Luxurious resorts to indulge in this winter
January 8, 2020
Ski trips are unlike any other holiday, with thrilling slopes, après ski bars and award-winning food – they accommodate everyone’s needs. The Alps are the highest and widest spanning mountain range in Europe, with a large variety of luxurious ski resorts for those looking to indulge.
Here’s our list of some of the best luxurious ski resorts that the Alps has to offer.
Courchevel is one of the most luxurious resorts in the French Alps, consisting of four villages at different heights: Le Praz, Courchevel 1550, Courchevel 1650, and finally the highest and most prestigious; Courchevel 1850.
Courchevel 1850 is well-known for having one of the best ski domains to explore and some of the best snow cover in the Alps. Alongside this, it is home to luxury chalets, classy hotels and chic shops for those wanting to spoil themselves whilst away.
Between Courchevel 1550 and 1650 is the Aquamotion Centre which includes indoor and outdoor pools, diving boards, waterslides and wild water rapids for thrill-seekers, with other activities including a climbing wall, skating rink and a gym. For those wanting to relax the centre also has saunas, steam rooms and hot-tubs.
Another distinguished ski resort in the French Alps is Megève, deemed as one of the most prestigious resorts in the Alps. It is known for attracting affluent clientele and those looking for a chic stay.
The resort is famous for its beauty and picturesque landscapes, which include a medieval centre with stunning architecture, charming cobbled streets, an open-air ice rink, galleries and shops. Five-star hotels and Michelin starred restaurants offer a delicious taste of local cuisine.
Val Thorens is the highest ski resort in Europe and offers guaranteed snow coverage well past peak season. As the resort is positioned at the head of the Belleville Valley, it is surrounded by peaks and slopes, creating a spectacular panoramic view.
This resort offers luxury in the form of wine-tasting, Michelin starred cuisine provided by Chef Jean Sulpice at the Oxalys Restaurant and a sports centre which includes Jacuzzis, saunas and steam rooms.
Zermatt lies in the Swiss Alps and is Switzerland’s best-known ski resort. It is car-free, eco-friendly and full of charming narrow streets and older chalets alongside award-winning chalets such as the Chalet Les Anges.
In addition to the traditional-looking town, this resort also offers luxury five star experiences and indulgence with its extravagant chalets, boutique shops and high-end restaurants.
Zermatt offers amazing experiences all year round with heliskiing and ski touring being exciting activities to try in March and April. In Spring, the resort also holds ‘Zermatt Unplugged’, a music festival which offers VIP packages which include access to premium lounges and exclusive areas.
Transfers from Geneva to Zermatt take approximately 3 hours.
Also located in the Swiss Alps is St. Moritz which is well-known for its glitzy hotels, stunning scenery and bars with incredible views. From shopping to culture, St. Moritz has it all – browse independent boutiques, museums and art galleries or attend one of the music festivals throughout the season.
The resort has hosted the Winter Olympics twice and hosts World Cup races annually, attracting sports-lovers from across Europe. Other activities on offer include horse racing, cricket, polo and cross-country races.
No matter what you’re looking for in your next ski holiday, whether it’s delicious award-winning cuisine or you simply want to relax in a spa or a hot-tub, these five Alpine ski resorts will cater to your every need, whilst offering a luxurious and indulgent stay.
