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About Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise

Set between Bourg-Saint-Maurice and Val d’Isère in the Tarentaise Valley, Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise is a lovely mountain village, well-placed for winter or summer holidays in the Alps. A small choice of excellent accommodation options cater to couples, friends and families with a variety of tastes and budgets. Friendly and characterful, our pick of the best places to stay in Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise showcase the area’s ample charm and enduring traditions of warm hospitality.

Part of the joy of basing yourself in Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise is the opportunity to discover the area’s rich heritage. Admire historic buildings, stroll through pretty hamlets and take guided, culture-focused walking or cycling tours. Delightful Savoyard cuisine also awaits, with particularly fabulous produce on offer during the summer months.

Active explorers can enjoy hiking, mountain biking, horse riding, fishing and rafting during the summer, whilst winter travellers will adore skiing and snowboarding. The resorts of Tignes, Les Arcs and Val d’Isère are within easy reach, perfect for days of zipping down snow-clad slopes, honing your skills at a ski school or simply marvelling at the views over the surrounding mountains. Return to one of the best places to stay in Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise to curl up by the fire and savour flavoursome regional dishes.

The Best Places to Stay in Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise

For a Boutique B&B

  • Mineral Lodge has just five chic rooms, well-suited to couples or families eager to base themselves somewhere tranquil in the Vanoise Valley. Contemporary rooms feature light wood and lots of natural light. Although primarily a B&B, the lodge's team can also arrange packed lunches and lovely dinners if requested in advance.

For Families or Groups

  • Black Diamond Lodge is a family-friendly hotel with ski-in/ski-out access, a good restaurant and cosy rooms featuring exposed wooden beams and roaring fires. Family rooms have bunk beds for little ones and the hotel partners with a number of nearby ski schools, so you'll find it easy to arrange lessons. Larger apartments will also suit big groups of friends or families travelling together. Warm and welcoming.

FOR AN APARTMENT OR HOLIDAY CHALET

  • If you'd prefer a self-catering option, we suggest that you visit our online partner Booking.com.

Travel Information

  • Fly to Geneva Airport, Grenoble Airport or to Chambéry Airport and continue to Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise by car or shuttle bus.
  • Savoie is wonderful for a road trip! Contact our online partner Rentalcars if you would like to hire a car.
  • Come between mid-December and April for the best skiing further up the mountain, avoiding the school holiday crowds of February or the bustle of Christmas and New Year. Summer is by far the most popular time for hikers with temperatures peaking at around 18°C in July and August.

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Best Hotels in Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise

  • Mineral Lodge Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise 5 rooms from €156

    Active Holiday  -  Set in the Vanoise National Park there's plenty of outdoor pursuits.
    Skiing  -  In the winter only.
    Views  -  Great views from hotel
    Birdwatching  -  Good birding near the hotel.
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    Recommended by  -  I Escape, Tablet

    A lovely little chalet in the Vanoise Valley. Just five rooms, packed lunches, dinner by arrangement, ski and bike hire too. Contemporary rooms have light wood and lots of natural light. Perfect for the great mountain outdoors, and ideal for couples and families. See More

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  • Black Diamond Lodge Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise (Savoie) 7 rooms from €170

    Skiing  -  Located in Sainte-Foy resort, which is famous for uncrowded pistes and links to Val d'Isere, Tignes, La Rosiere and Les Arcs
    Families  -  Designated family rooms sleep up to 4, childcare is available and the hotel partners with a number of ski schools
    Charming  -  Cosy chalet-style bedrooms, with exposed wood, comfortable beds and warm colours
    Active Holiday  -  A plethora of summer and winter activities available, you won't get bored!
    SpaRestaurantSwimming PoolPet friendlyParking

    A cosy, family-friendly ski-to-the-door hotel. The interiors are warm and welcoming, with rustic decor featuring exposed wooden beams and roaring fires. Relax in the spa after a day on the slopes, and enjoy delicious French cuisine in the on-site restaurant. A home away from home in the Alps. See More

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