Auberge la Boerne

Stayed a night here during our hike along the TMB. Though it's near the main part of town, it was quite a steep ascent to get to the refuge which was a little infuriating after a full day of hiking already. That's a matter of circumstance however, so not really a big matter. The rooms however, were absolutely packed with no space to move around or even stand. People were packed like sardines in each room, and I could hear the commotion across the board as people saw their rooms for the first time and exclaimed in surprise and amusement at the situation. Some of the rooms had windows, but most of these windows opened into other bunks, rendering them pointless. There was limited ventilation and we had to end up sleeping with our door open, but at the cost of privacy and security. Even though we had a private room, no keys were given so we couldn't even lock our belongings. The food was decent for what it was – a bean medley with plain rice for mains, and bread and cheese and salad for starters, with lemon cake for dessert. However, given the price paid and the proximity to the main town of Chamonix and transportation, this is rather appalling. No meat was served at all, whilst I had meat even on the mountaintop refuges which were by bounds more inaccessible! The toilets and shower facilities are all shared, not just by the people staying in the building but also with the campers nearby. From what I could see, I could only count 2 toilet bowls and 3 showers in the whole building, which isn't enough to service everyone. If this were on a mountaintop where resources are scarce, I would be able to understand slightly more..but given the circumstances it was rather puzzling. My only guess was that margins are the main consideration instead of customer experience, probably knowing that most people have no choice but to take any refuge they can get anyway.

These rooms are danger traps. Claustrophobic. Skinny ladders. Low roofs. Absolutely horrible. I should have left before trying to sleep in here. Dinner was a simple tomato based veggie chili with rice. Lettuce with salad dressing.

I camped here in their lawn across the stream. It was 40€ and a shower, dinner, breakfast, and wifi/electricity was included in it. Dinner was rice and a bean medley chili, so probably one of the worse meals on the TMB, but still healthy, nutritious, and filling. Camping was pleasant in a pretty terrace across the stream from the refuge.

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.

Very cozy and nice ! Dinner was good value although I can see how some people might see it as inadequate as it’s shared plates across the whole table so if you have lots of hungry people you could run out . Not enough places to charge devices !

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!

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