Hotel Cristal Lodge
Hotel Cristal Lodge
Hotel Cristal Lodge is in a beautiful, quiet location, yet you will have everything at your fingertips. The nearest ski lift is close to the hotel, as is the atmospheric and picturesque centre of Chantemerle. At the end of your day of skiing, you can descend one of the most beautiful pistes in France, the Olympique-Luc-Alphand, to join the après-ski fun or have some delicious raclette.
After a long day out in the open air, you can completely relax in your comfortable and modern room and enjoy a warm bath or shower. Fancy a nightcap? Then head down to the lobby and cosy up next to the crackling fire.
Room types
3-persons room type A
for 3 persons
- surface approx. 22m²
- 1 x single bed
- 1 double bed
- balcony
- television (flat screen)
4-persons room type A
for 4 persons
- surface approx. 44m²
- 2 x single bed
- 1x twin bed
- no balcony or terrace
- bathroom(s): 2 bathrooms
- bathroom 1: bath, toilet
- bathroom 2: shower, toilet
Double room type A
for 2 persons
- surface approx. 22m²
- 1 double bed
- no balcony or terrace
Double room type B
for 2 persons
- surface approx. 22m²
- 1 double bed
- balcony
- television (flat screen)
- bathroom(s): 1 bathroom
- bathroom 1: bath or shower, sink, toilet
Board basis
Room only
Location and surroundings
Distance to centre: approx. 300 metres
Distance to ski lift approx. 300 metres
Facilities
General Information
- Official classification: 3 stars
- breakfast area
- parking
- wireless internet available in the room: (free of charge)
- linen package (bed linen and bath towels): (included in the package price)
- final cleaning (kitchen excl.): (included in the package price)
Mandatory additional costs
- tourist tax: (to be paid at resort, obligated)
Spa facilities
- spa with:
- hamam
- hot tub
- sauna
Sports facilities
- play room
Chantemerle
Chantemerle is a lively French village with a famous black Olympic run aptly named the "Olympique". This descent was made famous by the pride of Serre Chevalier Vallée: Luc Alphand. On the edge of the piste you will also find a hotel with the same name: Luc Alphand, the French world champion alpine skier.
The beautiful wide pistes lead to numerous lively bars and further into the village you will find traditional restaurants where you can enjoy a raclette or cheese fondue. Setting out from here you can choose your mode of transport: there is a chair lift, a big cable car and an "egg lift".
The ski resort of Chantemerle is perfect for skiers and snowboarders at every level of experience. The less advanced skier can practice on the wide pistes at the middle station while advanced skiers and snowboarders can easily access the longer more challenging pistes of Villeneuve and Monêtiers via the pistes of Chantemerle.
The beautiful wide pistes lead to numerous lively bars and further into the village you will find traditional restaurants where you can enjoy a raclette or cheese fondue. Setting out from here you can choose your mode of transport: there is a chair lift, a big cable car and an "egg lift".
The ski resort of Chantemerle is perfect for skiers and snowboarders at every level of experience. The less advanced skier can practice on the wide pistes at the middle station while advanced skiers and snowboarders can easily access the longer more challenging pistes of Villeneuve and Monêtiers via the pistes of Chantemerle.
Chantemerle
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Serre Chevalier Vallée
Skiing in Serre Chevalier Vallée
The ski area of Serre Chevalier Vallée in France has only gained in popularity in recent years, and we can understand why. This ski area has 250km of slopes to discover and 65 ski lifts, taking you from peak to peak with ease. To make sure that there is always plenty of snow regardless of the snow forecast, there are strategically placed snow cannons on 80km of its slopes. Every year, Serre Chevalier invests into new lifts and faster connections. The highest point of in the area is at Telesiege Yret, 2800 metres above sea level. One special characteristic of this ski area is that its tree line is at 2150 metres, so you can enjoy stunning forest scenery on most of its slopes. Cross-country skiers will also have approx. 40km of track to explore. The north side of the area offers a large variety of activities and magnificent scenery. There is even 20km of snowshoeing trails to discover for those who enjoy hiking. Your ski pass will be included if you book through Sunweb, so you can save money and ski without limits.
Resorts in Serre Chevalier
The Serre Chevalier Vallée consists of several authentic alpine villages, including Briancon, Chantemerle, Monêtiers-Les-Bains, and Villeneuve. Briancon is located at the foot of the slopes and is a traditional village known for its art and its history. Chantemerle, also known as Serre-Chevalier 1350, is situated in between Briancon and Villeneuve. It is a cosy ski village with a large town square and several shops and bars. Villeneuve, or Serre-Chevalier 1400, is in a central location in Serre Chevalier and is another beautiful, historic village. Last but certainly not least, Le Monêtier-les-Bains (Serre-Chevalier 1500) has more of a rural feel in comparison to the other villages and is known for its hot springs. Serre Chevalier boarders the Ecrin National Park, giving you access to stunning hiking trails, spectacular scenery, and a varied ski area.
