Hôtel Chris-tal

3.0 star property
Escape to a mountain retreat where spa services and ski adventures await. Savor regional cuisine by the pool while enjoying stunning views.

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Sauna
Private kitchenette
Interior
Balcony
Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Laundry
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included

Room options

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Showing 7 of 7 rooms

Standard Quadruple Room (Balcon)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Cable channels
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Standard Double Room, Kitchen

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Down duvet
  • 24 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Quadruple Room, Kitchen

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Kitchen
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Down duvet
  • 45 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds

Standard Quadruple Room, Kitchen

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 40 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Standard Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Down duvet
  • 25 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Standard Triple Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Down duvet
  • 25 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds

Standard Room (Economy 2 pers)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Down duvet
Hair dryer
  • 25 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
242 Avenue des Alpages, Les Houches, Haute-Savoie, 74310

What's nearby

  • Bellevue Cable Car - 16 min walk
  • Les Houches Ski Resort - 19 min walk
  • Prarion Gondola - 3 min drive
  • Aiguille du Midi Cable Car - 8 min drive
  • Parc de Merlet - 13 min drive

Getting around

  • Les Houches Station - 8 min walk
  • Le Fayet Tramway Station - 13 min drive
  • Geneva International Airport (GVA) - 70 min drive

Restaurants

  • Restaurant le Panoramic
  • ‪La Crémerie des Aiguilles - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Auberge de Bionnassay - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Gandhi - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Le Solerey - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Hôtel Chris-tal

Hotel near Chamonix - Planpraz Ski Lift
Consider a stay at Hôtel Chris-tal and take advantage of a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe, and a garden. Hit the slopes at this hotel offering ski-in/ski-out access, a ski shuttle, and ski storage. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. The on-site Regional cuisine restaurant, LA DENT DU GEANT, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and a poolside location. In addition to an arcade/game room and a library, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An indoor pool and an outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), an outdoor tennis court, and a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • An electric car charging station, express check-in, and bicycle parking
Room features
All guestrooms at Hôtel Chris-tal have perks such as premium bedding and pillow menus, in addition to amenities like air conditioning and WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and down comforters
  • TVs with cable channels

Languages

English, French, Italian

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (surcharge)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ski shuttle nearby

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee daily 7:30 AM–10 AM: EUR 11 for adults and EUR 7 for children
  • 1 restaurant and 1 coffee shop/cafe
  • 1 bar
  • Room service available

Restaurants on site

  • LA DENT DU GEANT

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bike parking
  • Bike storage
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Sauna
  • Tennis

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Elevator
  • Front-desk safe
  • Library

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • Ski storage

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massages

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
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 100% renewable energy
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bed sheets
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Cable channels
  • TV

More

  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Mobile key entry
  • Soundproofing
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open Monday - Sunday (8 AM - 11:30 AM) and Monday - Sunday (1 PM - 9:30 PM)
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of EUR 6 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 132 lbs per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

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 1.60 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.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 11 for adults and EUR 7 for children
  • Pet fee: EUR 6 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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, debit card, or cash deposit 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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

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.

Property is also known as

Chris-tal
Chris-tal Hotel
Chris-tal Les Houches
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Hotel Chris-tal Les Houches
Chris Tal Hotel
Hôtel Chris-tal Les Houches
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Hôtel Chris-tal Les Houches
Hôtel Chris-tal Hotel Les Houches

Frequently asked questions

Does Hôtel Chris-tal have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and an outdoor pool.

Is Hôtel Chris-tal pet-friendly?

Yes, Hôtel Chris-tal allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 132 lbs per pet. There's a fee of EUR 6 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Hôtel Chris-tal?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hôtel Chris-tal?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Hôtel Chris-tal?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Does Hôtel Chris-tal provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle.

Where is Hôtel Chris-tal located?

Located in the mountains, this ski-in/ski-out hotel in Les Houches is within 1 mi (2 km) of Bellevue Cable Car and Les Houches Ski Resort and close to winter sports such as cross-country skiing and skiing lessons. Parc de Merlet and Lake Gaillands are also within 3 mi (5 km). Les Houches Station is 8 minutes by foot and Taconnaz Station is 25 minutes.

