Ski holidays in Les 2 Alpes

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Enjoy snow sure skiing in Les 2 Alpes

  • Resort altitude of 1650 metres 
  • Skiing to 3568 metres
  • Over 225 kilometres of slopes
  • Large glacier guaranteeing snow security throughout the season

Les 2 Alpes stretches along a spectacular valley which has developed into a popular ski resort from its original mountain origins, with magnificent scenery which can be enjoyed from the top of the glacier. The après ski is lively with an impressive number of shops, bars, restaurants and animated nightlife. The whole resort lies alongside the main pistes so you are never far from one of the many lifts. Les 2 Alpes is a snow sure mountain resort with over 225 kilometres of slopes - 70% of these slopes being over 2000 metres in altitude, so throughout the season you'll be guaranteed natural snow. Please note that parking is now payable locally for the 24/25. 

Family skiing in Les 2 Alpes

Les 2 Alpes is recognised as a family friendly resort, having been awarded the Family Plus label for it's personalised welcome and activities/entertainment for all ages. The ski area is vast and diverse, giving you access to a wide selection of slopes, fun zones, boarder cross and a brand new beginner area.

Skiing and snowboarding in Les 2 Alpes

There's over 225km of skiing available in Les 2 Alpes and there's a number of runs for all abilities. Beginners will enjoy the gentle greens in Les Cretes while intermediates and experts will enjoy the mix of red and black runs in the La Fée valley. There's new beginners zones at the foot of the slopes, and the Diable chairlift had been turned into a telemix - a combination of chairlifts and gondolas - to get you where you want to be even quicker. The Viking-Gentianes and Grand Bosquet provides you with free access to a magic carpet and drag lift - perfect for brand new skiers.

Les 2 Alpes is currently investing 153 million euros over the next 3 years to make their resort even more accessible and enjoyable, no matter your snow sports experience. For winter 2024, there will be the brand new Jandri 3S cable car that'll travel from 1650 metres to the mountains summit at 3200 metres. It'll be replacing the current Jandri Express. Previously it had taken around 40 minutes to get to the top, this new high speed gondola takes you to new heights in just 17 minutes.

With the goal of making the Vallee Blanche accessible for all levels, two new lifts are being made to transport you comfortably up to the 2100m summit and this experience will be enhanced by the creation of the first green trail in the ski area. There's also construction underway for a conveyor belt and ski lift on the Champamé side that will connect the Les 2 Alpes 1800 sector to the rest of resort.

Where to stay in Les 2 Alpes

We offer a variety of accommodation in Les 2 Alpes, many of which are within close proximity to the slopes. You have plenty of choice of accommodation styles ranging from modern apartments, family run establishments or hotels with extensive wellness facilities. 

For those families looking to make the most of the resorts family label, we'd recommend considering one of our family friendly hotels. Hotel Les Cretes has a free kids club for all ages available, as well as an animation team to keep the whole family entertained. Hotel Chalet Mounier is a delightful family run alpine hotel and was one of the first to be built in the resort. The owners provide a warm welcome, as well as access to a TV and entertainment area and games room that is perfect for children looking for fun off the slopes. 

Bars and restaurants in Les 2 Alpes 

Les 2 Alpes is a bustling resort with plenty of options for restaurants and après on and off the mountain. Enjoy live music, DJs and dancing at The Pano Bar for a true après experience. There's also plenty of restaurants dotted around both resort and the mountain serving a variety of dishes including regional cuisine, burgers, pizza or crepes. Perfect for a well deserved lunch break. 

What's included in an Inghams holiday to Les 2 Alpes

Flights, transfers and accommodation based on self catering, bed and breakfast, half board, all inclusive or full board. Optional add ons include equipment hire, lift pass and tuition, please see the 'ski extras' tab below for more information on these.

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Ski hotels in Les 2 Alpes

Hotel Les Cretes
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Hotel Les Cretes Les 2 Alpes Bedroom

The Hotel Les Crêtes is an all inclusive hotel with a great location in Les 2 Alpes, the hotel is ski in/ski out meaning you can access to the 200km of pistes easily. The animation team will keep the whole family occupied, with entertainment held throughout the winter season.

 

 

 

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Hotel Les Melezes
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The Hotel Les Mélèzes is ideally located in the centre of Les 2 Alpes at the bottom of the pistes. Offered on a half board basis, you'll enjoy a continental breakfast buffet and four course set dinner menu during your stay. 

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Hotel Chalet Mounier
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The family-run Hotel Chalet Mounier was one of the first hotels to be built in the resort and it has been smartly modernised yet still retains a character of its own. Enjoy gourmet dining on a half board basis, a relaxing spa and wonderful mountain views from the charming alpine style bedrooms.

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Hotel Serre Palas
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Hotel Serre-Palas is a quaint family run hotel with a warm and welcoming atmosphere, a short distance away from the ski lifts. Offered on bed and breakfast basis, the hotel serves a hearty continental breakfast and is located close to local restaurants and shops. The traditional rooms have picturesque mountain views. 

