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Hôtel de l'Arve by HappyCulture

3.0 star property
3-star ski hotel near Chamonix - Planpraz Ski Lift

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Exterior
Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi
Lounge
Reception
Front of property

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Gym
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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60 impasse des Anémones, Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, Haute-Savoie, 74400
  • Place, Centre Commercial Alpina
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Chamonix Church
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Chamonix - Planpraz Ski Lift
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sion (SIR)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Room options

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 570 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 732 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV

Family Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

  • 1130 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Large Twin Bed

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Family Double or Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds OR 2 Double Beds

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Standard Double or Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(29 reviews)
  • 140 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Superior Double or Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Chamonix-Mont-Blanc

Near the slopes.With a stay at this Chamonix City Centre hotel, you'll be steps from Centre Commercial Alpina and Le Brevent Cable Car. Brevent-Flegere Ski Area and Planards Adventure Park are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Centre Commercial Alpina - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Brevent-Flegere Ski Area - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Le Brevent Cable Car - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Chamonix Church - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Chamonix - Planpraz Ski Lift - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Chamonix-Mont-Blanc (XCF-Chamonix-Mont-Blanc Train Station) - 7 min walk
  • Bellevue Tramway Station - 36 min drive
  • Sion (SIR) - 80 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪L’Apres Ski - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Café Tartines. - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cool Cats - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Satsuki - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Bistrot Des Sports - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hôtel de l'Arve by HappyCulture

3-star ski hotel near Chamonix - Planpraz Ski Lift
After a day on the slopes, enjoy use of the hotel's facilities like a fitness center and a sauna. Hôtel de l'Arve by HappyCulture helps provide the perfect ski vacation with ski storage and ski passes. When the sun goes down, sip après-ski drinks in the hotel's bar.

A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

This 3-star Chamonix-Mont-Blanc hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 37 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Ski lift tickets
  • Ski equipment storage
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Computer for guest use
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Hôtel de l'Arve by HappyCulture offers 37 accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Free area shuttle
  • In-room crib

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free area shuttle
  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 12 for adults and EUR 6 for children
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Gym
  • Library
  • Rock climbing
  • Sauna
  • Ski passes
  • Ski storage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 AM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between November 3 and December 6.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 1.70 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 18 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

The listed breakage deposit applies only to apartment bookings, payable via credit card via pre-authorization. The deposit is refundable via credit card within 1 day after check-out, pending room inspection.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 12 for adults and EUR 6.00 for children

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Onsite cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from the French Tourism Development Agency, ATOUT France.

Property is also known as

de l'Arve
de l'Arve Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
Hotel de l'Arve
Hotel de l'Arve Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
Hotel l'Arve
l'Arve
Hôtel l'Arve Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
Hôtel l'Arve
l'Arve Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
Hôtel de l'Arve
De L'arve By Happyculture
Hôtel de l'Arve by HappyCulture Hotel
Hôtel de l'Arve by HappyCulture Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
Hôtel de l'Arve by HappyCulture Hotel Chamonix-Mont-Blanc

Frequently asked questions

How close is Hôtel de l'Arve by HappyCulture to the airport?

Hôtel de l'Arve by HappyCulture is 43.7 mi (80-min drive) away from the Sion (SIR) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Hôtel de l'Arve by HappyCulture have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hôtel de l'Arve by HappyCulture .

Does Hôtel de l'Arve by HappyCulture offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Hôtel de l'Arve by HappyCulture , but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 12 for adults and EUR 6.00 for children. It's available every day from 7 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Hôtel de l'Arve by HappyCulture ?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Casino Le Royal Chamonix (6-min walk) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Hôtel de l'Arve by HappyCulture ?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 AM.

Is there free parking at Hôtel de l'Arve by HappyCulture ?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Hôtel de l'Arve by HappyCulture have a pool?

Hôtel de l'Arve by HappyCulture does not have a pool.

Does Hôtel de l'Arve by HappyCulture have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hôtel de l'Arve by HappyCulture to downtown Chamonix-Mont-Blanc?

Hôtel de l'Arve by HappyCulture is 0.1 mi away from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc.

