The French ski resort of Val d’Isère is buried at the end of a snowy alpine valley with the Italian border just beyond its steep ridges. For serious skiers, the allure of Val d’Isère is magnetic, as the childhood home of Jean Claude-Killy, three-time gold medal winner at the Grenoble 1968 Olympics.
Hotel le Savoie – located on the main street in Val d’Isere is in the heart of the village. This 25-room Relais & Chateaux hotel is an oasis in every sense.
La Peau de Vache – located just off the Bellevarde Express Chair is this cozy restaurant serving traditional meals, huge hamburgers and generous salads. Leave room for dessert (if you can). Open daily, reservations recommended +33(0)4 79 06 11 29
La Fruiterie – Located at the top of the la Daille gondola is the winning combination of La Folie Douce bar/disco/restaurant and its sister restaurant La Fruiterie. Weather dependent you can dine on a huge sunny terrace or inside in the main restaurant or better yet in the wine cellar – where you will soon forget you are wearing ski boots. Open daily, reservations highly recommended +33(0)4 79 06 01 47
Le Panoramic – Perched on the edge of the Grande Motte glacier at 3032 metres, this restaurant offers a uniquely crafted daily menu with outstanding 360 degree views. Open Daily reservations recommended +33 (0)4 79 06 47 21
Le Grain de Sel in the Hotel le Savoie offers superb dining on an enclosed, heated terrace. Perfect for a special evening. Reservations required +33 (0)4 79 00 01 15
