Welcome to the 5***** luxury hotel, Le Blizzard in Val d’Isere 1850, in the heart of the Espace Killy, for an unforgettable ski experience in France, at the foot of the ski runs and in the center of the village.
Warmly welcoming rooms… facing the mountain or the village… cosy love nests or large family spaces. Spacious fireside suites, each suites is unique and has its own special atmosphere.
Framed by Val d’Isère’s stone-and-timber heart and just 100 m from the slopes & lifts, Hôtel Le Blizzard radiates five-star Savoyard warmth. Family-run since the 1960s, the chalet-style refuge greets guests with crackling logs, deep sofas and a celebrated bar that hums from morning flat whites to late-night Chartreuse. Floor-to-ceiling windows and broad terraces gaze straight onto La Face de Bellevarde, so the mountain’s drama is always on show.
Inside, seventy rooms and suites—including a handful of generous two-bedroom layouts—combine rough-hewn larch, wool plaids and hand-picked antiques with king beds dressed in crisp linen. Most overlook village rooftops or snow-dusted peaks; a select few cocoon guests beside real fireplaces whose flames add rustic, cosy charm after twilight. Marble bathrooms stocked with Clarins amenities, high-speed Wi-Fi and deep wardrobes keep both families and remote-working powder hounds at ease.
Post-ski rituals orbit the 200 m² Spa by Clarins. Drift from the outdoor heated pool to the snow-side Norwegian bath, then thaw indoors in the Jacuzzi, hammam, sauna and herbal-tea lounge. Morning yoga and a bright fitness studio prepare limbs for fresh tracks, while La Luge plates raclette and fondue and the main restaurant pairs market-led fare with Rhône vintages.
A concierge secures guides and tables, an in-resort driver whisks you between boot room and boutiques, and a children’s playroom lets parents linger over dessert. Refined service, authentic character and an unmistakable alpine soul explain why generations return season after season.
Map & Location
Location
Olympique Avenue in the heart of the village center and less than 100m from the slopes & lifts in Val d’Isere.
Top snow travel was an excellent service. This past winter (3-7-2026 ) was my first time outside the U.S. Over a Zoom meeting with Gilles I explained to him what I wanted in my trip and he took care of the rest. He stayed in touch via email answering any questions with a timely response despite the time difference. Once I selected a package, he put together an itinerary that was easy to follow making my travels simple. I would use Top Snow Travels service again and recommend their services. Thank you Gilles.
Steve L.
2 months ago
Gilles and Top Snow took care of all aspects of our trip - ground transfers, lodging, lift passes, lessons, rentals - making the trip stress-free. Gilles also provided a lot of guidance on choosing the right resort to visit for our family and 5-year-old grandson. And Arc 1950 didn't disappoint! The best pedestrian only, ski-in, ski-out resort we've stayed in and we've been to a few.
Very happy we used Top Snow and would recommend them for skiing the French Alps!
Luke H.
2 months ago
Had such a great Christmas & New Years ski trip at Les Arc 1950 all thanks to Gillies and the Top Snow Travel team!!
Perfect ski in/out accommodation which was spacious for the family (kids loved the pool after a days skiing). All mountain transfers, trains, ski hire and lift tickets sorted - we literally didn’t have to think about anything or stress ourselves out (especially coming from the other side of the world with young kids!).
Perfect recommendations for dinners and other snow activities.
Les Arc 1950 was perfect choice 🙏 such a cute village and it really topped our French Alps stay!
We’ll be sure to use Gillies when we return with the extended family in the future!
Mark D.
2 months ago
Gilles did a terrific job with our ski trip. We had 10 families go over to France for a birthday trip in January this year. Not all the families used Gilles but the ones that did, including ours, were very happy with his service. I knew which resort we wanted to go to but Gilles was fantastic at selecting and booking the accommodation (which was amazing) as well as suggesting and booking restaurants. He made everything run smoothly and i wouldn't hesitate to use him again on our next European ski holiday.
Shastan J.
2 months ago
Gilles and Top Snow Travel are the best! Our group of six can be picky and demanding, and Gilles built a trip that took care of us all in Courchevel 1850. Prompt, knowledgeable, and patient, it was a pleasure to work with Top Snow Travel. We were especially impressed with Gilles ability to work with the hotel(s) to accommodate our groups specific needs (and wow, le K2 Palace was amazing). Everything from transportation to ski guides to accommodations all happened like clockwork. We highly recommend Top Snow Travel and look forward to working with Gilles for our next French Alps ski trip!
Shannon D.
3 months ago
I first discovered Top Snow Travel on YouTube. After viewing several of Gilles' videos and appreciating the wealth of experience and depth knowlegde he had in relation to French Alps and Resorts; I decided to reach out to Gilles to assist with planning our families "last minute booking" trip to France skiing. Gilles was very approachable, professional and incredibly responsive providing thorough advice on all matters skiing, lessons/guides, lifts, on/off mountain activities for my non-skiing wife, accomodation options, transfers, dining options, etc....along with answering every conceivable question one could ask. The options assessment and booking process was swift, effortless and the resultant trip to Meribel 3 Vallees France amazing. If you are looking to ski France I highly recommend you contact Gilles at Top Snow Travel. Thanks for making our families recent trip easy and thus a fond and memorable experience Gilles!
Tony K.
3 months ago
We had a great trip to Meribel thanks to Top Snow Travel. Well appointed ski-in/ski-out accommodation in a great location with awesome service from Gilles. He gave us all the tips to enjoy the trip, his knowledge and recommendations for restaurants and bars was fantastic.
