Renting a chalet for a large group in Val Thorens

Travelling with several families or a party of friends and looking to rent a large-group chalet in Val Thorens? The most comfortable option by far is to gather everyone under one roof, in a spacious, ski-in/ski-out property. At Résidence Les Ancolies, Chalet Selaou sleeps up to 10 guests, and several large apartments round out the offering for bigger parties.

Why choose a large property for a group stay?

Bringing a group together in a single property changes everything. No more to-ing and fro-ing between separate studios: meals, après-ski drinks and games nights are all shared, in a true communal living space. It is an economical choice, too, since the price per person falls noticeably when you fill one large property rather than taking several small rentals.

A large chalet or apartment also offers generous shared spaces: a bright sitting room, a kitchen equipped for cooking together, and enough bathrooms to go round. Everyone keeps a little privacy in the evening while enjoying the shared warmth by day. For a successful ski holiday, it is the best of both worlds.

Val Thorens, the ideal resort for a group getaway

Val Thorens is the highest resort in Europe, with a village perched at around 2,300 metres in the commune of Les Belleville in Savoie. This altitude earns it a reputation for long, reliable snow cover, generally from late November to early May depending on the season, which leaves a wide window for organising a group stay.

The resort is linked to the 3 Vallées, billed as the largest ski area in the world. Beginners and confident skiers alike are well served by the same lift pass, a real boon when a group brings together very mixed abilities. Val Thorens is also a car-free, ski-in/ski-out resort, which greatly simplifies the logistics of travelling as a group. To plan activities and events, the Val Thorens tourist office gathers the essential practical information.

Chalet Selaou and the large apartments at Les Ancolies

At Résidence Les Ancolies, several properties lend themselves to large groups. The right choice depends on your numbers and your budget.

• Chalet Selaou, for up to 10 guests, the flagship option for bringing two families or a big group of friends together.
• The 8-guest Grand Confort Apartment, for a plush stay with refined finishes.
• The 8-guest Standard Apartment, the best value for money for groups of eight.

In all, the residence offers seven upmarket properties, sleeping four to eight guests, plus Chalet Selaou. Most are ski-in/ski-out, a precious comfort in the morning when everyone is gearing up at once. You can therefore house a very large group on a single site, combining several apartments where needed, while everyone keeps a space to call their own.

Organising a group stay without the stress

A group stay takes a little planning, but nothing complicated with a few pointers.

• Book early: the school holidays and the big winter weeks fill up quickly, especially for the largest properties.
• Assign the bedrooms in advance to spare any debate on arrival, bearing in mind couples, children and early risers.
• Arrange lift passes and lessons ahead of time: the French Ski School offers group lessons suited to every level, handy when the party mixes beginners and seasoned skiers.
• Plan the meals: a large kitchen lets you alternate home-cooked evenings with outings to the resort’s restaurants.

On site, stays generally run from Saturday to Saturday, with check-in from 5 pm and check-out at 10 am. After a day’s skiing, a spell in the sauna or hammam relaxes everyone before dinner. To refine your plans, the team answers enquiries within 24 hours: do use the Contact page to confirm availability and put your questions to us.

Group life and on-site services

The appeal of a large property lies as much in everything that happens around the skiing. The moments shared on coming in from the slopes, a hot chocolate for the children, a drink for the grown-ups, often make the finest memories. Being close to the lifts and the resort’s shops makes errands and outings effortless, with no car in sight.

To discover more ideas for activities and walks around the resort, the Savoie Mont Blanc region is presented in detail on the Savoie Mont Blanc Tourisme website. And if you are still weighing up the format, an overview of our chalets and apartments will help you picture the capacity and atmosphere of each property.