Nestled in the heart of Alpe d’Huez, Hôtel Le Castillan offers a warm, family-friendly atmosphere with direct access to slopes and hiking trails.
Le Castillan Hotel
Family-run hotel with panoramic Alpine views, ski-in access, and bistronomic dining
Designed for families and guests of all ages, Hôtel Le Castillan features comfortable family rooms, and a games room with a collector’s edition wooden Monopoly table.
Their bistronomic restaurant serves refined dishes inspired by local flavours, perfect for sharing a convivial raclette evening in winter or dining al fresco on the terrace in summer. Unwind at our warm bar, where you can enjoy signature cocktails and watch major sports events in a lively atmosphere.
For ultimate relaxation, the wellness area offers expert massages in winter and soothing treatments after summer hikes. The hotel also boasts a convenient ski shop on the ground floor for all your winter equipment needs.
Business travellers are welcomed with fully equipped rooms, high-speed internet, a seminar room flooded with natural light, and a fitness centre, ensuring comfort and productivity.
Discover the luxury of genuine Alpine hospitality and create unforgettable memories at Hôtel Le Castillan, where every detail is crafted for your comfort and enjoyment.
Ski Hire nearby
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Odalys-L'Eclose
Ski hire shop in Alpe d'Huez
Ski and snowboard rental in Alpe d'Huez. Save time and money by booking online with Intersport. Have your equipment ready to pick up as soon as you arrive and hit the slopes straight away!
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Rocky Sports
One stop shop for all your ski and snowboard equipment hire in Alpe d'Huez
This large Ski and Snowboard rental shop is situated near the Eclose lift in the bottom half of Alpe d'Huez centre.
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Henri Sports IV L'Eclose
Ski & snowboard hire located in the Eclose area of Alpe d'Huez
Want to rent skis or snowboards in Alpe d'Huez? Just visit the Skiset Henri Sports L'Eclose store!
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Alpesports
A ski rental shop at the Rond point des pistes at the top of resort
Yan and Alizée welcome you to their Alpesports store, conveniently located at the bottom of the runs, by the cable cars to Pic Blanc 3300m and the Sarenne slopes!
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Ski Dream
Save 10% extra: use promo code STWSKI when booking ski hire online
Located in the heart of Alpe d’Huez, Precision Ski – Ski Dream greets you in a friendly atmosphere, just steps away from accommodations, restaurants, and the first slopes.
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Huez Sport
Ski hire at the Rond Point des Pistes, very close to the snowfront and lifts
Want to rent skis or snowboards in Alpe d'Huez? Just visit the Huez Sports store!
Ski Schools nearby
Ski School Lessons in Alpe d’Huez
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Private ski lessons
Passion, professionalism, and pure mountain joy come together at this ski school
With over 30 years of experience teaching skiing and snowboarding across the French Alps, their mission is to help you make the most of every moment on snow.
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Group ski lessons
From beginners to experts with fully qualified English speaking instructors
This ski school is part of the prestigious École du Ski Français, one of the most well-known and trusted ski schools in the Alps, with schools across France’s major resorts.
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Group ski lessons
Small groups for adults and children of all abilities with a well-established and trusted ski school
Established in 1991, this ski and snowboard school was one of the first British ski schools in France and is renowned for its fantastic instructors and excellent customer service.
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Private ski lessons
Private skiing and snowboarding lessons with highly rated instructors
This ski school connects snow sports enthusiasts of all abilities with expert ski and snowboard instructors across Europe’s top resorts. With thousands of top-rated, verified instructors to choose from, their private lessons offer a flexible and personalised learning experience.
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Group ski lessons
From beginners to experts with fully qualified English speaking instructors
This ski school is part of the prestigious École du Ski Français, one of the most well-known and trusted ski schools in the Alps, with schools across France’s major resorts.
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Private ski lessons
British school offering a wide range of private lesson options tailored to all ages and abilities
Established in 1991, this ski and snowboard school was one of the first British-run ski schools in France. Their team is known for going the extra mile, offering excellent customer service and delivering outstanding lessons and guiding.
