Hotel Christiania

Tignes-Val d’Isere Ski Area, France, Val d'Isere
5

5 Rating

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Hotel Exterior

Restaurant

Lounge Area

Swimming Pool

'D Type' Bedroom

'D Type' Bathroom

'B Type' Bedroom

Swimming Pool

'C Type' Bedroom

'D Type' Bedroom

'B Type' Superior Bunk Beds

Bar

One of the resort’s leading hotels, the Christiania exudes luxury and elegance and is renowned for excellent service and cuisine. You will find a relaxed atmosphere as well as a warm welcome from the hotel team. Enjoying a prime location in the centre of Val d'Isère, the vibrant centre and nearest lifts are only a snowballs throw away. Take the time to relax at the end of a hard day skiing in the superb spa with indoor pool, sauna and Turkish bath.

Central location

With a central location in Val D'Isere you are close to the lively resort centre where you can find a variety of different shops, bars and restaurants. The slopes are just a minute away so you can easily get on and off the mountain each day, making this an excellent choice for the keen skiers and snowboarders.

Soothing spa and relaxation

‍The hotel has a lovely spa and wellness area available for you to use after a day on the slopes. Facilities include an indoor swimming pool, sauna and hammam, and for the ultimate treat you can book a massage or beauty treatment with the beauty therapists.

Food and drink

The Hotel Christiania bar is the perfect spot to catch up with family and friends, with plenty of seating and a large fireplace it is a lovely area to enjoy a snack and a cocktail too. Half board meals are taken the the cosy restaurant with wonderful mountain views, each day you can enjoy breakfast and dinner both made with local produce. Breakfast includes a varied hot and cold buffet with a range of regional produce, and evening meals include a starter, main course, cheese board and dessert.

Family friendly

The hotel hosts its own kids club throughout the French school holidays for children aged 5 to 10. The little ones can join in a variety of games and activities designed by the entertainment team including games, arts and crafts, and workshops. This gives the adults time to relax in peace at the spa or bar.

Val d'Isere

Resort altitude of 1,850 metres
300km of piste across the Tignes-Val d'Isere ski area
Ski or snowboard to an altitude of 3,456 metres

Val d'Isere combines with Tignes to form the fantastic Tignes-Val d'Isére Ski Area offering endless excitement to suit all tastes and abilities. The resort is composed of La Daille, Val d'Isere centre and Le Fornet, all linked by a free bus service. Val is renowned for its nightlife, which ranges from lively clubs to cosy creperies and traditional restaurants.

Skiing and snowboarding in Val d'Isere

The ski area in Val d'Isere is so varied that no matter you experience, you'll have plenty on offer to keep you entertained for a week in the mountains. Le Fornet is a quieter part of Val d'Isere and offers some easy and often empty pistes that are usually covered with good snow - glacier skiing here goes to 3,456 metres. Beginners will find 2 free slopes located in the centre of the village, perfect for confidence building and mastering your turns before hitting the larger ski area.

Boarders are in luck too as Val d'Isere is also home to an impressive terrain park that is well worth a visit as it's perfect for practising and showing off your tricks. Val d'Isere is known for it's off piste skiing and snowboarding too with Le Fornet having some of the best, easily accessible off piste tracks across resort so you're really spoilt for choice staying here.

Where to stay in Val d'Isere

Val d'Isere is a true mountain village that taps into it's alpine roots with traditional stone, wood and lauze buildings dotted across the resort. We offer a range of 3-5 star hotels, modern residences and chalets all located within a short walk of the ski area and ski lifts. Many of our properties include spa and wellness facilities with your stay and we also have accommodations that are well suited for larger groups - whether that be families or friends. If you would like to stay in the heart of resort, you're in luck as the majority of our properties are located in the centre of Val d'Isere, but we also have hotels and chalets that are located a short yet enjoyable walk away for those of you who would prefer some peace and quiet.

Bars and restaurants in Val d'Isere

Val d'Isere has a wide range of restaurants for all tastes and budgets, whether you're feeling breakfast or dinner with a view. Across resort you'll find many restaurants that offer traditional French cuisine so there'll be plenty of opportunity to try out the local food. Why not treat yourself and eat in style at a Michelin star restaurant? 'La Table de l'Ours' provides fine dining and tasteful, rich food ranging from Savoie snails and spinach to venison with pine-smoked carrots. There are also Pizzerias, child friendly restaurants and many places serve dishes for different dietary requirements so there really is something for everyone.

Val d'Isere wouldn't be the same without it's highly rated après ski scene. The resort is home to La Folie Douce, the most famous mountain club of the Alps that attracts crowds of people year after year - a stop here is the only acceptable way to end the day with a pint and a boogie before skiing or snowboarding your way back down to the village.

What's included on an Inghams holiday to Val d'Isere

Flights, transfers and accommodation based on self catering, half board, chalet catering, full board or all inclusive. Optional add ons include equipment hire, lift pass and tuition, please see the 'Ski extras' tab below for more information on these.

