Charming châteaux and hotels, restaurants and SPA in Rhône-Alpes :: Symboles de France

Château de Divonne

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Offering a magnificent view of Lake Geneva and the Mont Blanc range, the origin of the manor dates back to the 11th century . There is no doubt that its owners through the ages have been captivated by its breathtaking views. Today the Chateau de Divonne is still a paradise for nature lovers and gourmets, just a few kilometers from Geneva.

Hôtel La Bergerie

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The Marullaz family welcomes you to La Bergerie, their charming mountain hotel between the french ski school and the Office of Tourism right in the heart of Morzine. The Marullaz family has thought of everything to make their spacious, cosy and friendly chalet "a real home away from home for you holiday". The rooms, duplex and suites are equiped with kitchinette and are situated right in front of a big garden and the outside heated swimming pool (ever in winter). Kids are kings at La Bergerie : there is a playroom jus for them and a special kid's table each evening. Discover the website of this hotel partners of Symboles de France : www.hct.net/english_version/hotel/bergerie_morzine-gb.shtml

Hôtel Les Chalets de la Serraz

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300 m from the pistes, this authentic Savoyard chalet is situated in a hectare of grounds through which a brook meanders. The Chalets de la Serraz offer two types or accommodation, both facing the sun : the hotel, with the reception, drawing room, a bar with a fireplace, is decorated in the traditional mountain style of wooden beams and stone and three independant chalets. There is also a restaurant with an open fire. The rooms here and in the three chalets are independent, which is ideal for families, and are all personified, with a superb panoramic view over the Etale range of mountains. Discover the website of this hotel partners of Symboles de France : www.hct.net/english_version/hotel/chalets_serraz_clusaz-gb.shtml

Hôtel La Chemenaz

Fri, 30 Jul 2010 23:02:17 +0200

La Chemenaz is located in front of the main ski lift of les Contamines Montjoie (Wellknown for 30 years for its outstanding snow conditions) near the Parc du Pontet lake for an elixir of pure hapiness during the summer. Here is a walking and riding area in the national reserve of Les Contamines for your unwinding (we are on the GR5, TMB, TPMB) Discover the website of this hotel partners of Symboles de France : www.hct.net/hotels/chemenaz_contamines-fr.shtml

Hôtel Les Cimes

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"Situated a stones throw away from the old village, and 100 m from the ski-slopes, the hotel Les Cimes invites you to revive the tradition of the authentic chalets of olden days where the phrases quality of life and well-being could have been coined. You will appreciate the sent of wax and wood, sleeping under our soft quilts accompanied by the sound of silence ! We dont have a restaurant in the hotel, but we can organize for you a half board service with a restaurant just facing our hotel. We also offer you a full-set service including half-board, ski-pass, ski-rental and ski-lessons in option" Discover the website of this hotel partners of Symboles de France : www.hct.net/english_version/hotel/cimes_gd-bornand-gb.shtml

Hôtel La Croix Fry

Fri, 30 Jul 2010 23:02:17 +0200

In the pretty valley of Manigod, above La Clusaz, the family Veyrat would like to welcome you to their chalet-hotel, which is very much in the old traditional style. Their heart-felt wish is to help you discover «their mountain» and the Savoyarde heritage through the antique furniture, their culinery skills and the authentic surroundings. You can either stay in the hotel, whose bedrooms combine modern comfort with rustic decoration (some of which are equiped with baineatherapic baths), or in the individual chalets, all equiped with a kitchen, fireplace, t.v. and telephone, which can accommodate two to eight people. Make the most of the panoramic views and the exceptionally sunny position. The hotels private bus offers a free service to La Clusaz slopes which are 1,5 km away. Discover the website of this hotel partners of Symboles de France : www.hct.net/english_version/hotel/croix-fry_manigod-gb.shtml

Hôtel Le Crychar

Fri, 30 Jul 2010 23:02:17 +0200

Upon arrival to this lovely alpine village of Les Gets, I discover typical beautiful wooden chalets. Chalet Hôtel Crychar, with its traditional sculptured balconies and its magnificient situation at the bottom of the slopes , ideal for walkers and skiers. As soon as i am entering the hotel, i can feel a strong and very nice feeling of warmth and welcoming. The decoration at "Chalet Hôtel Crychar" is very delicate and has a lot of character. Discover the website of this hotel partners of Symboles de France : www.hct.net/hotels/crychar_gets-fr.shtml