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Hôtel Chris-tal Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 174 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 89 out of 174 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 33 out of 174 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 174 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 174 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful Hotel
This is a lovely hotel. The rooms are spacious, comfortable and very clean - cleaned every day by their wonderful team. Really good breakfast. Great location - 1 minute walk to the bus stop or 10 minute walk to the shops/restaurants. Convenient boot room for ski storage and a wonderful swimming pool. The staff cannot do enough for you - so friendly and helpful. We have stayed here 3 times now and would highly recommend The Chris-Tal.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Magali

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Très bon séjour
Personnel à l’écoute et très aimable et serviable
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Silvia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
J aurais aimé rester plus longtemps!
Une courte nuit car arrivés très tard mais ayant averti l hôtel qui nous a donné toutes les consignes pour entrer . L accueil au petit déjeuner est très chaleureux , la chambre grande jolie confortable propre et avec balcon. Une piscine attend les nageurs ! Je garde cette adresse et la recommande
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

4/10 Poor

Thierry

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
ACCEUIL PEU AGREABLE ET TOUT LE RESTE A LA HAUTEUR DE L'ACCEUIL
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Contactless check in is great. Two balconies with beautiful views!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth Michèle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021

8/10 Good

Johnny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent
Nous avons passé un week-end excellent. Un accueil professionnel avec un service tres correct. Personnels a l'écoute. Salle de jeux pour les enfants. Nous avons également pu profiter de la piscine entre nous en privatisant. Franchement tres bon moment passé dans cet établissement.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021

8/10 Good

Jean Yves

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Moustapha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Chloé

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bon confort prés de la gare
Bon hôtel d etape proche de la gare
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jeinny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Sejour parfait
Excellent emplacement. Hôtel parfait pour des vacances de ski en famille. Excellent rapport qualité/ prix
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay at the Cris-tal. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Cannot understand reviews that refer to poor welcome, it was excellent. Breakfast was very good value, had better but for price it was very good. Bar area very pleadant. Loved the location in Les Houches..
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Antonin

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
pourquoi pas y revenir...
Nous avions juste besoin d'un endroit pour dormir une nuit, cela correspondait à nos attentes sans grand luxe
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Dreamfinder, Italia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Posizione perfetta x raggiungere le piste, o visitare semplicemente Chamonix. Camera quadrupla standard abbastanza confortevole, bellissima vista sulle montagne, terrazza con poltroncine. Angolo cottura attrezzato, anche con lavastoviglie, ma stoviglie un po' datate. Massima pulizia ovunque. Sala giochi utile per rilassarsi la sera. Presente anche piccolo parcheggio al chiuso, a pagamento. Fermata bus, supermarket e pista per principianti praticamente davanti all'Hotel. Nel complesso, molto soddisfatti.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

6/10 Okay

han

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
good
일단 직원들이 엄청 친절하구 샤모니에서 1번 버스 타면 거의 바로 호텔 앞에서 내릴수 있어요. 샤모니 시내에서 멀지만 교통이 아주 편리해요.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Olga

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Un buen alojamiento para disfrutar del Valle
Una experiencia muy buena. El alojamiento ideal para visitar el Valle. Con la targeta de huesped transporte gratuito. La habitación excelente con una vista impresionante de las montañas. Dos terrazas y bien insonorizada,con persianas Parking en el hotel perfecto y desayuno correcto aunque un poco caro. Wifi regular.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

6/10 Okay

Thierry

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Jean Francois, toulouse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Vérifier climatisation et taille parking gratuit
Nous avions réservé une "chambre standard double ou avec lit jumeaux" indiquée comme possédant une "Climatisation réglable dans la chambre", ce derniere critère étant celui qui avait déterminé notre choix pour cet hôtel. En ce debut juillet, il faisait très chaud (même aux Houches) et la chambre, (au dernier étage) orientée à l'ouest avait nettement bénéficié des derniers rayons du soleil. Au moment de se coucher nous avons réalisé qu'il n'y avait pas de climatisation. On nous avait d'ailleurs attribué une chambre avec cuisine et après verification sur le site hotels.com, ces chambres ont aussi une climatisation. Nous avons donc ouvert la fenêtre (l'air devient vite frais la nuit à 1000m), mais le bruit de l'autoroute qui est à peine audible avec les fenêtres fermées, devient insupportable une fois qu'elles sont ouvertes. Au sujet du parking, nous nous sommes garés devant le restaurant de l'hôtel et il semble être le seul parking gratuit disponible (quelques places). L'hotel indique d'ailleurs la possibilité d'utiliser un parking couvert payant sur une affiche à la reception. Donc, verifier l'existence de la climatisation et de la taille du parking gratuit. Par ailleurs cet hôtel est très correct, l'accueil bien que bref, a été cordial, et il est bien situé hors de la foule de Chamonix.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

6/10 Okay

Tony

Disliked: Staff & service
Not bad but not top of my list to revisit.
Room was ok but smelled musty and outdated. Not much to do in the town.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No issues staying at this hotel. Staff helpful. Didn't make any use of the hotel amenities as we were out most of the time.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tout nous a convenu sauf le lit en 140. En général dans les hôtels ce sont plutôt des lits de 160/180
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019