Skiing levels
Beginner
Intermediates
Advanced
Snowboard
Cross country

Mountain facts
Ski area	300 km
Runs	21 69 44 25
Longest run	0 Km
Snowparks
Lifts	Drag lifts 0, Chairlifts 0, Cablecars 0
Slope direction
Ski/resort bus	False

Rooms

No. of rooms: 69

No. of buildings: 1
No. of floors: 5

Reception

Check in time 5pm
Check out time 10am

Official rating: 5

Local Fees and Taxes

Resort tax €3.63 per person, per day (under 18s free of charge)

Rooms

North Facing Rooms are around 20m² sleeping two people. These rooms have village views and can be affected by exterior noise.

West Facing Rooms are around 22m² sleeping two people. These rooms are larger, with views of the village and Face de Bellevarde. These rooms may be affected by exterior noise.

South Facing Rooms are around 24m² sleeping two people with twin beds, with a balcony or terrace with South facing across the snow front and Vallée du Manchet. These rooms are on request, please give our Reservations team a call to book.

Double Superior Rooms are around 26m² sleeping two to four people with a double bed, and bunk beds in the entranceway. These rooms have views of the ice-rink, Vallée du Fornet, and Massif de Solaise. Please note that if booking for two people then a room without the cabin will be provided.

Single occupancy rooms (with a supplement) and interconnecting rooms are available on request.

Room facilities

All rooms have twin or double beds (please specify preference when booking)
Mountain views
Satellite TV with English speaking channels
DVD player
Wi-Fi
Tea and coffee making facilities (on request)
Bathrobe and slippers
Telephone
Radio
Safe
Toiletries
Bath with shower head attachment
WC

Accessibility

The Hotel Christiania does not have adapted rooms available.

Lift accessible: No
Lift serves all floors: Yes
Access ramp: Yes

Extras

Ski Extras Offer

Save £100pp on your lift pass & ski hire - Save £100pp on your 2024/2025 ski holiday when you pre-buy your lift pass and equipment hire/carriage (offer ends 3rd June 2024).

Valid on all departure dates between 1st December 2024 and 30th April 2025. Buy any lift pass (found within the 'Extras' tab on checkout) and add either ski/snowboard hire or ski/snowboard carriage at the same time, for the same person to receive the discount.

Lift Pass

6 days	Child 8 - 18 years	Adult 19 - 64 years	Senior 65 years +
Full Area	£310	£365	£310

6 days

Child

8 - 18 years

Adult

19 - 64 years

Senior

65 years +

Full Area

£310

£365

£310

Lift pass information

Free lift passes for children under 8 years are issued locally, photo ID is required. Please note that a lift pass is required for the magic carpet at the top of the Solaise lift, and beginners in ski school will need a weekly pass.

Includes two free entrances to Aquasportif pool.

Prices and supplements are correct at time of publishing. Up-to-date prices are confirmed at time of booking.

Equipment Hire

6 days	Category	Child 6 - 12 years	Adults 13 years +
Skis	Red	-	£114
Skis	Black	-	£130
Skis & boots	Blue	-	£130
	Red	£103	£152
	Black	-	£174

White category skis, boots and helmet are available for children aged 3 - 5 years: £57

6 days	Category	Child 8 - 12 years	Adults 13 years +
Snowboard	Red	-	£114
Snowboard	Black	-	£130
Snowboard & boots	Red	£103	£152
Snowboard & boots	Black	-	£174

Equipment information

A helmet is included for children.

Save 30% when you pre book your lift-pass & equipment hire/ski carriage together (excluding 30 Dec, 10 Feb & 30 Mar departures, book by 11 Sept)

Please see here for description of hire categories.

Prices and supplements are correct at time of publishing. Up-to-date prices are confirmed at time of booking.

Tuition

Ski tuition	Child 5 - 14 years			Adult 15 years +
Ski tuition	Low	Mid	High	Low	Mid	High
6 days AM	£363	£385	£408	£317	£341	£363
6 days PM	£272	£295	£317	-	-	-
Advanced 5 days	-			£295	£318	£345

Snowboard tuition	Child 8 - 14 years	Adult 15 years +
Low	Mid	High	Low	Mid	High
6 days AM	£317	£341	£363	£317	£341	£363

Snowboard tuition

Child

8 - 14 years

Adult

15 years +

Low

Mid

High

Low

Mid

High

6 days AM

£317

£341

£363

£317

£341

£363

Kids club	Child 3 - 5 years
Kids club	Low	Mid	High
Panda Club 6 days AM	£373	£395	£435

Tuition information

Ski and snowboard 6 days AM timings: Sun 9:30am - 12pm and Mon - Fri 9am - 12pm
Ski and snowboard 6 days PM timings: 2 - 5 pm Sun - Fri
Ski advanced 5 days starts on a Monday and are 6 people max
Panda Club timings: Sun 9:30am - 12pm and Mon - Fri 9am - 12pm

Please note that a lift pass is required for children's beginner lessons.

