




Multi-story hotel building with central elevator access, communal dining and bar on lower levels, and rooms on upper floors.
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Les Arcs is part of the Paradiski ski area, linked with La Plagne to form one of the largest lift-connected domains in the Alps. Hotel Les Mélèzes is positioned at the heart of the resort, approximately two minutes on foot from the nearest piste — close enough to make early starts straightforward and late finishes practical. The resort itself is purpose-built at altitude, meaning slope access is consistent throughout the season. Village amenities, including shops, bars, and restaurants, are within easy reach of the hotel. For those arriving by rail, the Bourg-Saint-Maurice funicular provides a direct connection from the valley floor, making car-free travel a realistic option. The resort suits all ability levels, with beginner areas, long intermediate cruising runs, and challenging terrain all accessible from the same lift system.
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A vast, vibrant, and fully ski-in/ski-out paradise in the heart of the French Paradiski domain.
Les Arcs is a world-renowned, purpose-built ski resort consisting of four main pedestrianized villages—Arc 1600, Arc 1800, Arc 1950, and Arc 2000—each offering a distinct atmosphere. Perched high in the Tarentaise Valley, it boasts pioneering modernist architecture and unparalleled ski-in/ski-out convenience. Arc 1950 offers a charming, luxury village experience, while Arc 1800 serves as the bustling hub of après-ski, shopping, and activities. As half of the massive Paradiski area, Les Arcs connects seamlessly to neighboring La Plagne via the spectacular Vanoise Express double-decker cable car. The resort is celebrated for its immense vertical drop, high-altitude snow reliability, and remarkably diverse terrain. Skiers can transition from the high-alpine bowls of the Aiguille Rouge down through sweeping, sheltered forest runs winding toward Villaroger and Peisey-Vallandry. Whether you are a family seeking convenient access and dedicated progressive learning zones, or an expert hunting for steep couloirs and world-class off-piste routes, Les Arcs delivers an all-encompassing alpine experience with breathtaking, unobstructed views of Mont Blanc.
Les Arcs offers incredible terrain variety, ranging from high-altitude glacier skiing on the Aiguille Rouge down to sweeping, tree-lined descents in Peisey-Vallandry. Intermediates will love the wide, cruising blues above Arc 1800, while experts can tackle legendary steep off-piste routes and challenging black runs.
One of the world's largest ski domains, linking Les Arcs, Peisey-Vallandry, and La Plagne to offer 425km of uninterrupted runs.
The highest peak offering a grueling but stunning 2,000m vertical descent all the way down to Villaroger.
A progressive learning area with wide sunny slopes, fun tracks, and an illuminated run for night skiing.
Beautiful, sweeping tree-lined cruising runs that are perfect for bad visibility days.
A top-tier freestyle area packed with kickers, rails, and a famous water slide pond skim at the end of the season.
High-altitude, north-facing off-piste powder fields favored by local mountain guides.
Geneva Airport
2h 45min
165km
Numerous shuttle buses, private taxis, and shared transfers run directly from Geneva, Lyon, and Chambery airports. Underground and outdoor parking available at all village levels; pre-booking is highly recommended and mandatory in Arc 1950.
Mid-December to late April
Premium passes offer fast-lane access on major lifts and discounted entry to the Mille8 pool.
Lift passes
Adult Day Pass (Les Arcs Classic) (EUR 68), Adult 6-Day Pass (Paradiski Essential) (EUR 380)