Ski outfitter chalet
Modeled on a traditional country store, the chalet houses a ski outfitter on the ground floor and bedrooms above.
What it’s good at
Notable
Run by the pioneering Hudry ski family alongside their ground-floor alpine outfitter boutique.
Listed
Le Strato serves regional alpine wines and charcuterie beside an open stone fireplace.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
100 meters from the ski slopes at Le Grand-Bornard is an unusual lodging: Chalet-Hôtel Les Cimes was the Hudry family’s home before it became a hotel.
Somewhere quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
The Aravis ski slopes are a hundred meters away, just above the historic hamlet of Le Chinaillon.
The rooms
Pine paneling covers the bedrooms. The top suites add whirlpool tubs looking out toward the village and mountains.
The spa
Therapists give Kansu bowl massages in wood-lined cabins, beside a stone lounge pouring herbal infusions.
The baths
A round balneotherapy tub glows under blue light and candles, set beside a sauna and steam room.
At the table
Breakfast brings local cheeses and homemade tarts by the fireplace, and the timber bar pours natural wines.
How it began
In the 1950s, local ski instructor Ernest Hudry set up a wooden shack on this spot to rent skis.
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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.