Val d'Isere, France
Avancher Hôtel & Lodge - Restaurant & Bar
Contemporary Alpine lodge
Contemporary Alpine lodge
The lodge runs like an easygoing mountain clubhouse, with ski hire on site and a fireside bar for post-slope drinks.
What it’s good at
Listed
A rooftop Scandinavian barrel sauna heated to eighty-five degrees overlooks the Olympic slopes.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
One of Val d’Isère’s first hotels, the old Avancher opened in 1949. In its new incarnation as the Avancher Hotel & Lodge, however, it could hardly be more 21st-century.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
The front doors open onto Avenue du Prariond, a short walk from village shops and the Bellevarde ski lifts.
The rooms
Bedrooms set pale plaster against warm timber, and windows look out toward the slopes of La Daille.
The sauna and hot tub
An indoor hot tub looks straight out at the Face de Bellevarde, and a barrel sauna sits on the roof deck.
Restaurant Avancher
The dining room has served Savoyard dishes since 1958, with Chef Olivier Nuret preparing homemade starters and bubbling cheese fondue.
How it began
The original hotel opened in 1949 as one of Val d'Isère's first, before being torn down and completely rebuilt in 2017.
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.