One of eight vibes
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
2 hotels
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Hôtel Hameau Albert 1er
Five generations of the Carrier family have run this storied alpine estate since 1903.
Refuge du Montenvers
Built in 1880 from quarried granite to shelter early Mont Blanc mountaineers.
2 hotels
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Hôtel Mont-Blanc
An 1849 Belle Époque building preserving ornate stucco mouldings, marble fireplaces, and grand wrought-iron staircase railings.
La Folie Douce Hotels Chamonix
Built in 1904, the former Savoy Palace retains its Belle Époque grandeur.
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.
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.
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.