Hotel Carlina (Belle Plagne)

  • Paradiski Ski Area, France, La Plagne

  • 4.5

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The Hotel Carlina is a beautiful hotel right on the slopes of Belle Plagne. Tastefully decorated and furnished in traditional alpine style, the Carlina offers a lovely, homely atmosphere. The food is of excellent quality and offers a varied nightly menu, as well as lunch on the popular sunny terrace (pay locally). The indoor pool and spa facilities includes a sauna, whirlpool and Turkish bath, as well as the warm and cosy lounge, will ensure you won't want to leave the hotel after returning from skiing.

Slope side location

With a fantastic location right on the slopes, you have quick and convenient access onto the mountain each day, and enjoy exploring the extensive Paradiski Ski Area which has over 400km of slopes. You are also a short walk away from the resort centre which has a range of cafes, bars and restaurants - many of which are open for lunch and dinner, and provide a convenient spot to meet the non-skiers for lunch. 

French Favourites

The Hotel Carlina has two restaurants on site, La Table Du Carlina serves French cuisine based on locally sourced products, and often has daily specials. La Table Du Carlina is also open for lunch, if you are meeting friends or family for a bite to eat, it is well worth a visit (pay locally). There is also L'Ercheu a traditional Savoyard restaurant serving Savoyard specialities including fondue, raclette and tartiflette.

Relax and unwind

After a day of exploring La Plagne and the Paradiski Ski Area, have a dip in the indoor pool with incredible mountain views. After a few lengths, visit the hammam, sauna or whirlpool and soothe any aches or pains. A solarium and a relaxation room with a view are also available for a moment of pure relaxation. For a little extra indulgence treat yourself to a massage or treatment with the in-house beauticians with Pure Altitude products. 

Warm up with a hot chocolate or glass of wine in the bar and lounge area after skiing, or have a cosy night in and watch the world go by through the large bay windows. There is also a terrace where you can soak up the winter sun and enjoy the panoramic views of La Plagne.

La Plagne

  • Resort altitude of 2100 metres
  • Skiing from 1200 - 3417 metres
  • 18 green runs, 129 blue runs, 77 red runs, 34 black runs across the Paradiski area

The well designed resort of La Plagne comprises some ten villages, each with its own character and infrastructure and we feature accommodation in the best five. Belle Plagne is the most scenic with easy access to the gondola, whilst Plagne Soleil and Plagne Villages are ideally situated in a sunny bowl and offer easy ski in/ski out accommodation. Plagne Centre provides quick and easy access to the slopes and is the focal point for shops and après ski. One of the best things about La Plagne is how well connected these villages are, allowing you to explore all of the resort during your stay. Not only that but La Plagne also offers opportunities to try other exciting winter activities including husky sleighs, snow shoeing, skidooing and cross country skiing. 

Skiing and snowboarding in La Plagne

La Plagne is part of the Paradiski ski area, which is one of the biggest ski areas in Europe and the second biggest in the world. This extensive ski area is well connected with a glacier and plenty of tree lined runs. Over 70% of the slopes in the paradiski area are above 2000 metres so you'll get plenty of opportunities to ski or board fresh powder. La Plagne is a great resort for beginners and families with 70 blue runs to practise on and really build your confidence. Intermediate and advanced riders are also catered for and you'll find a great selection of red slopes and a handful of blacks, with opportunities to reach the highest part of the resort via the Bellete gondola, up the glacier to 3,417 metres. If you'd like to expand your playground, the impressive Vanoise Express cable car provides easy access to a further 225km of pistes over in Les Arcs so you'll have plenty of runs to explore and to keep you entertained during your stay. 

New for W24/25 -

La Plagne has some exciting new facilities planned for this coming winter. 

The Aérolive features two open-air cabins added to the glaciers gondola. Experience the mountains without any barriers - literally - and ascend to the highest point in resort at 3,000 metres. These cabins are intentionally exposed to the mountain elements, with 360-degree unobstructed views. With slatted floors and no glass between you and the peaks, you'll be strapped in and ready to experience the sensation of being suspended.

There is also a new pitstop for a mid-ski snack break. The Picnickers Welcome is a new heated picnic room, perched at 2,800 metres. This bright and airy space is a real treat and offers panoramic views of the mountain peaks and Paradiski slopes.

Where to stay in La Plagne

We offer an extensive range of hotels and residences across the five La Plagne villages. No matter which village catches your eye first, all our accommodation is located within a short walk of the ski lifts and ski area so if you're hoping to hit the slopes first thing that won't be a problem. They are also all located close to La Plagne centre where you'll find a range of shops, restaurants and bars, so you'll be right in the middle of all the action. The main majority of our residences and hotels have spa and wellness facilities included with your stay so there'll be opportunities for you to relax and unwind, for example Residence W2050 has fantastic spa facilities including swimming pool, sauna and fitness room. However, if you're not too worried about this part of your winter holiday, we do have properties that don't have this included like the Constellations Apartments. 

