Hotel Saint Charles, Lanslebourg, Val Cenis, France

· 10 minutes’ walk to the centre of Lanslebourg village · 3 minutes’ walk to the Pont des Chèvres chair lift · 3 minutes’ walk to the Sablons drag lift · 3 minutes’ walk to the nursery slopes · 5 minutes’ walk to the ski school meeting point · 6 minutes’ walk to the ski bus stop ·

If you’re after a ski-to-door stay in Val Cenis, Hotel Saint Charles is a traditional pick that serves up a bevy of extra perks to boot. Set in the resort’s middle village of Lanslebourg, it’s an easy-peasy glide down the Escargot green slope to the hotel's terrace. Being slopeside means you can go from skiing to après-ing in a jiffy. And the snug l'Etèila bar, with its chalet style and open fire, is the perfect place to warm up with a mulled wine while you chat about your day on the snow.

Food at the Saint Charles is all about local Savoyard dishes that will fill you up after a day on the mountain. The menu mixes old and new takes on classic alpine food, so you can try all the cheesy treats the region is known for – from tartiflette to fondue. And the warm, laid-back setting of the restaurant is just right for easy-going meals with friends and family.

As for extras, the Pure Altitude Spa adds a touch of luxury to your ski trip with its indoor pool that looks out to snowy peaks. You can soak the ski legs in the hot tub, feel the warmth in the sauna or steam room, or book a luxe treatment. And if you're with kids, the French Ski School (ESF) runs childcare just next door. Or there's a games room with pool and table football for low-key family fun in the hotel itself.

· L'Etèila bar and lounge with open fireplace · L’Esconda restaurant · indoor pool · Pure Altitude spa with sauna, steam room, experience shower and hot tub (extra charge of approx. €18 per person for sauna, steam room and experience shower) · gym · extra charge for massages and treatments · games room with pool and table football · kids’ play corner in hotel reception · ski shop · boot room with lockers and heated boot racks · free WiFi throughout · lift to all floors

Half Board

· Continental buffet breakfast with cooked egg dishes · 3-course evening meal with table service (set menu with a choice for each course) · Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve gala meals included · vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options are available – please let us know about any requirements when you book

All rooms are non-smoking and have a flatscreen TV, fridge, hairdryer, bathrobes, slippers, tea and coffee-making facilities and a safe.

Double room (approx. 20m²) – sleeps 1-2: Double or twin beds, private bath with shower, WC and balcony.

Suite – sleeps 2-6 (max 4 adults or 4 adults and 2 children aged up to 12 years): Double bedroom, bedroom with bunkbeds, double sofa bed in lounge, kitchenette area, private bath with shower, WC and balcony. These rooms have a piste view.

Cots are available to hire, free of charge, on request.