Hotel les Balcons (Belle Plagne)

France , Paradiski Ski Area , La Plagne

  • Family Holidays
  • Spa & Wellness
  • Central Location
3/5
Inghams rating

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  • 1 chemin du grand Lognan, 73210 La Plagne Tarentaise, France

Facilities

  • Gym/Fitness Centres
  • Indoor Pool
  • Spa Facilities
  • Hot Tub
  • Sauna/Steam Room
  • Bar
  • Family Rooms
  • Free Wi-Fi

La Plagne at a glance

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  • Euro (EUR)
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  • London St Pancras (QQS)

Included in your ski holiday to La Plagne

  • On holiday support and tailored advice from our Destination Expert based in La Plagne
  • Access to Inghams Digital Resort Guide with things to do, ski highlights and useful information on holiday
  • Flights from the UK, transfers and accommodation on half board

About Hotel les Balcons

Built in a traditional and rustic chalet style, the Hotel Les Balcons has convenient access to the slopes and lifts in Belle Plagne. The hotel has a great range of facilities including a spa and wellness area, bar and restaurants - there is even a whirlpool-bath in each hotel bathroom for perfect relaxation after a day on the slopes. 

This hotel has a great as location, it is less than 100 metres to the resort centre, where you can find plenty of shops, bars and restaurants. Located only a short walk away from ski lifts and slopes you have great access to the Paradiski Ski Area which includes Les Arcs and Peisey Vallandry. 

Spa and wellness facilities

After a day of exploring the slopes of the Paradiski, the hotel offers multiple leisure facilities to choose from. Have a dip in the heated indoor pool, soothe any achy ski legs in the whirlpool, or unwind in the steam room, sauna or solarium. For the more active guests, there is a fitness room with a range of equipment.  Massages and treatments are available for a local fee. 

  • Access to spa facilities including indoor heated swimming pool, whirlpool, steam room and sauna (free - Open between 10am-12pm, and 3pm-8pm. Located 50 metres away at the Residences Les Balcons de Belle Plagne)
  • Fitness Room
  • Massage and beauty treatments (book and pay locally)

Additional information

  • Bar and lounge area
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Indoor covered car parking (approx €77 per week. Pay locally)
  • Ski lockers 
  • Ski hire shop situated in residence next door to the hotel
  • 100 meters to the resort center
  • 50 meters to the ski lifts
  • 100 meters to the nursery slopes and ski school meeting point 

The Hotel les Balcons is on a half board basis.

  • Each morning you can fuel up for a day on the slopes, and enjoy a varied continental breakfast buffet 
  • When you return from a day on the mountains you can enjoy a three course evening meal. Please note that there are two sittings: 6:30pm or 8:30pm
  • Guests staying over Christmas and New Year will have a festive menu.

This property caters for the following special dietary requirements

  • Gluten free
  • Vegetarians

Special diets are available on a request basis. Catering for dietary allergies will need to be checked before 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. If one member of your party has multiple dietary requirements, these are subject to confirmation by the accommodation.

Board basis available: Half Board

Standard bedrooms around around 21m² sleeping two people. These rooms are also available for sole occupancy on request, pease give our Reservations team a call to book.

Family rooms are around 26m² sleeping three to four people. Family rooms have a double bed and bunk beds, suitable for children. These rooms are on request, please call our Reservations team to book.

Interconnecting Classic Rooms are available on request, subject to availability.

Bedroom facilities

  • Twin or double beds, please specify your preference when booking
  • Most rooms have a balcony with mountain views
  • Satellite TV
  • Telephone
  • Wi-Fi
  • Mini fridge
  • Bathroom with bathtub and WC
  • Hairdryers are available on request
  • Baby cots are available (on request, for a supplement)

Additional information

  • No. of rooms: 41
  • No. of buildings: 1
  • No. of floors: 6
  • Check in time: 5pm
  • Check out time: 10am 
  • Resort tax €2.75 per person, per day (under 18s free of charge) paid locally
  • Refundable deposit of €100 (credit cards accepted) taken on arrival
  • Lift accessible: No
  • Lift serves all floors: Yes
  • Access ramp: No
  • The Hotel les Balcons has accessible Classic Rooms available on request. Please give our Reservations team a call to book.

Travel to La Plagne

Depart on: Saturdays

Fly into: Geneva or Chambery

Chambery transfer time: approx. 2 hours 15 mins by coach

Geneva transfer time: approx. 3 hours 15 mins by coach

Aime station to resort transfer time: approx. 25 mins by coach

Bourg St Maurice station transfer time: approx. 35 mins by coach

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Travel by air

Flights to Geneva and Chambery depart on Saturdays between 13 December 2025 and 11 April 2026.

