Chalet Reine

Located in the heart of Courchevel 1850, Chalet Reine is well-located with easy access to both ski slopes and local amenities.

To start your holiday off, finding your way to Chalet Reine is relatively straightforward. You can drive directly to the property from a starting point of your choice, or you can fly in to one of the nearby airports and rent a car to complete the journey. Alternatively, you can take a private taxi from the airport or book a place on the resort shuttle, though these both incur additional charges.

The nearest airports to Chalet Reine are Geneva in Switzerland and Lyons in France, both of which are around a two-hour drive away in a private vehicle.

The chalet itself is conveniently located just a short walk from the gondola that takes guests up to the ski slopes. This provides easy access to the Three Valleys ski area, which boasts over 600 kilometres of ski runs, making it one of the largest ski areas in the world. In addition to skiing and snowboarding, the surrounding area offers plenty of other activities, such as snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, and ice skating.

While Chalet Reine is located in the quiet Courchevel 1850 area, don’t assume that there’s little to do. Heading into the village centre is more than doable on foot, and you’ll be pleased to discover a fantastic choice of local shops, bars, and restaurants to try.

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Courchevel is made up of six satellite villages, each with their own distinct style and atmosphere, and picturesque forest roads to lead you in-between. Most well known is the illustrious Courchevel 1850 with its reputation for exclusivity and an A-List clientele. 1850 is certainly the place to go for five-star hotels, swanky bars and extravagant nightlife. The other Courchevel villages (such as Courchevel Moriond) have a much more laid back vibe and are certainly the more affordable choice.  

The skiing in Courchevel is split into four levels and you can take an excellent free ski bus in between. At the resort itself you have 150 kilometres of pistes at your feet and while you can get a Courchevel lift-pass you can also ski the whole of the Three Valleys with an area-pass. Since the slopes here face north, the snow at Courchevel is more reliable than elsewhere in the Three Valleys. Courchevel pistes are absolutely unrivaled, meticulously maintained and perfectly positioned to align with the landscape.

With its highest lift at 2740m altitude, Courchevel is exceptionally good for high altitude skiing with incredible alpine views, and the most impressive runs are best suited for intermediate and advanced skiers. But for the little ones just finding their snow legs, the resort has a fantastic children’s village where they can learn in a stress-free environment. Ski season here lasts until late April and even if you prefer not to ski at all, you’ll be well entertained with everything from scenic walks to classical music concerts. 

In the evenings, the Courchevel night skies are lit up by spectacular firework displays that could get anyone in the mood for a night on the town. The bars here are a good mix of casual and upmarket, so there’s plenty for all tastes to enjoy when it comes to après-ski. Courchevel also has a well-earned reputation for being the best ski resort when it comes to gastronomy.