Val d’Isère
Val d’Isère is one of the world’s premier luxury ski holiday destinations, celebrated for its exceptional snow reliability, charming alpine village, and vibrant mountain culture. The resort is home to some of the finest luxury ski hotels and chalets in Europe, offering unparalleled comfort and style for travellers seeking a high end escape.
Set within the expansive Tignes–Val d’Isère ski area, the resort combines authentic Alpine heritage with modern sophistication, attracting loyal skiers year after year. With its timeless chalet architecture, world famous après ski, and extraordinary skiing terrain, a luxury ski holiday in Val d’Isère delivers the perfect French Alps experience.
A ski holiday in Val d’Isère gives access to more than 300km of pistes, spanning peaceful tree-lined runs to dramatic glacial peaks rising above 3,400m. This iconic resort is a paradise for confident intermediates and advanced skiers, featuring legendary descents such as the World Cup famous La Face de Bellevarde and the vast glacier landscapes of Le Fornet.
Away from the pistes, Val d’Isère boasts a lively and luxurious atmosphere that appeals to families, adventure lovers, and the international elite. Non-skiers can enjoy an array of authentic alpine activities, from snowshoeing and ice skating, to dog sledding, and wellness treatments in world class spas. For those seeking unique winter experiences, Val d’Isère also offers ice-waterfall climbing, ice-floating, and mini-snowmobile adventures for children.
The resort’s dining scene is exceptional, with everything from chic contemporary restaurants and cosy Savoyard eateries, to gourmet Michelin starred establishments. However, many guests staying in luxury catered ski chalets in Val d’Isère choose to dine in the privacy of their own chalet, enjoying bespoke menus and tailored service.
Après ski in Val d’Isère is equally legendary, with celebrated venues such as La Folie Douce and a host of lively village bars creating a vibrant, high energy scene. Designer boutiques, artisan stores, and stylish cafés fill the resort’s streets, offering plenty to explore throughout your luxury ski holiday.
Key Facts
Region: Tignes/Val d’Isère Ski Area
Country: France
Resort Town Altitude: 1,850m
Skiing Elevation: 1,550m - 3,456m
Highest Peak: Grande Motte 3,656m
Green: 13% / Blue: 43%
Red: 28% / Black: 16%
Pistes: 300km
Longest Run: 10km
Cross Country: 41km
Snow Parks: 4
Airport Transfer Time: Geneva 3hrs
Why book your luxury ski holiday to Val d’Isère with Hawley Ski?
Hawley Ski was founded on a simple belief: the finest ski holidays are the result of judgement, not volume. We work with a carefully curated collection of hotels, chalets, and partners, chosen for their quality, consistency, and sense of place.
Every itinerary is shaped with care, drawing on long-standing relationships and first-hand knowledge to ensure each detail feels considered and appropriate. By taking the time to understand what matters, we are able to guide our clients towards the right choices, allowing them to travel with confidence and ease.
With our dedicated concierge team, we handle every aspect of the journey, from travel logistics and ski arrangements to dining, wellness, and time away from the slopes, ensuring your holiday is seamless from the moment you first speak with us until long after you arrive in resort.
We take the stress out of planning so you can focus on what matters most, enjoying your time on the slopes and all the moments in between.
