Hôtel le Cristal Lodge, Chantemerle, Serre Chevalier, France

· 6 minutes' walk to the Blêtonet chairlift in Chantemerle · 7 minutes' walk to the ski school meeting point and nursery slopes · 8 minutes' walk to the resort centre

‘Alpine simplicity’ sums up the theme of the Cristal Lodge – a minimalist design with peaked roofs, balconies and lots of natural wood and stone, a classic wellness area and a restaurant that dishes up traditional Savoyard favourites. But keep an eye out and you’ll spot a few quirky touches too, like the disco balls in the lobby and neon yellow table football in the games room.

The Lodge is in Chantemerle, one of Serre Chevalier’s main villages, and you can stretch your legs on the short stroll to the chairlift or ski school in the morning. Then wander back in the afternoon to après the laid-back way – whether that means sinking into the warmth of the hot tub, sauna and steam room, flopping onto a bean bag in front of the fire or beelining to the bar for a vin chaud before dinner.

Speaking of food, you'll get breakfast included so you can fill up on things like pastries and charcuterie. And in the evenings, you can eat here à la carte or head out to try somewhere in town instead.

· wellness area with sauna, steam room and hot tub* · extra charge for massages · Savoyard tapas bar · lounge · games room · boot room with lockers and heated boot rack · extra charge for laundry facilities · free WiFi · lift to all floors · 20 rooms · free on-site parking* (subject to availability)

*Access to the spa includes 2 visits per person before 4pm and 1 visit per person after 4pm per week. This is for guests over 18 years, within the spa’s usual opening times. Please be aware that you need to reserve your spa visits at reception. Spa access includes the sauna, hammam, hot tub and sensory showers, depending on facilities available at your hotel.

**You must reserve parking in advance by contacting the accommodation directly. We recommend you check parking availability before you book your holiday.

Bed and Breakfast

· cold buffet breakfast

Please note: The last meal is breakfast on departure.

All rooms have a satellite TV, free WiFi and hairdryer.

Double room - sleeps 1-2: North-facing room with double bed, private shower and WC.

Triple room with balcony- sleeps 3: South-facing room with double bed, single bed, private shower, WC and balcony.