Sunweb offers a range of accommodation in Serre Chevalier, whether you’re looking for an all-inclusive hotel or a self-catering apartment. There are plenty of ski-in, ski-out accommodations in Serre Chevalier, so you will never be too far away from the slopes.
Location and surroundings
Distance to centre: approx. 300 metres
Distance to ski lift approx. 300 metres
Practical information
Capital:
The capital of France is Paris
Time:
France is one hour ahead of the UK (GMT+1).
Language:
The official language is French.
Money:
The euro (€) is the official currency of France
Emergency number:
The local emergency number is 112.
Service charge (tip) in restaurants and bars :
It is not likely that the service charger will be added to the bill automatically. If you are pleased with the service you can round off or leave a tip of 10%.
Power:
The voltage is 220 and the socket is different compared to the general UK sockets. You can buy an European adapter in most airports and supermarkets.
Mobile:
A UK mobile phone should work in France. The setup for this may differ per provider, so it is best to inquire about this before hand.
Safety on the slopes:
In France, wearing a helmet is not mandatory but recommended (especially for children). In ski classes (for all ages), it is often compulsory.
Travel documents:
You must be in possession of a valid passport in order to travel to France.
Food and Drinks:
Cheese, croissants, baguettes and wine! It is possible to drink tap water.
Opening hours:
As a general rule, the shops are open on Monday/Friday from 09:00 to 19:00. However, some shops may close over lunchtime. On Sunday and Monday, a selection of shops are closed. Some supermarkets are open on Sunday mornings.
Public Holidays:
Christmas Day: 25 December, 2014 (Thursday)
Boxing Day: 26 December, 2014 (Friday)
New Year’s Day: 1 January, 2015 (Thursday)
Good Friday: 3 April, 2015
Easter Sunday: 5 April, 2015
Easter Monday: 6 April, 2015
Travelling by car:
Most motorways in France require you to pay a toll fee. The Pas Piccolo San Bernardo is closed the whole winter (November - June). Always check the locat weather reports before departing.
In some cities and towns it is obligaroty to have a "environmentsl sticker". It is not possible to buy these stickers en route. You will have to order them online before you leave home. French authorities advise you to print out the form and the confirmation of the sticker if it does not arrive at your home in time. You can find the form on:
https://www.certificat-air.gouv.fr/en/demande-ext/cgu
Hotel Cristal Lodge
Flight information
You will fly into Torino Airport (TRN). Flight times can be seen during the booking process, based on your choice of regional airport.
Transfer
In the booking steps it is possible to book a transfer. If you book a transfer via Sunweb, it will be a shared transfer to and from the resort. The average transfer time to Chantemerle is approximately 2 hours. For additional information about the transfer, click here.
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Lift pass, lessons and ski/board hire
A Serre Chevalier Vallée ski pass is included in the holiday price.
You can see the surcharges and discounts for extending your ski pass or no ski pass in step 1 (preferences) of the booking process. If a child or senior discount applies, this will be shown in step 2 (price overview). Would you like to know which ski pass is included in your travel time? View our FAQ here .
The ski pass for children up to 5 years old is free. Children from 6 to 11 years old, and seniors from 65 to 74 years old, will receive a discount on the ski pass. These discounts can be found in the calculation of your travel sum. Identification is required when collecting the ski pass.
Any surcharges and discounts are only valid upon booking. Other rates are applied locally. It is not possible to redeem the ski pass on another day onsite. An extension of the ski pass can often be booked as an extra; you will find the price for this further into the booking steps. The discount for “no ski pass” can also be found in the booking process.
You can specify ski and snowboard rental directly when booking. Check out our FAQ for more information about equipment rental.
The following equipment can be booked:
Bronze
This equipment is ideal for beginners and intermediate skiers and snowboarders. The equipment is particularly agile, so it makes turning and braking easy. Parallel skiing is also possible with these skis.
Silver
This is ideal equipment for intermediate skiers and snowboarders. The equipment is agile, but also suitable for cutting corners sharply. Even at high speeds, these skis provide great performance.
Gold
These skis and snowboards are made of high quality material, and are perfect for experienced skiers. This comfortable equipment is suitable on all track types and snow conditions.
Diamond
These are high performance skis and snowboards with the latest technology, and are suitable for the most experienced skiers.
TIP:
Tell our rental partner your exact requirements (e.g. off-piste skiing) so that they can help you select the right equipment.
Lessons can be specified directly when booking. See our FAQ for more information about classes.
When booking ski lessons, you will be asked for your level of experience:
Beginners: Only opt for beginners lessons if you have never skied before.
Average: Can you already brake/make a turn? Then choose average and beginners.
Advanced: Can you already ski, but you want to develop your technique further? Then choose advanced.
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