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Avoriaz is compact and car free, so no apartment is far from the centre, but the neighbourhoods feel very different. Some are quiet and close to the beginner slopes, others sit next to the bars and nightclubs. This guide compares them, using the descriptions on the official Avoriaz website, so you can pick the right base for your group.
The short version
- Families with young children: Falaise, Ruches or Crozats.
- Easiest ski access: Crozats, Snow, Ruches and Hauts-Forts.
- Nightlife: Snow and Ruches.
- Quiet and modern: Amara and Crozats.
- Close to the car park: Falaise and Amara, at the resort entrance.
Avoriaz neighbourhoods compared
| Neighbourhood | Feel | Ski access | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amara | Calm and modern | Direct access to the Proclou beginner area | Beginners and those wanting newer apartments |
| Falaise | Traditional and tranquil | Close to the main entrance | Families and groups who want shops nearby |
| Crozats | Practical and quiet, with views | Direct access to the slopes | Families, couples and groups |
| Festival | The lively heart of the resort | Easy access to the lifts | Being next to everything |
| Snow | Festive, near the bars and clubs | Ski in, ski out | Groups who want nightlife |
| Ruches | Central and lively | Close to the main lifts and ski school | Families and groups |
| Dromonts | Historic, quiet, retro charm | Close to the Arare and Chavanette sectors | Those wanting character |
| Hauts-Forts | Peaceful, set back | Direct access towards Arare and Chavanette | Keen skiers |
Descriptions are summarised from the official Avoriaz neighbourhoods guide. The resort says every building is within about 10 to 15 minutes’ walk of the centre, and you can cross the resort from end to end in under 20 minutes.
Amara
Amara is at the entrance to the resort, with its own covered parking. It is quiet and contemporary, and has direct access to the Proclou area, which the resort recommends for learning to ski or snowboard. It suits beginners and anyone who wants a newer apartment.
Falaise
Falaise is the neighbourhood nearest the car parks and the main entrance, which makes arrival day easier. It is close to shops, restaurants and services, has a traditional feel, and the resort describes it as perfect for families and groups of friends.
Crozats
Crozats is high up in the resort, with direct access to the slopes, so you can put your skis on and off close to your door. It has restaurants, ski hire shops and a convenience store, and the resort centre is less than five minutes away using the public lifts and escalators. It suits families, groups and couples.
We stayed in the Les Crozats area at the end of January 2025, into early February, and we are going back to Avoriaz in March 2027, this time staying at the Le Snow residence.
Festival
Festival is the heart of Avoriaz, home to the Children’s Village by ESF (Village des Enfants), the Aquariaz water park and the cinema. It has the widest choice of shops, restaurants and bars, with easy access to the lifts. It is the most convenient spot in the resort, but also the busiest.
Snow
Snow is central and next to the bars, nightclubs and restaurants, with ski in, ski out access. It suits groups who want nightlife on the doorstep more than families wanting early nights.
Ruches
Ruches is close to the Children’s Village, the main lifts and the Evolution 2 ski school, with restaurants, shops, bars and a nightclub. It is lively, but its position near the ski schools makes it a good choice for families with children in lessons.
Dromonts
Dromonts is one of the original districts, with an iconic hotel, apartments and chalets, and less than five minutes from the centre. It is quiet, with a retro charm, and close to the Arare and Chavanette sectors.
Hauts-Forts
Hauts-Forts is near the arrival of the Prodains cable car, slightly set back from the centre. It is peaceful, with panoramic views and direct access to the slopes towards Arare and Chavanette, which suits confident skiers.
Three places to look at in Avoriaz
These are researched from the operators’ own information (checked October 2026), not places we have stayed. We stayed in the Crozats area in early 2025, but we are not naming the building. Facilities change, so confirm the details for your dates before you book.
| Where | Neighbourhood | Type | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| L’Amara (Pierre & Vacances Premium) | Amara | Self catered, pool | Families who want a pool and kids’ club |
| Atria-Crozats (Pierre & Vacances) | Crozats | Self catered | Families after a quieter base on the slopes |
| Hôtel des Dromonts | Dromonts | Hotel, half board | Couples and adults who do not want to cook |
L’Amara, Amara
A five star Pierre & Vacances Premium residence on the cliff edge in Amara, near the resort entrance. Pierre & Vacances lists it as ski in, ski out, with an indoor pool with jets and a paddling pool, a sauna and hammam, a Deep Nature spa (treatments extra), a children’s club for ages 3 to 12, a Skiset shop on site and a mini market at the foot of the building. Amara also has direct access to the Proclou beginner area.
