Auberge la Boerne

When we arrived I was charmed by the adorable outdoor patio, flowers and location. It turned out to be the absolute worst stay on the entire TMB. The accommodations were terrible - my bed was literally a rock, it was insanely loud, and oppressively hot. I think I slept about 2 hours the entire night. The food was the worst I had on the 10 day trek. Whatever you do, don’t get the pack lunch!!! Better yet, look for another place to lodge!!!!!

Although the place is considering itself a bivouac spot - (it is more like really little campsite) - the capacity is very limited - despite quite large area it accommodates only 20 people (not tents!). Quite a lot of hikers on TMB are heading there looking to bivouac and are sent away by really rude owner. The situation results in huge amount of TMB hikers flooding the city and trying to find a place to set up their tents and bothering the locals, that seem to be not very happy about the situations that is likely happening day after day. Take home message is - THIS IS NOT a bivouac spot - try to plan accordingly and try to adjust your plans so you don't end up in this village - helplessly roaming around.

Huge rip off. €40 a night. And no one is even willing to tell you what’s going on ( if you don’t speak French you’re screwed)… I should have went to any other campsite. Next time i’ll know better

This place has so much charm. We learned it is over 200 years old and it is everything you want a hostel to be after a long hike. The gardens are gorgeous- the service was phenomenal and the food for lunch amazing. The rooms are warm, not a lot of air flow, and very tiny. We likened it to an adult tree house. There were only two toilets and three showers so expect a small wait. Dinner was vegetarian and after burning so many calories, we were hoping for some protein other than chickpeas but otherwise delicious. Their homemade bread was the best we’ve had on our trip and they also sold sausage and cheese as well. Breakfast was incredibly sparse and for a long days hike ahead, left us wanting more. The only option was cereal, coffee, juice and bread. All in all it was a great experience and the amazing staff kept the place running very well. We would stay there again!

A charming rustic refuge right on the MTB. Lovely sunny terrace out front and staff are friendly whirlwinds of energy! The rooms are cramped and basic but beds are well constructed and showers are hot and toilets clean. Far from the most basic on the tour! Food simple and vegetarian on our night but tasty enough and good quantity. Camping option. Good breakfast up to usual TMB standard. We did not regret our stay one bit.

We stayed here as we ended Stage 9 of the Tour du Mont Blanc. The refuge is really pretty on the outside and well situated on the trail and with a plethora of flowers on buildings everywhere. Positively scenic! We arrived at around 2 PM and ordered a late lunch from the restaurant, a very fresh and beautiful tomato salad and Buddha Bowl. We were really excited about the opportunity to stay in the refuge especially after our delicious lunch. Unfortunately…||It went downhill from there! Way down hill! ||The upstairs is very OLD, not at all upgraded, lacks ventilation, and is all wood that is about 300 years old. There are only 2 toilets in the entire place and that accommodates both those staying in the refuge and camping on the property. The showers were tiny and were very cold. ||After checking into our room at 4, we were shown a “closet” or cupboard type space to sleep in. The room was slanted and very low with two cots on the floor. Laying on my back, my feet could touch the ceiling. We were over the kitchen with only little windows for ventilation which opened to the entry and kitchen area and the boot hallway. Our night was hot, stuffy, and truly felt like it was a fire hazard. I barely slept. The bunk rooms were jammed everywhere and some people’s feet were even dangling from the rafters as they had beds in the attic. This place was overcrowded and very uncomfortable. ||The refuge dinner was mediocre at best and consisted of a Dahl curry, French Bread, Rice, and applesauce for dessert. It was the worst dinner on the TMB also which was disappointing as lunch was so amazing. ||I would recommend staying in le Tour or Montroc which are both villages close by this section of the TMB trail. Get some sleep somewhere else as the ladders of Stage 10 require endurance!||As others stated, the staff were also not welcoming.

La Boerne offered the worst lodging experience ever. The broom closet we were told was our “private room” only fit two small camping pads side by side, was cramped, lacked ventilation, was very hot, stuffy, & loud- as it was right above the kitchen. people are packed in this tiny place like sardines. There are only 2 showers& 2 toilets to accommodate all hostel guests, as well as all those camping in the garden. The showers were ice cold for all of us. The Dahl curry was crunchy. It was the worst meal of the TMB by far. The worst for me, having celiac disease, was that I was promised a gluten free option for breakfast. I did ask to see the ingredients on the muesli package, I was told it was gf, but had reason to doubt. Indeed, wheat flakes were the second ingredient. I did go hungry on the last morning of my TMB hike, but was thankful not to be dealing with an allergic reaction, resulting from being misinformed. I’ve traveled the world over, stayed in many hostels all over Europe and Asia & this was the worst. The owners are only trying to maximize profit by packing bodies in. It’s unsanitary & frankly a fire hazard. They don’t have to worry about guests not returning as there are few other options in this area. The lodging demand is so high. I urge you not to stay here. had we known what it would be like we would have gladly slept outside, or paid a bit more for better, safer accommodations. We Didn’t sleep a wink in this cage.

Really enjoyed my stay here. Staff were friendly and helpful. The food was good. They did an impressive service of dinner to all guests at once. Good showers, comfortable bed, room with only 5 beds. The sauna and washer/dryer put it well above the other refuges on my TMB.