Bring your children on a ski holiday to Avoriaz
Skiing could just be the perfect whole family activity.
Travelling anywhere with children can be challenging, and in a ski resort it can be doubly so with things like lift passes, equipment hire and ski lessons to arrange (never mind hats, gloves, snotty noses and the rest...!). Avoriaz is a family-friendly resort that makes all these things as easy as possible.
Here's why we recommend Avoriaz as a family destination.
Most of the rental accommodation in Avoriaz is in self-catered apartments or aparthotels, offering quality accommodation with services and equipment for families, some with spas and swimming pools all under one roof - great for a quick après-swim session with those children that need to burn off some energy before dinner. The choice of hotels is small, but they are there if you prefer. And a major plus is most of the accommodation is ski-in, ski-out, so no need for carrying kid's ski equipment too far.
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.
Enjoy candy-coloured apartments with balconies, fully equipped kitchens and international TV channels, all in a great-value location above Avoriaz centre.
Enjoy spacious self-catered apartments with balconies and a cosy chalet-style interior at the entrance to Avoriaz, surrounded by stunning alpine scenery.
Stay in comfortable, self-catered apartments at the heart of Avoriaz, just steps from the slopes.
Stay in fully furnished apartments with direct slope access, ski lockers and a children’s area, all within easy reach of Avoriaz resort and shops via lifts.
A welcoming three star hotel between Morzine and Avoriaz, Hôtel 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.
Avoriaz is compact and fairly flat, so walking around is easy. Plus it's a car-free resort, offering instead horse-drawn sleighs, sleds and electric shuttles to move around.
Avoriaz is a modern, purpose-built resort with wood-clad buildings that blend into the surrounding peaks. The village is entirely pedestrianised, so you’ll get around on foot, skis or by horse-drawn sleigh. Wherever you stay, you’re only a short glide from the lifts, restaurants and shops.
The picturesque village of Les Lindarets or the "Goat Village” as it’s more fondly known, is a worth a visit in summer and winter.
St Jean d'Aulps is a quiet town that lies further down the valley below Morzine on the way to Thonon and Lac Léman (Lake Geneva).
Châtel is a traditional Alpine village situated at the bottom of some of the most popular, varied and beautiful ski slopes in the Portes du Soleil.
Morzine blends traditional French village charm with all the excitement of a modern ski resort. Sitting in the middle of the vast Portes du Soleil, it’s the perfect base for exploring twelve linked resorts across France and Switzerland.
Montriond offers a peaceful setting just minutes from Morzine, with parts of the village as close to the lifts as its busier neighbour. On the Ardent bus route and surrounded by beautiful mountain scenery, it’s a charming spot for a relaxing ski holiday with easy access to the Portes du Soleil.
As a resort popular with families you are guaranteed an excellent range of skis and snowboards for all ages of children in the rental shops throughout the resort. The ski techs will help you all find what you need from beginner skis up to the top of the range.
And once you're all kitted out there are lots of beginner areas around the lower slopes that are easily accessed, so it's easy to practice with the kids. Plus Avoriaz is doing its best to encourage young people and families to enjoy snow sports, and offers favourable lift pass prices, making valuable savings.
Axel welcomes you to the store, located near the Fontaines Blanches, the Cap Neige and the Alpages residences in the centre of Avoriaz.
Want to rent skis or snowboards in Avoriaz? Just visit the Skiset Ski Fun store!
Top Ski has been well known name for equipment rental in Avoriaz for more than 30 years. Ideally located in the central square, this ski hire shop is only 50m from the Tourist Office and has easy access to all of the resort amenities.
Snowboard & Ski Hire in Avoriaz Centre near the tourist information. Save time and money by booking online with Intersport. Have your equipment ready to pick up as soon as you arrive and hit the slopes straight away!
Want to rent skis or snowboards in Avoriaz? Just visit the NetSki Salomon store!
This ski rental shop in Avoriaz is towards the bottom of the main street, at the foot of the résidence "les Portes du Soleil", above the restaurant La Boule de Neige, close to the pharmacy.
The tuition available in Avoriaz is truly brilliant and there's lots of choice. You'll find schools that offer ski lessons for the little ones, and snowboard lessons for the older ones who want to give it a try, all in their dedicated snow gardens where they can learn in a fun and safe environment.