Hôtel Le Dahu

Fri, 30 Jul 2010 23:02:17 +0200

Situated in the calm and tranquility of the south facing slopes of Morzine, at 400 m from the village center and the lifts, your stay at the Dahu will be filled with the warmth of the wooden surroundings, the cheerfulness and the comfort of a large mountain chalet. For those who like sports, in winter there is a ski guide, and in summer numerous activities are organised by the hotel. After tobogganing, or a walk in the mountains, you may pick up your children from the «baby-club», and go and relax with them in the fitness room or the swimming pool. Cosy bar, cocktails in the drawing room in front of an open wood fire. Priviledged access to the golfs courses in Morzine-Avoriaz and Les Gets. Discover the website of this hotel patners of Symboles de France : www.hct.net/english_version/hotel/dahu_morzine-gb.shtml

Hôtel Les Gentianettes

Fri, 30 Jul 2010 23:02:17 +0200

"At the foot of "" Cornettes de Bises (2433 m) "", the Hotel-Restaurant Les Gentiantianettes is situated close by the center of the station, nevertheless in tranquility, since it is away from the main road. A chalet (woodhouse) of 3 floors, in mountain architecture, surfaced in clear wood, aspires to the gentleness of living in a charming environment and pleasant ambiance. In a warm dining room, with the mountain spirit, Claude TRINCAZ, the owner and the chef, invites you to discover a well-done and refined cuisine. He prepares food with local products, unedited recipes. delicious and full of savor. The new little "" carnotzets "" awaits you at dinner of savoyard specialties that you can share with family or friends. Our double bedrooms, in warm shades and with well-done decors, are all well-equipped to give you the best comfort . You may have familial rooms with the mountain view. Toning corners are available for you: covered swimming pool, steam bath, jacuzzi and sauna. To make you feel better, you may have a massage (to be reserved). Discover the website of this hotel partners of Symboles de France : www.hct.net/english_version/hotel/gentianettes_chapelle_abondance-gb.shtml

Hôtel Les Grands Montets

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At the foot of the famed Grands Montets ski area, a warm welcome awaits you in this Savoyard style chalet hotel. Authentic wooden beams and warm colours combine with a range of modern amenities, to ensure that your stay is a memorable one. We offer a selection of spacious rooms (some with a mezzanine for families) with views of either Mont-Blanc or of the Glacier dArgentière. All have a balcony or a terrace and are decorated with fabrics of Provence. Discover our warm places: bar, cosy fireside lounge orour terrace facing the Mont-Blanc. Relax and enjoy the indoor heated swimming pool, sauna, steam room and gym. Regarding gastronomy, we will give you our best address on Argentière or Chamonix. Discover the website of this hotel partner of Symboles de France : www.hct.net/english_version/hotel/gd-montets_argentiere-gb.shtml

Hôtel La Griyotire

Fri, 30 Jul 2010 23:02:17 +0200

The hotel "La Griyotire", a charming 3 star cottage, opens its doors to you in the heart of the traditional mountain village of Praz sur Arly, near Megeve. We welcome you to this cozy nest where 16, tastefully, appointed guest rooms await you in a stylish wood paneled setting and plush bedding with soft down comforters. A warm living room, delicately, designed with a fireplace, a convenient exquisite and diverse menu invites you to relax in an enchanting environment. Other on-site amenities include a fitness center with sauna, steam bath and massages. Discover the website of this hotel partners of Symboles de France : www.hct.net/english_version/hotel/griyotire_praz-sur_arly-gb.shtml

Hôtel Macchi

Fri, 30 Jul 2010 23:02:17 +0200

In the heart of Châtel, an authentic village in the Abondance valley and in the "Portes du Soleil" skiing resort, your stay will be pleasant in this sweet chalet, made of wood and painted furniture. The rooms, comfortable, spacious and decorated with taste will charm you. At the Macchi's table, the French cuisine is renowed for taste, generosity and excellence, where you can savour the specialities of the Savoyard Region inside its "carnotzet". In the evening, around the fireplace, at the swimmig pool or the fitness centre, you can relax while the children play in the play room. Born from a ski champion background, Eric will advise you on choosing your ski equipment at the hotel store. Discover the website of this hotel partners of Symboles de France : www.hct.net/english_version/hotel/macchi_chatel-gb.shtml

