On top of its first-class slopes, the legendary Alpine ski resort of Courchevel is treating winter sports enthusiasts to its gourmet restaurants and an unrivalled service. Opening on December 6 and closing on April 21, this 2024–2025 season is inviting its international guests to enjoy skiing, excellent food, great events, shopping, vibrant parties and unique SPA programs. Hello Monaco is introducing you to all the big openings and new projects in the upcoming season.
Hotels and chalets
The French Dokhan Luxury Hotel Group has recently announced the re-opening of the five-star Alpes Hôtel du Pralong. This historic complex has been synonymous with luxury mountain holidays for decades. This season the renovated hotel has acquired a new modern look, while naturally keeping its Alpine charm. With its 65 rooms and 9 suites, it boasts direct access to the slopes, a swimming pool, a spa, a restaurant and bar.
Courchevel 1850 is a favourite holiday destination for Principality residents and Monaco companies are increasingly present here. For example, the SBM group has filed a building permit for the Monte-Carlo One Courchevel hotel. With construction due to start in April-May, its delivery is scheduled for late 2026 – early 2027.
The Monegasque developer and popular restaurants’ owner, The JV Pastor group, has also announced the opening of a signature hotel and restaurant in winter 2025–2026. The project is inspired by the Maya Bay brand, so loved in Monaco and beyond. The hotel complex in the heart of Courchevel 1850 is ideally located for easy access to the slopes and boutiques. Its 17 designer rooms and suites, ranging from 20 to 230 m2 and designed by the architect Sylvestre Murigneux, are eager to welcome their guests. Offering a chilled and relaxing vibe, the interior is using natural materials in the Asian signature style. Crystal by the prestigious French Lalique is adding to the classy decor. For a gastronomic experience, head to the Maya Bay. This Japanese and Thai restaurant has gained a reputation well beyond the Principality, in Dubai, Mykonos, Riyadh and Montenegro.
SPA
In this coming season, Le Lana hotel is unveiling a renovated SPA complex by French Clarins, offering a premium jacuzzi, sauna and ice bath.
The 5* Le Chabichou has also signed a partnership with Shiseido, soon to introduce treatments inspired by the legendary Japanese brand.
The SPA centre at La Sivolière is a perfect place to relax after a busy day in the mountains. Organic cosmetics-based treatments will give a good boost to your face and body.
Six Senses is introducing a new relaxation program aimed at working with energy. Its guests will get to enjoy Ayurvedic aromatherapy by the Australian brand.
Restaurants
Rewarded with its first Michelin star in 2024, the Alpage at the Annapurna hotel is opening the winter season with this new status. Jean-Rémy Caillon and La Maison Pinturault have joined forces to take on the challenge, using an eco-friendly approach to cooking. Taken from the Savoyard dialect, the name ‘alpage’ evokes majestic mountains, lakes and valleys. The untouched nature finds its way onto your plate. The chef is treating each ingredient with utmost care, with his unique approach to cooking. Discover the eco-friendly modern cuisine and taste the local Savoyard dishes here.
Star chef Sylvestre Wahid has been working at Les Grand Alps hotel for two seasons. Last year the food critics awarded the intimate Sylvestre restaurant a second Michelin star. Sylvestre believes the food to be at the heart of our well-being and longevity. His signature menu is honouring both haute cuisine and his origins, focusing on spices from his childhood memories and Silk Road aromas. According to Sylvester, his unique menu is more of a journey across land, sea, mountains, valleys and, of course, the Alps. Here you will get to enjoy Lobster risotto (frégola Sarda) with foie gras from the Landes region and an Italian radicchio red salad with wild duck (canard de Madame Burgaud). In addition to delicious food and wine pairing, guests are offered a non-alcoholic menu, including kombucha, fruit and herbal essences, skillfully paired with local dishes.
Chef Sylvestre Wahid has been working at the Les Grandes Alpes hotel for three seasons. Last year, food critics awarded the intimate Sylvestre restaurant a second Michelin star. Sylvestre believes food is at the heart of our well-being and longevity. His signature menu honours both haute cuisine and his heritage, focusing on spices from his childhood memories and aromas of the Silk Road. According to Sylvestre, his unique menu is a journey across land, sea, mountains, valleys, and, of course, the Alps. Here, you can enjoy Lobster risotto (frégola sarda) with foie gras from the Landes region and a red Italian radicchio salad with wild duck (canard de Madame Burgaud). In addition to exquisite food and wine pairings, guests are offered a non-alcoholic menu, including kombucha, fruit, and herbal essences, skillfully paired with local dishes.
The chefs from the Hôtel du Cap-Eden-Roc are swapping sunny Antibes for the snowy slopes. The pop-up Giovanni’s is treating us to a delicious Italian pizza by French champions Jean-Luc Lefrançois and Jérémy Viale. Try timeless classics at the five-star L’Apogée hotel.
Best Parties
Bagatelle Courchevel is a favourite with all those who love partying after a day on the slopes. Perched at the top of the mountains, it has more surprises in store for us!
Having celebrated its 70th anniversary last year, Cap Horn is ready to delight us with more after-ski parties and an international line-up.
If you want to have some real fun, go to La Ferme Saint-Amour. Enjoy its cuisine signed by the multi-starred Chef Eric Frechon, vibrant DJ sets and discos that have long become legendary. This season, two more famous ski resorts Swiss Gstaad and Crans-Montana, are welcoming the project.
