The Sapiniere in Chamonix is well positioned, on a quiet road, about 10 minutes walk to the heart of the busy town centre. The hotel is attractive, with plenty of character, the original part of the building perhaps 70+ years old. The bar and dining areas on the ground floor are very light, relaxing areas with great views towards the... more

The photos don't make clear the road between it and the snow area, but the road isn't busy anyway. Hotel looks great from outside, nice neighbourhood, good parking space etc. Rooms are very basic with appalling fittings, including wardrobe doors hanging off in our room. Small rooms are just about ok for 2 but, with a child, it's hellish. Everything... more

If you read the previous review, you will realize that the hotel being criticized is actually in Quebec and not in France at all. I'm going to the Chamonix hotel next week but I can't allow the unfairness to stand. Will comment on my stay on return. more

The hotel was top class, you almost felt you were freinds with the staff and had known them for years. They go out of their way to help you get what you want. with the fantastic view of the slope for the kids to play on you can't go wrong. If you get worried about your children then they will... more

Do not plan any major events at the dining room. Maitre d' did not honour our reservation, put us in a smoking section and at the worst table in the house. This is after we reserved for a party of 18 three weeks in advance and were shown a lovely table in the non-smoking area. Maitre d' was rude and... more