Hôtel l'Hermitage

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The hotel is well located very near to the center of Chamonix, opposite the sports complex and the starting point for the cross-country skiing trails. ""Les Mouilles"" is one of the oldest inhabited areas of Chamonix valley and has splendid views of Mont-Blanc range that you can see directly from your balcony. Relaxation / Activities, lounges, sitting-room with fireplace, boutique ""Le Flocon de Bois"", Internet facility, billard, table football, children's room, fitness room, solarium and sauna. Light meals, Savoyard dishes and wines. Discover the website of this hotel partners of Symboles de France : www.hct.net/english_version/hotel/hermitage_chamonix_montblanc-gb.shtml

Hôtel La Marmotte

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A large chalet at the foot of the slopes and lifts. A warm relaxed atmosphere in a wooden pannelled setting, and a drawing room with an open log fire. After skiing or walking, you can benefit from a magnificent fitness center with 10 stations, indoor pool, 2 saunas, Urkish bath/hammam, jacuzzi, massage*, cellu M6*, and lymphatic drainage*. The summer season greets you with our 18 hold Gold course in Les Gets, with a green fee of 15 euros. Discover the website of this hotel partners of Symboles de France : www.hct.net/english_version/hotel/marmotte_gets-gb.shtml

Hôtel le Morillon

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Ideally located, in Winter at the foot of the slopes, , in Summer in the heart of the village aour HOTEL Savoyard CHALET offer you a pleasant area for your holidays. Once through the doorway you will find all the warm and cosy atmosphere in the full mountain tradition. Test the quality of our traditional and refined Savoyard cuisine in our picturesque restaurant with a view over the mountains. After skiing or walking, you will be able to benefit from one moment of relaxation and to find dynamism and form with space SPA, swimming pool, jacuzzi, sauna and steam room, in a setting of water, wood and stones of the mountains, fitness room and massages. Discover the website of this hotel partners of Symboles de France : www.hct.net/hotels/morillon_morillon-fr.shtml

Hôtel Neige et Roc

Fri, 30 Jul 2010 23:02:17 +0200

The Neige et Roc is situated in a park a hectare in size, a few yards from the village centre. The Deffaugt family would like to welcome you to two large chalets, the hotel and the residence. Here you can unwind in a harmony of wood and stone in the drawing rooms. You may taste their delicious cocktails in the bar, in front of an open fire, and you can relax after a days skiing in the fitness room. Those who like sports will appreciate the equipment provided and activities organized by the hotel. Discover the website of this hotel partners of Symboles de France : www.hct.net/english_version/hotel/neige-roc_samoens-gb.shtml

Hôtel La Balme

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On the heights of the slopes, within a five-minutes walking distance from the village centre, La Balme welcomes you in a refined and relaxed atmosphere. 26 cozy and snug rooms entirely renovated offer a stunning view from their bay windows onto the ski slopes and the village. La Balme reserves you its regional and well reputed delicacies. After an intense day of skiing or walking in the region of the sybelles, you can tone up in our fitness room and layback in our elegant saloon especially created for your enjoyment and wellbeing. Discover the website pf this hotel partners of Symboles de France : www.hct.net/hotels/balme_saintsorlindarves-fr.shtml

Hôtel Le Calgary

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Named after the Winter Games at which local hero Franck Piccard won an Olympic gold medal, the 40-room Hotel Le Calgary is located in the upper part of Les Saisies ski resort. Despite its close proximity to ski runs and shops, the hotel prides itself on its relaxed atmosphere, calm and conviviality. The hotel combines Tyrolean architecture with modern and family-oriented facilities. Its attentive but unfussy staff are keen to ensure that guests and their friends unwind on holiday,which is why children are more than welcome to choose from carefully thought-out menus in its renowned restaurant. Guests are of course free to enjoy the hotels swimming-pool, sauna, hammam, UVA cabin, bar and games facilities as well as regular musical events. Discover the website of this hotel partners of Symboles de France : www.hct.net/english_version/hotel/calgary_saisies-gb.shtml

Hôtel Le Caprice des Neiges

Fri, 30 Jul 2010 23:02:17 +0200

Situated on the balcony-like terrace in the Val d'Arly, looking out over the Mont Charvin and the majestic Aravis Range. At the foot of the ski runs you will find the ""Caprice des Neiges"" waiting for you with a warm and charming welcome. You will have some really exceptionnally pleasant times in its cosy and pleasant décor. To unwind after skiing or an excursion in the mountains, you will appreciate cocktails and friendship by the wood-burning fireplace. In summer there are a lot of outdoor activities available to get you toned up and relaxed ! There's a mountain biking, fly fishing, hikes, several pleasant walks in the Val d'Arly and the Beaufortain region, etc.. In the restaurant, the menu is generous, original and creative, and extensively features the flavours that are specific to the Alps. Discover the website of this hotel partners of Symboles de France : www.hct.net/english_version/hotel/caprice_neiges_cohennoz-gb.shtml

