The Best Family-Friendly Hotels for a Ski Vacation

From ski slopes to arcades, the mountains offer a thousand ways to enjoy winter with the family. These hotels, attentive to the needs of children as well as parents, have everything you need for a stay that will delight young and old alike. A tour of the best Family-friendly hotels for winter.

Les Fermes de Marie

There are places that immediately make you want to slow down. At Les Fermes de Marie, the calm, the light, and the large weathered chalets create a setting where you feel at home even before you've unpacked your suitcase. A must-stay 5-star family refuge in the resort and regularly cited among the best family-friendly hotels in Megève, the Sibuet family's domain has the air of a small ancient village, with its 9 alpine chalets nestled in the heart of the mountain.

Located in a two-hectare park just a short walk from the center, the’Luxury hotel in Megève opens on one side to the village and on the other to vast snowy horizons. An ideal location, both close to nature and the ski area, accessible by private shuttle service provided to guests in just a few minutes. Perfect for families. Here, everyone finds their place: you can hurtle down the slopes in the morning, go for a walk in the forest in the afternoon, or simply warm up upon return with an afternoon snack by the fire. On cold days, the indoor heated pool, kept between 28 and 30°C, becomes an irresistible playground for young and old alike. 

The real secret to’5-star hotel in Megève lies in its welcoming atmosphere. Here, children have their own world, designed as a mini resort within a resort. The Hameau des Enfants, a charming miniature chalet, welcomes the youngest with workshops, games, and small adventures led by a Kids Concierge available throughout the school holidays, with activities tailored to each age group. Meanwhile, parents can head to the 1,000 m² Pure Altitude spa, a wellness area where they can enjoy the pools, jets, sauna, or a mountain plant wrap treatment from the Pure Altitude alpine cosmetic line.

At dinnertime, the Restaurant des Fermes features Savoyard products through cuisine that is both generous and elegant. You can also treat yourself to a special moment at the Alpage des Fermes, a table d'hôte perched at an altitude of 1,800 meters., exclusively reserved for clients of Maisons et Hôtels Sibuet in Megève, or at the Carnotzet, a cheese restaurant with a more rustic ambiance. In total, 7 restaurants await young and old lovers of gastronomy. For children, a Kids Friendly meal is specially designed for them in the evening at the Table des Enfants (available during school holidays), giving parents the opportunity to enjoy a tête-à-tête if they wish.

Regarding accommodation, the rooms and suites (up to 50m²combine wood and warm fabrics in an elegant mountain spirit. They can accommodate up to five people, while the Private chalets for rent in the Alps with 5-star hotel services, offering large families the space and privacy of a real vacation home, with concierge service, access to restaurants and the spa. To enjoy the estate in a different way, the common areas also invite relaxation. The bar, bathed in light, naturally extends après-ski with a hot chocolate or a shared drink, in the hushed comfort of the end of mountain days.

Finally, the Pure Altitude Spa, covering over 1,000 m², completes the offering: an indoor pool (4.95 m x 9.44 m), a 14-meter lap pool, indoor and outdoor jacuzzis, a Japanese bath, saunas, a steam room, 13 treatment rooms including a duo room, a relaxation room, and a Technogym fitness area. It's a dream.

The Marie Farms
70 keys, prices starting from 524 euros per night
163 Épis Trail, 74120 Megève
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2. The Annapurna Hotel

Perched in the heart of Courchevel 1850 since 1974, the Annapurna Hotel has weathered the ages without ever losing its soul. This Pinturault family establishment opens onto the slopes and the valley, offering a majestic panorama on every floor thanks to its large bay windows.

The 76 unique rooms and suites are named after mythical peaks like Everest, Makalu, and K2. They offer various configurations, from cozy rooms for two to four people to spacious suites with saunas and terraces that can accommodate families, couples, or groups of friends seeking comfort and privacy.

Family home in constant motion, the’hotel in Courchevel reinvents itself every winter to offer ever-increasing comfort to its clients. The hotel spa, already remarkable with its 15-meter indoor pool, has been notably redesigned to offer a more spacious hammam, a panoramic jacuzzi, two saunas (one with a view of the peaks), a sensory shower, and a soothing salt wall.

First-rate family-friendly hotel, the Chalet in Courchevel Also think about the younger ones. La Banquise des Petits, for example, welcomes children aged 3 to 10 for creative workshops, snowball fights, cookie workshops, or movie nights, while teenagers have their own space upstairs with billiards, foosball, gaming consoles, and board games. Outside, Camp de Base IV – a nod to the last camp before the ascent of Annapurna – features an igloo, a 21-meter slide, fishing, and curling for true outdoor adventures.

When it comes to gastronomy, Annapurna doesn't forget to rhyme tradition with excellence. The Michelin-starred restaurant Alpage elevates local flavors with five or seven-course tasting menus, while La Table de l'Annapurna offers generous and refined French cuisine, ideal for family or friend gatherings. La Fèrma, an intimate refuge for Savoyard specialties, invites you to savor raclette, fondue, and artisanal charcuterie in a warm setting of wood and wool.

The Annapurna Hotel
76 rooms, prices starting from 550 euros per night
734 Altiport Street, Courchevel

3. La Folie Douce Hotels Chamonix

There are hotels where you come to rest... and then there's La Folie Douce. A vast playground for mountain lovers, this establishment located right at the foot of Mont Blanc is a must-see during winter sports. Here, energy flows from morning to night: skiers, friends, and curious travelers cross paths in a lively, joyful, and festive atmosphere. The ideal hotel for a nature getaway. 

Families, on the other hand, find a true ally here. During school holidays, Kids Palace becomes a miniature kingdom for 4-12 year olds, with workshops, games, treasure hunts, and activities supervised by a dedicated team. Younger children also enjoy childcare services at the spa, toboggan runs, and benefits on the Savoy ski lifts. And of course, while the children are having fun, parents finally enjoy a moment to themselves, whether it's over a drink at Janssen bar, in the sauna, or on the terrace facing the peaks.

When it comes to rooms, the luxury mountain hotel offers plenty of options. The 250 rooms and suites, available in standard, premium, and family versions, can accommodate two to six people, with spaces designed so everyone can put away their belongings, move around, rest, or laugh together without feeling cramped. Nothing flashy: a simple, warm style, designed for groups and for those returning from skiing a little tired.

Life also unfolds around tables, as eating here is part of the show. The hotel brings together six restaurants, each with its own atmosphere: dishes to share at La Petite Cuisine, homemade pizzas with a view of Mont-Blanc, bistronomy at La Fruitière, melting cheeses at Le Mayen, or grab-and-go sandwiches between sessions on the slopes. It's hard to get bored, even if you stay for several days.

Finally, the Feel Good Club Sport & Spa offers a striking contrast to the surrounding buzz: an 18-meter heated outdoor pool, sauna, steam room, massage cabins, and a terrace with mountain views. It's the perfect place to recharge before rejoining the party, concerts, DJ sets, or themed evenings that regularly animate the hotel.

La Folie Douce Hotels Chamonix
250 rooms, prices starting from 91.80 euros per night
823 Recteur Payot Alley, Chamonix-Mont-Blanc