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Hôtel de l'Arve by HappyCulture

3.0 star property
Family-friendly ski hotel with bar/lounge

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Exterior
Front of property
Reception
1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds
32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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60 impasse des Anémones, Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, Haute-Savoie, 74400
  • Place, Brevent-Flegere Ski Area
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Centre Commercial Alpina
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Chamonix Church
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sion (SIR)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 570 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 732 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV

Family Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

  • 1130 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 7
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Large Twin Bed

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Family Double or Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds OR 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Double or Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(29 reviews)
  • 140 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Superior Double or Twin Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 172 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Chamonix-Mont-Blanc

Located in Chamonix City Centre, Hôtel de l'Arve by HappyCulture is next to Le Brevent Cable Car and Centre Commercial Alpina. This 3-star hotel has 37 guestrooms and offers conveniences like a bar/lounge, free in-room WiFi, and a gym.

What's nearby

  • Brevent-Flegere Ski Area - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Centre Commercial Alpina - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Le Brevent Cable Car - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Chamonix Church - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Chamonix - Planpraz Ski Lift - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Chamonix-Mont-Blanc (XCF-Chamonix-Mont-Blanc Train Station) - 7 min walk
  • Bellevue Tramway Station - 36 min drive
  • Sion (SIR) - 80 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪L’Apres Ski - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Café Tartines. - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cool Cats - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Satsuki - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Irish Coffee - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Hôtel de l'Arve by HappyCulture

Family-friendly ski hotel with bar/lounge
Hôtel de l'Arve by HappyCulture offers a gym, a sauna, and free WiFi in public areas. You can take advantage of limited parking, along with a free area shuttle. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist with luggage storage, concierge services, and securing valuables. Other amenities at this ski hotel include free use of bicycles, a computer station, and an arcade/game room.
32-inch flat-screen TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Phones are also available.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a sauna, a fitness center, and complimentary bicycles.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free area shuttle
  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 12 for adults and EUR 6 for children
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Gym
  • Library
  • Rock climbing
  • Sauna
  • Ski passes
  • Ski storage

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Free area shuttle
  • In-room crib

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a regional park
  • In the mountains
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 AM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between November 3 and December 6.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for free
  • 1 total pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 1.70 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 18 years of age.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

The listed breakage deposit applies only to apartment bookings, payable via credit card via pre-authorization. The deposit is refundable via credit card within 1 day after check-out, pending room inspection.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 12 for adults and EUR 6.00 for children

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers limited parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Due to national regulations, cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000 at this property. For additional details, contact the property using the contact information on your booking confirmation.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from the French Tourism Development Agency, ATOUT France.

Property is also known as

de l'Arve
de l'Arve Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
Hotel de l'Arve
Hotel de l'Arve Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
Hotel l'Arve
l'Arve
Hôtel l'Arve Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
Hôtel l'Arve
l'Arve Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
Hôtel de l'Arve
De L'arve By Happyculture
Hôtel de l'Arve by HappyCulture Hotel
Hôtel de l'Arve by HappyCulture Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
Hôtel de l'Arve by HappyCulture Hotel Chamonix-Mont-Blanc

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Hôtel de l'Arve by HappyCulture ?

Hôtel de l'Arve by HappyCulture provides free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do within easy reach of Hôtel de l'Arve by HappyCulture ?

This hotel is situated in Chamonix City Centre, just steps from Le Brevent Cable Car and Brevent-Flegere Ski Area, and within a short walk of Centre Commercial Alpina. You'll also find Chamonix - Planpraz Ski Lift and Aiguille du Midi Cable Car less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Hôtel de l'Arve by HappyCulture ?

Yes, there is accessible parking available.

Does Hôtel de l'Arve by HappyCulture feature a casino on the premises?

No, Hôtel de l'Arve by HappyCulture doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Hôtel de l'Arve by HappyCulture ?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Hôtel de l'Arve by HappyCulture a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a bar and a sauna plus some guestrooms include mountain views.

Does Hôtel de l'Arve by HappyCulture have a hot tub?

No, but this hotel does have a sauna.

Does Hôtel de l'Arve by HappyCulture have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Hôtel de l'Arve by HappyCulture offers buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Does Hôtel de l'Arve by HappyCulture allow pets to stay free of charge?

Yes, pets stay free at Hôtel de l'Arve by HappyCulture .

Does Hôtel de l'Arve by HappyCulture have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Hôtel de l'Arve by HappyCulture ?

Yes, some guestrooms at Hôtel de l'Arve by HappyCulture offer a balcony and may feature mountain views.

