La Bouitte Restaurant
Working hand in hand with their loyal staff, day after day, the duo René, Marie-Louise, Maxime and Sophie Meilleur compose subtle gastronomic scores in the idyllic setting of their Savoyard chalet.

© St Martin de Belleville OT

© St Martin de Belleville OT

© St Martin de Belleville OT

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A charming Alpine village lower down the valley, with direct access to the vast Three Valleys ski area
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.
St Martin de Belleville (1,450m) is often called the hidden gem of the Three Valleys, offering all the charm of a traditional French village with the bonus of direct access to the largest ski area in the world. Once a farming community, it still has a wonderfully authentic feel, from authentic restaurants serving local produce to scenic snowshoe walks leading to working dairies. The St Martin 1 and 2 lifts at the top of the village link you straight into the vast Three Valleys network, so you can enjoy world-class skiing while staying somewhere steeped in Alpine character.
Accommodation here is mostly small-scale and high quality, with a handful of charming hotels, catered chalets and self-catered apartments, many right by the slopes. Catered chalets are especially popular, often offering a luxurious stay with fine dining and excellent wine after a day on the mountain. Life in St Martin is relaxed, with just a few bars, a small selection of shops, tempting patisseries and a local supermarket for essentials. It’s a place for those who want to enjoy exceptional skiing by day and peaceful village life by night.
| Location | Km from Val Thorens | Best for |
| Val Thorens | 0 | Being in the heart of the largest ski area |
| St. Martin de Belleville | 12 | Charming alpine village with quaint hotels and luxury chalets |
| Les Menuires | 5 | affordable ski-in, ski-out accommodation |
St Martin was the last resort to join the Belleville ski area, being developed in the 1980s. Greater care was taken with regards to the architecture and layout thus preserving the French village feel. The local style was respected and the size of the development restricted, which is definitely evident now when comparing St Martin to other resorts. The village implements limited height restrictions for building projects, and traditional architecture has to be adopted with visible stonework and slate roofs to keep the style. Development continues today in the same vein with few large hotels and the concentration largely on renovating existing buildings into chalets.
St Martin is often described as a French village with a ski lift, being a really picturesque destination rather than a purpose built ski resort. Being in a central location you have fantastic views towards Meribel/Courchevel to the left and Les Menuires/Val Thorens to the right, perfect on bad weather days to assess the best place to ski. In the summer areas that are out of bounds during the winter such as Vallée des Encombres open up for great walks with cascades and refuges.
St Martin has some fantastic restaurants including the Michelin-starred La Bouitte who have recently received their third star, and the well-known Montagnard restaurant. Taking it down a notch you have La Voute with a varied and good quality menu and in a central location opposite the church. For a good value 'menu du jour' and a terrace at the bottom of the slope there is the L'Eterlou. If you are just looking for takeaway you can visit O P'tit Snack or check the dates for Pizza del Capo who visit a different hamlet of St Martin each evening.
Working hand in hand with their loyal staff, day after day, the duo René, Marie-Louise, Maxime and Sophie Meilleur compose subtle gastronomic scores in the idyllic setting of their Savoyard chalet.
Along the valley from Val Thorens, you will find this pizzeria in Saint Martin de Belleville. The warm and friendly atmosphere along with the delicious pizzas and reasonable prices makes this restaurant a popular choice amongst locals and tourists.
This restaurant is located on the Biolley piste on the way back to Saint Martin de Belleville. La Loy serves classic French food and snacks, and boast a large sunny terrace.
There's no beating around the bush, St Martin is a quiet ski resort with just three bars open in the evening. For après you have La Loy on the bottom of the Biolley piste to enjoy the last of the sun. In the village, there is La Dahlia and Alp'Hotel at the bottom of the St Martin 1 ski lift. Into the evening there is the Pourquoi Pas Bar with live music, Le Joker Bar offering a real French bar feel and Le Billig Bar with pool table, table football and sports TV.
