Going on a ski holiday with your family is one of the most magical lasting memories you can make. It's also a great way to learn a skill, experience alpine culture and get fit together at the same time.
For more information on family ski holidays please explore the tabs at the top of this page.
An Independent ski chalet is a mountain home-from-home where you control the catering. Choose to stay strictly self-catered or opt for adding some flexibility such as daily breakfast, evening meal deliveries, welcome hampers and even chef services - the power is in your hands. These properties are absolutely ideal for families who want to call their own shots whilst on a ski holiday, and the chalets themselves are well worth a look, with some really unique furnishings, excellent locations and some truly luxurious features.
We have a number of catered chalets in our collection that have 'extra' rooms or beds that we don't include as part of the standard capacity. These extra spaces represent excellent money-savers. Details about the extra rooms or beds in each chalet can be found by clicking the link for each property. Note that if the extra beds are for children only, you will need to call us to make your booking.
| Chalet Name | Resort | Standard Capacity | Capacity When Booked as a Whole Chalet | Extra 'Free' Beds (Adults = A / Children = c) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chalet Annecy | Alpe D'Huez | 10 | 12 | 2 c |
| Chalet Bourget | Alpe D'Huez | 10 | 12 | 2 c |
| Chalet Gaube | Alpe D'Huez | 10 | 12 | 2 c |
| Chalet Leman | Alpe D'Huez | 10 | 12 | 2 c |
| Chalet Salagou | Alpe D'Huez | 10 | 12 | 2 c |
| Chalet Samuel | Courchevel | 6 | 8 | 2 A |
| Chalet Benjamin | Courchevel | 10 | 11 | 1 A |
| Chalet Crocus Blanc | La Plagne | 6 | 7 | 1 A |
| Chalet Hepatica | La Plagne | 10 | 11 | 1 A |
| Chalet Campanula | La Plagne | 12 | 14 | 2 A |
| Chalet Anne | Les Arcs | 8 | 10 | 2 c |
| Chalet Chamois Volant | Les Deux Alpes | 14 | 16 | 2 c |
| Chalet Les Rouses | Les Deux Alpes | 16 | 18 | 2 A |
| Chalet Andre | Meribel | 6 | 7 | 1 c |
| Chalet Germaine | Meribel | 6 | 7 | 1 A |
| Chalet Aline | Meribel | 8 | 10 | 2 c |
| Chalet Elodie | Meribel | 9 | 11 | 1 A + 1 c |
| Chalet Laetitia | Meribel | 10 | 11 | 1 A |
| Chalet Monte Vera | St Anton | 14 | 16 | 2 A |
| Chalet Tavaillons | Tignes | 16 | 20 | 4 A |
| Chalet Arsellaz | Val D'Isere | 8 | 9 | 1 c |
| Chalet Capricorne | Val Thorens | 8 | 9 | 1 A |
| Chalet Sagittaire | Val Thorens | 8 | 9 | 1 A |
| Chalet Casa Rivas | Val D'Isere | 10 | 12 | 2 A |
If you're looking for a chalet with space for a cot for your little skier or snowboarder, here is a list of all our chalet properties that fit the bill. You may need to request the cot when you make your holiday booking. For any cot-related questions please give our Specialists a call on 0330 102 8004.
