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Hôtel Chris-tal

3.0 star property
Slopeside fun with indoor pool and restaurant

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Sauna
Private kitchenette
Exterior
Terrace/patio
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Regional cuisine, pool views
Hôtel Chris-tal combines wellness and winter sports. Book a massage to unwind or head directly to the slopes. LA DENT DU GEANT restaurant serves regional dishes by the pool. Enjoy the arcade and WiFi throughout. Positive reviews from previous guests.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Pet-friendly
  • Pool
  • Laundry

Room options

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Balcony

Standard Quadruple Room (Balcon)

Highlights

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

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Premium bedding, down duvets, soundproofing, WiFi

Standard Double Room, Kitchen

Highlights

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

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Premium bedding, down duvets, soundproofing, WiFi

Superior Quadruple Room, Kitchen

Highlights

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

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In-room dining

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

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Premium bedding, down duvets, soundproofing, WiFi

Standard Double or Twin Room

Highlights

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

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Premium bedding, down duvets, soundproofing, WiFi

Standard Triple Room

Highlights

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

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Premium bedding, down duvets, soundproofing, WiFi

Standard Room (Economy 2 pers)

Highlights

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

Located in Les Houches, Hôtel Chris-tal is near a train station and in the mountains. Chamonix - Planpraz Ski Lift and Megeve Ski Resort are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Aiguille du Midi and Mont Blanc. Crystal Museum Chamonix and Montenvers Tram are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, downhill skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowshoeing.
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Map
242 Avenue des Alpages, Les Houches, Haute-Savoie, 74310

What's nearby

  • Tour du Mont Blanc - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Bellevue Cable Car - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Les Houches Ski Resort - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Prarion Gondola - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Parc de Merlet - 9 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Annapurna2 Grill N' Curry - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Hôtel Les Aiglons bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Cha Cha Cha - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Le Solerey - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Le Vert - ‬6 min drive

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/games room and a library, guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • An indoor pool and an outdoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), an outdoor tennis court and a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • An electric car charging station, express check-in and 1 meeting room
Room features
All guest rooms at Hôtel Chris-tal feature thoughtful touches, such as premium bedding and pillow menus, in addition to amenities, such as air conditioning and WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and down duvets
  • TVs with cable channels

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10 AM for a fee: EUR 11 for adults and EUR 7 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • LA DENT DU GEANT

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle storage
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Sauna
  • Ski storage
  • Ski-in/ski-out access

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 100% renewable energy
  • 3 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Built in 1968
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Mobile key entry
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

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 and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 16

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
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 are 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 60 kg per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

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: from approximately EUR 11 for adults and from 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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 the 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
Hôtel Chris-tal
Hotel Chris tal
Hôtel Chris-tal Hotel
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 60 kg 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?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late checkout 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 Les Houches hotel offers ski-in/ski-out access within 1 mile (2 km) of Tour du Mont Blanc, Les Houches Ski Resort and Bellevue Cable Car. Prarion Gondola and Maison Neuve Ski Lift are also within 3 miles (5 km). Les Houches Station is 8 minutes by foot and Taconnaz Station is 25 minutes.

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Reviews

Hôtel Chris-tal Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.6

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

8.0

Staff & service

8.4

Eco-friendliness

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
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

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 traveller

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 traveller

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 traveller

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 traveller

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 traveller

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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