Les Balcons Du Savoy

“Great place to stay”

We stayed here for our skiing holiday. It’s a great location at the bottom of the savoy slope. We hired our skis from the Folie Douche just opposite (to the side of the slope) so kept our skis there as was easiest to set off from there each day rather than carry them over the lawns plus we like t... more

We stayed here for our skiing holiday. It’s a great location at the bottom of the savoy slope. We hired our skis from the Folie Douche just opposite (to the side of the slope) so kept our skis there as was easiest to set off from there each day rather than carry them over the lawns plus we like the folie douche pizzas and bar. So we didn’t use the boot rooms at the balcons at all. Nearby bus stops are mummery (to go to Flegere or Les houches) or mont Blanc stop in centre of the town for grand montets/le tour. Either were 5 minute walk from folie douche. The rooms are nice, has everything u need. I was worried the beds weren’t comfy after reading some reviews but requested extra duvets to place ontop the mattress (as my big 15yr old twin boys were on the sofa beds) and they were fine. I would of preferred a 2 bedroom but none were available when I booked. However the 1 bed was fine just had to have my sons and their mess in the lounge haha. There is a lovely view from the balconies, a great little games room which my boys enjoyed. The pool and Hannan were nice and my husband had a lovely hot stone massage. We’ve previously stated elsewhere in the centre of town but this location suited us perfectly. Was just a short (8 mins) walk in the morning to the supermarket for baguettes etc. they do sell some drinks on reception too if you’re caught short. They also do a breakfast although we didn’t try it. Heated towel rail in bathroom was great for drying our gear. The tv has the sound restricted so we bought dvds but tbh I couldn’t really hear to watch it so watched my iPad instead. The saucepans were a little funny (not like uk non stick) but we got by. I bought my own bacon frozen as found French bacon weird last year. Kitchen has a dishwasher which is great. The staff at the hotel concierge were all lovely and helpful, never rude, and answered emails or requests quickly both prior to coming and whilst here. You don’t always get that in my experience elsewhere. All in all a great place to stay in Chamonix and I would return.

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“Big rooms”

Reminder: Most all lifts and attractions shut down mid September! Really big room, with living room, separate bedroom, full kitchen and microwave/convection oven. Amazing views of Mont Blanc and the Alps! Big walkout balconies to enjoy the view. Just out of the main part of town but just a 6 m... more

Reminder: Most all lifts and attractions shut down mid September! Really big room, with living room, separate bedroom, full kitchen and microwave/convection oven. Amazing views of Mont Blanc and the Alps! Big walkout balconies to enjoy the view. Just out of the main part of town but just a 6 minute walk and you're into the heart of Chamonix. 20 minute interesting walk through town walk and you're at Aguille de Midi. Big open area where paragliders landing next to hotel. Wi-Fi was good, not much shower pressure, but all in all, a nice big place to stay. Car parking available. No included breakfast, and no real dining, but town is close enough and many many options there. Slightly older and dated a bit, but still very very comfortable way more affordable than other options. Enjoyed our stay.

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“Large, spacious, and well-equipped suite with kitchen. Quiet location with fantastic mountain views.”

Liked · Large, spacious, and well-equipped suite with kitchen. Quiet location with fantastic mountain views. Large indoor pool (although not warm). Sledges available to use in the nearby park. Competitive price compared to nearby locations. Disliked · An unfriendly member of staff on arrival (ap... more

Liked · Large, spacious, and well-equipped suite with kitchen. Quiet location with fantastic mountain views. Large indoor pool (although not warm). Sledges available to use in the nearby park. Competitive price compared to nearby locations. Disliked · An unfriendly member of staff on arrival (appeared to be the person in charge) meant that for the first time ever upon arrival to a hotel, we felt like a real inconvenience. Not one smile, only abrupt, unfriendly answers to questions about check-in, pool use, or anything else. The shower screen was far too short, meaning that water soaked the floor no matter which way you shower, and had to be dried with the (only x1 p/p) towel so it couldn't be reused. No bar/restaurant open for the duration of our stay. Only x1 bottle of water available to purchase to take to the room - had to find a supermarket for more. No slippers despite being advertised and paid for in the pool package (€7p/p for a towel, robe, and missing slippers). All the above, in a hotel advertised as 4* . Although large and queit, the pool was not warm, and the pool room was very cold. Incorrect information about the nearby "Planards" amusement park (was told it was closed, when it was in fact open.

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