Madame Vacances Les 3 Vallees hotels in Alpes du Nord, France

Madame Vacances location is exactly what you want for a ski vacation. There is a rental place right next door with very friendly staff and you can store everything there. It takes about a 3 min walk to the slopes where you can get on 1 of 4 lifts right away! The rooms are quite small and very out of date, but livable and with a balcony. The front lobby has a fireplace and seating for games and socializing with a bar available for drinks. The restaurant has amazing food all the time (make sure you get breakfast here) and definitely reminds me of a cabin on the hill. The staff are very friendly, helpful and happy.... A great atmosphere.

The hotel is well located but can't claim 'curb appeal'. Forming part of a block in a main street it is convenient for just about everything; albeit potentially a little noisy in full season. There are no 'frills' but our second floor room was spotless, everything worked and we had all we needed. However, the staff team made our stay an absolute joy, were helpful when we arrived later than intended, always friendly and able to advise. Breakfast was relaxed with good choice and we even had a proper pot of tea. The secure car park across the road is also an asset and inexpensive. All in all, excellent value.