The Savoy Palace has been transformed into the Hotel La Folie Douce, bringing its eclectic mix of hospitality and entertainment to Chamonix. The location beats many in Chamonix, sitting on the edge of the Savoy meadow, with fabulous views.
Take advantage of the large spa with sauna and steam room, plus the outdoor pool with fabulous views of Mont Blanc.
Free daily packed lunches
Rooms in the Folie Douce Hotel are split between 3* Access rooms and 4* Premium rooms.
3* Access rooms are more simply furnished (18m2).
4* Premium rooms are spacious and stylishly decorated. These rooms have additional luxuries including a telephone, tea and coffee making facilities, fridge and hairdryer.
All bedrooms have mountain views.
Bedroom facilities
Accessibility
Board basis options available
This property caters for the following special dietary requirements
The dazzling snow cap of Mont Blanc, Western Europe’s highest mountain, is a magnificent backdrop to the colourful resort of Chamonix and its smaller, but very attractive neighbour, Les Houches. From relaxing strolls to challenging hikes, this ideal walking country offers something for everyone.
The huge choice of outdoor activities (see our excursions tab) includes rafting, parapenting, mountain biking, climbing, horse riding and summer toboganning. In Chamonix, there is also a superb adventure park, a sports centre and a wonderful 18 hole golf course in Le Praz and mini-golf. Why not try our fantastic new Peaks of Perfection Activity Week in Chamonix, a perfect holiday if you love an active break, leave the organising to us!
Offering a wide range of shops, cafés, bars and restaurants, Chamonix also has a cinema, casino and nightclubs. Take a trip up the spectacular Aiguille du Midi, one of Europe’s highest cable-cars, or a ride on the famous rack railway to 6,200ft to admire the stunning Mer de Glace glacier. For those looking to beat the crowds, spend an unforgettable night in the Refuge du Montenvers, sitting on the top of the Mer de Glace.
The Chamonix Valley Card is provided by your hotel upon arrival and offers FREE bus and train travel in the Chamonix Valley and reductions on many other services. The Mont Blanc Multipass is also available locally through our in resort Rep and provides a great value option for those wanting to explore numerous peaks using the in resort lift system - see our Inghams Plus tab.
From relaxing strolls to challenging hikes, holidays in Chamonix offer something for everyone. The huge choice of outdoor activities includes rafting, parapenting, mountain biking, climbing and summer tobogganing. There is also a superb adventure park, a sports centre and a wonderful 18 hole golf course and mini-golf; be as relaxed or active as you like. Ride one of Europe's highest cable cars to the spectacular Aiguille du Midi overlooking Mont Blanc, the famous rack railway to 6,200ft to admire the stunning Mer de Glace glacier, or take a trip to Les Houches, Chamonix's quieter village neighbour, 6km down the valley.
The lifts are open on the following dates:
Brévent - 8th June to 15th September 2019
Grands Montets - dates to be confirmed
Aiguille du Midi - open year-round (weather dependent)
Montenvers Mer de Glace train - open year-round (weather dependent)
Les Houches - 8th June to 22nd September 2019
Le Tour - 8th June to 22nd September 2019
Glacier des Bossons - 16th June to 15th September 2019
NB. The Flégère lift is not open in summer 2019 due to ft replacement, but the same walking area can be accessed via the Brévent lift.
For more information on travel and transport visit our Chamonix page
Pre-bookable Excursions
Annecy £49, full day, Friday (Summer 19, £50)
The Venice of the Alps. Take a boat trip on beautiful Lake Annecy (pay locally €15), then browse through the colourful market, relax on a café terrace and visit the fascinating château.
Three Countries Tour £62, full day, Monday (Summer 19, £64)
Begin with a scenic drive up-valley to the Col de Forclaz for a superb view of the Rhone valley, then through Swiss vineyards, before arriving at the Grand St. Bernard Pass on the Swiss-Italian border. Time for a stroll around the lake, then to Aosta - 'Rome of the Alps'. An unforgettable day of varied landscapes, cultures and architecture!
We have new and exciting pre-bookable activity packages now available in Chamonix. Applicable for Wednesday arrivals only, guests can now book the following:
A great introduction to some of the exciting activities Chamonix has to offer including white water rafting, guided biking and gentle hiking.
All ½ days
For the adrenaline seekers, experience big thrills white water rafting in Italy, land in front of the Chalet Hotel Sapinière as part of a tandem paraglide and take on the Mer de Glace glacier with a guide and all equipment included.
Mountain Magic & Ice,Air & Rapids are bookable for ages 12 and over. Date and times of each activity will be advised on arrival as the itinerary will be dictated by weather and groupings.
All excursions above will also be available to book locally, depending on availability. All excursions are subject to minimum numbers.
Please note that we act at all times as selling agent for the suppliers of activities & excursions.
Local Fees and Taxes
Outdoor & Indoor activities from 9am to 5pm (Lunch included) for 4-12 year olds.
Available from 1 July to 30 August.
*Activities include trampolining, climbing wall and a ropes course (please note these activities are unsupervised)
Supplement of €40 per day (Book & pay locally).
