Auberge du ManoirvsGrand Hotel des Alpes
Both hotels are praised by travel writers. Overall, Grand Hotel des Alpes scores marginally better than Auberge du Manoir. Grand Hotel des Alpes comes in at #4 in French Alps with approval from 3 sources including Oyster, Afar Magazine and Lonely Planet.
Auberge du Manoir
8 route du Bouchet, 74400 Chamonix
From $0/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Shuttle Bus
- Pool
- Free Parking
Fodor's
"For the feel of an authentic family-run mountain lodge—complete with wood paneling, flower-festooned balconies with delicious mountain views, and a resident golden retriever, this a great choice." Full review
Oyster
Mid-Range
"The 24-room mid-range Auberge Le Manoir is a charming chalet nestled in Chamonix, France’s famous Alps village." Full review
Lonely Planet
"This beautifully converted farmhouse, ablaze with geraniums in summer, offers 18 pine-panelled rooms that are quaint but never cloying, pristine mountain views, an outdoor hot tub, a sauna and a bar." Full review
Grand Hotel des Alpes
Rue du Docteur Paccard, 75, 74400 Chamonix
From $269/night
- Pet Friendly
- Bar/Lounge
- Hot Tub
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Laundry Service
Lonely Planet
"Established in 1840, this grand old dame and her 30 rooms exude timeless elegance." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"The 30-room upscale Grand Hotel des Alpes has warm and inviting rooms with solid oak details and gorgeous marble baths right in the center of Chamonix town." Full review
Afar Magazine
"Those looking to be in the thick of the action in Chamonix can do no better than the stately Grand Hôtel des Alpes, occupying its site on the main pedestrian thoroughfare." Full review
Lonely Planet
Top choice
"Exuding belle époque charm, this buttercup and powder-blue hotel is one of the prettiest buildings in Chamonix" Full review