Transfer time

  • Chambery airport: approx. 2 hours 30 mins by coach
  • Geneva airport: approx. 3 hours 30 mins by coach

Travel by train

We also have the Eurostar Snow Train which is bookable for 7 nights to La Plagne, from London St Pancras. Available between 20 December and 28 March 2026.

This is a train that departs and returns Saturdays with a much shorter transfer of 25 minutes from Aime railway station to resort. The return train journey will depart from Bourg St Maurice railway station, this transfer is 35 minutes.

Please see the drop down below for provisional timings.

Inghams Rating: 3/5

We rate all of our accommodation based on their facilities, service level, character and customer feedback. Our ratings may vary from the official rating.

Ski & Snowboard in La Plagne

Best for

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Cross-country

Snowboard

La Plagne is part of the expansive Paradiski area, offering 425km diverse slopes across La Plagne, Les Arcs & Peisey-Vallandry. From gentle runs for beginners to more challenging terrain, there is something for all abilities.

Runs

Blue: 243km
Red: 129km
Black: 53km

Additional Ski Details

Ski area:
425km
Cross country routes:
55km
Resort altitude:
2100m
Ski Altitude:
1200m - 3226m
Snow Cannons:
958
Ski Lifts:
129
Lift Ski Lockers:
No
Glaciers:
1
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Discover La Plagne

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.

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Things to do in La Plagne

There aren’t many places in the world where you can experience an Olympic bob-sleigh track but Plagne 1800 is one of the few places where you can. The 1500m long bob-sleigh run complete with 19 thrilling bends is an unusual and memorable experience. You can choose from 4 grades of experience ranging from the 80kmph bob raft to the full-on 130kmph Olympic experience.

Soar above the mountains on an unforgettable paragliding flight over the slopes of La Plagne. Whether you are a seasoned thrill seeker or a complete beginner, expert instructors are on hand to ensure you have a safe flight. 

Launch from high altitude take off points and enjoy panoramic views of the Tarentaise Valley as you fly effortlessly across the French Alps.

 

Snowmobiling is an exciting way to explore the mountainside and the glaciers and wide pistes of La Plagne are perfect for bombing around on a skidoo. There are a number of activities operators in La Plagne offering this experience and our Destination Experts can help you find the most appropriate tour one for you.

When the weather is favourable Le Colorado Park opens its mile-long sled run to the public. This lengthy and exciting toboggan run next to the Colorado ski lift in Plagne Centre provides spectacular views of the surrounding mountainside, including glimpses of Mont Blanc.

The Ciné-Plagne in Plagne Centre, located in the Les Ecrins building, is a popular spot for moviegoers in La Plagne, France. This cinema features two digital screens and offers a variety of films, including the latest releases.

It operates daily from mid-December to late April, providing entertainment for both locals and visitors.

Tickets are reasonably priced, with discounts available for children, students, and seasonal workers.

Bowling in La Plagne offers fun and entertainment at two main locations: Belle Plagne and Plagne Centre.

Both locations provide a lively and enjoyable environment for visitors of all ages.

Ice climbing in La Plagne, located in the French Alps, offers a thrilling experience for climbers of all levels. The highlight is the 24-meter-high ice tower in Champagny-en-Vanoise, which is a key feature of the region's ice climbing scene. 

This tower is designed to accommodate both beginners and elite climbers, providing a safe and structured environment to learn and improve.

La Plagne also hosts the Ice Climbing World Cup, attracting top climbers from around the globe to compete in speed and difficulty events.

The competition is a major event, showcasing the skill and agility of the world's best ice climbers.

 

There are two outdoor ice rinks in La Plagne - one in Plagne Centre and another in Plagne Bellecôte. 

Plagne Centre's ice rink is a popular spot, located right behind the main bus station. It offers lively music and a vibrant atmosphere, making it ideal for kids and parents alike.

Bellecôte's rink is larger and provides more space for skating enthusiasts.

 The region features a variety of well-marked trails suitable for all fitness levels, from families with children to more adventurous hikers.

Popular routes include the Chalets des Bauches, Plateau de Plan Bois, and the Montgésin Trail, each offering breathtaking views of Mont Blanc and the surrounding peaks.

Speed-riding in La Plagne offers an exhilarating blend of skiing and paragliding, providing a unique winter thrill. This sport involves gliding on skis while flying a small canopy, allowing participants to soar over breathtaking heights and land in untouched snowfields.

La Plagne is a prime location for speed-riding, with courses available for both beginners and advanced riders.

The Speed Riding School in Les Arcs, which also operates in La Plagne, offers comprehensive training and guided sessions to ensure a safe and unforgettable experience.

The Escape Room in Bellecôte, operated by Escape Games United, offers thrilling adventures for groups of friends or families. Located in the Galerie Commerciale Plagne Bellecôte, it features two main rooms: "The Bunker," a post-apocalyptic scenario where players must find refuge and other survivors, and "Hunting the Chuppa Yeti," a fun quest to find a mini mountain yeti.

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