Refuge du Montenvers

Hotel · Chamonix

Refuge du Montenvers

Hotel · Chamonix

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Impasse du Montenvers, 74400 Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, France

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Rustic-chic rooms, panoramic mountain views, pet-friendly escape  

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Ski Hotels of the French Alps

"Refuge du Montenvers was built in 1880 to house the first alpinists coming to visit the dramatically named Mer de Glace (Sea of Ice) that flows right below the hotel’s windows." - Mark Fedeli

https://guide.michelin.com/us/en/article/travel/michelin-guide-best-french-alps-ski-hotels
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Forget Skiing, Visit the French Alps to Drink Wine

"A venerable refuge situated beside the Mer de Glace glacier and its train station, offering scenic pit-stop fare and housemade lemonade, wood-lined comfortable bedrooms and a dormitory for hikers looking for a straightforward alpine stay." - Nina Caplan

https://www.foodandwine.com/travel/summer-in-savoie
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Refuge du Montenvers, a Design Boutique Hotel Chamonix, France

"Only accessible by train, departing from Montenvers-Mer de Glace Train Station, Terminal Neige Refuge du Montenvers is a shelter-style hotel set in a 19th-century building and located at an altitude of 1913 metres in the Mont-Blanc mountain range. Free WiFi is available. The rooms come with heating, mountain views and a bathroom with a shower and Pure Altitude free toiletries. The dormitory has access to a shared bathroom. The on-site restaurant, Restaurant Le Montenvers, features French regional cuisine. A few metres away, guests can also enjoy a drink at Le Bar des Glaciers or a lunch at Le Panoramique restaurant which features a panoramic terrace with views of the Mer de Glace. Montenvers-Mer de Glace train stop is a 3-minute walk away." - My Boutique Hotel (en)

https://www.myboutiquehotel.com/en/boutique-hotels-chamonix-mont-blanc/terminal-neige-refuge-du-montenvers.html
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Refuge du Montenvers (Chamonix, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes) 1 Verified Reviews | Tablet Hotels

"In contrast with the wooden lodges common to the French Alps, the Refuge du Montenvers is a rugged stone structure, and one of the earliest Alpine hotels. Its most unique attribute is its position at the edge of the Mer de Glace, a spectacular valley glacier. It’s also unusual for its isolation: it’s only accessible via a half-hour train journey from Chamonix. The hotel’s own restaurant is a cozy wood-paneled space, and this high-altitude escape is also home to the Panoramique Mer de Glace, a bistro with a jaw-dropping view of the Aguilles du Dru peaks and the eponymous glacier." - Tablet Hotels

https://www.tablethotels.com/en/chamonix-hotels/refuge-du-montenvers
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Kate Morley

Google
The most special accommodation I have ever stayed at. The staff were so lovely and helpful, and went above and beyond to make sure our stay was super special. Food was spectacular. The accomodation itself is beautifully restored and in keeping with the landscape. It felt like a dream the entire stay. Can’t wait to return.

Sophia Ferguson

Google
Absolutely magical stay at Hotel Montenvers. The experience was made truly unforgettable thanks to the incredible manager, who went above and beyond to make us feel completely at home. His warmth and attentiveness set the tone for the whole visit, nothing was too much trouble. One of the standout moments was how they kindly prepared a raw meal for my dog, which was so thoughtful and appreciated. The setting is beyond breathtaking. There’s nothing quite like waking up to sunrise over the glacier and towering peaks. With the train not running until later in the morning, we had a rare moment of total tranquility to take in the views before any crowds arrived. A stunning and peaceful escape with genuinely exceptional hospitality. Highly recommend.

Edward Salter

Google
I have been up to Refuge du Montenvers each year since it opened. It is a very rare place that embodies the spirit and triumph of adventure and great achievement, while retaining a humble humility reflected in the experience, the hospitality, the decor and the setting beneath the might of Mont Blanc while perched valiantly on its promontory. The staff are always excellent and welcoming hosts and the new manager and grand hostess Elizabeth really bring it all together. I felt very at home and safe, especially after making the risky climb just before nightfall in heavy snow this winter, a reminder that this is more than an incredible hotel with many comforts and remains an important refuge that saves lives to this day, where the doors are always left open at night…

Sylvain St-Pierre

Google
We really enjoyed our stay, such peaceful and magical place. Nothing better to recharge one's batteries. The evening was spectacular, eating and hearing the big waterfalls, one could stare at the mountains and the glacier for days. I can only try to imagine what it would have looked like in the early part of the 20th century. The refuge is definitely a special place. We will be back again!

Sara

Google
Relaxing, cozy & unforgettable place 1,900m up Mount Blanc. Our family stayed the night, 1/2 pension, which includes dinner & breakfast. Dinner was delicious, and the staff is very warm, friendly and accommodating to families. The redhead especially holds down the fort and manages things beautifully. Our room had a little bunk room for the kids and a nicely updated bathroom. There was a blazing fire to sit by after dinner in the bar area. We will never forget our night on Mount Blanc.

Sean T

Google
Absolutely wonderful stay! Julian and team were outstanding. We were celebrating a wedding present with our sister and brother in law. The food was amazing, the drink plenty and the views to die for. We felt really special and enjoyed every moment. Thank you.

Vivien22

Google
I book a 500euro gift card for my parents in law. The validity is only of 2 years. When my parents in law tried to book a night the gift card was 5 months expired. Even after several emails, no help from the hotel. They cashed the 500euros and provided no service. How is this even legal in France?

Oleksandr Kit

Google
The hotel itself is a very well preserved historic building in a great location. On a busy summer day it feels understaffed, and would definitely benefit from more staff, and more experienced staff around the restaurant.