Hôtel la Ferme du Chozal

Fri, 30 Jul 2010 23:02:17 +0200

Discover a traditional Beaufortain farmhouse completely restored. Tradition and comfort, warm welcome and respect of the environment are the key words to describe this new destination. Situated in the village of Hauteluce and connected to the ski resort of les Saisies, only 4 km from the cable car to the ski resort of les Contamines-Monjoie. All year round, endulge a relaxing stay in a preserved region. 11 rooms each individually decorated: stone, wood and warm fabrics, original pieces of furniture and rare objects together with the famous Philippe Starck bathrooms and contemporary lightning.Should it be in front of the fire place, comfortably sitting in the library or enjoying a meal with friends around the dinner table, just feel at home. Discover the website of this hotel partners of Symboles de France : www.hct.net/english_version/hotel/ferme_chozal_hauteluce-gb.shtml

Hotel Le Sherpa

Fri, 30 Jul 2010 23:02:17 +0200

Come and enjoy the sporty « high mountain » atmosphere in a cosy hotel with a great deal of character at 2300 m above sea level, where there is always snow. After your unforgettable days out in the 3 Vallées ski area, the biggest in the world, you will really enjoy our very well equipped and tastefully decorated rooms and suites and our tasty cooking with its special treats. We do everything we can to make your holiday as a family or with friends absolutely unforgettable, from your evenings relaxing by the fireside, via the sauna, hammam and jacuzzi area which is open to you every afternoon, and the beauty and well-being area, to our team which is always at your service and ready to help. You can get right up to the hotel entrance on your skis. The hotel is in a quiet spot, quite close to the shops and the centre of the village. Discover the website of this hotel partners of Symboles de France : www.hct.net/english_version/hotel/sherpa_val_thorens-gb.shtml

Hotel Le Christiania

Fri, 30 Jul 2010 23:02:17 +0200

A traditional family-run hotel with an at home atmosphere facing south and the beautiful «Vercors Hight Plateaux» mountain range, a few minutes away from the village and the leisure centre, direct access to the 10 tennis courts of the Country club, 5 km away from an 18-hole golf course; in winter free shuttle buses will take you to the largest European Alpine and Nordic skiing area to enjoy a wide range of winter activities in a superb scenery which often reminds of the Canadian Far North. In the hotel you can enjoy comfort and friendliness, the fragrance of the wood in the fireplace, of the wax on the furniture, of the lavender on the key rings of your rooms and the so many different aromas of a refined cooking. All the rooms are decorated in a different way and most of them face south and the mountains. You can relax by the 2 swimming-pools: one of which indoor with some fitness equipment. Discover the website of this hotel partners of Symboles de France : www.hct.net/english_version/hotel/christiania_villard-gb.shtml

Hotel du Golf

Fri, 30 Jul 2010 23:02:17 +0200

2 284 m high thats the Grande Moucherolle. At its feet you will discover an old farm which has become a 3 star hotel. It has always been inhabited and taken care of by the same and only family who will welcome you warmly. Its surprising, beautiful, comfortable and its the last house before the great Vercors Regional Parc. During the winter the snowy slopes are just a few minutes away and during the winter many activities are at your disposal: golf, tennis, bike, paragliding etc. A wonderful place to discover and make the most of the beautiful nature that surrounds the hotel. Discover the website of this hotel partners of Symboles de France : www.hct.net/english_version/hotel/golf_correncon-gb.shtml

Hôtel Chalet Mounier

Fri, 30 Jul 2010 23:02:17 +0200

"Firstly a mountain refuge and Alpine farm in 1879, this authentic mountain chalet transformed little by little from generation to generation, has become a 3 star hotel with Georgia, Robert and Alban Mounier, where visitors feel straight away the hearty welcome and the concern to provide confort, warmth and conviviality. Covered swimming pool, fitness room, «à la carte restaurant». The hotel faces the fabulous landscape of the Ecrins National Park and is near the main skilifts" Discover the website of this hotel partners of Symboles de France : www.hct.net/english_version/hotel/mounier_2alpes-gb.shtml