Val-d'Isere

Travel Guide

Photo provided by Andy Parant/Office du Tourisme Val d'Isère
Photo provided by Andy Parant/Office du Tourisme Val d'Isère
Photo provided by Andy Parant/Office du Tourisme Val d'Isère
Photo provided by Andy Parant/Office du Tourisme Val d'Isère
Photo provided by Office du Tourisme Val d'Isère

The traditional streetscapes, superb ski fields and pretty alpine meadows of this Tarentaise Valley village make it a year-round destination in the French Alps.

The alpine commune of Val d’Isere is situated in the Tarentaise Valley, bordering Italy and the Vanoise National Park. Val d’Isere is home to a world-renowned alpine ski resort and is part of the Espace Killy, the ski area named after the triple Olympic champion. Explore magnificent pistes and backcountry trails at the Val d’Isere Ski Resort in winter or check out green alpine meadows and awe-inspiring mountains in the warmer months.

Stroll around Val d’Isere’s Old Town and admire the traditional chalets. Some of the architecture harks back to the commune’s beginnings as an alpine farming village. Spend some time checking out the variety of shops and cafés to get a feel for local life in Val d’Isere. You’ll also find art galleries, a cinema and stores selling specialty skiing gear and the latest fashions in snow wear.

Each Thursday during the winter season, the main street, Avenue Olympique, becomes a pedestrianized zone and is filled with family-friendly entertainment. You might see ice sculpting, live music performances and parades. A market is set up nearby the visitor center on Mondays. You can peruse traditional French produce, such as local cheeses, cured meats and tasty sweets. The town extends into several little hamlets, each with their own distinct atmosphere and connections to the ski fields.

In winter, Val d’Isere turns into a world-class ski resort and an exciting destination for families and seasoned alpine explorers alike. Check out a wide expanse of skiable terrain connected by convenient lifts. There are plenty of slopes for beginner and intermediate skiers and boarders, as well as thrilling black-graded pistes, such as Le Fornet. Explore the cross-country trails to find unbeatable views of the Alps.

Summer months bring a beautiful array of alpine wildflowers to Val d’Isere. Explore a network of 15 different hiking trails, including the Seven Chapel Trail that runs through the center of the village and the more challenging Fours Peak and Prariond Valley. Stay in mountain refuges, luxury chalets or modern apartments in Val d’Isere.

Fly into Geneva, Chambéry or Lyon or catch a train to Bourg-St. Maurice, where you can connect by car or catch a shuttle to your lodgings in the scenic alpine village.

Where to stay in Val-d'Isere

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Le Fornet

If you're spending some time in Le Fornet, Le Fornet Ski Resort and Val-d'Isere Ski Resort are top sights worth seeing.

Le Fornet
Hotel Le Val d'Isere

Hotel Le Val d'Isere

3 out of 5
Place Jacques Mouflier, Val-d'Isere
The price is €168 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
€168
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Val-d'Isere. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (131 reviews)
"Amazing staff and hospitality. So kind to us after arriving very late from a full day of cycling. Fed us late dinner and even sent us to our rooms with pre-maid breakfasts. Can’t say enough about the staff at this hotel."

Reviewed on 3 Jul 2025

Hotel Le Val d'Isere
Victoria Lodge, Friendly Hotel

Victoria Lodge, Friendly Hotel

3 out of 5
48 Avenue du Prariond, Val-d'Isere
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Val-d'Isere. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Val-d'Isere Ski Resort and ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (50 reviews)
"It was very comfy stay. The location of the hotel is great, the spa is nice. People at the reception were kind and helpful (Especially Cedric) The only handicap of this hotel is there is no parking area for their guests. You have to go to find the private car park which is close by but need to pay ..."

Reviewed on 14 Mar 2025

Victoria Lodge, Friendly Hotel
Les Crêtes Blanches

Les Crêtes Blanches

3 out of 5
Rue du Parc des Sports, Val-d'Isere, Val d'Isère
The price is €139 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
€139
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Val-d'Isere. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and an area shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Val-d'Isere Ski Resort ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (132 reviews)
"Breakfast is outstanding. Short walk to ski lifts. Very convenient"

Reviewed on 25 Apr 2025

Les Crêtes Blanches
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Résidence Pierre & Vacances La Daille

Résidence Pierre & Vacances La Daille

3 out of 5
La Daille, Val-d'Isere, Savoie
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified residence in Val-d'Isere. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Val-d'Isere Ski Resort and ...
7.6/10 Good! (56 reviews)
"Convenient and affordable"

Reviewed on 27 Mar 2025

Résidence Pierre & Vacances La Daille
Résidence Alpina Lodge by Valdiski

Résidence Alpina Lodge by Valdiski

4 out of 5
Avenue Olympique, Val-d'Isere, Savoie
Stay at this 4-star ski residence in Val-d'Isere. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Val-d'Isere Ski Resort ...
7/10 Good! (8 reviews)
Excellent for last min. booking
"Stayed here for 3 nights, last minute trip to see friends / family. Right in center of Val D and good value. Recommend if you just need somewhere to sleep and not too worried about luxuries."

Reviewed on 17 Apr 2025

Résidence Alpina Lodge by Valdiski
Pierre & Vacances Residence Les Balcons de Bellevarde

Pierre & Vacances Residence Les Balcons de Bellevarde

4 out of 5
La Daille, Val-d'Isere, Savoie
Stay at this 4-star ski residence in Val-d'Isere. Enjoy free WiFi, a free ski shuttle, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Val-d'Isere Ski Resort and ...
7.6/10 Good! (28 reviews)
Convenient functional hotel near the ski lifts
"Convenient hotel for La Daille lifts and funicular train. Supermarket and tabac opposite. Good for a family holiday. Not a luxury hotel by any means but clean and well equipped rooms with comfy beds and kitchenette. We had breakfasts and most dinners here no problem. Would recommend for a reasonably ..."

Reviewed on 9 Apr 2017

Pierre & Vacances Residence Les Balcons de Bellevarde
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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