Black Ski Maverick Soleil
Black Ski Soleil in Val Thorens offers an exceptional ski experience. Located in the Montana residence, this renowned spot provides quality services and high-end equipment.
Five-star hotel with a spa & an 'igloo pod' on the roof
This luxury hotel is located at 2,350m altitude in Val Thorens and gives you access to the 3 Valleys ski area, the largest in the world.
There is free WiFi access throughout the hotel, a library with lounge and fireplace, business centre, a bar with a sunny south-facing terrace and a spa with wellness area and treatments.
You can hire ski equipment from the Goitschel Sports ski shop, and store your gear overnight in the ski lockers which come with boot dryers and direct access to the slopes.
The hotels offers a free shuttle bus to the village and there's a covered car park if you are self-driving.
Whilst staying at the hotel you can choose from a variety of rooms and suites, a 'super suite', a chalet-apartment or the unique 'igloo pod' room which opens out onto the sky!
The Spa by L'Occitane offers a wellness area inspired by the charm, comfort and unspoilt heights of Val Thorens. Treat yourself to a moment outside of time and space in one or Europe's highest spas.
The bar is elegant and comfortable, with exceptional views of the mountain. Curled up in an armchair by the chimney or on the terrace, make the most of these superb surroundings to reflect upon your day's skiing or to prepare the next day's adventures. Sit back and relax, have a drink or an aperitif sharing board, while enjoying the live music.
The hotel has two restaurants: Restaurant Le Base Camp offers quality produce and authentic, refined dishes to be savoured in a relaxed atmosphere with the mountains as a backdrop. Treat yourself to a feast for both the eyes and the palate. Restaurant Les Explorateurs offers gourmet dining.
Black Ski Soleil in Val Thorens offers an exceptional ski experience. Located in the Montana residence, this renowned spot provides quality services and high-end equipment.
No need to carry your ski equipment around with you! Simply pick it up from the ski shop in resort. You can collect your equipment from at least 5pm the day before your first skiing day.
Ski and snowboard hire located place Péclet, on the upper part of Val Thorens, near the competition slalom piste. Save time and money by booking online with Intersport. Have your equipment ready to pick up as soon as you arrive and hit the slopes straight away!
Located on the first floor of Galerie Caron, this ski and snowboard rental service lets you save time and money by booking online. Have your equipment ready to collect on arrival and hit the slopes straight away!
Want to rent skis or snowboards in Val Thorens? Just visit the Skiset Snowberry store!
Pierre and his team welcome you to their new shop for your ski hire in Val Thorens. They look forward to welcoming you throughout the season so they can share their passion for the mountain with you!
This ski school offers group ski lessons for both children and adults, catering to all ability levels. Their group lessons provide a great and affordable way to improve your skiing in a safe, social and supportive environment.
Established in 1991, this ski and snowboard school was one of the first British ski schools in France and is renowned for its fantastic instructors and excellent customer service.
This ski school connects snow sports enthusiasts of all abilities with expert ski and snowboard instructors across Europe’s top resorts. With thousands of top-rated, verified instructors to choose from, their private lessons offer a flexible and personalised learning experience.
Established in 1991, this ski and snowboard school was one of the first British-run ski schools in France. Their team is known for going the extra mile, offering excellent customer service and delivering outstanding lessons and guiding.
This company offer group ski and snowboard lessons throughout the winter season for all ages and abilities.
Their children group lessons are based on making learning to ski fun and are limited to six children per group for the best learning experience.
Discover the beauty of the untouched natural mountains on snow shoes.
Head out on a snowmobile with a guide and experience the mountains at night time when the lifts have closed and the pistes are quiet.
Bowling Bar in Val Thorens is a lively and welcoming spot, perfect for meeting friends after a day on the slopes. With a warm, family-friendly atmosphere, it offers a mix of entertainment, food, and drinks that make it a popular choice for skiers and snowboarders looking to unwind.
This cinema has two daily screenings and an afternoon screening on bad weather days.
Favela is Val Thorens’ go-to destination for Latin American street food and lively après-ski fun. Situated on the resort’s famous bar street, it’s the perfect spot to relax, eat, drink, and soak up the vibrant mountain atmosphere.
There is nothing like spending a day in the mountains to work up an appetite! Give in to the tempting flavours of traditional Alpine cuisine - melted cheese, cured meats, hearty mountain food to satisfy your senses...
Chef Eric Samson revisits some of your favourite traditional mountain dishes.
A menu offering plenty of choice, based around quality products.
This Alpine style restaurant serves its carefully prepared traditional French fare with views of the slopes and an expansive south-facing terrace.
With something on the menu to suit everyone and a good range of cocktails, spirits, wines and beers this is a good spot for some lunch, an afternoon coffee, apres drinks and dinner.
A Val Thorens institution going from strength to strength with each season. Although a Danish bar through and through, its reputation has steadily grown with all nationalities and it has gained recognition as one of the very best après-ski bars outside Austria.
Downunder Sports Bar sits right in the heart of Val Thorens and is a go-to spot for live sport, cold drinks, and a buzzing social atmosphere. Open day and night, it’s the kind of place where ski boots are welcome, the screens are always on, and there’s something happening from the moment you walk in.
Klub Summit in Val Thorens is where the party never stops. Located on the famous bar street, they’re open nightly from 23:00 until 05:00 AM, with DJs spinning the best commercial music - from house to pop to disco - all night long.
Favela is Val Thorens’ go-to destination for Latin American street food and lively après-ski fun. Situated on the resort’s famous bar street, it’s the perfect spot to relax, eat, drink, and soak up the vibrant mountain atmosphere.
The Frog Bar in Val Thorens, Europe’s highest pub, has been a favourite since 2007, offering a lively mix of great food, drinks, and entertainment. Famous for serving the best British pub food in the resort, it’s the place to enjoy hearty favourites that hit the spot, from juicy burgers to loaded nachos, all made to satisfy even the hungriest skiers.
Saloon Bar is right at the heart of Val Thorens, nestled on the famous bar street, and is the ultimate spot for fun, music, and dancing. From the moment you step inside, the energy is electric, with top DJs spinning the latest hits that keep the crowd moving well into the night.
The Vanoise National Park is one of the highlights of the Tarentaise region.
Val Thorens is a purpose built resort created over 40 years ago, the original idea thought up by Pierre Schnebelen. The resort began its first season in December 1971 with just three draglifts.
Les Menuires is a practical, good-value base with ski-in ski-out access to the vast Three Valleys. Most accommodation is in La Croisette near the shops, bars and restaurants, while Reberty and Les Bruyeres offer a more traditional feel with their own lifts and facilities. Quieter hamlets like Le Bettaix give you easy piste access in a peaceful setting.
St Martin de Belleville combines traditional French village charm with the convenience of modern skiing. You can wander cobbled streets, sample local cheese and pastries, then hop on the lift to explore the largest ski area in the world. With small welcoming hotels, luxury catered chalets and peaceful evenings, it’s perfect if you want world-class skiing without the bustle of a big resort.
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