Things to do nearby
Things To Do in Alpe d’Huez
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Ski touring
Ski touring for all abilities, with experienced guides, in a friendly and safe environment
Discover the freedom of ski touring and explore the quieter side of Alpe d’Huez, where wide-open landscapes, peaceful summits and fresh air set the tone. With friendly, uncompetitive groups and routes for every level, you can take things at your own pace and enjoy the mountains in a whole new way.
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Biathlon activity
Biathlon group activity for 3-6 people
Step away from the bustle of the ski slopes and try your hand at biathlon, a brilliant winter adventure that mixes cross-country skiing with precision rifle shooting. It is an exciting blend of endurance and focus, and it suits mixed groups beautifully. With adapted equipment and clear guidance, it is accessible to absolute beginners as well as those keen to push themselves a little.
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Kids' snow camp & ski Lessons
Childcare from two and a half years, kids' club activities and ski lessons in Alpe d'Huez
Children as young as two and a half can enjoy a magical introduction to the snow with their Kids’ Snow Camp and ski lessons. Located in the Bergers district, the bright and colourful “Chalet des Enfants” provides a safe and welcoming space where little ones can play, explore, and make friends, both indoors and outdoors. Activities include games, songs, sledging, and much more, keeping children entertained throughout the day.
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Family activities
Family fun and friendly competition on snow
Discover a brilliant line-up of family activities in Alpe d’Huez, perfect for bringing everyone together on the snow. Whether your crew loves a challenge, prefers shared adventures or wants to try something completely new, there is an experience for every age and level.
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Snowshoe walks
Private snowshoe walks for friends and family
Strap on your snowshoes and explore the winter trails of Alpe d’Huez with a qualified instructor, discovering the mountains at a slower pace and in complete tranquillity. Snowshoe walks are suitable for all ages and require only a basic level of fitness, making them perfect for families, mixed groups, or anyone looking for a peaceful winter escape. Each outing is rated by difficulty, allowing you to choose the walk that best suits your group.
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Winter and Summer Paragliding
25min paragliding flight from the top of the slopes in Alpe d'Huez
You'll be sure to enjoy some amazing views and an experience like no other!
Restaurants nearby
Restaurants & Dining in Alpe d’Huez
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La Folie Douce Petite Cuisine Restaurant
Great value effecient self-service restaurant right in the heart of slopes
This great value self-service restaurant adjoins the Folice Douce and is situated at the top of the Marmottes lift.
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L'Authentique Restaurant
Italian and local French specialities to enjoy on the sun terrace or cosy interior
Dine in or on the sun terrace, and choose from a selection of Italian and local French dishes like their "Tartiflette Valdotaine" or the "Lasagne au Reblochon".
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Chalet du Pèr'Sillé Restaurant
Restaurant in one of the oldest barns in Alpe d'Huez serving dishes cooked over embers
Cosy and traditional restaurant with a typical mountain atmosphere. You'll enjoy the simple, local family-style dining, cooked in the restaurants signature style.
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La Cremaillere Restaurant 
La Cremaillere Restaurant
Enjoy any number of delights from a wood fired oven at this traditional and charming spot
Just on the outskirts of the centre of Alpe d'Huez this restaurant has traditional charm, with a wood fired oven and seating for up to about 40 people.
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Au Dahu Grillé Restaurant
Homely and friendly small bar and restaurant with a sunny terrace to relax on
French run restaurant and bar with a nice terrace to sit out in the sun.
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La Ferme d'Hubert Restaurant
Fine dining restaurant with a chic lounge and terrace at the Hotel Grandes Rousses
Situated within the Grandes Rousses Hotel & Spa in Alpe d’Huez, La Ferme d’Hubert offers a dining experience that evolves throughout the day, blending authenticity with modern Alpine cuisine.
Nightlife nearby
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La Folie Douce
La Folie Douce Alpe d'Huez is the place to be for great après-ski
High above the slopes of Alpe d’Huez, La Folie Douce turns après-ski into a spectacular celebration of music, dance, and mountain spirit.
