Residence Montana Plein Sud

France , Three Valleys Ski Area , Val Thorens

  • Ski In/Ski Out
  • Central Location
  • Spa Facilities
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Inghams rating

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  • Rue du Soleil, 73440 Les Belleville, France

Facilities

  • Indoor Pool
  • Spa Facilities
  • Sauna/Steam Room
  • Family Rooms
  • Heated Boot Room
  • Free Wi-Fi

Val Thorens at a glance

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  • Ski experts since 1934 – explore over 80 resorts
  • Award-winning service and 24/7 support on holiday
  • Our Snow Guarantee will keep you skiing
  • Our chalets are handpicked and exclusive to us
  • Travel, transfers and accommodation included
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About Residence Montana Plein Sud

Montana Plein Sud puts you right on the slopes, so you can click into your skis and head straight out into the Three Valleys. Sitting in Val Thorens' sunny Soleil area, it's also close to the ski school and lifts, making it a great choice whether you're finding your feet or keen to make the most of every day on the mountain.

The apartments make an easy base for your week in Val Thorens. Spacious and finished in a warm alpine style with wood and stone interiors, they've got everything you need for a relaxed self-catering stay. Large windows make the most of the mountain views, and there's plenty of room to spread out after a day on the slopes.

When it's time to swap ski boots for slippers, the wellness area is hard to resist. Take a dip in the heated indoor pool, ease tired legs in the sauna or hammam, or simply enjoy a slower pace in the relaxation area. In full holiday mode? Treat yourself to a spa treatment or massage - the perfect way to soothe tired muscles after a day exploring the Three Valleys.

It's the little extras that make a stay here even easier, from ski lockers with boot dryers to optional bakery deliveries for fresh bread and pastries in the morning. Add a five-star standard throughout, and you've got a mountain base that's just as enjoyable when you're unwinding as it is when you're out on the slopes.

Once you have returned from a day of exploring the wonderful Three Valleys, make the most of the wellness area at the Bains du Montana Spa which includes an indoor pool, sauna and steam room. For a moment of pure relaxation, book a treatment or massage with one of the in-house beauticians. 

  • Mountain views
  • Sun terrace
  • Ski-in / ski-out access
  • Free access to the Spa le Bains du Montana, facilities including heated indoor pool, sauna and steam room 
  • Massages and beauty treatments available (pay locally)
  • Lounge
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Cleaning services (book and pay locally)
  • Heated ski equipment storage room with individual lockers with boot dryers 
  • Car parking (pay locally) 
  • Grocery delivery service (book and pay locally)
  • Raclette and fondue sets available from reception (on request)
  • Laundry facilities (book and pay locally) 

Family Facilities

  • Board games, video games and puzzles are available from reception 
  • Baby safety gates are available (on request)
  • Books and DVDs (on request
  • Children's music is available

These apartments benefit from having ski-in/ski-out access to the slopes of Val Thorens - perfect for the keen skiers and snowboarders who want easy access to the Three Valleys. At the end of the day, ski back to the residence and store your equipment in the heated storage room with individual lockers and boot dryers.

The centre of Val Thorens is just a short walk away, where you can find a well stocked supermarket and a range of bars and restaurants - great for the evenings when you want to treat yourself to a meal out.

  • 50m to the nearest bus stop
  • 400m to the resort centre
  • 20m to the ski lifts
  • 10m to the ski bus stop
  • 200m to the ski school meeting point and nursery slopes 

The Residence Montana Plein Sud are self catering apartments. Each apartment has an equipped kitchen with an oven, hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, kitchenware, kettle, tea and coffee making facilities. There is a mini market next door, and a bakery and grocery delivery service is available to book through the hotel reception (pay locally).

Board basis available: Self Catering

All of the apartments at the Plein Sud are furnished to a high standard in a modern alpine style, and are equipped with everything you need for a comfortable stay in the French Alps. Cook tasty meals from the comfort of your own apartment, where you will have a fully equipped kitchen including an oven, hobs, microwave and a fridge freezer. There's also a cosy lounge area where you can look out onto the snowy surroundings and mountain peaks.

Two bedroom apartments sleep two to four people and are between 55m². The apartments have an open plan living room and kitchenette, balcony, one double bedroom with an en-suite bathroom with a shower room and one twin bedroom, with the main bathroom having a bath.

Three bedroom apartments sleep four to six people and are between 75m² . These apartments have an open plan living room and kitchenette, balcony, one double bedroom with an en-suite shower room, and two twin bedrooms with en-suites (one with a bath).

Beds are made on arrival, a mid week towel change is available on request and end of stay cleaning is included with the exception of the kitchen and bins, which must be taken out.

Apartment facilities

  • Wi-Fi
  • Balcony with mountain views
  • Kitchenette, oven, hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, toaster, kitchenware, kettle, tea and coffee making facilities including a Nespresso coffee machine (pods not provided)
  • Bath robes and slippers
  • Towels (changed mid week)
  • Bed Linen
  • Bath or shower room
  • Satellite TV with English speaking channels
  • Safe
  • Telephone
  • Hairdryer
  • Toiletries
  • Cleaning kit
  • Additional beds are available for a supplement
  • Baby cots are available (on request). Free for children under 2 years old.

Additional information

The Residence Montana Plein Sud has adapted apartments available on request. Please give our Reservations team a call if you would like to book this apartment type.