Levels of tuition

Beginner: never skied before
Level 1: advanced beginner; can control speed, snowplough and change direction on gentle slopes
Level 2: low intermediate; snowplough turns and start to ski parallel
Level 3: good intermediate; parallel turns
Advanced: fully confident on all slopes and looking to improve technique

Season dates

Low season: 07 Jan - 03 Feb 24, 03 - 30 Mar 24
Mid season: 17 - 23 Dec 23, 30 Dec 23 - 6 Jan, 04 - 10 Feb, 25 Feb - 02 Mar & 31 Mar - 30 Apr 24
High season: 24 - 29 Dec 23 and 11 - 24 Feb 24

Please ensure you pre-book tuition for high season dates to avoid the ski schools being fully booked.

Prices and supplements are correct at time of publishing. Up-to-date prices are confirmed at time of booking.

Longitude: 7.0141553
Latitude: 45.442258

50 metres to the nearest bus stop
100 metres to the resort centre
50 metres to the ski lifts
100 metres to the ski school meeting point and nursery slopes
Opposite a nightclub, so some rooms (those with a north and west facing view) may be affected by exterior noise

Facilities

Free access to spa and wellness facilities including heated indoor swimming pool, sauna and steam room (open between 9:30 am to 12:00 pm and from 3:30 pm to 8:00 pm)
Massage and beauty treatments (book and pay locally)
Hairdresser and barbers (book and pay locally)
Mountain views
Bar
Lounge with open fireplace
Restaurant
Sun terrace
Free Wi-Fi
TV / entertainment area
Safety deposit box
Ski shop on site
Snack bar
Heated ski equipment storage room
Room service
Laundry and ironing services are available (book locally)

Family Facilities

Baby cots are available from reception on request (Free)
Supervised children's club (Free) for ages 4 to 10 years during French school holidays (opens 21st December)
Earlier meal times for children are available from 6 pm
Babysitting services are available (book and pay locally)

Meals

The Hotel Christiania is on a half-board basis.

Each morning a varied continental buffet breakfast with additional hot options is served between 7 - 9.30am

A served four course a la carte evening meal with choice of menu is served between 7.30-9.45pm

Christmas and New Year gala dinners included

Earlier meal times for children are available from 6pm (on request)

No of restaurants: 1

Board basis options available

Half Board

This property caters for the following special dietary requirements

Gluten Free
Vegetarians

The Hotel Christiania can cater for special dietary requirements (gluten free, vegetarian etc. on request. Please inform us of any dietary requirements at the time of booking.

Useful Information

Information about Val d'Isere
Resort Code	FRVD
Languages spoken	French
Time difference	GMT+1
Currency	EUR
Latitude	45.4487241
Longitude	6.9803461

Travel and Transportation

Travel Information

All our holidays include return travel to resort either by flight or train and then the transfer between the airport or railway station and Val d'Isere.

All departures are on Saturdays with stays for 7 or 14 nights except our 8 night Eurostar train package which departs Saturday and returns a week late on the Sunday.

The transfer in Val d'Isere will stop as chose as possible to your chosen accommodation. In some cases there may be a 5 minutes' walk due to the location of the property not being accessible by coach.

Private transfers and self drive options are available, call to book these.

Travel By Air

Flights to Chambery or Geneva from 13 UK airports

Transfer Times

Chambery airport: approx. 2 hours 15 mins by coach
Geneva airport: approx. 3 hours 15 mins by coach

For customers who are booking a Gatwick flight, we highly recommend that you choose the morning flight for Val d'Isere due to the traffic light system in the Tarentaise Valley. This system controls and slows down the traffic, stopping traffic sitting in dangerous places, like tunnels, where rocks can fall and to make snow clearing easier when it is snowing. This can impact your transfer time, meaning you may arrive into resort later and leaving for the airport earlier.

Transfers may be longer in peak holiday periods if there is heavy traffic or if there is bad weather conditions.

Travel by Train (7 nights)

We have a 7 night train option to Val d'Isere

How to Book Online

Using the holiday search at the top of this page, select “London St Pancras” on the “Departing from” drop down.

This is a train that departs and returns Saturdays which a much shorter transfer of 45 minutes from Bourg St Maurice railway station.

Here are the provisional timings

Saturdays	Arrive	Depart
London St Pancras	-	07:04
Change at Lille Europe	09:26	11:03
Change at Lyon Part Dieu	14:00	14:50
Bourg St Maurice	18:45

Upon arrival you meet you transfer up to Val d'Isere (45 minutes)

Return timings are as follows. Please note these are provisional and could change.

Saturdays	Arrive	Depart
Bourg St Maurice	-	12:38
Change at Lyon Part Dieu	16:10	17:00
Change at Lille Europe	19:58	21:00
London St Pancras	21:27

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Hotel Christiania

5 Rating

Central location

Soothing spa and relaxation

Food and drink

Family friendly

Skiing and snowboarding in Val d'Isere

Where to stay in Val d'Isere

Bars and restaurants in Val d'Isere

What's included on an Inghams holiday to Val d'Isere

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