Grand Hôtel Serre Chevalier
Contemporary alpine minimalism. Dark wood, raw stone, clean lines. The 2016 renovation by Olivier Frémont stripped out the dated mountain-lodge clichés and replaced them with something cooler and quieter. But the fireplace and the après-ski buzz are still here.
Book a Deluxe room or above if balcony and piste views matter — Superior rooms look over the village, not the slopes
Why It Matters
The founding hotel of Serre Chevalier ski resort (est. 1947), sitting front-row opposite the main gondola in Chantemerle. The only ski-front hotel in the village with a full Nuxe Spa partnership, plus dining co-created with Michelin-starred Aixois chef Pierre Reboul. Bar L'Alta has been the après-ski heartbeat of the resort for generations.
The original hotel of Serre Chevalier, founded in 1947 and completely redesigned in 2016 by architect Olivier Frémont. Step out the front door and the main gondola is right there — the ESF ski school meeting point is literally across the street. Inside, 64 rooms are decked in dark wood and raw materials, clean and modern with genuine alpine warmth. The Nuxe Spa, two restaurants co-created with Michelin-starred chef Pierre Reboul, and Bar L'Alta — the après-ski landmark of Chantemerle for decades — make this far more than a simple ski base.
Where You'll Stay
5 room types available
Deluxe Room
Step up from Superior and you gain a balcony — and it faces the piste, not the street. Around 20m² with a king-size bed, bath or shower, and the same wood-and-natural-materials finish. The balcony view of skiers coming down in the morning is worth the upgrade.
King (fold-out sofa bed for 3rd person) · 20 sqmFamily Suite
42m² designed around family life: large master bedroom, a kids' corner with bunk beds, a sofa bed in the living area for two more, and a private terrace facing the pool. Ground floor. This is the one parents book when they want the children in the same space but not the same bed.
King master bed + bunk beds + sofa bed · 42 sqmLarge Family Suite
At 76m², this is the full apartment experience. Two large bedrooms (configurable as twin on request), a children's mountain corner with bunks, and proper living space. Sleeps up to 8. The most private and expansive option in the hotel — closer to a Chalet than a hotel room.
Two king bedrooms + bunk beds · 76 sqmSuite
Around 40m² and genuinely suite-like: a proper king bedroom separated from a living room with a double sofa bed. Balcony or terrace overlooking the pool. Room-service-from-the-living-room territory. Requested via reservations — not always available to book online.
King bed + double sofa bed · 40 sqmSuperior Room
The entry-level option, and it is cosy — deliberately so. Around 17m² with a king-size bed (fold-out sofa for a third person), views over the village rooftops, and a shower-only bathroom. Dark wood panelling, Nespresso machine, NUXE toiletries. Works well for two; three is a squeeze.
King (fold-out sofa bed for 3rd person) · 17 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
3 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
A large game room open from 7am to 1am daily, suitable for children aged 3–17. Arcade games, board games, and table football. Genuinely useful for families with restless kids post-ski.
Cross-country skiing is available in the Serre Chevalier valley. The hotel can assist with organisation.
Onsite ski shop with quality gear for all ages and skill levels, plus ski lockers with individual boot dryers in the hotel lobby. Saves time every morning.
The main gondola (Télécabine du Grand Alpe) is 100m from the hotel entrance. The ESF ski school meeting point is directly opposite. Serre Chevalier has 250km of pistes ranging from 1,326m to 2,735m.
Organised dog sled excursions in the Briançon area — the hotel can assist with arrangements.
Guided snowshoe excursions can be organised by the hotel in the surrounding mountains.
A 1h15 guided post-ski stretching and relaxation session led by hotel coach Julie Cukierman, held at the hotel. Runs evenings (5:45–6:30pm) on selected days during the season.
Direct access to the extensive summer trail network in the Serre Chevalier valley and Écrins National Park. The hotel provides trail information.
Mountain biking on the resort's lift-served trails. Rentals available locally.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
A private meeting room with natural daylight suitable for seminars, weddings, and events. Private room capacity: up to 60 persons seated / Bar L'Alta capacity for larger cocktail events up to 200.
The classic mountain fireplace at Bar L'Alta. One of the oldest après-ski destinations in the resort.
Available throughout all rooms and common areas.
Full room service available from Bar L'Alta (tapas, cocktails) and both restaurants, plus breakfast in bed.
Terrace overlooking the pistes. Braseros (fire pits) in winter for evening drinks. Dining on the terrace possible in good weather. The resort gets 300 days of sunshine per year.
Public parking nearby (reservation required, charges apply). The hotel also has underground parking with dedicated EV vehicle spaces — ask reception for access conditions.
Pets accepted on request. Charges apply.
Non-heated outdoor pool with wooden deck and loungers. Open summer season only — from around 1 July. In winter, it's the ski-out view rather than a dip. Worth knowing: it is not heated.
Located within the Nuxe Spa complex. Access included for hotel guests (one hour per day). Children 16+ only except during supervised KidsSpa slot (12–2pm).
An onsite concept store — Lulli, described as the 'ultimate Southern France concept store' bringing Marseille and Saint-Tropez style to the Alps. Clothing, accessories, lifestyle goods.
Dedicated ski storage space in the hotel lobby with individual coded lockers and boot dryers. Each room has its own locker code.
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