Immerse yourself in an exclusive blend of world class, bespoke style and service at the heavenly mountain retreat The Grandes Alpes Hotel. The hotel nestles on the slopes in Courchevel 1850, in one of the most exclusive locations and arguably the best ski area in the world. Created in 1948, this was the first ever hotel in Courchevel 1850, and opened its doors simultaneously with the resorts first ever ski lift. It’s unique location at the heart of the resort, where three main ski slopes arrive, meant that during it’s early year’s the hotel was even home to the village’s post office, bank, tourist office, ski school…This heavenly mountain retreat will ensure an unforgettable experience in one of the world’s most desirable locations.
No request is too big, or too small. The expert knowledge of the professional team of personalised butlers, chefs, housekeepers, masseurs and childminders – to name but a few – is all dedicated to guests’ every wish. Some of the exclusive services include access to private helicopters, luxury limousines, expert ski guides, exclusive wine tasting, select restaurants, night club reservation/private hire, tailor made events or celebrations.
The Grandes Alpes Hotel is composed of nine apartments, creating 30 luxury bedrooms and suites. These can be configured into deluxe rooms (28m²), one or two-bedroom bespoke suites (from 100m²) or three or four-bedroom apartments (from 150m² to 300m²).
The 25sqm Deluxe rooms have a large bed or two single beds, a luxurious shower room, flat screen TV, complimentary Wifi, an Apple TV system and a mini bar. The warm atmosphere with wood essences, exclusive patterns, and sensual textures help create a truly unique atmosphere. View of the village and the valley. Prestige Rooms are also available at 30sqm.
The Deluxe rooms have a large bed, bathroom with bathtub, flat screen, free Wifi, Apple TV system. Warm atmosphere with wood essences, exclusive patterns, sensual textures that help create a truly unique atmosphere. View of the village and the valley.
Apartments all feature en-suite bedrooms, a professional kitchen and wine cellar, and large dining and living areas.
Located on the First, Second or Third floors, these 100sqm Suites consist of a south facing living room with fireplace and view over the slopes, in addition to the deluxe en-suite bedroom.
The 125sqm Suite has a 43sqm ensuite bedroom, an open dining room and a living room with fireplace, both facing south with a view of the slopes.
The 130sqm suite has two ensuite bedrooms, a large lounge with fireplace overlooking the slopes, and a sofa bed.
Located on the second floor, the 170sqm Two Bedroom Ruby suite has two en-suite bedrooms, one with a hammam, and a large open-plan dining room, a living room with fireplace overlooking the village and valley, and a smoking room.
Located on the fourth floor, the Two Bedroom Penthouse Suite features two deluxe en-suite bedrooms, including a master bedroom of 43 M² with private dressing room, a large dining room with fireplace and views of the slopes, private elevator access, and a massage room with steam room.
Situated on the first floor, the Amethyst and Garnet apartments offer three en-suite bedrooms and stunning dining and living areas, complete with fireplace. The Amethyst apartment also features a private outdoor hot tub and is convenient for those with disabilities. The similar Jade apartment overlooks the magical village of Courchevel.
On the second floor, the Topaz and Beryl apartments both feature three en-suite bedrooms; the Beryl apartment also features a beautiful 43sqm master bedroom with its own massage treatment area.
On the third floor, Onyx offers three en-suite bedrooms (including a remarkable south facing 43 m² master bedroom). Both the dining room and the living room are south facing with stunning views over the slopes and perfectly situated balconies. Convenient for people with disabilities.
As its name suggests the Emerald apartment is a rare gem, a penthouse, occupying the entire fourth floor. The apartment boasts one of the best views in the resort, overlooking the slopes where many prestigious, international downhill competitions take place. The apartment features four en-suite bedrooms (including the 44sqm master bedroom and its spacious bathroom and dressing room), an exceptional south facing living room overlooking the slopes with a fireplace, a dedicated children’s play area, a large welcoming dining room (also south facing), and a personal mini spa with its own massage treatment room and steam room.
The Ruby apartment embodies warmth and comfort. A stunning duplex located on the second floor, Ruby consists of four large en-suite bedrooms (including the master bedroom complete with its own private steam room), a vast open-plan dining room overlooking the charming centre of the village of Courchevel, a cigar room with a fine selection of whiskies, and a stylish living room with fireplace and beautiful valley views.
Located on the third floor the Serpentine apartment is perfect for families with children of any age, with four en-suite bedrooms.
Dining
December 2021 at the Grandes Alpes Hotel was marked by the opening of a new restaurant by renowned chef Sylvestre Wahid, an adept of modern French gastronomy and winner of two Michelin stars. The location of the restaurant was not chosen by chance: in Courchevel, Sylvestre Wahid received his second Michelin star in 2012. Identifying himself as an expert in both contemporary gastronomy and modern hotel business, the renowned chef offers the guests of the Grandes Alpes an epicurean journey during the winter vacations. The cosy Sylvestre Wahid’s restaurant with an open kitchen can serve 20 people. If you wish to retreat, you can order gastronomic dinners in the apartment.
After skiing, Bellini Lounge Bar offers tea time pastries, hot chocolates and crepes for children and adults alike. With a superb selection of spirits, liqueurs and cocktails, not to mention a range of vintage champagnes served in the finest crystal, Bellini’s has all the quintessential ingredients of a world-class bar. Enjoy live music in the evenings whilst sipping a glass of the hotel’s famous Bellini.
At Grandes Alpes, guests are welcome to order their favorite dishes at any time of the day or night. The exquisitely varied and balanced menu is designed not to limit your imagination: order whatever you like and whenever you like. Choose the most comfortable place to have a seat: in a spacious private dining room, balcony, terrace, bar, or VIP zone. The wonderful team of chefs will fulfil all the guests’ wishes, whether it’s a family meal or a gastronomic dinner with a degustation menu for a large group of friends. The availability of fully equipped kitchens allows the chefs to cook any delicacy of the world, taking into account individual eating habits. For example, there could be several types of “Olivier” salad during the New Year holidays. A personal butler takes care of the elegant catering and serves guests throughout their stay. Breakfast can be served at any time throughout the day in the dining room and may be served separately for different members of the family.
Ski & Spa
The hotel’s private ski room and boutique is ideally located with ski in/ski out access directly on the slopes. From private ski guides and ski passes, to every kind of ski, boots and accessories you could wish for whether you are an adult or a child, a beginner or an extreme off piste skier, the boutique offers everything you need or desire for your day on the mountains.
Widely regarded as Europe’s best ski resort, Courchevel has become a favourite winter playground for an international elite of individuals accustomed to the best in all domains. Renowned for its perfectly groomed runs and virtually queue-free skiing thanks to an excellent lift system, it also offers chic shopping and a large choice of fine dining options adapted to all tastes and desires.
The Bellefontaine brand opens the doors to the world of anti-ageing through unparalleled luxury, for an elite clientele looking for youth and excellence. Bespoke beauty treatments are based on natural and precious ingredients from the Alps, pure water from glaciers and the most recent discoveries in biotechnology, while unique and revolutionary complex EDELGEN aims to fight against soft inflammation – one of the main causes of skin ageing. The hotel also features a luxurious indoor swimming pool.
Map and travel information
Monday – Friday: 9am – 5:30pm
Saturday: 10am – 4:00pm
1 Market Place Mews, Gardiner Place,
Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire, RG9 2AH