Bars and restaurants in La Plagne

Within the La Plagne villages, you'll find a variety of restaurants and cafes, with a lot of places selling Savoyard specialities like fondue and tartiflette. There are also opportunities for gastronomic experiences with the 4 star Hotel Carlina in Belle-Plagne serving an à la carte menu that is beautifully prepared by a French chef.

If you'd like to try traditional, hearty mountain food, you'll find a selection of restaurants that are located higher up the mountain - perfect for a lunch stop on a ski day. Although these restaurants tend to be more expensive than the restaurants found in the village, the food is well worth trying and usually involves French cuisine with some fantastic views. 

La Plagne isn't the liveliest out of the French winter resorts but it still offers some great places to eat and drink in the evenings. La Plagne centre is the busiest village if you're looking for après ski scene, with multiple venues open till late. 'The Mouth' is a new bar in La Plagne that offers live music as well as a happy hour until 10pm and is open till 2am - it even has a big-screen that shows live sports. You'll also find an 'Igloo bar' which is made of a faux-ice interior and hosts DJ nights. 

What's included on an Inghams holiday to La Plagne 

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 425 km
Runs 18 129 77 34
Longest run 0 Km
Snowparks
Lifts Drag lifts 0, Chairlifts 0, Cablecars 0
Slope direction
Ski/resort bus False
Rooms
  • No. of rooms: 46
  • No. of buildings: 1
  • No. of floors: 4

Reception

  • Check in: 4pm
  • Check out: 10am
  • Official rating: 4

Local Fees and Taxes

  • Resort tax €2.75 per person, per day (under 18s Free of charge) paid locally 

Rooms

Comfort Rooms sleep two people and are between 19-21m² with a balcony with mountain views. Single occupancy rooms are available on request, please give our Reservations team a call to book this room type. 

South Comfort Rooms sleep two people and are around 20m² with a balcony with a south facing views over the mountains

Superior Rooms sleep two people and are around 24m² with a south facing balcony with mountain views

Family Rooms sleep four people and are around 30m². These rooms have a double bed, and bunk beds in an alcove, as well as a south west facing balcony.

Junior Suites with Mezzanine sleep four people and are around 32m². These rooms have a double bed, and two additional beds best suited to two children. These rooms may have a mezzanine accessible by a staircase.

 

Room facilities

  • All rooms have double or twin beds (please specify when booking)
  • Balcony with mountain views
  • Satellite TV with English speaking channels
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea and coffee making facilities
  • Bath with shower head attachment or shower room
  • Welcome amenities
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathrobe and slippers
  • Safe
  • Cots are available on request 

Accessibility

The Hotel Carlina has adapted rooms suited for those with reduced mobility available on request, please give our Reservations team a call to book.

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

Longitude: 6.676315
Latitude: 45.507148

 

Slopeside location on the blue Belle Plagne piste going down to Bellecote.

3 minutes' walk (300 metres) to the resort centre and ski hire shop

250 metres to the ski school meeting point and nursery slopes

You can pick up the Roche de Mio gondola in the centre of Belle Plagne or ski down from the hotel to Plagne Bellecote and a choice of lifts

 

 

Facilities
  • Piste side terrace with mountain views
  • Two restaurants La Table du Carlina or L'Ercheu
  • Bar 
  • Lounge
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Access to spa facilities including heated indoor swimming pool, sauna, whirlpool and steam room (Free)
  • Pool towel service
  • Massages and beauty treatments (book and pay locally)
  • Heated ski equipment storage room
  • Indoor covered car parking (pay locally)
  • Laundry services (pay locally)
  • Shuttle service (on request)

Family Facilities

  • Unsupervised children's playroom
Meals

The Hotel Carlina is on a half board basis.

Fuel up for the day at the continental buffet breakfast often including fresh pastries, breads, meats, cheese, yogurts, as well as additional hot options.

Evening meals can be taken in La Table Du Carlina which serves French cuisine based on locally sourced products, you will have a choice of starters, main course and dessert. There is also the traditional L'Ercheu which serves Savoyard specialties including fondue.

Christmas and New Year gala dinners included.

  • No of restaurants: 1

Board basis options available

  • Half Board

This property caters for the following special dietary requirements

  • Diabetics - Insulin can be stored
  • Gluten Free
  • Vegetarians

The Hotel Carlina can cater for special dietary requirements (vegetarian, gluten free, dairy free) on request. Please inform us of any dietary requirements you have at the time of booking. Allergies and intolerances not listed above cannot be catered for. All allergies and intolerances, even if listed above, are subject to confirmation by the accommodation.

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£4656
per person from £1552
Includes £400pp discount
11/01/2025 - 7 nights
3 adults
From London Gatwick
Half Board
Hotel Carlina
Paradiski Ski Area, La Plagne
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