Hôtel de l'Arve by HappyCulture, in the heart of Chamonix City Centre, offers a fun-filled retreat with a terrace and garden perfect for relaxation. Enjoy activities like rock climbing and skiing with amenities like ski passes, storage, and shuttle service. Guests can unwind at the sauna or gym while staying connected with free WiFi; previous guests rave about the helpful staff.
Located in Chamonix City Centre, a neighborhood in Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, Hôtel de l'Arve by HappyCulture is near a train station and in the mountains. Chamonix - Planpraz Ski Lift and Aiguille du Midi Cable Car are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mont Blanc. Traveling with kids? Consider Chamonix Ice Rink and Montenvers Tram. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and downhill skiing, or check out other outdoor activities such as snowshoeing and sledding. Visit our Chamonix-Mont-Blanc travel guide
60 impasse des Anémones, Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, Haute-Savoie, 74400
Family-friendly hotel near Chamonix - Planpraz Ski Lift
Located close to Aiguille du Midi Cable Car, Hôtel de l'Arve by HappyCulture provides a terrace, a garden, and an arcade/game room. Skiers and snowboarders can spend time on the slopes at this hotel offering a ski shuttle, ski passes, and ski storage. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna. Enjoy the gym, as well as activities like rock climbing. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a library and a fireplace in the lobby.
You'll also find perks like:
Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a free area shuttle, and free bicycle rentals
Babysitting (surcharge), a computer station, and a billiards/pool table
An elevator, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff
Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms at Hôtel de l'Arve by HappyCulture offer amenities such as free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 16 for adults and EUR 8 for children
A bar/lounge
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Billiards/pool table
Free bicycle rentals
Gym
Library
Rock climbing
Sauna
Ski passes
Ski storage
Family friendly
Arcade/game room
Babysitting (surcharge)
Free area shuttle
In-room crib
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Concierge services
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Tour and ticket assistance
Business services
Computer station
Outdoors
Garden
In a regional park
In the mountains
Terrace
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Elevator
Stair-free path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
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1 building
4 floors
Fireplace in lobby
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Free crib
Bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels
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Heating
Iron/ironing board on request
Phone
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 AM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Renovations and closures
The property is closed between November 3 and December 6.
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of EUR 15 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
1 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Children aged 3 and younger eat free breakfast
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 1.70 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 18 years of age.
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
The listed breakage deposit applies only to apartment bookings, payable via credit card via pre-authorization. The deposit is refundable via credit card within 1 day after check-out, pending room inspection.
Optional extras
Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 16 for adults and EUR 8.00 for children
Pet fee: EUR 15 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
National rating
This property has received its official star rating from the French Tourism Development Agency, ATOUT France.
Frequently asked questions
Is Hôtel de l'Arve by HappyCulture pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total). There's a fee of EUR 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at Hôtel de l'Arve by HappyCulture ?
As of Jun 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hôtel de l'Arve by HappyCulture on Jun 16, 2026 start from ₩310,097, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Limited spots are available.
What time is check-in at Hôtel de l'Arve by HappyCulture ?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Hôtel de l'Arve by HappyCulture ?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Hôtel de l'Arve by HappyCulture located?
Located near the slopes, this Chamonix City Centre hotel is in the mountains, within a 15-minute walk of Le Brevent Cable Car and Chamonix - Planpraz Ski Lift, and close to winter sports such as cross-country skiing and skiing lessons. Brevent-Flegere Ski Area and Planards Adventure Park are also within 5 minutes. Chamonix-Mont-Blanc (XCF-Chamonix-Mont-Blanc Train Station) is 7 minutes by foot and Chamonix-Mont-Blanc Station is 7 minutes.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Hôtel de l'Arve by HappyCulture Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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Friendly and helpful front drsk staff. Excellent breakfast. Free parking and very convient to Mount Blanc cable car.
Bernard
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified
6/10 Okay
Matthew
Jun 4, 2026
Liked: Staff & service
The staff was wonderful! They were all so kind and helped us from start to finish. Breakfast was so delicious! Free parking was also great. We had amazing views from our room too. However, the rooms and the hallways need a huge makeover and a good cleaning. Everything else was great!
Matthew
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified
8/10 Good
bruno
Jan 30, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Location of hotel is excellent, staff are very helpful
Lovely place, perfect location close to everything, very friendly stuff, good service, nice clean rooms
Alona
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified
6/10 Okay
Isabel
Apr 18, 2026
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
This hotel is in a wonderful location, the staff is very friendly and helpful and the parking is good and free of charge.
However, the condition of the room and bathroom was very poor, which is a pitty, the hotel need some tender care and love to be in acceptable conditions.
Isabel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified
6/10 Okay
Jonathan
Mar 8, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Cons: Rooms and beds are very small. Pricey for the size. Showers need refurb but are OK. Pros: Very nice staff. Great sitting/lounge area. Right in the downtown area for dining and shops.
Nice hotel in great location on the river super helpful staff very reasonable prices great breakfast overall very happy with our stay
Duncan
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Laura
Feb 13, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Excellent location, just one block to the pedestrian zone, and bus stops all around. Breakfast downstairs was well supplied. Staff were helpful. Rooms are a bit dated and my pet peeve is that the showers should have separate shampoo, conditioner, and body soap - not an all-in-one bottle.
Laura
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified
6/10 Okay
tori
Nov 27, 2025
Liked: Staff & service
We had some issues with hot water some nights but it was a good stay
tori
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Deborah
May 30, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The communal areas of the property were well maintained and welcoming. The staff were generally friendly and helpful. Hotel was in a good location. Breakfast was varied and wholesome.
Provision of free 24 hour tea, coffee and water was a welcome facility.
However, the first room we were allocated was on a corner, with only a glazed door which opened on to s communal deck with only a net curtain for privacy. When questioned the staff member said, for privacy we would have to close the external wooden shutters, which was a bit of a nuisance. The room was affected by extremely noisy wastewater plumbing from other rooms. Which woke us up early in the morning. We requested a room change and were given a room on the top floor which wad unbearably hot , very small with no proper shower. Overall, we felt we were fobbed off with the lower quality rooms in the hotel. This maybe a reflection of the price we paid nut even so I don’t think it unreasonable to expect a high degree of comfort.
This is a lovely hotel, close to the central area of Chamonix. Breakfast was very good, with many options, including gluten free breads. We very much enjoyed our stay.