| Chalet with Cot | Resort | Total Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| Chalet Anne | Les Arcs | 8 |
| Chalet Annecy | Alpe d'Huez | 12 |
| Chalet Benoite | La Plagne | 8 |
| Chalet Bourget | Alpe d'Huez | 12 |
| Chalet Campanula | La Plagne | 14 |
| Chalet Capricorne | Val Thorens | 9 |
| Chalet Chamois Volant | Les Deux Alpes | 16 |
| Chalet Crocus Blanc | La Plagne | 7 |
| Chalet Elodie | Meribel | 11 |
| Chalet Estrella | Courchevel | 21 |
| Chalet Gaube | Alpe d'Huez | 12 |
| Chalet Hellebore | La Plagne | 8 |
| Chalet Hepatica | La Plagne | 11 |
| Chalet Iris Bleu | La Plagne | 8 |
| Chalet Jacques | Courchevel | 10 |
| Chalet Laetitia | Meribel | 11 |
| Chalet Leman | Alpe d'Huez | 12 |
| Chalet Les Rouses | Les Deux Alpes | 18 |
| Chalet Monte Vera | St. Anton | 16 |
| Chalet Phoebe | Tignes | 8 |
| Chalet Pierre | Meribel | 6 |
| Chalet Sagittaire | Val Thorens | 8 |
| Chalet Salagou | Alpe d'Huez | 12 |
| Chalet Samuel | Courchevel | 8 |
| Chalet Silene | La Plagne | 10 |
| Chalet Tetra | Les Arcs | 13 |
A white Christmas is what every kid dreams of and we pull out the stops to make sure that the whole family has a magical time. For example a Christmas ski chalet holiday comes with a bundle of festive extras in your very own private home-from-home. For more details of what's included see our Christmas Ski Deals via the main menu.
Get away for New Year and spend some quality time with the family in a wintery alpine retreat. Like Christmas, there are loads of things going on in ski resorts to help make this ski holiday memorable. Find out more about New Year ski holidays and what is on offer on our New Year Ski Deals page via the main menu.
February half term is historically one of the most popular times to take the whole family skiing. We can't think of a better way to keep the kids entertained and it's a great way to give everyone a break. Historically snow conditions are great and the resorts are in full swing at this time of year. To discover the best ways to get your kids away skiing at half term view our Half Term Ski Deals via the main menu.
Easter is a popular choice for family ski holidays with fantastic spring weather, longer days and excellent snowfall. Resorts often pull out the stops with Easter celebrations and egg hunts as well as end-of-season parties for everyone. If you're interested to know more about spring skiing, view our Easter Ski Deals via the main menu.
We look at the best ski resorts for your family ski holiday based on their ability. Whether you have family members who are just starting out, or maybe they're ready to take on new challenges on the slopes... or maybe they're already overtaking you! Whatever the scenario you want to make sure you choose the right resort for everyone so we've compiled our favourites based on our own personal memories and experiences.
Our top family ski resorts which are great if you have beginners within your family. We have specifically chosen resorts
An ideal ski resort for families with beginner skiers as Alpe d’Huez offers terrain for all abilities. There are two beginner areas, Rif Nel and Les Jeux, which are great places to get your first taste of skiing with a dozen or so green runs at hand.
La Plagne is a great resort for a family ski holiday as much of the ski area is on a gentle plateau at the top of the resort which offers wide cruising runs, perfect for beginners to cut their teeth on. The resort is made up of 11 villages, although for beginners in the high villages of Belle Plagne and Plagne Centre it may be best to avoid the lower, more challenging runs.
The nursery slopes in La Rosiere are just a short lift ride from the two main villages. It offers a pleasant alternative to a family ski holiday in the Alps as it is a smaller, quieter resort which can be a preferential option for beginners. It is also an attractive resort with a village charm with well thought of ski schools.
A really solid choice for a family with beginner skiers, thanks to the four beginner zones (“ski tranquille”) across the resort as well as 10 free beginners lifts too. Les Arcs doesn’t use the green run classification, however many of their blues runs are gentle enough to be greens.
This is a massive area (encompassing Courchevel, Meribel and Val Thorens) and with over 600kms of piste, there really is something for the whole family thanks to the huge variety a skiing terrain on offer.
Whilst Courchevel is maybe best known for being a high-end and expensive ski resort, it actually has a lot to offer skiers of all abilities. Arguably intermediates are catered for better which means that it is a great place to progress, and if you want to stretch your legs – then there’s the whole of the three valleys to explore. Also, outside of Courchevel 1850, prices aren’t as expensive as you might think.
Meribel always looks like a stereotypical alpine ski village; it is a resort which is inherently attractive. The resort has also made of point of being family-friendly and this is evident through the range of ski schools, childcare facilities and general entertainment for children, like specified sledging areas and kid ski areas with Inuit Villages and mini slalom courses.
