Destinations in Avoriaz
Discover the top destinations in Avoriaz
Explore the villages and resorts close to Avoriaz, part of the Portes du Soleil group of resorts.
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The towns and villages of Avoriaz
Avoriaz is purpose-built ski resort at an altitude of 1800 metres, sitting on a plateau overlooking Morzine in the valley below. It's a great place to stay if you want easy access to the rest of the Portes du Soleil ski area, as it sits right in the middle. Morzine below, is a bigger, traditional French mountain town, with its historical buildings and the weekly market.
Les Gets is often spoken about in the same breath as Morzine, this is because they both access the same ski area, however Les Gets has it's own comprehensive lift system and two separate ski areas. Les Gets is around 100m higher than Morzine and often snowier! Les Gets is smaller than Morzine and consists of pretty chalets amongst wooded mountainsides.
Montriond lies on the other side of the river from Morzine and is a small village with fewer facilities. A ski bus connects you to ski lifts in Morzine and Ardent. The village of Les Lindarets is accessible by lift during the winter and summer seasons and lies at the top of the Ardents lift. Other villages close by include Chatel, a traditional French ski resort that also has great access into both French and Swiss sides of the Portes du Soleil ski area, and St Jean d'Aups, a small village with its own separate ski area. See how it's all connected with this map.
Sights & Attractions in Avoriaz
Sights in Avoriaz
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Horse drawn sleigh taxis
Avoriaz is a completely pedestrianised resort, no cars, vans or lorries. The best way to travel around, especially if you have little ones or lots of luggage is by horse drawn sleigh.
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Cascade des Brochaux
The Cascade des Brochaux is a stunning waterfall located above Les Lindarets, the charming "goat village". Just a 1h30 walk from Avoriaz, or 30 minutes from Les Lindarets.
Dining in Avoriaz
Restaurants in Avoriaz
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La Cachette Restaurant
La Cachette is located in the heart of the historical Dromonts area in Avoriaz. It has a cosy alpine interior that will make you feel instantly at home.
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Les Fontaines Blanches Restaurant
Hearty portions, a large sunny terrace and a great aprรจs-ski vibe make this a popular restaurant with locals and tourists alike.
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La Folie Douce Bar
The first Folie Douce opened in 1980 and it quickly became the place to be for aprรจs-ski on the slopes. This is thanks to their unique combination of live music, DJs, dancers and performers.
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La Falaise Restaurant
Savoyard specialities, pizzas, pastas, sharing platters, a range of meat and fish dishes and more are on the menu here.
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La Reserve Restaurant
Located in the heart of the resort, this restaurant serves a traditionally French Savoyard menu with meat and fish dishes too.
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Chez Flo Restaurant
With inside and outside dining as well as a bar, this is a popular, large restaurant in Avoriaz. Dine on local Savoyard dishes, croque monsieur or frites, it all comes at a reasonable price.

Events in Avoriaz
There are many events in Avoriaz organised year round. Check out our events calendar.
Accommodation in Avoriaz
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Aquariaz
Aquariaz is an aquatic paradise set in the heart of Avoriaz offering a huge water park made up of a gentle flowing indoor river, a slidewinder (an aquatic halfpipe), a toddlers paddling pool and water playhouse, a large pool with natural climbing walls.
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Le Strike Roc Bowling Bar
Located right in the heart of resort, Le Strike Roc is a bowling and gaming bar serving cocktails and snacks. The perfect place to take shelter when the weather draws you indoors.
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Outdoor Ice Rink
Located in the centre of Avoriaz is the outdoor 'patinoire' or ice rink.
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Village Igloo aperitif and dinner
A dining experience like no other! A spectacular and unique 200m2 ice grotto, bar, restaurant and mini hotel in Avoriaz, where you'll enjoy a typical Savoyard cheese fondue or aperitif in a unique setting.
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Horse drawn sleigh taxis
Avoriaz is a completely pedestrianised resort, no cars, vans or lorries. The best way to travel around, especially if you have little ones or lots of luggage is by horse drawn sleigh.
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Night sledging
Stick on your head torch and enjoy the sledging down the pistes at night.
Nightlife in Avoriaz
Bars & Clubs in Avoriaz
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Traiteur Tasting Bar
Traiteur tasting bar offers a chic and cosy atmosphere that's perfect for a romantic evening or a treat with friends.
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The Place Bar and Nightclub
The Place offers entertainment from aprรจs-ski until late with live music with bands performing the best hits from the last few decades, beer pong and table football tournaments, karaoke parties and DJ sets.
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Le Lounge Roc Bar
Located in the centre of Avoriaz, Le Lounge Roc is a sophisticated cocktail bar where you can enjoy a drink and share some tapas with friends.
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Le Strike Roc Bowling Bar
Located right in the heart of resort, Le Strike Roc is a bowling and gaming bar serving cocktails and snacks. The perfect place to take shelter when the weather draws you indoors.
