Where to Stay in Tignes

Tignes Le Lac was the first resort built here and is still the main hub for the area as a whole. At 2,100m, it is situated between Tignes' other two big resorts, Val Claret and Lavachet, as well as the main lift connecting to neighbouring Val d’Isère.

Who should stay in Tignes Le Lac?
Tignes Le Lac is a great base for family ski holidays as there are pretty good nursery slopes for the kids here while adults can easily access the plentiful intermediate and expert terrain in the Espace Killy ski area. There are many amenities in Tignes Le Lac, including ski schools, restaurants, bars, nightclubs and even a bowling alley. Catered chalet accommodation, hotels and p;self-catering apartments are all on offer here.

Situated 2km above Tignes Le Lac, Tignes Val Claret is the highest of the three main Tignes villages and perhaps the most diverse in terms of nightlife.

Who should stay in Tignes Val Claret?
With loads of sports shops, restaurants and bars, this is the ideal resort for those looking to be at the centre of the action. Built on two levels, Tignes Val Claret is ideally situated close to the lifts for the Grand Motte glacier, making it the only village with direct access to summer and winter skiing. Accommodation here is mostly in self-catered apartments but there are also a handful of chalets and hotels to choose from.

Tignes Le Lavachet is the lowest of the three central Tignes resorts and also the quietest of the when it comes to nightlife.

Who should stay in Tignes Le Lavachet?
If you want to stay somewhere with more of a local atmosphere, this is the place to be. Accommodation here is mostly in self-catering apartments or chalet-style apartments, ranging from small studios to larger and more luxurious offerings. Despite its quieter reputation, there is a good choice of restaurants and a few of the bars have a lively apres ski vibe.

Further down the valley is Tignes les Boisses, also known as Tignes 1800. This quiet resort has great access to the ski area thanks to the Boisses gondola which whisks you up to 2,180m in just four minutes.

Who should stay in Tignes les Boisses?
Perhaps the quietest of all the villages, Tignes les Boisses is well suited to those looking for a ski holiday away from the hustle and bustle of the central resorts. Quite a lot of money has been recently invested in Tignes 1800 to develop it, and construction works continue here every summer. Therefore, you'll be able to find new hotels and self-catering apartments here, as well as a handful of restaurants, shops and bars – and the number keeps increasing every season.

The lowest of the Tignes' resorts at 1,550m, Tignes les Brevieres is a tranquil and traditional Alpine village, the oldest and prettiest of them all.

Who should stay in Tignes les Brevieres?
Tignes les Brevieres is ideal for couples or families who are looking for a relaxed but convenient ski holiday in the Espace Killy. It is a charming place to stay, has some great restaurants and bars, and a laid back après ski vibe. Access to the main ski area is relatively easy thanks to the gondola but bear in mind that there are no buses to and from here so unless you have a car, it's not easy to leave the resort once the lifts have stopped running.

High snow-capped peaks, deep luscious forests, white snow-filled fields and cosy wooden chalets with roaring fires – a ski break can be the most romantic of holidays. In Tignes, you’ll be able to make all your fairy-tale escapade dreams come true.

What’s the best place to stay in Tignes for couples?
Tignes le Belvedere offers the quintessentially picturesque Alpine holiday. Picture large, traditional ski chalets nestled between the trees where you can relax in the hot tub at the end of a hard day on the pistes and enjoy wonderful panoramic mountain views.

When travelling with young children, you ideally want to stay somewhere that has lots of facilities and services nearby so that you don't have to travel long distances to get to the slopes or the restaurants.

What’s the best area for families with children to stay in Tignes?
Tignes Le Lac and Tignes Le Lavachet tend to be especially popular with families. Providing easy access to the pistes, they offer plenty of off-the-slope entertainment – there's lots to do here! Those travelling with younger children, however, may prefer the quieter resort of Tignes Les Boisses as it has a slower pace of life.

Tignes has a good number of catered chalets and self-catered apartments on offer, many of which are on the affordable end of the spectrum. In general, the further away from the centre you get, the cheaper the prices are.

What’s the cheapest area to stay in Tignes?
There are bargains to be found all around Tignes. In general, Tignes Le Lavachet offers good value for money – being a bit quieter than the other two main resorts it tends to offer lower prices. Les Brévières is usually also a bit more budget-friendly, especially if you're after a chalet holiday.

Ski-to-door accommodation is very popular in Tignes, which means that it gets booked out quite quickly. Prices are also usually more expensive than the accommodation a bit further away from the slopes. However, there's no greater feeling than arriving at your doorstep with your skis on, so get on booking as soon as you can if you want to experience it yourself.

Where can you find ski-to-door accommodation in Tignes?
Most of the chalets and apartments in Tignes offer ski-in/ski-out accommodation. However, the two best options are Tignes Le Lac where many of the apartment residences are located slopeside, and Tignes Val Claret because of the easy access to the Grande Motte glacier which allows you to maximise your time on the piste.

Tignes attracts many people in the summer, coming to the mountains for its world-renowned mountain bike trails and hiking routes. Many of them come with their campervan or motorhome.

Are there any motorhome areas or campsites in Tignes?
France is famous for its well-equipped motorhome areas or 'aires de camping-car' and Tignes is no exception. In the summer, campervans and motorhomes can stay overnight at the Grande Motte car park and the Les Brévières campsite (closed for campervans and motorhomes in the winter). These paid-for areas offer toilets, electricity and water. There are, unfortunately, no campsites in Tignes but you'll find a good selection in Bourg St Maurice, the town just down the valley.