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4.0 out of 5

"Great location !! Great view from the room. The stuff was very helpful but I had to ask for the guest transportation card, which the hotel advertised ... " More

By a verified traveler on Mon 18 Apr 2016

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Hotel Description

3-star ski hotel near Aiguille du Midi Cable Car

Near the slopes

With a stay at this Chamonix City Centre hotel, you'll be steps from Centre Commercial Alpina and Le Brevent Cable Car. Brevent-Flegere Ski Area and Planards Adventure Park are also within half a mile (1 km).

Family-friendly fun

This hotel features a gym and a sauna. Take advantage of ski passes and ski storage on site. Families will appreciate the arcade/game room, complimentary bicycles, and babysitting.

Standard Double Room

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max
$89* Per night/room Apr 1 - Apr 2

Family Double or Twin Room

Bed Count 2 Queen Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Double or Twin Room

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Family Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

Bed Count 2 Queen Beds Maximum Occupancy 7 Max

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 6 Max

Hôtel de l'Arve by HappyCulture ratings based on 2 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
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Room cleanliness 4.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff 4.5 out of 5.0
Room comfort 4.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.0 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Hôtel de l'Arve by HappyCulture

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4 out of 5
Great location !! Great view from the room. The stuff was very helpful but I had to ask for the guest transportation card, which the hotel advertised for....

Posted by on Apr 18, 2016

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4 out of 5

Nice clean convenient 3 star hotel

The hotel is a good 3 star hotel within walking distance of the town center.

Posted by on Mar 23, 2015

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Renovations + Closures

The property is closed between November 3 and December 6.

Property Features

After a day on the slopes, enjoy use of the hotel's facilities like a fitness center and a sauna. Hôtel de l'Arve by HappyCulture helps provide the perfect ski vacation with ski storage and ski passes. When the sun goes down, sip après-ski drinks in the hotel's bar. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. This 3-star Chamonix-Mont-Blanc hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 37 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Ski lift tickets
  • Ski equipment storage
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Computer for guest use
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Free WiFi
  • Free area shuttle
  • Babysitting or childcare (surcharge)
  • Free cribs/infant beds

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free self parking

Transport

  • Train station: Chamonix-Mont-Blanc Station (0.7 km / 0.4 mi)
  • Property shuttles: Free area shuttle
  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

Hôtel de l'Arve by HappyCulture offers 37 accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

  • Flat-screen television
  • Satellite channels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Cribs (free)
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Hair dryer
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Telephone
  • Iron and ironing board available
  • Blackout drapes
  • Heating
  • Ensuite bathroom

Food & Drink

For a fee, guests can enjoy buffet breakfast daily from 7 AM to 10 AM.

Nearby Activities

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a sauna, a fitness center, and complimentary bicycles.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

  • Snowboarding nearby
  • Free bicycles on site
  • Golfing nearby
  • Rock climbing on site
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Snowshoeing nearby
  • Downhill skiing nearby
  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Ski lessons available nearby
  • Ski equipment rental shops nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
  • Check-in time ends at 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18

Special check-in instructions:

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 11:00 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Pet Policy

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking

This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

Cashless transactions are available

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Guest accommodation is not sealed after cleaning
  • Electrostatic spray is not used for disinfection
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Masks are compulsory at the property
  • Staff temperature checks are not conducted regularly
  • Pets allowed (no fees)
  • Temperature checks are not available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Contactless food service / room service is available
  • Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Reservation is not required for facilities onsite
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wears personal protective equipment
  • Mobile key entry is not available
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Food service has been amended for enhanced safety
  • Protective clothing is not available to guests
  • Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
  • Property does not follow sanitization practices of any association
  • Staffed front desk
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is available
  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Smoke detector
  • Individually-wrapped food options are not available
  • Online penalty collection
  • No gap period between guest stays

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 1.60 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 18 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 12 for adults and EUR 6.00 for children

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

  • de l'Arve
  • de l'Arve Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
  • Hotel de l'Arve
  • Hotel de l'Arve Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
  • Hotel l'Arve
  • l'Arve
  • Hôtel l'Arve Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
  • Hôtel l'Arve
  • l'Arve Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
  • Hôtel de l'Arve
  • De L'arve By Happyculture
  • Hôtel de l'Arve by HappyCulture Hotel
  • Hôtel de l'Arve by HappyCulture Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
  • Hôtel de l'Arve by HappyCulture Hotel Chamonix-Mont-Blanc

You should know

  • Onsite cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

National Rating

This property has received its official star rating from the French Tourism Development Agency, ATOUT France.

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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.