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Le R Concept Store & Tasting Bar
Le R offers a wide range of exceptional local food and delicacies to enjoy in their store and bar or to take away.ย
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La Folie Douce Bar
The first Folie Douce opened in 1980 and it quickly became the place to be for aprรจs-ski on the slopes. This is thanks to their unique combination of live music, DJs, dancers and performers.
Chalets in Avoriaz
Chalets in Avoriaz
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Ardoisiere Chalet
This private chalet sleeps up to 10 people and benefits from having a ski-in / ski-out location and its own private sauna and outdoor jacuzzi.
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Neva Chalet
Ideally located right in the centre of La Falaise, one of the most popular quarters of Avoriaz. Guests at this chalet can ski from their door right onto the slopes of Avoriaz and the Portes du Soleil.
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Le Plan des Rochers Chalet, near Avoriaz
This luxurious catered chalet is situated close to the new Prodains Express cable car and has ski to door access. It is ideal if you want to catch the first lifts in the morning and maximise your time on the mountain.
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Au Coin du Feu Chalet, near Avoriaz
This beautiful warm and cosy catered chalet is in the Les Prodains area. It has fantastic access for skiers during the winter season with the cable car situated just opposite and the ability to ski back to the doorstep.
Price: โฌ1,026
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Trembles Chalet, near Avoriaz
This is a self-catered chalet, which boasts a ski to the door location and is just 200 metres from the nearest teleski lift. From this lift you have a very short ski over to the new cable car which links Morzine and Avoriaz.
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L'Ancetre Chalet, near Avoriaz
This is a charming three bedroom, ski to the door chalet and is the ideal base for your ski holiday.
Price: โฌ5,402
Holidays Rentals in Avoriaz
Holiday Rentals in Avoriaz
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Electra Residence - 1 Bedroom Apartment
Residence Electra is a new developement located in the Les Crozats area, on the hills above Avoriaz centre.
Price: โฌ1,472
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CAP NEIGE
Renovated 2 rooms apartment for 5 persons in the center
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Antares Residence - 1 Bedroom Apartment
Located in the โLes Crozatsโ district, on the hills above the resort, the enjoys an uninterrupted view over the Morzine valley. It offers a direct access to the slopes on skis and is linked to the heart of the resort and to shops by lifts.
Price: โฌ868
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L'Amara Premium
Residence L'Amara is a brand new 5* residence at the entrance to Avoriaz with luxury spa facilities and high quality accommodation.
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ASTER
Charming apartment for 6 people in Avoriaz
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Atria-Crozats Residence - 2 Apartment
Residence Les Crozats is a brand new 4* residence in the heart of Avoriaz with easy access to the ski slopes.
Price: โฌ1,994
Hotels in Avoriaz
Hotels in Avoriaz
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Antares Apartment Residence
Stay in fully furnished apartments with direct slope access, ski lockers and a childrenโs area, all within easy reach of Avoriaz resort and shops via lifts.
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L'Amara Premium Apartment Residence
Enjoy spacious self-catered apartments with balconies and a cosy chalet-style interior at the entrance to Avoriaz, surrounded by stunning alpine scenery.
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Electra Apartment Residence
Enjoy candy-coloured apartments with balconies, fully equipped kitchens and international TV channels, all in a great-value location above Avoriaz centre.
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Saskia Falaise Apartment Residence
Stay close to the slopes at this well-equipped residence in the lively La Falaise district. Enjoy direct ski access and easy reach of the Morzine valley.
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Atria-Crozats Apartment Residence
Stay in comfortable, self-catered apartments at the heart of Avoriaz, just steps from the slopes.
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Les Lans Hotel
A welcoming three star hotel between Morzine and Avoriaz, Hรดtel Les Lans combines traditional Alpine comfort with modern convenience. Run by a passionate local family, it offers hearty Savoyard cuisine and easy access to the slopes.
How to get to Avoriaz
Transfers for Avoriaz
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Private airport transfers
This private airport transfer company has been operating in the French Alps for over ten years, run by a local who'll also be your driver.
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Private and shared airport transfers
This company offers private and shared transfers from Geneva Airport to Avoriaz, nearby areas, and resorts across the Alps. With great value fares on all journeys, itโs an easy way to save money.
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Private airport transfers
The Loyal Transfers team has been organising airport transfers to ski resorts around France since 2012. Their aim has always been to make independent travel to ski resorts cheaper and easier for everyone.
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Private and shared airport transfers
This company offers a great value shuttle service as well as private transfers from Geneva Airport to Morzine, Les Gets and Avoriaz. Established and efficient - you can rely on them.
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Shared bus airport transfers
A key booking portal for local coach and bus transfers in the French ski resorts. Using this service to coordinate your travel means getting to resort could not be easier.
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Private and shared airport transfers
With over 15 years of experience in the Alps, Getaway vans use this knowledge to ensure your holiday gets off to the best possible hassle-free start.