Group skiing in apartments 2024 2025 self catering group ski apts from Sno ®
While it's unusual to find ski apartments that sleep groups of more than 8 or 10 people, self-catering apartments remain very popular for group ski holidays because you can usually request that you be allocated several apartments close together, and the super cheap price of a large self-catered ski apartment means that the basic holiday cost remains extremely low.
This low starting price makes the group ski trip affordable to the maximum number of friends and family, because those on a tighter budget can cater for themselves, and the more flush in the group can eat out to avoid the effort of food shopping, cooking and washing up. We think it's fair to say that, among all the different types of group ski holidays, those in self-catered apartments allow the largest number of people to go away skiing together.
Group ski apartments are a real budget booster and can allow you to ski in a better resort than you might afford if booking a chalet or hotel. For those who spend all day on the piste and all evening on the town, self-catered group skiing is also the perfect choice if your digs are merely a place to sleep. If you have a large ski group booking self-catering apartments, it's worth discussing whether you all want to cook and eat together at least some of the time,
because that might affect the room types and sizes that you decide to go for. For example a group of 18 might have a choice of apartments which sleep up to 4, to 6 or to 8 people. If you plan to eat out or not cook together, you might prefer mostly 4 berth so you have less people in each apartment. If you want to cook and eat together, it may be better to choose at least one apartment for 8, so that you have a room with a fighting chance of squeezing you all in for supper.
Austria offers unforgettable group ski adventures with amazing terrain and plenty of apres-ski perfect for shared adventures with friends and family. Some of our top picks for group self-catered ski apartments include St. Anton's Apart La Vita, which offers five cosy apartments (2-6 guests each) – perfect for several families or friend groups to conquer the legendary Arlberg slopes. In Saalbach, AlpenParks Hotel & Apartment Sonnleiten is tucked above the lively centre. Most units of these ski-in/ski-out apartments have private saunas in and stunning mountain views, plus, an on-site à la carte restaurant, so you don’t have to cook for the whole group every night!
For a beautiful choc-box resort and awesome skiing across the whole Espace Killy we recommend Balcons de Bellevarde apartments because they're close to the slopes and funicular in La Daille and barely a 20-minute stagger home from the terrific night-life in the centre of Val d'Isere. A true way to ski and party in Val d'Isere without paying central Val prices! If you really must stay in the centre add a mere eighty quid (ish) per person and stay at the amazing value Jardins de la Balme apartments which are the cheapest group skiing in Val d'Isere pretty much every winter.
For snow-sure group ski apartments in Val Thorens, stay in Belambra les Olympiades apartments which are ski in/ski out from the heart of Europe's highest altitude resort. You'll be sharing rooms and likely have some pull out and sofa beds, but the prices are amazing so you have enough shekels left for that group ski favourite, the awesome 3 Valleys full area lift pass!
Skiing in Switzerland can be pricey, so group ski apartments in Switzerland offer an economical way to enjoy the legendary slopes. Opting for self-catering apartments for your group, grants access to stunning Swiss slopes without breaking the bank. Just a short walk from the picturesque village centre of Saas Fee, one of our favourite Swiss resorts, the studios and apartments at Allalin Apartments Saas Fee all have south-facing balconies. In Engelberg, one of Switzerland’s oldest ski villages, the apartments of Titlis Resort are in the heart of the village and all give access to the wellness centre with a Finnish sauna and steam bath.
Italy is an ideal destination for budget-conscious skiers in search of affordable self-catered apartments, allowing groups to explore vast interconnected areas without breaking the bank. The majority of apartments strike a middle-of-the-range balance, not too extravagant nor too economical. It's a win-win for everyone! In the Espace San Bernardo ski area, Residence Planibel (TH La Thuile) apartments are close to the lifts and ski school, with the bonus access to the main hotel's amenities including the huge pool and kids clubs, restaurants, cafés and even the spa. In bustling Canazei, the largest and liveliest resort in the Sella Ronda, Al Sole Hotel & Residence lets couples on a budget self-cater in one-bedroom apartments.
Apartment | Resort | Sleeps (per unit) | Prices from (pp) |
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Balcons de Bellevarde | Val d’Isere | Up to 7 | £597 |
Les Chalets du Jardin Alpin | Val d’Isere | Up to 8 | £598 |
Le Cristal de l’Alpe Apartments | Alpe d’Huez | Up to 10 | £356 |
Residence Chalet Skadi | Val d’Isere | Up to 4 | £798 |
Residence Le Machu Pichu | Val Thorens | Up to 5 | |
La Daille Apartments | Val d’Isere | Up to 6 | £589 |
Residence Montana Plein Sud | Val Thorens | Up to 4 | £879 |
Hameau de la Pierre Blanche Apartments | Les Houches, Chamonix | Up to 8 | £609 |
Village Montana Apartments | Tignes | Up to 8 | £528 |
La Ferme du Val Claret | Tignes | Up to 8 | £563 |
The best self-catering holidays for group skiing tend to be in the resorts with the most variety both on the piste and in the resort. If you're group ski trip is trying to minimise budget then group ski apartments are definitely the cheapest way to go skiing together, but it makes it more fair on those in your group who are not skint, if you choose accommodation which is close to all the amenities of your resort. If everyone is on a tight budget, no problem, simply use the search box top right to select “self catering” plus your preferred dates and airport and click “search” then use “Sort by” in the results to show the cheapest holidays first. If you want to make sure there's lots on offer for everyone in the group, check out these recommended group ski apartments and remember that the bigger your group, the earlier you should book.
If your group wants to go skiing for the absolute least amount of money possible, forget simply searching self-catered apartments by cheapest price, and book smart by choosing an all inclusive ski holiday.
Follow the blue resort links below to self-catering apartments in the world's best destinations for groups, or research where you'd like to go first, with our guide to the best group ski resorts.