineering, climbing, whitewater rafting, swimming, canyoning, hydrospeed, paragliding, outdoor adventure park. Sport and discovery: Glacier hikes, theme hikes, golf, mountain biking, summer sledging, ice-skating, tennis, squash, paintball, minigolf, fishing. Relaxation and wellness: Richard Bozon sports centre: swimming-pool, sauna, Turkish bath, body-building and fitness room. Casino, bowling, cinema, library

Attractions

The resort and surrounding area: Opposite the Mont-Blanc mountain range, Chamonix is a typical alpine city. Chamonix is both the ideal departure point for many outings and hikes deep into several nature reserves, and also a town with a typical Savoyard centre offering varied activities notably at the sports centre. An encounter with nature: The 'Aiguilles Rouges' Nature Reserve. 'Aiguille du Midi': from the summit (3.842 m), a circular panorama of the Alps and the Jura region. 'Les Bossons': the largest ice cascade in Europe. 'La Mer de Glace' glacier (7 km long): visit the hewn ice cave and the glacial museum. 'Le Brévent': from the summit, a panorama overlooking the Mont Blanc massif and the Chamonix Valley. Heritage and tradition: Museum of Alpine Fauna in Montenvers. Montenvers’ Little Train: this rack train goes right to the banks of the Glacier. Montenvers Hotel: built in 1880, this hotel-restaurant of stone and larch wood is the tallest in the valley and is part of the resort’s heritage.

The following travel details are available:

Airport(s)

• Chambery (CMF): 138km
• Geneva (GVA): 88km
• Lyon (LYS): 220km
• Turin airport (TRN): 167km
• Annecy-Meythet airport: 90km

Public Transport

• Local Railway: Chamonix, 0km
• Services to: St Gervais – Le Fayet / Vallorcine line

Home to some of the world's most wonderful scenery and finest wines, Burgundy, Jura and the Alps are simply a delight.