Hotel in Courchevel, France
Les Airelles Courchevel
Alpine palace inspired by Austro-Hungarian châteaux offers ski-in/ski-out access, Valmont spa, and Michelin-starred dining in France's most exclusive ski resort.
Les Airelles Courchevel is a Relais & Châteaux palace hotel on the Rue des Chenus in Courchevel 1850, Savoie, the highest and most prestigious zone of France's most exclusive ski resort. The hotel sits within the Trois Vallées ski domain — the largest linked ski area in the world, with over 600 kilometres of marked pistes connecting Courchevel, Méribel, and Val Thorens. Les Airelles was the founding property of the Airelles collection and remains its flagship.
The architectural concept draws directly from 19th-century Austro-Hungarian châteaux, a deliberate departure from the alpine vernacular typical of Courchevel. The hotel's fairytale spires, ornamental facades, and painted exterior woodwork make it one of the most visually distinctive properties in French Alpine skiing. The aesthetic continues throughout the interior: handpainted ceilings, brocade fabrics, carved wooden furniture, and crystal chandeliers distinguish the 44 rooms and suites from standard alpine lodge design.
The hotel provides ski-in/ski-out access directly from its entrance onto the Bellecôte piste, one of Courchevel 1850's principal red-run descents. A dedicated ski concierge service manages equipment hire, boot fitting, ski school liaison, and Trois Vallées lift pass procurement. Guests arriving by private helicopter can land on the hotel's adjacent helipad — a common mode of arrival from Geneva Airport (approximately 85 kilometres by air) or Lyon Saint-Exupéry.
Dining is anchored by Le Coin Savoyard, which holds Michelin recognition and serves elevated Savoyard gastronomy: raclette, fondue, and tartiflette reinterpreted through contemporary technique using local Alpine dairy and seasonal game. A second restaurant, Le Mont-Blanc, serves lighter Alpine cuisine. The bars and lounge areas maintain a traditional European mountain-club atmosphere: log fires, cognac and wine service, and afternoon après-ski programming.
The Valmont Spa is operated in partnership with the Swiss skincare brand Valmont and occupies a dedicated level with indoor heated pool, hammam, sauna, and a treatment menu including the brand's signature facial and body rituals. The hotel operates across two seasons: ski (December through April) and summer (July through August), closing between seasons.
Amenities
- ski-in/ski-out
- spa
- pool
- Michelin dining
- ski concierge
Visit / Book / Contact
Location
Rue des Chenus, 73120 Courchevel
45.4148, 6.6348 — View on map
Highlights
- Ski-in/ski-out access onto the Bellecôte piste, Courchevel 1850, with dedicated ski concierge managing lift passes and equipment
- Austro-Hungarian château-inspired architecture with handpainted ceilings, brocade fabrics, and crystal chandeliers across 44 rooms and suites
- Valmont Spa with indoor heated pool, hammam, sauna, and Swiss Valmont skincare treatment programme
- Michelin-recognised Le Coin Savoyard restaurant serving elevated Savoyard gastronomy with seasonal local produce
- Helicopter access via adjacent helipad from Geneva and Lyon airports
Tips
- Book rooms for Christmas–New Year and February school holiday periods at least 12 months in advance; these weeks reach full occupancy immediately when reservations open
- The ski concierge team can pre-arrange ski school and private instructor bookings; confirm these at the time of hotel booking to secure preferred instructors and lesson times
- Les Airelles operates across two seasons — ski (December–April) and summer (July–August) — and closes between seasons; confirm the hotel is open for the specific travel dates
- Request a mountain-facing suite on an upper floor for panoramic views of Courchevel 1850 and the Trois Vallées massif
- Valmont Spa treatments are in high demand during peak ski weeks; book the spa at the time of room reservation rather than on arrival
FAQ
What ski access does Les Airelles Courchevel provide?
The hotel has direct ski-in/ski-out access from its entrance onto the Bellecôte piste in Courchevel 1850. The dedicated ski concierge handles equipment hire, boot fitting, ski school arrangements, and Trois Vallées area lift passes covering 600 km of marked runs.
Is Les Airelles Courchevel open in summer?
Yes. The hotel operates a summer season from July to August, offering mountain hiking, cycling, spa, and outdoor programming. It closes in spring (approximately May–June) and autumn (approximately September–November); confirm exact dates when booking.
How do guests typically travel to Les Airelles Courchevel?
Common arrival routes include private helicopter to the hotel's adjacent helipad from Geneva or Lyon airports, private road transfer from Geneva Airport (approximately 2.5 hours), or TGV to Moûtiers-Salins followed by a road transfer to Courchevel (approximately 30 minutes).
How many rooms does Les Airelles have?
Les Airelles Courchevel has 44 rooms and suites, making it an intimate property by ski palace standards. The relatively small scale contributes to the highly personalised service for which the hotel is known.
Accessibility
The hotel's ski-in/ski-out access, alpine terrain, multi-level palace-style construction, and historic-inspired interiors create significant accessibility challenges for wheelchair users and guests with limited mobility. The hotel is not designed for full wheelchair accessibility throughout. Guests with mobility requirements should contact the property directly before booking to discuss available options.
When to visit
The ski season from December through April is the primary period, with January and February offering the best combination of snow conditions and daylight. The summer season in July and August provides mountain hiking and lighter crowds. The Christmas and February half-term school holiday weeks are the most sought-after and most expensive.