Hôtel de l'Arve by HappyCulture Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 544 out of 834 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 239 out of 834 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 33 out of 834 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 834 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 834 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing hotel

Amazing hotel, lovely 2 bed apartment with super new, high quality finish. Great breakfast, access to free drinks/cake on arrival, nice games room, free parking, garden area next to river, couldn't fault the stay!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location; dilapidated property

The only thing going well for this property is the location and the friendly staff at the front desk. We stayed in Room 35 from June 25-30 2025 and I couldn't wait to leave. - We asked for a higher floor and a fan in the room while making the reservation; both of which were not available. Fan was provided from day 2 after having words with the receptionist on day 1. - The floor in the toilet area was uneven and soft under my feet; I was greatful I didn't fall through! The toilet area had no sink; where am I supposed to wash my hands after? If I am to use the sink in the bathroom, then why bother separating the toilet from the entire bathroom? - There were just 2 electrical outlets in the room; 1 in the bathroom and 1 behind the bedside table which was hard to get to. It was very difficult to charge our devices there. - The tiles in the balcony were shaking under our feet; it was very easy to lose balance and fall there. - The room was tiny ; there was insufficient space to store luggage, the street lights bothered us at night, breakfast was mediocre at best (no warm food; just processed food, bread, real honey and some whole fresh fruit). We came from a fabulous stay at a 3 star hotel in Beckenried, Switzerland. This hotel should not be a 3 star by any stretch of imagination.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved staying here! Loved the sauna & outdoor area. Great location!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a lovely hotel, close to the central area of Chamonix. Breakfast was very good, with many options, including gluten free breads. We very much enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This was a comfortable "budget-friendly" (for Europe in the summer) hotel with a decent location (easily walkable to the train station, stores and restaurants, though further from the Chamonix Sud bus station everything seems to leave from). We had a two bedroom apartment which was clean and roomy. Main issue with the hotel was TOTAL LACK OF CLIMATE CONTROL. I appreciate that the weather was warmer than normal (highs in the 80s), but they really need to invest in some ceiling fans at a minimum, and AC in the bedrooms would be better. Extremely hot at night, windows lacked screens and didn't let in much air, noisy courtyard made for very poor sleeping conditions.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marius

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous! Memorable, great location, exceptional hospitality, and more. Three spacious rooms. We walked through town all the way to the cable car Aiguille du Midi. No need for car. We kept our car in lot at hotel no charge. Breakfast quite delicious and special.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peggi

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Friendly reception both morning and evening
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Marah

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were very outdated. Felt kinda dirty but most likely just old. The staff and shared area was great. I would not stay here again but if you are not looking for luxury it’s fine. I would have preferred a little more comfort.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

jean-luc

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, with a excellent location just at the edge of the pedestrian area. The views from the garden (open to everyone) are amazing. We were staying in a 2 bedroom apartment. The apartments are in a different building. We got the one on top floor that has the best view (on the aiguilles de Chamonix, and aiguilles rouges on the other side,but the view of mont blanc is obstructed). The other apartments didn't seem to have much view, but it doesn't matter as much since you can just go sit in the garden and enjoy the view there. The best part was the service, that was above and beyond, especially from the person that was there in the evening. From what we have seen, the hotel rooms have a bit more character than the apartments (and some a really nice view), but for us the 2 bedroom was a great value as everyone could have their room, and we also a had a kitchen and a washing machine
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hwangjoo

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff, they were super helpful and friendly. It’s old, but it’s comfortable and really affordable!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful staff! We were pleasantly surprised to learn that they offer a variety of coffee-tea and water 24/7. Everyday at 4pm they offer a little dessert like marble cake! Their outdoor space faces the mountain with the river running alongside it. It’s quite lovely and comfortable. Our room had a little balcony. Be sure to ask for a room on the 2nd floor or above facing the mountain. Parking can be tricky as it fills up fast. It’s centrally located with restaurants, shops down the street and the Aiguille du Midi and Montenvers Mer de Glace within 10-15 min walking distance. Our car stayed parked our entire stay as we also used the local bus system. The carpet in the hallway could use updating. The slim stairs from the first floor to the lobby require you to pay attention on the way down. Nice lobby area with plenty of indoor seating as well. We would definitely return!
Outdoor space
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Sanket

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
A rustic hotel with awesome views of Mont Blanc. A hotel with old charm for visitors who came with the sole purpose of skiing back in the days. The amenities were minimal but we liked the experience. The room was spacious for 4 and the beds were comfortable. We didn't bother getting the hotel breakfast as there a couple of good patisseries close by for fraction where you can get breakfast for a fraction of the cost. The hotel had a good patio where we enjoyed or breakfast and scenic views of Mont Blanc. The hotel puts out cookies and treats everyday for guests to enjoy. They had a espresso machine with espresso and hot chocolate. They had a pool table and foosball table in the game room which was nice. Our overall stay was very enjoyable.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Kimberly, powell butte

Traveled with partner
Great location and free parking. Sam at the front desk was wonderful!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Kaitlyn

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
No free parking as advertised. No parking was available and therefore I had to move my vehicle to a parking garage. Hard to drop off bags due to congestion in the area. Room was old. Bathroom door didn’t open all the way. Hot water took forever to warm up.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

james

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amish

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent comfortable stay for family, Nice location, good staff Highly recommended
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liviu

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The stay was great, the room had a little issue as one of the mirrors was broken and it could've been a safety hazard, especially with a little boy around (as we stayed with my 7 year old son in the room). I really appreciated the modern TV and the refillable water option. I think the hotel needs a bit of refurbishment in order to get a 5 star review. All in all a really good stay, location is also grea. I would recommend it.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff great views and nice facilities.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

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