Hôtel de l'Arve by HappyCulture Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 548 out of 842 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 240 out of 842 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 35 out of 842 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 842 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 842 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice accommodations to explore Chamonix
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Vanessa, murphy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful garden, I could spend hours sitting in. Helpful and hospitable staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Duncan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel in great location on the river super helpful staff very reasonable prices great breakfast overall very happy with our stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Jacob

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank, SEATTLE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tara

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was old, smelly and there was no shower. Just a knee high shower head. Water temperature varied all the time. It smelt like a very old ski resort.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing hotel

Amazing hotel, lovely 2 bed apartment with super new, high quality finish. Great breakfast, access to free drinks/cake on arrival, nice games room, free parking, garden area next to river, couldn't fault the stay!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location; dilapidated property

The only thing going well for this property is the location and the friendly staff at the front desk. We stayed in Room 35 from June 25-30 2025 and I couldn't wait to leave. - We asked for a higher floor and a fan in the room while making the reservation; both of which were not available. Fan was provided from day 2 after having words with the receptionist on day 1. - The floor in the toilet area was uneven and soft under my feet; I was greatful I didn't fall through! The toilet area had no sink; where am I supposed to wash my hands after? If I am to use the sink in the bathroom, then why bother separating the toilet from the entire bathroom? - There were just 2 electrical outlets in the room; 1 in the bathroom and 1 behind the bedside table which was hard to get to. It was very difficult to charge our devices there. - The tiles in the balcony were shaking under our feet; it was very easy to lose balance and fall there. - The room was tiny ; there was insufficient space to store luggage, the street lights bothered us at night, breakfast was mediocre at best (no warm food; just processed food, bread, real honey and some whole fresh fruit). We came from a fabulous stay at a 3 star hotel in Beckenried, Switzerland. This hotel should not be a 3 star by any stretch of imagination.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved staying here! Loved the sauna & outdoor area. Great location!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a lovely hotel, close to the central area of Chamonix. Breakfast was very good, with many options, including gluten free breads. We very much enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This was a comfortable "budget-friendly" (for Europe in the summer) hotel with a decent location (easily walkable to the train station, stores and restaurants, though further from the Chamonix Sud bus station everything seems to leave from). We had a two bedroom apartment which was clean and roomy. Main issue with the hotel was TOTAL LACK OF CLIMATE CONTROL. I appreciate that the weather was warmer than normal (highs in the 80s), but they really need to invest in some ceiling fans at a minimum, and AC in the bedrooms would be better. Extremely hot at night, windows lacked screens and didn't let in much air, noisy courtyard made for very poor sleeping conditions.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marius

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous! Memorable, great location, exceptional hospitality, and more. Three spacious rooms. We walked through town all the way to the cable car Aiguille du Midi. No need for car. We kept our car in lot at hotel no charge. Breakfast quite delicious and special.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peggi

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Friendly reception both morning and evening
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Marah

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were very outdated. Felt kinda dirty but most likely just old. The staff and shared area was great. I would not stay here again but if you are not looking for luxury it’s fine. I would have preferred a little more comfort.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

jean-luc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, with a excellent location just at the edge of the pedestrian area. The views from the garden (open to everyone) are amazing. We were staying in a 2 bedroom apartment. The apartments are in a different building. We got the one on top floor that has the best view (on the aiguilles de Chamonix, and aiguilles rouges on the other side,but the view of mont blanc is obstructed). The other apartments didn't seem to have much view, but it doesn't matter as much since you can just go sit in the garden and enjoy the view there. The best part was the service, that was above and beyond, especially from the person that was there in the evening. From what we have seen, the hotel rooms have a bit more character than the apartments (and some a really nice view), but for us the 2 bedroom was a great value as everyone could have their room, and we also a had a kitchen and a washing machine
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hwangjoo

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff, they were super helpful and friendly. It’s old, but it’s comfortable and really affordable!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful staff! We were pleasantly surprised to learn that they offer a variety of coffee-tea and water 24/7. Everyday at 4pm they offer a little dessert like marble cake! Their outdoor space faces the mountain with the river running alongside it. It’s quite lovely and comfortable. Our room had a little balcony. Be sure to ask for a room on the 2nd floor or above facing the mountain. Parking can be tricky as it fills up fast. It’s centrally located with restaurants, shops down the street and the Aiguille du Midi and Montenvers Mer de Glace within 10-15 min walking distance. Our car stayed parked our entire stay as we also used the local bus system. The carpet in the hallway could use updating. The slim stairs from the first floor to the lobby require you to pay attention on the way down. Nice lobby area with plenty of indoor seating as well. We would definitely return!
Outdoor space
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025