Self-catering apartment near Chamonix slopes

Résidence Pierre & Vacances La Rivière features 2 buildings and is located 5 minutes from the resort centre in Chamonix. The studios and 1-bedroom apartments are equipped with a self-catering kitchen area with hot plates, dishwasher, microwave and refrigerator. They have a private bathroom. The residence is a short bus ride from the slopes, and a 5-minute walk from the bars and restaurants for evening entertainment. Upon prior reservation, guests can purchase ski passes and rent ski equipment at the property. During winter, there is a shopping delivery service available at an additional cost and bread and pastries delivery service is available at the reception.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Pierre & Vacances Résidences
Hotel chain/brand
Pierre & Vacances Résidences

Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, this property has an excellent location score of 9.4

Private parking available on-site


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
1 bunk bed
and
1 sofa bed
Bedroom 1
1 bunk bed
Bedroom 2
1 double bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
Bedroom
1 double bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
Bedroom
1 double bed
and
1 bunk bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
Bedroom
1 double bed
and
4 bunk beds
Living room
1 sofa bed
1 bunk bed
and
1 sofa bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Cam
    Vietnam Vietnam
    Everything, location, cleaness, reception, house supplements .... were excellent
  • Penny
    South Africa South Africa
    The location was brilliant and we booked it at the last minute in the week of UTMB so we were very lucky to get it.
  • Sultan
    Kazakhstan Kazakhstan
    amazing, wonderful, splendid, beautiful hotel! the reception speaks all languages )))))))))))))))))))) and thank you for free bus and train ticket ! amazing kitchen you have! the view from our balcony was to the river, we liked it very much!
  • Margaret
    Ireland Ireland
    Staff friendly and helpful. Very close to town centre and bus stops.
  • Corina
    Germany Germany
    Very good location with a view of the mountains. There was a dishwasher, a coffee machine, and a fully equipped kitchen. The apartment was clean and we had everything we needed. The bus stop was very close, and the reception staff were very...
  • Kaushal_patel
    India India
    The property is located right in the city center, which is both beautiful and convenient to explore on foot. I highly recommend visiting the area. Aiguille du Midi and Gare Station for Glass de Mer are nearby and easily accessible. We had a...
  • Reshma
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great location, Value for money, Nice apartment Good people at the reception Great view
  • Manish
    India India
    The place is located v close to the city center. Pretty neatly maintained. The lady at the reception gave us right directions to visit the city center. 2 mins walk from the bus station to go to other cities/towns. Overall a satisfied stay
  • Pohan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    It only takes 5 mins being the central, bus stop and the cable car station. it's quite perfect location for anyone from Geneva airport
  • Rebecca
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The location near the bus station is great and they gave us a room overlooking Mt Blanc, Beatuiful. We were given free bus travel in the area which we used everyday. The staff were friendly and helpful 10/10. They have a games room wich is great...

Managed by Pierre & Vacances

Company review score: 8.7Based on 141,592 reviews from 194 properties
194 managed properties

Company information

Created in 1967 in Avoriaz, Pierre & Vacances has been offering residences in the heart of the most beautiful destinations by the sea, in the mountains and in the countryside for over 55 years. A benchmark player in French tourism, with a strong local presence, Pierre & Vacances is committed to local, low-carbon holidays. The brand's mission is to bring its customers closer to their surroundings, by offering them the best locations, breathtaking views, accommodation and services designed with families in mind, swimming pools in the majority of its residences and teams to help customers discover the destination. Today, with almost 200 residences in France and Spain, Pierre & Vacances welcomes over 2 million holidaymakers every year. Our mission is to make you prefer holidays closer to home. We are committed to reducing our carbon emissions linked to the energy consumption of our residences and have put in place an initial energy sobriety plan to be launched in 2022. "At Pierre & Vacances, we are convinced that settling in the heart of the most beautiful destinations makes our customers' holidays a success"

Property information

Just a stone's throw from entertainment and the station, the La Rivière residence is surrounded by the sumptuous scenery of the Alps, at the foot of Mont Blanc. It will delight lovers of hiking and mountain activities. You'll love : - Discover Chamonix and its rich and colourful history, and its unique cultural and architectural heritage combining tradition and modernity. - An ideally located residence, right in the centre of town and less than 10 minutes' walk from the train station. - A wide range of activities and excursions in the surrounding area.

Neighbourhood information

Situated at the foot of Mont Blanc, in the heart of the Alps, Chamonix is an authentic resort with an international reputation: - 3 ski areas to suit all levels of ability. - A lively, chic and friendly pedestrianised town centre. - Many and varied activities and events in the town of Chamonix.

Languages spoken

English,Spanish,French,Italian

Property surroundings

House rules

Résidence Pierre & Vacances La Rivière takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 17:00 to 19:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 10:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of € 200 is required on arrival. That's about US$233. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 12 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
€ 45 per stay

Prices for cots are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Groups
When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Accepted payment methods
VisaMastercardCash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Reception opening hours:

- Sunday to Friday: 09:00 to 12:00 and 16:00 to 20:00.

- Saturday: 08:00 to 21:00

If you expect to arrive outside reception opening hours, please inform the property in advance. Contact details can be found on the booking confirmation.

For every length of stay, beds can be made upon arrival at an extra cost per person.

Prices include : accommodation, bath linen (1 big towel + 1 small towel), cleaning linen (kitchen towel + bath mat), bed linen, cleaning kit, final cleaning (except for kitchen area and dishes), TV, all taxes and fees (except for the tourist tax ) and free basic WiFi (for up to 5 devices).

Guests staying longer than one week can renew their choice of services at the reception at the end of each week.

After booking, you may reserve the location of your accommodation by calling the residence. Location preferences are subject to availability and available at an additional cost.

For any invoice requests, please note that the name used will be the name stated on the reservation.

In case the total amount of the reservation is not paid in the timeframe set in the policies, the property reserves the right to cancel the reservation and apply cancellation fees.

Please note that any modification may incur a fee.

Credit card is the only accepted method of payment.

Please note that the use of parking is subject to availability for an additional charge of

* 55€/week during winter

* 50€/week during summer

Please reach out to Résidence Pierre & Vacances La Rivière directly.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Résidence Pierre & Vacances La Rivière in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

A damage deposit of € 200 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.