Jason O.
4 months ago
Top Snow Travel did an excellent job orchestrating and planning our family ski vacation to the French Alps. From the very beginning, Gilles was incredibly responsive, patient, and helpful in tailoring the trip to our specific needs—especially traveling with a young child and wanting an authentic European village experience.
Arc 1950 was a great choice for our family, with a charming town center and a fantastic location. While weather and snow conditions were challenging at times (completely out of anyone’s control), Top Snow’s planning and support made the trip as smooth as possible.
A true highlight of our vacation was the private transfer arranged by Top Snow. Our driver, Sam (the owner of the car service), was outstanding—professional, safety-focused, and proactive. His advice to leave early due to weather concerns turned out to be absolutely the right call, and we are very grateful for his careful drive to Geneva.
Overall, Top Snow Travel delivered exactly what they promised: thoughtful planning, excellent communication, and dependable partners on the ground. Gilles was a pleasure to work with and always quick to answer questions. Despite some uncontrollable weather challenges, our family had a great experience, and I would absolutely recommend Top Snow Travel to anyone planning a ski trip to the French Alps.
PROPERTY AVAILABILITY
Interested in this property?
Availabillity and pricing for this accommodation are confirmed by request. Tell us your dates, group size and travel requirements, and we’ll check suitable options for your France ski holiday.
Seventy alpine-chic rooms and suites marry rough-hewn larch, wool throws and antiques with king beds and marble bathrooms stocked with Clarins. Most frame village rooftops or La Face de Bellevarde; a handful of two-bedroom suites give families space to spread out, while rare fireplace suites wrap evenings in crackling, rustic warmth.
Have a drink among friends by the fireplace, in the warm atmosphere at the bar or on the comfortable plush sofas, a cosy place for conversation. A must-do in Val d’Isère!
Le Blizzard Restaurant
In an elegant and cosy setting, you can enjoy an evening meal or lunch on a sunny terrace, next to the swimming pool. Our Chef Patrice Durant transfers his culinary passions onto every plate, offering a generous and authentic straight-from-the-market cuisine.
La Luge Restaurant
Savoy Specialities and local products can be enjoyed in an old woodden decor in our second restaurant LA LUGE. Open for dinner and in winter only.
1st sitting at 7/7.15 pm and 2nd sitting at 9.30pm.
Property Policy
Check-in
Check-in starts at 3:00 PM You need to let us know what time you’ll be arriving in advance.
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card will 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 American Express, Visa & Mastercard. Cash is not accepted.
Check-out
Until 12:00 PM
Local City Tax
Local City Tax (Tourist Tax). You’ll be asked to pay the following charges at the property: A tax is imposed by the city: €3.74 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 18 years of age. Price is subject to change from the local authorities.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Check what conditions apply to each option when making your selection.
Children & Beds
Children of all ages are welcome. To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search or in the quote form.
Baby cot (under 3yrs) free of charge.
Age Restriction
Minimum check-in age: 18
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Pets
Pets are allowed at a fee of €30 per night per pet.
Parking
€30 per night per vehicle. In winter, keep your car away from the snow…
Our drivers will park your car in an indoor parking, protected from the cold temperatures. Charging stations for electric vehicles are available.
Booking Conditions
These Booking Conditions set out the terms on which you contract with us for the arrangement and coordination of delivery of travel arrangements for your trip. By making a booking with us, you acknowledge that you have read, understood and agree to be bound by these Booking Conditions. We reserve the right to change these Booking Conditions at any time prior to you making a booking request.
A 50% deposit per person, is payable upon us accepting your booking. Please note that we may not hold any services for you until we receive payment of your deposit, meaning that services may become unavailable or prices may increase, in which case you will be responsible for paying the increased price, and we will not be responsible if services become unavailable. Some arrangements may require full payment at the time of booking. We will advise you of this if this is the case.
Final Payment
Payment in full must be received no less than 90 days before commencement of your trip. Note: some trips or particular arrangements may require payment earlier or in additional instalments and this will be advised with the booking confirmation.
If you fail to make payment by the due date, we will remind you to make payment. In addition to the payment, you will also be responsible for any costs imposed on us by suppliers resulting from late payment. If we do not receive payment within 7 days after the reminder, you will be deemed to have cancelled your booking.
Cancellation Policy
You may cancel your booking by giving written notice to us. Cancellation fees and charges will be levied as follows:
any amounts we have paid or have contractually committed to pay to third parties to deliver your travel arrangements which we cannot reasonably recover or not incur (for example payments made or due to third parties for accommodation, transfers, lift passes, ski rental, ski lessons, hire vehicles, and any other elements comprising your travel arrangements);
a fee equal to the deposit or 25% of the booking value (whichever is the greater) to compensate us for work performed and associated overheads up until the time of cancellation (including work performed in connection with your travel arrangements prior to your booking) and our loss of expected profit; and
a fee equal to AUD $330 or 5% of the booking value (whichever is the greater) to compensate us for processing the cancellation and any associated refund.
Cancellation fees and charges will not exceed payments received by us at the time of cancellation. If after the application of these fees and charges there is a surplus of payments you have made to us, we will refund this to you within a reasonable time.
Any payments we have made to third parties will only be refunded to you once we have deducted the above cancellation fees and charges and once we have actually recovered the amounts from the third parties. As we will be subject to third party terms and conditions, we make no guarantee that we will be able to make recoveries.
For group departures, a transfer of a confirmed booking to another departure date is deemed to be cancellation of the original booking.