The Auberge du Manoir is a mid-priced Chamonix hotel with a reputation for hospitality, and it is a particularly smart choice for travellers who plan to spend their days on the mountain. It is classed in the three category, guests rate it very highly, and it manages to offer a full spa and ski equipment storage, two features that are usually found at higher price points. The location is in the centre of Chamonix, on the side of town toward the Aiguille du Midi and the Planards adventure park, which is within walking distance. That puts you close to the cable car that carries visitors to the most famous viewpoint in the valley, and close to the trails and playgrounds of the Planards area, which also appeals to families. Rooms are comfortable, practical and aimed at active guests who want a warm bed, a hot spa and a good breakfast rather than a lot of decoration. It is the sort of friendly inn where the staff can help with local advice on weather, lifts and trails.
Location and getting around
The hotel is within easy reach of the Aiguille du Midi cable car and the heart of Chamonix, and the valley bus stops nearby for the other ski areas and trailheads. Many guests walk to dinner in the centre and take the bus to the slopes.
The Mont Blanc Express train and the Montenvers train are a short ride away, and Geneva airport is about an hour and a quarter by road with regular shuttles. If you arrive by car, ask about parking, because spaces in the centre are limited and sometimes charged.
The rooms and what to know
Expect straightforward, comfortable rooms, with a variety of layouts for couples, friends and small families. Ski storage means you can leave boots and skis out of your room, and the spa is a welcome bonus after a long day. Breakfast is generally an extra, and policies change by season, so confirm what is included.
In the busiest weeks around Christmas, February and the summer peak, rooms go quickly. In late autumn and spring, check whether the hotel and the lifts are operating on their usual schedule, because a number of Chamonix businesses pause between seasons.
Who it suits
Skiers, snowboarders, hikers and climbers on a sensible budget, couples looking for a spa without a luxury price, and families who want to be near the Planards adventure park. It is not a palace or a design hotel, and that is part of its appeal: you pay for location, warmth and hospitality.
If you want a rooftop view and a gourmet dinner, look at the larger four-category hotels, but for a friendly mid-range base with a spa and ski storage on the Aiguille du Midi side of town, the Auberge du Manoir is hard to beat. Book early for peak weeks and check cancellation terms.
Why stay here
- ✓Full spa
- ✓Ski equipment storage
- ✓Walk to the Planards adventure park
- ✓Near the Aiguille du Midi cable car
- ✓Centre of Chamonix
- ✓Friendly inn atmosphere
- ✓Rooms for couples and families
- ✓Breakfast available
Good questions
Where is the Auberge du Manoir?+
It is in the centre of Chamonix, on the side of town toward the Aiguille du Midi cable car and the Planards adventure park.
Does it have a spa and ski storage?+
Yes, it has a full spa and storage for ski equipment. Check opening times when you book.
Is it good for families?+
Yes, the Planards adventure park is within walking distance and the rooms suit couples and small families. Ask about room layouts when you book.
