Overview

88 Rooms
2 hours Transfer time
Bed & breakfast Board basis

Nestled at 2,300 meters in the heart of Val Thorens, the highest ski resort in Europe, Altapura is a 5-star hotel that captures the essence of high-altitude living. Designed for ski lovers, design aficionados, and seekers of expansive alpine beauty, Altapura blends 70s inspiration with the iconic architecture of Charlotte Perriand to create a modern mountain sanctuary.

With 88 stylish rooms and suites, refined dining options, a dedicated ski concierge, and the serene Spa by CODAGE, Altapura offers guests an unforgettable blend of luxury and authenticity. Its unique indoor/outdoor swimming pool completes the picture, inviting visitors to fully immerse themselves in the magic of the 3 Valleys.

Food and Drink at Altapura

Every morning begins with a generous breakfast buffet—a vital ritual for skiers—offering a range of energizing, indulgent, and healthy options, all served with panoramic views of the stunning Caron peak.

With the half-board package, guests are invited to explore a variety of culinary delights across three unique restaurants:

  • Casa Alta
    Set within the former 2Mille3 building, Casa Alta welcomes guests for lunch and dinner with two distinct menus. At midday, diners can enjoy sunny brasserie-style cuisine, while evenings bring an elegant Italian-inspired experience, finished with a tempting dessert buffet.
  • Altayaki
    A bold culinary journey awaits at Altayaki, where Asian and European flavors fuse in an explosion of creativity. With an inventive menu and an exceptional selection of sake, this new dining concept promises an unforgettable gastronomic adventure.
  • La Laiterie
    Cheese lovers will delight in La Laiterie, where exclusive fondues and raclettes, crafted in collaboration with renowned regional cheesemonger Boujon—offer an authentic and indulgent alpine experience.

Relaxation & Rejuvenation at the Spa by CODAGE
Step into over 1,000 m² dedicated to wellness and discover the perfect space for relaxation, recovery, and rejuvenation.

Wellness Features Include:

  • A tranquil indoor/outdoor pool with views of Cime Caron
  • Soothing Jacuzzi
  • A revitalizing Nordic Spiral, combining dry/wet heat, cascading showers, and a refreshing snow igloo experience
  • Six treatment cabins including a duo suite for shared moments
  • Bespoke treatments by CODAGE Paris, tailored to each guest for a unique moment of well-being

Whether preparing for a day on the slopes or winding down afterward, the spa at Altapura offers a haven of peace and healing in the heart of the mountains.

What we like about Altapura Val Thorens

  • Ski in, ski out location - direct access to the slopes from the boot room
  • Wonderfully light Nordic design with heaps of integrated tech

Worth knowing

  • There are three restaurants with three different themes
  • In-house ski shop by Goitschel

Features

  • Ski in / ski out
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Terrace
  • Spa
  • Pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Hammam
  • Sauna
  • Massage
  • Complimentary WiFi
  • Concierge
  • Jacuzzi
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Altapura enjoys a prime ski-in/ski-out location with direct access to the Plein Sud chairlift and the extensive 3 Valleys ski area. Situated just below the main resort, the hotel offers the tranquility of the mountainside while remaining a 5-minute walk or 2-minute shuttle ride from the vibrant village center of Val Thorens, home to a variety of shops and restaurants.

  • Ski region
    Les 3 Vallées
  • Distance to slopes
    Ski in, ski out
  • Distance to town
    Central

Rooms

Each of the 61 rooms and 27 suites at the Altapura Val Thorens feature the following amenities: 

  • Complimentary WiFi
  • Flat screen TV with pay movies
  • iPod dock
  • Room service and minibar
  • Computer
  • Safe
  • Phone
  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Nespresso machine
  • Kettle

Classic Room

Classic rooms consist of a double bed, plus a sofa bed for one child, a bathroom with separate bath and shower, as well as sweeping mountain views.

Approx. 28m², sleeps max. 3 

Club Room

Club rooms consist of a king bed, plus a sofa bed for one child, a bathroom with separate bath and shower, as well as sweeping mountain views.

Approx. 29m², sleeps max. 3 

Deluxe Room

Deluxe rooms consist of a king bed plus sofa bed, a bathroom with separate bath and shower, as well as sweeping mountain views.

Approx. 32m², sleeps max. 4 

Junior Family Suite

Junior Family suites consist of an open living area to the bedroom with a double bed, a small adjoining room for one or two children and a bathroom with separate bath and shower.

Approx. 40m², sleeps max. 5 

Duplex Suite

Duplex suites are set over two floors: the first floor contains a spacious living room with sofa bed for one or two children and bathroom with shower, whilst the second level mezzanine contains a bedroom with double bed and open bathroom with bath.

Approx. 41m², sleeps max. 5

Suite

Suites are the ultimate in luxury at the Altapura, ranging from split level family retreats to lavish abodes for a couple.

Approx. 50m², sleeps max. 6

Facilities

  • Casa Alta Restaurant - Chic Italian
  • Altayaki - New Restaurant where Asia meets Europe
  • La Laiterie fondue and raclette restaurant
  • Bar with outdoor terrace
  • Pure Altitude Spa by Codage
  • Indoor/outdoor swimming pool
  • Sauna
  • Jacuzzi
  • Hammam
  • Massage services
  • Complimentary WiFi
  • Concierge
  • Children’s area
  • Conference and seminar rooms
  • Complimentary shuttle bus service to the resort centre
  • Room service available

Board basis: 

  • Bed & breakfast as standard
  • Upgrade tohalf-board

Resort guide

Val Thorens

The resort
Resort height - 2,300m
Highest point - 3,230m

Ski areaLes Trois Vallées - 600km of piste

Slopes
Although Val Thorens is suited mainly for beginners and intermediates there are still plenty of challenging runs - especially if you look towards the rest of the three valleys ski area.

Green runs 13%
Blue runs 39%
Red runs 38%
Black runs 10%

Lifts - 180

Season length - November to May

Resort ratings
Beginners - 4/5
Intermediates - 5/5
Experts - 4/5
Snowboarders - 4/5
Families - 3/5
Après - 4/5
Eating out - 4/5
Charm - 2/5

Activities
Bowling | cinema | glacier touring | ice driving | luge | parapenting | snowshoeing | tobogganing | winter walking

Transfer times
Due to the fact that flights into Chambery and Grenoble tend to only be available on the weekends, we use Geneva as our main airport.

Chambery - 1 hour 45 minutes
Grenoble - 2 hours 15 minutes
Geneva - 2 hours 30 minutes

Val Thorens local lift pass
3 day lift pass from £148
6 day lift pass from £248

3 Valleys lift pass
3 day lift pass from £178
6 day lift pass from £297

This pass includes Meribel and Courchevel as well as the rest of the Belleville Valley and La Masse. The largest linked ski area in the world.

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