Hotel Village Montana

Surrounded by nature, mountains, and some other hotels, the Hotel Village Montana embraces Savoyard charm from the get-go. Wooden balconies on its traditional stone exterior are brimming with colorful flowers and old-fashioned lanterns, making for an authentic first impression. Contemporary interiors retain rustic charm, while taxidermy on wood-paneled walls around log fireplaces are homey. The lounge's burnt oranges and chocolate browns get lighter in dining areas, while an outdoor terrace has bright-orange furniture is hard to miss even with the breathtaking mountain vistas. Views are equally beautiful from the outdoor pool, although this area gets crowded with kids. Throughout the year, guests primarily are families with kids, so couples seeking romance may prefer to look elsewhere.

The hotel sits among the prestigious Espace Killy slopes. While skiers can access the multiple nearby lifts, those wishing to partake in the town's offerings or summer fun won't have to walk farther than 10 minutes. The Palafour lift and Toviere gondola are across the street and both Almes and Chaudanne lifts are a two-minute walk (or faster ski). A free bus runs to farther slopes. Tignes is a six-minute walk and its lively shops, bars, restaurants, and ski school are all within a 10-minute walk. Equally close, Tignes Lake is beautiful and offers summer activities including beach volleyball and pedal boats. La Grande Motte glacier is a 40-minute drive. Chambery-Savoie Airport is a two-hour drive and it's well over three hours by car to Turin Airport.

Large rooms continue the property's rustic motifs, though their faux fur throws, muted gray surfaces, and back-lit shelving are contemporary. Paneled walls in textured woods feel traditional, while patchwork fabrics on chairs are funky. Amenities include desks, flat-screen TVs, phones, safes, and air-conditioning, but rooms lack fridges and tea- and coffee-making facilities. The 33-square-meter (355-square-foot) Family Rooms have bunk beds and a master bedroom, while split-level Suites add on living areas, plus hydro-massage baths and private saunas in some. Double sliding doors open up onto small furnished balconies, where views are either of mountains, the pool, or nearby village, but all guarantee a good dose of fresh mountain air. Sleek, minimalist bathrooms have shower/tub combos, heated towel rails, and Vrai toiletries. Hairdryers, slippers, and bathrobes come standard.

Hotel Village Montana offers a good range of amenities for families on vacation in both the winter and summer. The heated outdoor pool is on the small side, though it's open year-round and views of nearby chalets and mountains are gorgeous. Chairs surround it, but they aren't the fully reclining type. There's no dedicated play area for kids, meaning they tend to be at the pool. Spa access requires a fee in winter, but it has a steam room, sauna, whirlpool, and popular massage treatments. La Flambee serves mulled wines, cocktails, and soft drinks in a cozy setting. The on-site Les Chanterelles restaurant is sun-flooded from floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking a terrace and its five-course gourmet meals come with cheese and dessert buffets. La Chaumiere offers Savoyard specialities and Italian dishes, but note it's off-site. The breakfast buffet is plentiful and of good quality, though it's not included in rates. The hotel provides cheap summer passes for activities, from tennis to sailing, while its winter amenities include an on-site ski shop, heated boot lockers, and ski passes sold on-site. Secure underground parking is at a fee, while Wi-Fi is free throughout.