  • No. of rooms: 37
  • No. of buildings: 2
  • No. of floors: 7
  • Lift accessible: Yes
  • Lift serves all floors: Yes
  • Access ramp: No

Reception

  • Check in: 5pm
  • Check out: 10am
  • Luggage storage available in reception

Reception hours

  • Sunday to Thursday : 8am to 1pm and 4pm to 8pm
  • Friday: 8am to 8pm
  • Saturday: 7am to 10pm

Local Fees

  • Refundable deposit: €500 paid on arrival (credit cards accepted)
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We've partnered up with Mountain Fresh to provide a hassle-free food and drink delivery service to the mountains. Mountain Fresh will deliver delicious, oven-ready meals directly to your accommodation. They arrive ready to store and heat; it couldn't be easier. Just pick how many days you need and pre-order your 'Full Package' or 'Dinner Only' menu. They’ve got everyone covered with great options, including vegetarian, vegan, and gluten/dairy-free diets. If you fancy something small, or an extra add-on, you'll also find a welcome hamper, additional bundles and wine packages. This convenient service lets you maximise your time on the slopes while enjoying high-quality dining.

To find out more and see a full selection of menus, please click here.

Please see the example menu below.

3 Course Menu From MF

Travel to Val Thorens

Depart on: Saturdays

Fly into: Chambéry or Geneva airport, or Moutiers station

Transfer time: approx. 2 hours 45 mins to 3 hours 45 mins by coach

Travel by air

Fly to Geneva or Chambéry:

  • Transfer time from Geneva airport: approx. 3 hours 45 mins by coach 
  • Transfer time from Chambéry airport: approx. 2 hours 45 minutes by coach
  • The transfer in Val Thorens will stop as close as possible to your chosen accommodation. In some cases there may be a couple of minutes' walk due to regulations on where coaches can stop
  • There is a traffic light system in the Tarantaise Valley controlling traffic and stopping cars and coaches sitting in places where rocks could fall, and to make snow clearing easier when snowing

Please note that transfer times may vary depending on weather conditions and traffic, particularly during peak season and French school holidays (French school holidays span 18 Dec 26 - 03 Jan 27, 06 Feb - 07 Mar 27 and 03 - 25 Apr 27).

Private transfers are available on request.

Travel by train

We also have the Eurostar Snow Train which is bookable for 7 nights to Val Thorens, 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 1 hour from Moutiers railway station to resort.

Please see the resort page for provisional timings.

Ski & Snowboard in Val Thorens

Best for

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Snowboard

​Val Thorens is Europe's highest ski resort at 2,300m with access to 600km of terrain in the Three Valley Ski Area.

Runs

Blue: 336km
Red: 204km
Black: 60km

Additional Ski Details

Ski area:
600km
Resort altitude:
2300m
Ski Altitude:
1800m - 3200m
Snow Cannons:
2400
Ski Lifts:
200
Lift Ski Lockers:
No
Glaciers:
1
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Discover Val Thorens

At an altitude of 2,300m, Val Thorens is the highest ski resort in Europe and as part of the huge Three Valleys area, it is undoubtedly one of the very best. The resort has been designed to offer doorstep skiing from practically wherever you stay and has a village feel around a compact centre - where car access is restricted. The height of the resort means skiing in Val Thorens consists of long hours of sunshine, an unrivalled snow record and great skiing for all grades.

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Things to do in Val Thorens

Tobogganing

The longest toboggan run in France can be found at the Cosmojet Toboggan run, accessible via the Péclet funitel. It takes about 45 minutes to run the roughly 6 kilometres to the bottom.

As well as the swimming pool and wellness facilities, the complex has a range of sports courts and a fitness area with body building facilities. There is also a soft play area for the children which includes giant trampolines, slides, rope bridges and a ball pit. Payable locally.

If you would prefer to experience the mountain by foot, there are plenty of paths to follow. The sentier de la Marine is a relatively easy walk of around 5km, starting at Chalet du Cosmojet you will be met with fantastic views across the snowy landscape.

Have you ever wanted to stay on the mountain after last lifts? Every Friday you can enjoy the Tête Ronde and Christine runs in Péclet sector until 6.30pm. It is free of charge for guests with a valid Val Thorens/ Orelle ski pass.

Take to new heights and have a go at the La Bee zip line at the top of the Moutiere chairlift. This adrenaline filled zip line is suitable for children over the age of 14. Height restrictions apply. Pay locally.

The Tyrolienne du Bouchet is the highest zipline in Europe giving you the chance to whizz through the incredible mountain scenery. Located at the top of the Bouchet chairlift. Pay locally.

Snake Gliss (sledge train to you and me) is where sledges are tied together, led by a professional instructor and whizzing down the 45 minute descent from the top of Funitel de Péclet. 

For a bit of evening entertainment head to the resorts bowling centre, where there are eight lanes for bowling, a pool table and a variety of games including a football table. 

Ride your own snowmobile, or with a passenger and follow your guide on a tour around the unspoilt winter landscapes around Val Thorens. Book and pay locally.

There’s something really rewarding about winter walking in Val Thorens. High-altitude trails offer sweeping alpine views and a real sense of space above the resort. From gentle, accessible routes you can explore straight from the village without needing a lift, to longer marked paths that take you further into the surrounding mountains with a pedestrian pass, there’s plenty of choice depending on how far you want to go.

Expect well-signposted trails, crisp mountain air and plenty of chances to pause and take in the dramatic scenery of the Three Valleys. Before heading out, it’s worth checking the latest trail and lift access information on the official Val Thorens website to plan your route.

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