Hôtel Chris-tal

Property class: 3
Les Houches ski-in/ski-out hotel with ski storage and indoor pool

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Hôtel Chris-tal allows you more time for skiing with ski-in/ski-out access. Guests can indulge in massages and enjoy Regional cuisine at LA DENT DU GEANT, which is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights at this Art Deco hotel include an indoor pool, an outdoor pool, and a bar/lounge. Ski storage is also available.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Airport transfer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Indoor pool and outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Ski storage
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Sauna
  • Room service
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Airport shuttle
  • Terrace

Feel at home (6)

  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Elevator

Room options

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A cozy living room with a wooden dining table, a television mounted on the wall, and a kitchen area visible through an open doorway.

Standard Quadruple Room, Kitchen

  • Mountain view
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a window with a view of a house and trees, and a radiator.

Standard Double Room, Kitchen

  • Mountain view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A terrace with a table and chairs overlooking a mountainous landscape.

Standard Quadruple Room (Balcon)

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a window with a view of a house and trees, and a radiator.

Standard Double or Twin Room

  • Mountain view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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A bedroom with a bed, a chair, a window with a view of a house and trees, and a radiator.

Standard Triple Room

  • Mountain view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

View all photos for Standard Room (Economy 2 pers)

A cozy room with a large bed, a chair, a small table, and a window with curtains.

Standard Room (Economy 2 pers)

  • Mountain view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A cozy room with a large bed, a chair, a small table, and a window with curtains.

Superior Quadruple Room, Kitchen

  • Mountain view
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
242 Avenue des Alpages, Les Houches, Haute-Savoie, 74310

What's nearby

  • Tour du Mont Blanc - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Bellevue Cable Car - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Les Houches Ski Resort - 3 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Coupe du Monde Ski Lift - 3 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Aiguille du Midi Cable Car - 10 min drive - 6.7 km

Getting around

  • Saint-Exupery Airport (LYS) - 122 min drive
  • Grenoble (GNB-Grenoble - Isere) - 125 min drive
  • Viaduc Sainte-Marie Station - 2 min drive
  • Les Houches Station - 8 min walk
  • Taconnaz Station - 25 min walk
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Annapurna2 Grill N' Curry - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Annapurna Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Casa Nonna - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Buvette des Gaillands - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Beer O'clock - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Hôtel Chris-tal

  • Hôtel Chris-tal allows you more time for skiing with ski-in/ski-out access. Guests can indulge in massages and enjoy Regional cuisine at LA DENT DU GEANT, which is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other highlights at this Art Deco hotel include an indoor pool, an outdoor pool, and a bar/lounge. Ski storage is also available.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 23 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-in available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 16
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (8 AM - 11:30 AM) and Monday - Sunday (1 PM - 9:30 PM)
    • Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 9:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 16

Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 1 total, up to 132 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • WiFi in rooms*

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site

Transfers

    • Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–10 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Tennis
  • Pool table
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Rafting nearby

Working away

  • Meeting room

Services

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Bike storage
  • Ski storage

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1968
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • An outdoor pool
  • An indoor pool
  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle parking
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Sauna
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Uses some LED lighting
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Art Deco architecture

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Ski

  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • Ski storage
  • Ski lifts nearby
  • Ski runs nearby
  • Downhill skiing nearby
  • Ski lessons nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby
  • Snowshoeing nearby

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Down comforter
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Towels

Stay connected

  • WiFi (surcharge)

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only
  • Mobile key entry

Special features

Dining

LA DENT DU GEANT - This poolside restaurant specializes in Regional cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Reservations are required. Open select days.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • 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.

Optional extras

  • WiFi is available in guestrooms for an extra charge
  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 11 for adults and EUR 7 for children
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 6 per pet, per day

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
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.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.

Property class

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

Also known as

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Chris-tal Les Houches
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Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Hôtel Chris-tal?

Yes, there's an indoor pool and an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Hôtel Chris-tal?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total and maximum weight of 132 lbs per pet. There's a charge of EUR 6 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

Is parking offered on site at Hôtel Chris-tal?