Having only a slight bias towards intermediate skiers makes Val Thorens a great place for beginners to progress from the numerous nursery slopes and green runs. It is also the highest resort in the Three Valleys which promises great snow throughout the season. For the family, the longest toboggan run in France is a great option as is the incredible spectacle of the ski instructor’s torchlit descent.
We only work with the best in-resort ski schools and our Ski Specialists can advise and pre-book the relevant classes for you and your family.
You are never too young to enjoy a ski holiday! Many of our resorts have local crèche facilities and most have pre-ski school kindergartens.
Ski resorts are magical places for children and nannies offer fun, flexible and top-notch childcare. If you're considering booking a nanny for your ski holiday it's well worth booking as far in advance as possible - at the same time as you book your ski holiday ideally - with a reputable provider such as T4 Nanny. The best up-to-date resource for available nanny and childcare services in the resort you're visiting will be the local tourist information office. For peace of mind, ensure the childcare professional you book is CRB checked, first aid trained and comes with glowing references.
Browse our full range of ski holidays for families on this page. Use the drop-down boxes to sort and filter your preferred criteria, whittle down your options and find your perfect trip...
Sat 21st Mar '26 06:00 – 09:10,
Belfast International – Geneva,
Hold baggage included
8 people, 7 nights,
Self Catering
Saving £20pp
Sat 13th Dec '25 06:45 – 09:30,
London Gatwick – Grenoble,
Hold baggage included
8 people, 7 nights,
Self Catering
Sat 13th Dec '25 06:45 – 09:30,
London Gatwick – Grenoble,
Hold baggage included
4 people, 7 nights,
Self Catering
Sat 3rd Jan '26 08:00 – 11:00,
Manchester – Grenoble,
Hold baggage included
8 people, 7 nights,
Self Catering
Saving £20pp
Sat 10th Jan '26 06:45 – 09:30,
London Gatwick – Grenoble,
Hold baggage included
4 people, 7 nights,
Self Catering
Saving £21pp
Sat 14th Mar '26 12:40 – 15:25,
London Heathrow – Geneva,
Hold baggage included
8 people, 7 nights,
Self Catering
Saving £20pp
Sat 3rd Jan '26 06:45 – 09:30,
London Gatwick – Grenoble,
Hold baggage included
4 people, 7 nights,
Self Catering
Saving £20pp
Sat 10th Jan '26 06:45 – 09:40,
Birmingham – Grenoble,
Hold baggage included
8 people, 7 nights,
Self Catering
Saving £22pp
Sat 10th Jan '26 14:50 – 17:35,
London Luton – Geneva,
Hold baggage included
8 people, 7 nights,
Self Catering
Saving £21pp
Sat 21st Mar '26 06:00 – 09:10,
Belfast International – Geneva,
Hold baggage included
8 people, 7 nights,
Self Catering
Saving £22pp
If you'd like to discuss a Family Ski Holiday, you can get in touch with us easily for advice...
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When looking to book your family ski trip, finding the right option can seem daunting with so much choice available. However, with the help of our knowledgeable Ski Specialists, you can have peace of mind, as they’ll be on hand to help you every step of the way. They can help recommend the best ski resort for you, what accommodation will suit your needs and even what level ski lessons you may want.
Here are some of the main things to think about when planning your family ski holiday:
Please note: For chalet holidays, any price reductions apply to the "full" adult price and do not include any supplements such as room or flight supplements. These reductions do not apply to rooms in which children aged 2 - 11 are already enjoying reduced-price places (which are also not combinable with any group discounts). These reductions apply to holidays which include Skiworld charter flights and Skiworld catered chalet accommodation. Free places are limited to one per family. Please read the booking conditions and important information. Infants are children under the age of 2 on the return date of travel and this charge applies provided that no flight, coach or train seat is used and that a cot is used in the resort. Find out more in our terms and conditions