- Suits: families with young children, and beginners.
- Drawbacks: usually one of the dearest options in Avoriaz, and a walk from the busier Festival and Ruches areas. Underground parking costs €20 a night or €100 a week, subject to availability, and housekeeping is extra.
- Check before you book: children’s club dates and ages for your week, and whether linen and cleaning are included in your price.
Atria-Crozats, Crozats
A Pierre & Vacances residence in Les Crozats, high in the resort with direct slope access. Expedia’s listing gives its address as Quartier Les Crozats and describes it as ski in, ski out, with a sauna and steam room.
- Suits: families and groups who want to ski from the door and keep evenings quiet.
- Drawbacks: no pool is listed, and guest reviews on Expedia say Crozats guests could not use the pool, gym or spa at the neighbouring Amara. Crozats is a short ride on the public lifts from the centre.
- Check before you book: which facilities you can actually use, and how you will get your luggage from the drop off point.
Hôtel des Dromonts, Dromonts
A four star hotel in Dromonts, one of Avoriaz’s original buildings, perched on the edge of the cliff. Skiworld sells it on a half board basis and lists it as ski in, ski out, about 500 metres from the centre, ski school and a lift, with the Pure Altitude spa (outdoor hot tub and sauna), a fitness room and two restaurants. Rooms are around 18 to 25 square metres for two people, with family suites also mentioned.
- Suits: couples and adult groups who would rather not cook.
- Drawbacks: standard rooms are small for families, no pool is listed, and treatments are paid in resort.
- Check before you book: family suite availability if you have children, and what your package includes.
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Skiworld: Hôtel des Dromonts
Half board hotel holidays in Avoriaz. Skiworld says its holidays are ABTA and ATOL protected; check exactly what your package includes.
What to check before booking anywhere
- Where your transfer or car drops you: the resort entrance (by Amara and Falaise) or the top of the Prodains cable car (nearer Hauts-Forts and Dromonts).
- How you will move luggage from the drop off to the door, as the resort is car free.
- Floor area and real bedrooms, not just “sleeps”.
- Bed linen, towels and final cleaning, which are often extra.
- Which shared facilities, such as a pool, are included for your building.
Tips for choosing where to stay
- Arriving: Falaise and Amara are closest to the resort entrance. If you arrive via the Prodains cable car, Hauts-Forts and Dromonts are nearer. Our guide to Geneva airport to Avoriaz transfers explains both routes.
- Children in ski school: Ruches and Festival are closest to the Children’s Village. Our guide to ski hire in Avoriaz shows which shops are near each neighbourhood.
- Luggage: you will move bags by sledge or snow vehicle, so a building near your drop off point makes arrival day easier.
- Check what is included: bed linen, towels and final cleaning are sometimes extra.
Where to book in Avoriaz
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Check which neighbourhood a listing is in, how far it is from your drop off point, and whether bed linen, towels and final cleaning are included. The searches below open with February half term 2027 dates as an example. Change the dates and group size to match your own trip.
Vrbo: holiday apartments in Avoriaz
We have used Vrbo for self catered apartments on our own trips.
Expedia: hotels and residences in Avoriaz
Prices and availability change often, so always check the latest details before you book.
For more on the resort itself, see our Avoriaz ski guide.
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to stay in Avoriaz for families?
Falaise, Ruches and Crozats are all good choices. Ruches and Festival are closest to the Children’s Village, and Falaise is nearest the car parks.
Is everywhere in Avoriaz ski in, ski out?
Much of the resort is, as it is built on the slopes, but not every building. Crozats, Snow and Hauts-Forts are among those with direct slope access.
Where is the nightlife in Avoriaz?
Snow and Ruches are the liveliest areas, with bars and nightclubs.
How far is it to walk across Avoriaz?
The resort says buildings are within about 10 to 15 minutes’ walk of the centre, and public lifts and escalators help on the steeper parts.