Yes, there's free self parking. Electric vehicle charging is available.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Hôtel Chris-tal?

Yes, an airport shuttle is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Hôtel Chris-tal?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-in and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Hôtel Chris-tal?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Le Royal Chamonix (8-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Hôtel Chris-tal and nearby?

Practice your swing on the tennis courts. Enjoy a swim in the indoor and outdoor pools after a day out and about. Hôtel Chris-tal also has a sauna and an arcade, as well as a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Hôtel Chris-tal?

Yes, LA DENT DU GEANT offers Regional cuisine, pool views, and poolside dining.

What's the area around Hôtel Chris-tal like?

Hôtel Chris-tal is a short 8-minute walk from Les Houches Station and 16 minutes' walk from Bellevue Cable Car.

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Reviews

Hôtel Chris-tal Reviews

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8.6

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

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Staff & service

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Property conditions & facilities

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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful Hotel

This is a lovely hotel. The rooms are spacious, comfortable and very clean - cleaned every day by their wonderful team. Really good breakfast. Great location - 1 minute walk to the bus stop or 10 minute walk to the shops/restaurants. Convenient boot room for ski storage and a wonderful swimming pool. The staff cannot do enough for you - so friendly and helpful. We have stayed here 3 times now and would highly recommend The Chris-Tal.
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8/10 Very good

Très bon séjour

Personnel à l’écoute et très aimable et serviable
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10/10 Exceptional

J aurais aimé rester plus longtemps!

Une courte nuit car arrivés très tard mais ayant averti l hôtel qui nous a donné toutes les consignes pour entrer . L accueil au petit déjeuner est très chaleureux , la chambre grande jolie confortable propre et avec balcon. Une piscine attend les nageurs ! Je garde cette adresse et la recommande
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4/10 Fair

ACCEUIL PEU AGREABLE ET TOUT LE RESTE A LA HAUTEUR DE L'ACCEUIL
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10/10 Exceptional

Contactless check in is great. Two balconies with beautiful views!
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8/10 Very good

Excellent

Nous avons passé un week-end excellent. Un accueil professionnel avec un service tres correct. Personnels a l'écoute. Salle de jeux pour les enfants. Nous avons également pu profiter de la piscine entre nous en privatisant. Franchement tres bon moment passé dans cet établissement.
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8/10 Very good

Bon confort prés de la gare

Bon hôtel d etape proche de la gare
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10/10 Exceptional

Sejour parfait

Excellent emplacement. Hôtel parfait pour des vacances de ski en famille. Excellent rapport qualité/ prix
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent stay at the Cris-tal. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Cannot understand reviews that refer to poor welcome, it was excellent. Breakfast was very good value, had better but for price it was very good. Bar area very pleadant. Loved the location in Les Houches..
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8/10 Very good

pourquoi pas y revenir...

Nous avions juste besoin d'un endroit pour dormir une nuit, cela correspondait à nos attentes sans grand luxe
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8/10 Very good

Posizione perfetta x raggiungere le piste, o visitare semplicemente Chamonix. Camera quadrupla standard abbastanza confortevole, bellissima vista sulle montagne, terrazza con poltroncine. Angolo cottura attrezzato, anche con lavastoviglie, ma stoviglie un po' datate. Massima pulizia ovunque. Sala giochi utile per rilassarsi la sera. Presente anche piccolo parcheggio al chiuso, a pagamento. Fermata bus, supermarket e pista per principianti praticamente davanti all'Hotel. Nel complesso, molto soddisfatti.
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6/10 Good

good

일단 직원들이 엄청 친절하구 샤모니에서 1번 버스 타면 거의 바로 호텔 앞에서 내릴수 있어요. 샤모니 시내에서 멀지만 교통이 아주 편리해요.
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8/10 Very good

