Hotel Des Lacs - Chamonix

Family-run hotel with Mont Blanc views near Chamonix

Location and surroundings

Hotel Des Lacs sits 1.5 kilometers from Chamonix center, next to the lake of Gaillands. Guests have direct access to free buses and trains that stop steps from the hotel. The property faces Mont Blanc from its sunny terrace and is a 10-minute drive to the Les Houches ski area.

Rooms

Each of the 23 guestrooms has been recently renovated and offers a private bathroom. Some rooms include a balcony with views over the natural setting and the Mont Blanc massif. The hotel provides daily housekeeping and ski storage for winter guests.

Pet policy

Hotel Des Lacs allows pets, making it a practical choice for travelers with dogs. The property has a garden and terrace where pets can be taken out. No additional pet restrictions were listed by the hotel.

Dining and amenities

The hotel operates a coffee house on site and a bar where guests can order drinks. A breakfast buffet is available each morning for an extra charge, served in a dining room overlooking the lake. Free parking is offered for all guests, and the hotel has a lift to all floors.

Activities

Skiing is the main draw, with ski slopes reachable by free bus or train from the hotel. The property has a boot room for ski equipment storage after a day on the mountains. Hiking trails and woodland walks start from the lake of Gaillands directly across the street.

• Location: 1.5 km from Chamonix center, next to lake of Gaillands
• Rooms: 23 renovated rooms with Mont Blanc views
• Transport: Free buses and trains to ski slopes
• Dining: Coffee house and breakfast buffet
• Parking: Free on-site parking
• Pets: Allowed at the hotel