Royal Ours Blanc
Alpine boutique with a nature-themed design concept — warm, family-friendly, design-forward without being cold or minimalist. Think honeycomb geometry, amber tones, and a crackling lobby fireplace.
Book spa treatments in advance — treatments run 10am–8pm but slots fill up
Why It Matters
One of the few design-led boutique hotels in Alpe d'Huez, with a strong identity built around bear and honeycomb motifs throughout. The Sandrine Alouf interior is distinctive and the south-facing rooms with mountain views are hard to beat at this altitude (1,860m). Tablet Hotels listed.
A 4-star boutique hotel right on the main drag of Alpe d'Huez — the resort's ice rink sits directly in its shadow. The entire place leans hard into a bear-and-honeycomb concept: geometric cedar facade, warm honey-toned interiors, and a spa called 'Le Spa de l'Ours.' Designer Sandrine Alouf built a world where beeswax colours and cozy recesses make you want to stay inside even on a powder day. All 46 rooms face south for mountain views, and the seasonal restaurant, La Taverne de l'Ours, serves Alpine classics by firelight.
Where You'll Stay
3 room types available
Double Superior Room
A 2-person room designed with the honeycomb beehive theme in mind — warm colours, cozy recesses, and a south-facing outlook. Most have a balcony with mountain views. Standard in/out for couples.
1 large double bed or 2 single beds
Family Room
Built for groups of 3–4, this room adds a sofa bed to the double configuration and keeps the south-facing balcony for mountain views. Same warm palette, same cozy ethos. One of 10 family rooms in the property.
1 large double bed or 2 single beds + 1 sofa bedSuite
A duplex layout with an internal staircase, separate lounge area, and whirlpool bath. Sleeps up to 4. The bee decor is strongest here — honeycomb references throughout. Coffee machine included. Only 2 suites in the hotel, so they go fast.
1 large double bed or 2 single beds + 1 sofa bedThe Property
Eat & Drink
1 venue on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
250km of marked pistes in the Grandes Rousses ski area directly accessible from the resort. The hotel offers ski storage, ski hire, and ski passes on-site. Alpe Express cable car is steps from the hotel.
The resort's ice rink (patinoire) sits directly adjacent to the hotel on Avenue des Jeux.
On-site billiards table available to guests.
Available in the resort area near the hotel.
In summer season (late May–late September) the resort offers extensive hiking, rafting, and mountain biking. The hotel is open for summer stays.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
3 'Privilege Rooms with Mountain View' are accessible for guests with physical disabilities.
Crackling fireplace in the lobby bar area — a focal point for après-ski.
High-speed WiFi throughout the hotel including in all rooms.
South-facing sun terrace for guests.
No parking available at the hotel. Guests must pre-book municipal parking via the Alpe d'Huez website or phone +33 (0)4 76 11 21 75.
Pets accepted with a supplement of €15 per stay.
Called 'La Grotte de l'Ours' (The Bear's Cave). Open to hotel guests 7am–7:30pm daily. Sun loungers available.
Individual heated lockers for ski storage — a notable feature mentioned repeatedly by guests.
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