Un buen alojamiento para disfrutar del Valle

Una experiencia muy buena. El alojamiento ideal para visitar el Valle. Con la targeta de huesped transporte gratuito. La habitación excelente con una vista impresionante de las montañas. Dos terrazas y bien insonorizada,con persianas Parking en el hotel perfecto y desayuno correcto aunque un poco caro. Wifi regular.
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8/10 Very good

Vérifier climatisation et taille parking gratuit

Nous avions réservé une "chambre standard double ou avec lit jumeaux" indiquée comme possédant une "Climatisation réglable dans la chambre", ce derniere critère étant celui qui avait déterminé notre choix pour cet hôtel. En ce debut juillet, il faisait très chaud (même aux Houches) et la chambre, (au dernier étage) orientée à l'ouest avait nettement bénéficié des derniers rayons du soleil. Au moment de se coucher nous avons réalisé qu'il n'y avait pas de climatisation. On nous avait d'ailleurs attribué une chambre avec cuisine et après verification sur le site hotels.com, ces chambres ont aussi une climatisation. Nous avons donc ouvert la fenêtre (l'air devient vite frais la nuit à 1000m), mais le bruit de l'autoroute qui est à peine audible avec les fenêtres fermées, devient insupportable une fois qu'elles sont ouvertes. Au sujet du parking, nous nous sommes garés devant le restaurant de l'hôtel et il semble être le seul parking gratuit disponible (quelques places). L'hotel indique d'ailleurs la possibilité d'utiliser un parking couvert payant sur une affiche à la reception. Donc, verifier l'existence de la climatisation et de la taille du parking gratuit. Par ailleurs cet hôtel est très correct, l'accueil bien que bref, a été cordial, et il est bien situé hors de la foule de Chamonix.
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6/10 Good

Not bad but not top of my list to revisit.

Room was ok but smelled musty and outdated. Not much to do in the town.
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10/10 Exceptional

No issues staying at this hotel. Staff helpful. Didn't make any use of the hotel amenities as we were out most of the time.
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8/10 Very good

Tout nous a convenu sauf le lit en 140. En général dans les hôtels ce sont plutôt des lits de 160/180
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8/10 Very good

Pleasant hotel in Les Hooches

We booked the hotel as we were looking to be near beginners ski area. As it turned out we landed right on the doorstep of everything we needed. Ski and boot hire next door and beginners slope pretty much opposite the hotel with a €12 charge for use of the 2 lifts. Excellent for kids and beginners. A free bus runs every 30 mins to Chamonix which takes about 15 minutes. Hotel and staff were pleasant. Swimming pool small but nice and informal. Sauna also available but we didn’t get chance to use it unfortunately. Breakfast was pretty standard with the normal continental style available for €11. I would definitely use this hotel again if I return to the area.
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent experience staying at this hotel,really close to ski rental shop and leaner slope for novices
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8/10 Very good

Good value hotel

One has to prepare for thw French attitude and it takes some time to convince the staff speaking English. That being said they helped me getting to my next destination since there were no taxies and were in general very kind. The rooms were older but charming with everything you need and quite large with a little balcony.
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8/10 Very good

Excellent holiday but French are getting to greedy

Good location been here before in February, since then the lift passes for a family have gone up £100, drinks are £9 a beer, on the mountain burger and chips is £25, a plate of chips £12, a beer £11, got to expensive will not be coming back and other people I spoke to said the same. Excellent holiday its a shame the French are getting to greedy.
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10/10 Exceptional

On the TMB.... it was a great night of sleep and recooperation.
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6/10 Good

Reasonable option if you have no better choice

A reasonable, middle-of-the-road establishment with sauna and small pool. My economy single was in the basement, and the shared facilities through several doors near and in the sauna on the same level. Reception could have been warmer and more informative (but then I was not important because I had only a cheap single room).
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8/10 Very good

Agradable

Good place to stay, really close to Chamonix.
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8/10 Very good

sympathique hôtel!

+ : chambre confortable et propre, balcon avec vue sur la montagne, restaurant et bar dans l'hôtel, service attentionné, petit-déjeuner copieux - : salle de bains basique, proximité de l'autoroute