Where to Stay in Alpe d'Huez

Chalets in Alpe d’Huez offer the perfect mountain retreat, from traditional Savoyard farmhouses to sleek modern Alpine homes. You can choose fully catered options with meals and cleaning, often rented by the room, ideal for a hassle-free stay, or self-catered chalets where you have the whole place to yourself and more flexibility with meals. Many include extras like welcome packs or shopping deliveries. Whatever your style or group size, there’s a chalet to suit your winter or summer holiday.

Apartments in Alpe d’Huez are a great choice if you want self-catered accommodation for your winter or summer holiday. From simple studios to spacious luxury properties with top facilities, there’s something for all group sizes and budgets. Most are self-catered, giving you flexibility and a more affordable option than catered chalets. Extras can include WiFi, ski-to-door access or boot warmers, and some high-end apartments offer concierge services, equipment hire or private chefs. Booking early is recommended.

Alpe d’Huez has a good range of hotels to suit all visitors, from luxury stays to family-friendly or budget options. Most are in the main resort near nightlife and restaurants, while quieter spots are available in nearby villages. Hotels offer flexible dates and extra services like restaurants, spas, pools, gyms, childcare and ski hire, making them ideal if you want convenience. Many are family-run or small aparthotels, perfect for short stays or groups.

There are no campsites in Alpe d’Huez itself, but a few can be found in Bourg d’Oisans on the road up to the resort, many offering facilities like swimming pools and snack bars. For motorhomes, the resort has well-equipped areas or ‘aires de camping-car’ including Brandes car park in the Bergers quarter and near the Altiport. These provide toilets, waste disposal, electricity and water, with access via the underground car park in Les Bergers.

Mountain huts and refuges around Alpe d’Huez offer a fantastic way to experience the mountains up close, whether you’re skiing in winter or hiking in summer. These cosy spots are scattered across the ski area and high up in the hills, providing a welcome break with hearty food and stunning views. 

Many are accessible from the pistes or marked trails, making them perfect for a pit stop or an overnight stay if you want to soak up the Alpine atmosphere. They’re ideal for those who enjoy authentic mountain experiences and a chance to relax away from the resort buzz.

If you’re after luxury accommodation in Alpe d’Huez, you’re spoilt for choice. The town centre is home to plenty of high-end chalets and apartments, ranging from residences with spas, indoor pools and saunas to spacious chalets with stunning floor-to-ceiling windows. You’ll also find a couple of five-star hotels nearby, offering true ski-in ski-out access, gourmet dining, relaxing spas and all the extra touches that mean you might never want to leave.

If you’re travelling with kids, staying somewhere with plenty of facilities close by makes life a lot easier — no one wants to trek far in ski boots. Alpe d’Huez is a top choice for families since most ski schools are here, especially around Bergers and Cognet near the nursery slopes. For a mix of fun beyond skiing, the Quartier des Jeux in the town centre is great with its sports centre, ice rink and outdoor pool. If you prefer somewhere smaller, Auris en Oisans is a lovely option with lots of family-friendly activities and easy access to lifts and local facilities.

If you’re looking for budget-friendly accommodation in Alpe d’Huez, you’ll find plenty of affordable apartments and a few two-star family-run hotels scattered around the resort. Staying a little further out in nearby villages like Oz en Oisans, Vaujany or Villard Reculas can save you some money without missing out on charm or easy lift access. Alpe d’Huez is known for offering great value compared to other Alpine resorts, so it’s popular with those after more bang for their buck. Just be sure to book early, especially if you want to try the local hostel or cosy chalets at lower prices.

If ski-in ski-out is what you’re after, Alpe d’Huez has plenty to offer. The best spots for ski-to-door accommodation are around Les Bergers and the Rond Point des Pistes in the Cognet quarter, where chalets, apartments and hotels give you direct slope access. Ski-to-door places are in high demand and often pricier than those a little further away, so it’s wise to book early. Nearby villages like Oz en Oisans, Vaujany, Auris en Oisans and Villard Reculas also have chalets right by the lifts if you want to stay close to the action.

You’ll want to stay as close to Alpe d'Huez as possible. There are a few bars in the other areas, but most of the après-ski action is in town itself.

Alpe d’Huez is the main resort in the valley, with the best choice of accommodation, bars and restaurants and excellent access to the slopes. If you prefer something quieter, there are a number of smaller villages nearby, all linked to the ski area. Oz en Oisans is a purpose-built ski station above the traditional village of Oz, while Vaujany is a charming mountain town just along from Oz, offering a peaceful base with lift connections to the pistes.