St Martin is the lowest resort in the Belleville Valley at 1,450m but has a great central location to access the Three Valleys ski area. Along with skiing and snowboarding there are also great cross-country skiing tracks and walking paths from St Martin. If you want a more relaxing way to enjoy the snow you can hop on the dog sled which runs along the track towards Châtelard with outings from 30 minutes to one hour available. In the summer months St Martin has some fantastic mountain bike tracks with the lifts open two days a week to access the full Three Valleys area. There are some fantastic walking routes to explore which are easily accessible without opting for a ski lift. The detailed walking maps give a coloured grading for the level of difficulty. An area normally off-limits during the winter months opens up for a great via ferrata route up to Le Cochet just above St Martin. There is also a great forest adventure circuit for children and adults along with horse riding and archery.
Spend an exhilarating trip being pulled in a husky sled. Excursions for 30 minutes or 1 hour are available from the tourist office in St Martin.
The Col de Tougnète, often considered the little brother of the Col de la Loze (2304m), has a slightly higher summit at 2405m.
Courchevel, Méribel and Val Thorens offer a variety of challenging and scenic rides. Whether you’re after high-altitude thrills or leisurely panoramic routes, there’s something here for every level of cyclist.
White water rafting is accessible to all who love the natural environment and who are in search of a bit of adventure. These excursions will leave you with some unforgettable memories.
This activity is accessible to those comfortable in water, no need to be a professional diver or swimmer, you just have to be smart at using the water movements, obstacles and waves.
There are lots of self-catered and catered chalets on offer, some extending into the surrounding hamlets of Chatelard and Villarabout.
Spacious ski-in, ski-out catered penthouse in the heart of Val Thorens.
2 Similar studios with amazing view- on the 8th floor. 2 bathrooms with bath and toilet. Kitchen with oven, micro wave, fridge, electric hobs and dishwasher. Large balcony South-East facing. Exceptional view. Ski locker. SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS 1 Studio with bunkbed 1 Studio with double bed Resort WIFI network payable on condition that apartment has sufficient coverage.
South facing studio of 20 m² on 1st floor with balcony. Kitchenette with oven, micro wave, refrigerator, electric hobs. Bathroom with bath and toilet. SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS Living room with 2 single beds. Resort WIFI network payable on condition that apartment has sufficient coverage.
South facing 2 roomed apartment of 35m² on level 5 from the exterior of the residence (floor 3 from building entrance) with balcony. Kitchenette with oven , refrigerator, electric hobs and dishwasher. Dining area. Bathroom with bath. Separate toilet. SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS Cabin with 2 bunk beds. Bedroom with double bed. Living room with a pullout sofa bed (2 x 1 person). Resort WIFI network payable on condition that apartment has sufficient coverage.
Studio of 28m², ground floor, facing south with balcony. Kitchen with micro wave oven, elecftric hobs, dishwasher and fridge. Bathroom with bath. Separated toilet. SLEEPING : Living room with a pull out sofa bed. Entrance with bunkbeds Resort WIFI network payable on condition that apartment has sufficient coverage.
South facing studio of 26m² with balcony. 4th floor slope side (2nd floor from building entrance). Kitchenette with oven, electric hobs & refrigerator. Dining area. Bathroom with bath and toilet. SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS Living room with pull out sofa bed (2 x 1 person). Hallway with single folding bed (separated by a curtain). Resort WIFI network payable on condition that apartment has sufficient coverage.
North facing studio of 18m² on 2nd floor with veranda Kitchenette with oven, refrigerator and electric hobs. Bathroom with shower and toilet. SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS Living room with pull out sofa bed (2x1 persons). Resort WIFI network payable on condition that apartment has sufficient coverage.
There is only a handful of hotels in St Martin with the main accommodation tending to be away from the resort's centre.
The name of the hotel, "La Bouitte", means little house in the Savoyard dialect. This is a gastronomic hotel with a Michelin starred restaurant.
This company offers a great value shuttle service as well as private transfers from Geneva Airport to Val Thorens. Established and efficient - you can rely on them.
The Loyal Transfers team has been organising airport transfers to ski resorts around France since 2012. Their aim has always been to make independent travel to ski resorts cheaper and easier for everyone.
This company offers private and shared transfers from Geneva Airport to Val Thorens, nearby areas, and resorts across the Alps. With great value fares on all journeys, it’s an easy way to save money.
Booking with them means your holiday won’t involve the stress of public transport, the cost of private transfers, or the hassle of fitting snow chains on a hire car.
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From the airport to the slopes, they handle the rest. Geneva's most trusted private ski transfers.
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