Chalet Escamillo, Tignes

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Location of Chalet Escamillo in Tignes

Location, location, location - The “Opera Chalets” are in a perfect position in Tignes Le Lac just 140 metres (approx.) from the slopes, and intermediate skiers and above can ski back to the chalet at the end of the day. In the mornings it is only 400 metres (approx.) from the Chaudanne and Paquis lifts. The centre of Tignes Le Lac and its bars and nightlife are approximately 5 minutes’ walk away making this a superb choice for your holiday.

  • Town centre: 450m
  • Ski school: 400m
  • Ski lift: 450m
  • Piste: 180m
  • Bus stop: 400m

Chalet Escamillo Summary

This new-build chalet apartment is a perfect example of modern comforts mixed with Savoyard alpine traditions. It also benefits from a prime spot in Tignes with super easy access to the slopes.

Impressive facilities- The spotlight is on the open plan kitchen-diner, fully equipped with high standard cooking facilities and a large table with 8 seating chairs ready to welcome the whole group for dinner. While the open plan living room boasts comfy soft seating for up to 8 people and all the bedrooms of the chalet have en suite bathrooms and their own hairdryers.

Central perks - The “Opera Chalets” share an entrance lobby that has communal ski lockers, the luxury of heated boot dryers and a lift to each chalet apartment entrance and the chalet’s own sauna is just ideal to relax. Free WiFi is also included.

Charming and welcoming- The unmistakable Savoyard style is a clear characteristic of the “Opera Chalets” built with modern skiers in mind. Chalet apartment Escamillo has beautiful windows to allow natural light in and clever use of exposed wood combined with high-quality fittings improves the appeal of this stunning accommodation.

The Chalet apartment Escamillo is part of the “Opera Chalets” and is named after the toreador in the Carmen opera by Georges Bizet.

Top 3 Reasons to Stay Here

  • All rooms come with en suite bathrooms, high standard cooking facilities, great living areas, and airy balconies offering stunning views.
  • Tastefully decorated, spacious, comfortable, perfectly equipped chalet apartment.
  • Fantastic position in Tignes Le Lac only 150 metres from the pistes and a short stroll away from nice bars, restaurants and shops in the centre of the resort.

‘The Opera chalets’ are a perfect example of modern functionality; a new generation of chalets ensuring your stay is smooth and carefree. Browse alternative Opera chalets: Chalet Alfredo | Chalet Annina | Chalet Carmen | Chalet Giorgio | Chalet Violetta

FEATURES & FACILITIES

  • Sole occupancy
  • Sauna / Steam room
  • Free WiFi
  • Close to piste
  • Best for Groups
  • Best for Families
  • All rooms en suite

MEALS AT Chalet Escamillo, Tignes

What's included:

Standard Chalet Board.

  • Continental breakfast for seven mornings
  • Hot breakfast options provided by hosts on six days (bacon sandwiches on the last morning, if there is an early start)
  • Six days of homemade afternoon tea and cake
  • Six nights fully catered:
    • Three-course evening meal on five nights
    • Two-course Alpine speciality on one night
    • Unlimited Silver level wine until coffee on six nights

BEDROOMS & Chalet Escamillo ROOM TYPES

Entrance Floor

Reception and Boot Room with Heated Boot Racks

Chalet Entrance On Fourth Floor (Lift Access)

The kitchen/dinner area is equipped with full-size oven, four burner halogen hob, full-size fridge with small freezer drawer, large dishwasher, microwave, tea & coffee station, dining table and 8 dining chairs.

The open-plan living/dining area has 2 x three seater sofa, 2 x pouf stool, a smart TV with full-length windows leading onto balcony. Sauna and communal WC.

Rm 1 Twin or Double (sleeps 2)
Twin or king-sized double, jet bath and WC - suitable for a cot

Rm 2 Twin or Double (sleeps 2)
Twin or king-sized double, shower and WC

Eaves:

Rm 3 Twin or Double (sleeps 2-3)
Twin or king-sized, optional extra single bed, double, shower and WC (all under eaves) - suitable for a cot

Rm 4 Twin or Double (sleeps 2)
Twin or king-sized double, shower and WC (facilities within room partitioned by sliding door) - suitable for a cot

Extra Information

As all rooms can be configured either as twin or king-sized beds, we will make them up as twins unless we are advised otherwise.

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Chalet Escamillo's details, features and catering can change. Facilities in the description may not allow unlimited use without charge and may not always be available. If any specific feature, facility or meal option is important to your holiday, you must confirm those details with us before booking.

ABOUT THE RESORT & SKI HOLIDAYS IN Tignes France

Espace Killy ski area Fantastic après ski High altitude skiing

Among the highest and biggest in the alps, Tignes is the 'most booked' ski holiday destination for British skiers. Regular powder, snow-sure Grande Motte glacier and links with Val d’Isere make the 300km ski area special. Après, dining and accommodation for every taste and budget in 5 villages - busy Le Lac at its heart, ski-in ski-out partying in Val Claret, quieter Le Lavachet, cheap-and-chill down in Les Boisses and Les Brévières.

Beginner Intermediate Advanced Snowboard

Great for Families Glacier skiing Non-skiers Groups Off-piste High altitude skiing

Tignes webcam

Snow Report: Top 159cm, Bottom N/Acm

Snow Forecast: 6cm expected this week

Snow History: December average depth 89cm

Tignes trail map

Approx. airport transfer times depend on conditions:

Chambéry (CMF)138km, 1h50
Geneva (GVA)165km, 2h
Grenoble (GNB)200km, 2h45
Region:France, Alps.
First opened:1936

Tignes lift pass price last reported as £380 Area lift pass (adult 6 day). Ask for a quote when booking Chalet Escamillo.
Night skiing: Yes, every Thursday
Tignes has NSEW facing slopes.
Usually open for skiing October - May.

Town altitude: 2,100m
Top of slopes: 3456m
Bottom of piste: 1550m
Vertical drop: 1,906m
Total length of trails:300km
Longest piste:10km
Tignes (pronounced 'Teens' by Brits and 'Teenya' by the French) is one half of the vast ‘Tignes-Val d'Isere’ ski area, one of the biggest linked domains in France. High-altitude terrain and Grande Motte glacier skiing ensure the resort both opens earlier in the ski season and also closes later than most resorts, and we’ve even seen lifts running for stints of summer skiing. Split into 5 purpose-built villages with distinct characters, it's well linked by pistes, lifts and free buses. Tignes Le Lac (aka Tignes...
With varied pistes at a high altitude, the ski area has impressive powdered terrain for skiers and boarders alike. Beginners can practice on the nursery slopes at Le Lac and Le Lavachet, where you'll find gentle, quiet runs that are accessible via free beginners' lifts. Le Bollin at Val Claret is another conveniently situated green and Grattalu is a lovely wide blue for those wanting to build confidence. Tignes is incredible if you ski at an intermediate level, with miles of powdery blue and red runs includi...
While it's said that those who appreciate Tignes do so for the serious skiing over the après ski, this doesn't do justice to the fact that Tignes' 60+ bars/pubs and 4 night clubs provide some of the best nightlife in the Alps. All villages have their fair share of places to eat and drink, and with a shuttle bus service running 24 hours, you can enjoy your evening without worrying about the journey back. Jam bar is small but with a great atmosphere and Loop bar pretty much offers it all: with live sport, world c...

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