Spectacular Alpine scenery in Courchevel – Image © Patrice Mestari
There are plenty of reasons to love a ski chalet holiday: roaring log fires, cosy lounges, hearty meals and the chance to relax in your own mountain home after a day on the slopes. But when your chalet comes with a spectacular view, the experience feels even more special.
Imagine opening the curtains in the morning to snow-covered peaks, watching the mountains turn pinky-gold at sunset or enjoying an après-ski drink from a terrace overlooking the valley. For many skiers, those moments are just as memorable as all the skiing.
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We’ve picked seven Skiworld chalets where the views are a particularly big part of the experience – from panoramic valley vistas and dramatic high-altitude scenery to balconies made for taking in the mountains.
Chalet Little Riva, La Plagne
Chalet Little Riva combines intimate alpine style with a scenic mountain setting
For a small chalet with a big personality, Little Riva is hard to beat. This beautifully renovated ski chalet in La Plagne sleeps up to five guests and sits just 20 metres from the piste, combining modern alpine style with the kind of mountain setting that makes you want to fling the curtains open as soon as you wake up in the morning.
Inside, natural wood, soft alpine tones and a crackling fireplace create a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The chalet’s location in 2,100m Plagne Villages also puts you right in the heart of La Plagne’s high-altitude scenery, while the option to combine it with Chalet Riva (sleeping up to 15 guests) makes it particularly flexible for larger groups.
Why you’ll love this chalet:
- Cosy, elegant mountain retreat for up to five guests
- 20 metres from the piste in snow-sure Plagne Villages
- Can connect with Chalet Riva for larger groups
Chalet Pierre, Méribel
Chalet Pierre offers classic alpine charm and beautiful valley views
This chalet in Méribel Mottaret, Chalet Pierre has a wonderfully traditional Alpine feel and a location that’s just as appealing. The cosy lounge and dining area opens onto a balcony with lovely mountain views, giving you somewhere to sit back and admire the scenery after exploring the Three Valleys.
The chalet sleeps six across three en-suite bedrooms, with two rooms featuring charming Juliette balconies. Best of all, you’re just 100 metres from the piste, so those impressive mountain views come with a very convenient route to the slopes.
Why you’ll love this chalet:
- Prime Mottaret location near the slopes and lifts
- All en-suite rooms with charming alpine touches
- Cosy lounge, private boot dryers and balconies for dreamy valley views
Chalet Verseau, Val Thorens
High-altitude views come as standard at Chalet Verseau in Val Thorens
When it comes to mountain views, it’s difficult to compete with Europe’s highest ski resort at 2,300m. Chalet Verseau sits in Val Thorens’ peaceful Balcons area, with panoramic scenery surrounding its bright open-plan living space.
This Val Thorens ski chalet combines classic alpine character with modern comforts, including private bathrooms in every bedroom and a wood-burning stove in the lounge. Just 200 metres from the slopes, it’s also wonderfully convenient – and after skiing, you can make the most of complimentary access to the residence’s sauna and steam room.
Why you’ll love this chalet:
- Private bathrooms in every bedroom for added comfort
- Just 200 metres from the slopes, with panoramic mountain views
- Sauna and steam room access included for post-ski relaxation
Chalet Tournavel, Tignes
Chalet Tournavel offers dramatic mountain scenery from its peaceful setting in Tignes
If you like your mountain views with a healthy dose of peace and quiet, this catered chalet in Tignes could be just the ticket. The characterful Tournavel is located between the villages of Le Lac and Val Claret, a tranquil setting on the edge of the resort, surrounded by dramatic mountain scenery.
Inside, six en-suite bedrooms provide comfortable accommodation for up to 13 guests, while the snug lounge and fireplace create a lovely place to unwind. And although the setting feels secluded, the free ski bus stops directly outside, whisking you to the lifts and up into the 300km Tignes-Val d’Isere ski area in minutes.
Why you’ll love this chalet:
- Six en-suite bedrooms, ideal for families and groups
- Characterful interiors with mountain views and a cosy fireplace
- Free ski bus stop outside, connecting you to the lifts in minutes
Chalet Anne, Les Arcs
Relax in the hot tub while taking in views towards Mont Blanc
Chalet Anne takes the mountain-view experience to another level. This renovated grade-5 ski chalet in Les Arcs – set in an elevated location above the village of Arc 1800 – combines traditional Savoyard character with contemporary comfort, including a standout outdoor hot tub with mountain views including Mont Blanc.
Inside, the open-plan living space and central log burner create a sociable hub for groups, while all four bedrooms are en suite. There’s a separate snug area for reading or games, a ski room with heated boot warmers, a dart board and free WiFi.
Why you’ll love this chalet:
- Spacious en-suite bedrooms with smart décor
- Cosy social spaces with open-plan living and a wood-burning stove
- Hot tub with panoramic views including Mont Blanc
Chalet Nadyia, Les Arcs
Chalet Nadyia offers spectacular valley panoramas from its balcony in Arc 2000
Another excellent Les Arcs catered chalet, where traditional Alpine character meets spectacular scenery – Chalet Nadyia in Arc 2000. Enjoy the open-plan living and dining room with its stone fireplace, comfortable sofas and a balcony offering panoramic views across the valley – the perfect setting for swapping stories after a day in Paradiski.
There’s plenty of convenience too. The chalet is just a short walk from the ski hire shop, lifts and slopes, while guests also enjoy complimentary access to the wellness facilities at the neighbouring Altitude complex, including an indoor pool and sauna.
Why you’ll love this chalet:
- Rustic and warm chalet apartment with all en-suite rooms
- Nice seating and dining areas, cosy rooms and access to the next-door wellness area
- Just a very short walk to ski hire, lifts and slopes in Arc 2000
Chalet Aline, Méribel
Chalet Aline’s balcony hot tub is perfectly positioned for Tarentaise valley views
For a peaceful mountain escape with a view to remember, this ski chalet in Méribel ticks plenty of boxes. The stylish Chalet Aline sits on a quiet hillside just outside the resort, with sweeping views across the valley and a front balcony hot tub that makes the most of the location.
Inside, traditional exposed beams and stone features are paired with modern furnishings, while all the bedrooms are en suite. It’s a comfortable base for families and small groups who want easy access to Méribel without sacrificing the tranquillity of a hillside retreat.
Why you’ll love this chalet:
- Stylish Méribel chalet with all en-suite bedrooms
- Hot tub and balcony views over the Tarentaise valley
- Quiet hillside location near the Chaudanne lift hub and resort centre
Why Choose a Skiworld Chalet with a Mountain View?
Of course, the view is only part of what makes a great ski chalet. With Skiworld’s catered ski chalets, you also get the luxury of having someone else take care of the daily chores!
Start your morning with a home-cooked hearty breakfast, return from the slopes to a freshly baked cake and afternoon tea, then settle in for a delicious three or four-course evening meal with wine. Add a roaring fire*, hot tub*, sauna*, comfortable communal spaces and the chance to share the day’s adventures with your group, and you’ve got the perfect mountain retreat.
So, if your ideal ski holiday includes waking up to snow-capped peaks and ending the day gazing at the alpenglow on the mountains, why not make the view part of your next chalet ski holiday?
*featured in some properties
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