By road, rail or air to our hotel in the 3 Vallées
A mountain holiday starts long before the first run. The journey, the arrival and the first evening set the tone for the whole stay. La Chaudanne stands in the centre of Méribel, at 88 rue des Jeux Olympiques, and is one of the easiest addresses to reach in the ski area, whether you travel by car, by train or by plane. Choosing a hotel in Les 3 Vallées that is simple to reach saves precious hours, especially for a short break when every half day counts.
By car. Drivers follow the A43 motorway to Albertville, then the RN90 expressway to Moûtiers. From there, the D90 road climbs for 18 kilometres up the Allues valley to Méribel. On arrival, the valet takes over and your car rests in the private garage until departure, so you no longer need to think about parking, snow chains or icy mornings. Many drivers plan to arrive before nightfall, when the last kilometres of mountain road are easier to enjoy.
By train. The nearest railway station is Moûtiers-Brides-les-Bains, at the foot of the valley. Our concierge team can help you book a transfer from the station, so the last part of the journey is as relaxed as the rest of your holiday. The climb from Moûtiers offers beautiful views over the valley, a fine introduction to the mountains.
By plane. Several international airports serve the resort: Chambéry is about 95 kilometres away, Geneva 135, Grenoble 170 and Lyon 185.
Services that ease your arrival:
- Valet parking and private garage: no need to look for a space.
- Concierge desk: help with transfers from the station.
- Luggage-light skiing: equipment delivered by the Ski Drive service.
Travelling light. Rather than carrying skis on the train, many guests rent their equipment on arrival from Chaudanne Sport, next door to the hotel. For questions about check-in or practical matters, our FAQ for guests is a useful starting point. Once you have arrived, everything in Méribel is within walking distance of La Chaudanne, from the slopes to the shops. That is the real comfort of a hotel in the 3 Vallées located in the village centre.
A family holiday in the heart of the ski area
Families feel at home in this ski area, and a hotel in the 3 Vallées needs to make life simple for parents and fun for children. At La Chaudanne, the central location already solves much of the logistics: children can walk to their ski lessons and come back to the hotel for a snack between two sessions.
Lessons and first slides. The Méribel tourist office lists the options for young skiers on its family winter activities page: a nursery for the youngest, a ski school from the age of three, group lessons for older children. Sledging fans will also find a safe area at the Altiport and the Doron sledge run, while snowshoe outings and treasure hunts keep non-skiers busy.
Rooms that fit the family. Our family categories are designed to give everyone some space. With one child, the Family room for three adds a small separate area to the main bedroom. With two, the Family room for four gives the children their own corner, between 28 and 30 square metres. Larger tribes opt for our biggest family category, sleeping five, where each of the two bedrooms has its own bathroom. All categories are presented on our rooms page.
What families appreciate during their stay:
- Kids club LEGO room: building and playing in the warmth.
- Family rooms: from three to five guests.
- Breakfast buffet: a generous start before the lessons.
Evenings together. After the slopes, parents can enjoy the indoor pool with the children or take turns at the NUXE Spa. Dinner at Le 80 brings everyone together in a lively setting, and room service is available on evenings when the youngest are too tired to go downstairs. A hotel in the 3 Vallées where everything is under one roof makes the holiday far more restful for parents.
Grandparents welcome. More and more families travel across three generations. Connecting Standard rooms allow grandparents to stay close to the children while keeping their own space, and the central location means everyone can choose their own pace, from a full day on the slopes to a gentle walk in the village.
Les 3 Vallées in summer, a mountain playground
When the snow melts, Les 3 Vallées change their face. Meadows turn green, lakes reappear and the paths open up to walkers, cyclists and golfers. La Chaudanne welcomes guests in summer as well, offering the same central base in a quieter, greener Méribel.
Long days outdoors. In summer, the mountains invite slow exploration. Families picnic by the lakes, keen walkers set off at dawn for the high passes, and cyclists enjoy the quiet roads of the Allues valley. Each evening, guests come back to the hotel with stories of their day and an appetite for dinner.
Hiking. Walkers head into the Tuéda nature reserve and towards its lake, while experienced hikers aim higher, up to the Col du Souffre. The tourist office details these routes and many others on its hiking page, with levels and durations.
Cycling and golf. Bike hire is available a few doors down at Chaudanne Sport, and the valley offers routes for every level, from easy rides to demanding climbs. Golfers can play the eighteen-hole course of Méribel, set at altitude with views over the peaks. The full range of activities is presented on the summer activities page of Méribel Tourisme.
Hotel services that complete a summer day:
- Indoor pool and sauna: to relax after a long walk.
- Solarium terrace: the evening sun after a day outdoors.
- NUXE Spa: a facial after hours in the mountain air.
A quieter rhythm. Summer in Méribel is ideal for those who love space and calm. Days are long, evenings are mild, and the village keeps its friendly atmosphere without the winter crowds. Staying at our hotel in Les 3 Vallées in July or August is a way to discover the mountains differently, at your own pace. Guests who only know our hotel in the 3 Vallées in winter are often surprised to find the same resort so green and peaceful, with flowering meadows all around.
Summer evenings at the hotel. After a day of walking or cycling, the indoor pool, the sauna and the solarium terrace offer a welcome break. Dinner at Le 80 or a drink at the bar then rounds off the day in a relaxed atmosphere.
Book directly on our official website to plan your summer or winter stay with our team.