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Au Dahu Grillé Restaurant
Homely and friendly small bar and restaurant with a sunny terrace to relax on
French run restaurant and bar with a nice terrace to sit out in the sun.
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Smithy's Tavern
Tex Mex steakhouse with a great bar, great atmosphere and live music
Smithy’s Bar is a true Alpe d’Huez classic - a lively spot that promises great food, great music, and great company. Whether you’re here on a family holiday and need food the kids will love, catching that must-see sports event, or planning dinner for two or thirty, Smithy’s can do it all. The menu is packed with crowd-pleasing favourites, while the bar serves up delicious cocktails, crafty beers, and good vibes from the first sip.
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Prosneige Bar Cafe
Concept snack-bar, ski rental shop and ski school at the foot of the pistes
Nestled right on the slopes, Prosneige Bar Café offers a unique ski-side experience in Alpe d'Huez. Perfect for families, friends, and solo skiers alike, it’s the ideal spot to take a break, refuel, and soak up the alpine atmosphere.
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Caves de l'Alpe Nightclub
Late night club choice for anyone wanting to dance all night with no entry fee
There is no cover charge to get in here regardless of when you rock up.
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The Underground Bar
This lively bar in the heart of the resort is a well established favourite with everyone
Underground Bar is the ultimate live music venue in Alpe d’Huez, offering a vibrant après-ski atmosphere that keeps the energy flowing long after the slopes close. From four o’clock in the afternoon, the bar comes alive with music, drinks promotions, and a lively crowd, making it the perfect spot to unwind with friends or enjoy a laid-back evening in town.
Sights nearby
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Notre Dame des Neiges Church
Church with 13 stained glass windows
This church's architecture, stained glass windows and organ are great works of art. Come to see them! The church is open every day. The museum of Huez and Oisansalso organises free visit once weekly all year round (rendezvous on the church square).
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Espace Patrimone
Cultural museum of miners in the village of Alpe d'Huez
This museum showcases the lives, tools and exploits of miners between the 12th to 14th centuries.
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Brandes Archaeological Site
Medieval archaeological site and ruins
The highest medieval village in Europe (XII-XIV) related to the operation of a silver mine.
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Maison du Bouquetin, Allemont
The house of the ibex
The ibex, a typical animal of the Alps fauna which was on the brink of extinction at the end of the 19th century, is now being reintroduced in different parts of the Alps.
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Bourg d'Oisans Museum
Museum of minerals and fauna of the Alps
Located in the attic of the church of Bourg d'Oisans and is accessed by a building to the left of the church.
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EDF Hydroelectric Museum
From water to electricity, a museum on how hydroelectric power works
This museum houses permanent and temporary exhibitions about the production of electricity in the valley.
Towns nearby
Towns & Villages in Alpe d'Huez
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Alpe d'Huez 
Alpe d'Huez
The central part of the resort where you'll find the most going on
Set at around 1,800m at the top of the world-famous Tour de France climb of the 21 bends, Alpe d’Huez is a large south-facing, purpose-built resort with a fantastic record for both snow and sunshine. Often sitting above the clouds, Alpe d’Huez is referred to by the locals as “Ile du Soleil” or “Island in the Sun”.
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Oz en Oisans 
Oz en Oisans
A smaller, purpose-built north facing resort accessible by lifts
The ski station of Oz en Oisans is a small, purpose-built, primarily north-facing resort set at 1,650m, above the tiny village of Oz. Built around the two main lifts serving Oz, the town centre consists of several purpose-built apartment blocks and chalets.
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Vaujany 
Vaujany
A pretty Alpine style town accessible by lifts from Alpe d'Huez centre
Vaujany is a charming alpine village set at 1,250m with stunning views and a blend of traditional and modern Alpine architecture. Connected to the Grande Domaine ski area by the Vaujany-Alpette cable car, it offers chalets, hotels and apartments close to lifts and village facilities. Ideal for those seeking a peaceful base with a few good restaurants and bars, while the nearby town of Bourg d’Oisans provides all the essentials just a short drive away.
