Hotel des Dromonts, Avoriaz, France

Description

Hotel des Dromonts is a unique 4 star, ski in ski out chalet which gets great reviews. You will be taken back to the 1960s with the Morzine slate flooring, iconic designer furniture and purple, orange and red shades for a vintage-chic atmosphere. The hotel benefits from having easy access to the fantastic Portes du Soleil Ski Area,  as well as the resort centre with a variety of shops, bars and restaurants.

The hotel is a contemporary work of architecture, the building’s “fan-shaped” design offers a panoramic views of the surrounding mountain peaks. The hotel had been designed by Jacques Labro who imagined it as a playground for big kids. The warm and cosy hotel has bright colours a retro designed furniture to take you straight back to the 60s,  the décor of the rooms follows the theme too, with cedar wood work, plush furnishings and vibrant walls. Each room also has fantastic views across the snow capped mountains.

Surrounded by a landscape of magnificent snow-covered peaks and being ideally situated in the centre of Avoriaz, you benefit from having ski in/ ski out access to the expansive Portes du Soleil ski area, and with 600 kilometres of runs to explore – there is enough to keep you occupied for the week and with the ski school just 300m away its a great family choice too.

The style of the Spa at the Hôtel des Dromonts pays tribute to the classics of Avoriaz , materials such as wooden tiles and slate combined with psychedelic decoration make you feel at peace once you enter the wellness area. Sooth your ski legs in the outdoor jacuzzi, or unwind in the sauna and hammam. There is also a relaxation area with suspended armchairs, which is perfect for a moment of peace. Treat yourself to a range of treatments including facials, manicures or relaxing and invigorating massages, which are available to book and pay for locally.

After a great day on the slopes of the Portes du Soleil, warm up in Le Festival bar with a hot chocolate, a local aperitif or a signature cocktail. With wool and leather armchairs and posters of the Avoriaz Fantastic Festival, it brings together the past and the present, it is a lovely area to enjoy after a day on the slopes or to have a cosy night in.

There are two superb restaurants to choose from, Les Enfants Terribles which is included with half board serving delicious evening meals inspired by the French cuisine, or receive credit towards informal dining in Le Festival restaurant which serves local specialities such as fondue or grilled meats, as well as burgers and other snack food.

Classic bedrooms are around 18m² and sleep two people. These rooms are also available for sole occupancy. Club bedrooms are slightly larger than Classic bedrooms at around 22m² and sleep two people. These rooms can also accommodate a cot. Superior bedrooms are around 25m² and sleep two people, there is also a bath in the bedroom.

Family Suites are around 36m² and sleep two adults and two children. The suites have a master bedroom with a private bathroom and a living area, which is separated from the master bedroom by a sliding door and sleeps an additional two children under 12 years old on a pull-out sofa bed.  There is also an adjoining room with bunk beds, which can accommodate two children under 12 years old, with its own bathroom with shower. Check out the hotel summary below.

• Spa and wellness facilities including an outdoor whirlpool, out door sauna, plus an indoor sauna and hammam.
• Fitness room with Technogym equipment
• Massage and beauty treatments
• Lounge area
• Bar
• Free Wi-Fi
• Two restaurants – Les Enfants Terribles and The Festival
• Sun terrace
• Heated ski equipment storage room