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Hotel Le Panorama
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The Panorama provides good accommodation in a great location for easy access to skiing. You'll have easy access to the slopes,  with the piste being 50m away and the nearest lift being 100m from the residence. This hotel is offered on a full board basis with the option to upgrade to all inclusive. 

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Residence Les Clarines
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Residence Les Clarines is recently renovated building offering spacious, self catered apartments, situated in the heart of the Clarines district of Les 2 Alpes with ski in/ ski out access.

 

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Hotel Base Camp Lodge
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Hotel Base Camp Lodge Double Bedroom

Hotel Base Camp Lodge is in a great location at the end of the main street in Les 2 Alpes resort centre. Also being just a few minutes walk from the ski lifts, Télésiège du Diable, makes the hotel even better location wise. You'll enjoy breakfast and dinner included with your stay as this hotel is offered on a half board basis. 

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Hotel Ibiza
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The Hotel Ibiza brings a fresh atmosphere to Les 2 Alpes with it's eclectic homage to pop culture; a young Madonna and The Rolling Stones are but a few of the famous names embellishing the hotel walls plus the nearest lift is just 300m away via a shuttle bus from the hotel. Offered on a half board basis or all inclusive.

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L'Ours Blanc Apartments
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These self catered apartments are in a superb position at the foot of the piste with indoor pool and leisure facilities. Built in a traditional mountain style, each apartment is furnished to a high level of comfort and fitted with all modern amenities.

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Residence Neige et Soleil
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These well equipped self catered apartments are furnished in a modern alpine style, equipped with all of the home comforts you may need for a week in Les 2 Alpes. With a great location in resort you can easily access the slopes and resort facilities, and at the end of the day return to a small wellness area with pool, sauna and steamroom.

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Village Club du Soleil
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Village Club du Soleil is a fantastic inclusive ski-in/ski-out property. Offered on a full board basis, meals are all-you-can-eat buffet-style (including wine!) and there are a range of children’s clubs included for ages 3 months -18 years. The price also includes lift pass and ski equipment- including helmets for children.

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Ski and Snowboard Information
Skiing levels
Beginner
Intermediates
Advanced
Snowboard
Cross country

Les 2 Alpes is known as an "upside down" resort given that the easier slopes tend to be found at the top of the resort, and the challenging routes are lower down. 

Beginner skiing and snowboarding in Les 2 Alpes

There are a selection of beginner slopes close to the resort, for complete beginners, there are five free ski lifts on the lower slopes which do not require a lift pass. Once you have gained your confidence, a lift pass will be required to access the other lifts and pistes. You will then have access to plenty of easy slopes to practice your turns and technique. By the end of the week head up the glacier via the Jandri Express for long cruisy blues. 

Intermediates skiing and snowboarding in Les 2 Alpes

There's a large selection of runs for intermediate skiers and boarders as there's a good range of red and black runs throughout the area. There's some fast cruising here especially from the glacier to Toura and in the terrain of the north-facing bowls. There are even some wide cruisy blue rooms on the glacier.

Advanced skiing and snowboarding in Les 2 Alpes

Advanced skiers and boarders will enjoy the challenging runs in the XYZ area, the Grand Couloir from Tête Moute should not be missed. Otherwise head to the Vallons Diable itinerary and the endless powder in the Fée Bowl. 

Freestyle and free-ride in Les 2 Alpes

A top resort with terrain to suit all levels. Try the boardpark at mid station with its kickers, spines, rails and boardercross course.

What's new for 2024? 

Les 2 Alpes is currently investing 153 million euros over the next 3 years to make their resort even more accessible and enjoyable, no matter your snow sports experience. For winter 2024, there will be the brand new 3S cable car that'll travel from 1650 metres to the mountains summit at 3200 metres. It'll be replacing the current Jandri Express. Previously it had taken around 40 minutes to get to the top, this new high speed gondola takes you to new heights in just 17 minutes.


Mountain facts
Area 225 km
Resort Altitude 1650m
Ski Alt. From 1450m
Ski Alt. To 3568m
Runs 13 43 15 9
Lifts
Lift Ski LockersNo
Whole Area Pass Lifts42
Night Skiing IncludedNo
Glaciers1
Snow Cannon Coverage25%
Cross Country Trails

20km of trails

Off-piste OptionsYes
Things To Do

Things to do in Les Deux Alpes

Restaurants, food and drink

There is no shortage of restaurants in resort and on the mountain, whether you feel like traditional Savoyard cuisine, burger, tapas or a Michelin star meal, there is something for everyone at every budget. At lunch time. try the La Bergerie Kanata restaurant at the top of the Cote-Pied Moutet chairlift for authentic Savoyard cuisine, or Refuge des Glaciers for a quick takeaway lunch. For those looking for an evening meal, there are plenty of choices of restaurants throughout the resort, head to La Patate for regional specialties or Pasta Mia Trattoria for home made pasta and an Aperol Spritz.

Apres, bars, clubs and nightlife 

Once you have finished skiing for the day a spot for apres is not hard to find,  whether you want to sit back with a beer or party the night away you can find it in Les 2 Alpes. Umbrella Bar at the bottom of the Jandri lift attracts crowds with lively music. For those looking to party the night away there are a handful of late night spots throughout the resort, L'Avalanche nightclub is open until early hours of the morning and has regular parties throughout the winter season. 

