Hotel des Lacs

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Scored 8.6
Rated excellent

Staff

9.3

Open since 1930, the Hotel Des Lacs welcomes guests in both winter and summer and offers quality accommodations in a family atmosphere. Located just a mile from the center of Chamonix, near the lake of Gaillands, the hotel provides the perfect base for skiers and mountain lovers alike as the mountains and ski slopes are easily accessible from the hotel. All 23 guestrooms have been recently renovated to offer guests comfortable living spaces. Some rooms offer wonderful views of the natural setting surrounding the hotel. Guests are welcome to relax on the hotel’s sunny terrace which faces Mont Blanc and enjoy a drink from the bar. Wi-Fi internet access is available in the hotel. There are also free buses and trains that offer direct access to the ski slopes.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Skiing
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Terrace
  • Bar

Property highlights

Located in the best-rated area in Chamonix, this hotel has an excellent location score of 8.6

  • Free parking available at the hotel

Availability

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Guest reviews

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David
United States United States
“This hotel is located a mile out of chamonix but is a great choice for a more relaxed location. We woke up each morning to the sound of birds”
Andi
Romania Romania
“Very kind and supportive staff. Safe parking on site.”
Michelle
United States United States
“There was plenty of parking. Close to a bus stop but if walking to the center it will take about 20 minutes.”
Stefan
France France
“Veri friendly and polite welcome. Flexible checkin times (room prepared for late arrival). Free parking Nice location for a walk around Lac des Gaillands.”
Amer
Kuwait Kuwait
“Good location and good hospitality , the reception was respectful women , and they have parking 🅿️”
Sawyer
United States United States
“The staff are so friendly, clean rooms, amazing location, and great coffee!”
Raymond
Germany Germany
“The view from our room was probably the best view of the mountains and glacier in all of Chamonix. Staff was very nice.”
Karrie
Switzerland Switzerland
“Lovely hotel with fantastic staff. Room was not big but tidy and bright with a nice balcony. Great quiet location in a beautiful spot.”
Oliver
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Nice little hotel, a little dated but perfectly fine for us. Views across to the mountains from the room a nice touch. The owners were lovely, and the hotel itself was pretty quiet and made a good base at the end of the day. Rooms are on the...”
Candice
Canada Canada
“Very cute and quaint. The family run hotel was perfect. Clean room with comfortable mattress, high speed internet, great views from the room of the small lake and Mont Blanc. The family that runs it was so helpful and kind. Would recommend.”

Hotel area info

Amenities of Hotel des Lacs

Great facilities! Review score, 8.2

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Skiing
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Terrace
  • Bar

House rules

Hotel des Lacs takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 7:30 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 3 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free

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There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
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The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Hotel des Lacs of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

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