Relaxation

Many of the hotels and apartments have wellness facilities available for their guests to use. These include the Residence Les Clarines, Hotel Chalet Mounier and the L'Ours Blanc Apartments. 

Shopping

There are lots of shops selling souvenirs and local products. Similarly, there are a number of small supermarkets dotted around the resort for those staying on a self catering basis requiring groceries. 

Equipment rental and sports shops are typically open until late in the day so you can maximise your time on the mountain before returning your equipment at the end of your last day.

Les Deux Alpes Resort Activies

Palais des Sports

The local sport centre will keep you occupied when there are white out days, have a game of badminton, tennis, volleyball or basketball or head up the indoor climbing wall. Payable locally. 

Swimming 

You can visit the Espace Forme 1800, and make the most of the heated outdoor pool surrounded by the mountains or relax in the Jacuzzi to give your ski legs a break. If relaxing isn't your thing, there is a gym onsite so you can train for your next ski adventure. Entry is approximately €5.50 per adult just for the pool or €12 for gym and pool entry.

Ice Skating

Enjoy skating on the artificial ice rink located in the centre of Les 2 Alpes free of charge with your six day lift pass. On two evenings the ice rink is reserved for 'Ice Gliding' (bumper cars on ice). Skate and ice glider hire is an additional cost and is payable locally. 

Night skiing

Ski under the stars in Les 2 Alpes. Each week, the Lutins button lift stays open so you can carrying on skiing after the rest of the lifts have shut for the day. It is an excellent experience for intermediate skiers and boarders. You don't need to pay extra for this, it is included with a valid lift pass. 

Tobogganing

Swap your skis or board for a toboggan and whiz down one of the four dedicated toboggan runs near the base of the slopes. Although the runs are predominantly designed for children, adults can have a go on selected evenings. 

Bowling 

if you are after a fun activity after ski activity, head to Le Strike Bowling Alley for a game or two. The bowling alley also has arcade games, a football table, billiards and a bar to keep you entertained. 

Ice caves 

High up on the Roche Mantel glacier, you can go down 30m under to the magical ice caves and marvel at the hand carved ice sculptures created each year. 

Snowshoeing

If you don't ski or fancy a day off from skiing, hire some snowshoes locally and wander the snowy landscapes on foot. 

Lift Pass
6 days

Child

5 - 12 years

Adult

13 - 64 years

Senior

65 - 71 years
Whole Area Lift Pass £229 £285 £266

 

Lift pass information

Whole Area Lift Pass covers Les Deux Alpes, 2 days skiing in Alpe d'Huez & 1 day in Serre Chevalier (transport extra).

Free lift passes for children under 5 years and seniors over 72 years are issued locally. Photo ID required.

 

Prices and supplements are correct at time of publishing. Up-to-date prices are confirmed at time of booking.

Equipment Hire
6 days Category

Child

6 - 12 years

Adult 

13 years +
Skis Red - £92
Black - £106
Skis & boots  Blue - £105
Red £61 £121
Black - £142

White category skis, boots and helmet available for children aged 3-5: £48

6 days Category

Child

7 - 12 years

Adult 

13 years +
Snowboard Red - £92
Black - £106
Snowboard & boots Red £61 £121
Black - £142

Equipment information 

A helmet is included for children 

Please see here for description of hire categories.

 

Prices and supplements are correct at time of publishing. Up-to-date prices are confirmed at time of booking.

Tuition

Ski tuition 

Child 6 - 12 years

Teen course 13 - 18 years

Adult 13 years +
6 days AM £206 £206

£206

 

Snowboard tuition 

Child 8 - 12 years

Adult 13 years +
6 days AM £215

£215

 

Kids club

Child 3 - 5 years

Piou Piou

6 days AM

 £215

 

Private tuition

2 Hours

1/2 people

 £109

3/4 people

 £157

Tuition information

  • Ski and snowboard AM timings: 9:00am - 12pm
  • Piou Piou timings: 9:00am - 12pm

Levels of tuition

  • Beginner: never skied before
  • Level 1: advanced beginner; can control speed, snowplough and change direction on gentle slopes 
  • Level 2: low intermediate, snowplough turns and start to ski parallel
  • Level 3: good intermediate, Parallel turns 
  • Advanced: fully confident on all slopes, looking to improve technique

Please ensure you pre-book tuition for high season dates to avoid the ski schools being fully booked.

 

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Travel and Transportation
Travel Information

Flights depart Saturdays

  • Transfer time: approx. 3 hours 15 mins by coach from Geneva airport
  • Transfer time: approx. 2 hours 30 mins by coach from Chambery airport

Your transfer to Les 2 Alpes will stop as chose as possible to your chosen accommodation. In some cases there may be a couple of minutes' walk due to regulations on where coaches can stop.

Transfers may be longer during bad weather conditions or French school holidays. French school holidays span 21 Dec 24 - 06 Jan 25, 08 Feb - 10 Mar 25 and 05 Apr - 05 May 25.

Private transfers and Self drive are available.

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  • High altitude skiing 
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  • Great for all skiing levels and nightlife
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