Avoriaz is surrounded by beginner slopes and friendly green runs, especially good for little ones. Fortunately, most of the colour coded runs in Avoriaz are blue, meaning once you have tackled the very beginner stages of skiing, you and your family should be able to get around together. If the kids want something a bit more challenging, the Mini Stash on the Proclou run, created by leading snowboard brand Burton, is small and friendly, but loads of fun for all ages.
Established in 1991, this ski and snowboard school was one of the first British ski schools in Avoriaz and is renowned for its fantastic instructors and excellent customer service.
This ski school connects snow sports enthusiasts of all abilities with expert ski and snowboard instructors across Europe’s top resorts. With thousands of top-rated, verified instructors to choose from, their private lessons offer a flexible and personalised learning experience.
Established in 1991, this ski and snowboard school was one of the first British-run ski schools in Avoriaz. Their team is known for going the extra mile, offering excellent customer service and delivering outstanding lessons and guiding.
This ski school offers group ski lessons for both children and adults, catering to all ability levels. Their group lessons provide a great and affordable way to improve your skiing in a safe, social and supportive environment.
Evolution 2 in Avoriaz offer group lessons with no more than eight people per lesson.
Evolution 2 in Avoriaz offer private lessons for beginners up to those looking to hone technique.
When travelling with children, short transfers to resort are a must and Avoriaz has good transport links to the main airports. Geneva being the closest airport to resort receives numerous flights from UK airports daily, and it takes under two hours to get from plane to piste with an airport transfer, so the time spent travelling doesn't have to be too painful.
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.
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, it’s an easy way to save money.
The 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.
The restaurants and bars here are generally very down-to-earth and child-friendly, making them good for taking children out in the early evening. Most establishments have wifi so you can get online with iPads and games consoles if required - especially useful for keeping the teens who've tagged along occupied. Whilst there isn't a wide range of restaurants around the resort, most will have a children’s choice on the menu and families are always made welcome.
Le Strike Roc Bowling Bar in Avoriaz is a year-round destination for fun, food, and friendly competition.
Established in the 1990s, The Place in Avoriaz quickly became a favourite among skiers and visitors, offering live music, lively après-ski, and a buzzing nightlife in the French Alps. Today, it remains “the place to be” for anyone seeking a memorable party, combining great entertainment with a welcoming and energetic atmosphere.
Le R Concept Store & Tasting Bar in Avoriaz is a haven for food and wine lovers, offering an exquisite selection of fine delicacies to enjoy on the spot or to take away.
Traiteur tasting baris the perfect spot for wine and food lovers in the heart of Avoriaz. Located on Place des Dromonts, above the bowling alley, the bar welcomes you into a relaxed and playful atmosphere. Choose a cosy yellow Chesterfield armchair or swing gently on one of the suspended swings while savouring your favourite flavours.
Le Lounge Roc Bar in Avoriaz is a must-visit destination for those seeking a refined dining and drinking experience in the heart of the Alps. Nestled within the iconic resort, the bar combines creative bistronomy, exceptional ingredients, and a welcoming atmosphere to create unforgettable moments.
Serving breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks all day long at the foot of the pistes, this restaurant has a large sunny terrace right on the snow front. It is an ideal place to call in for food or drinks at any time of the day and they also show all the big sporting events on the big screen.
Avoriaz prides itself on offering families a whole host of activities away from the slopes. A visit to Le Bowling is a great après-ski activity, where the alleys and bar is open daily, serving food and drinks, and offers a number of games including air hockey, table football and pool. Or head to the Aquariaz, an indoor aquatic paradise with heated pools, a gentle flowing river, toddlers paddling pool and water playhouse plus a chill out space.
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.
Located in the centre of Avoriaz is the outdoor 'patinoire' or ice rink.
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.
Le Strike Roc Bowling Bar in Avoriaz is a year-round destination for fun, food, and friendly competition.
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.
When the pistes and lifts are closed in Avoriaz, you can still hit the slopes after dark on a snowmobile.
Find out what's happening in Avoriaz and how to make the most of your time here. The latest news, reviews, current events and the trendiest restaurants, as well as interviews with leading locals, insider's guides and things to do, see and experience in the region. Plus, during the winter season, our famous snow reports and dump alerts, all in the same place.
See allLatest News & ReviewsThere is plenty going on in Avoriaz throughout the year. The resort plays host to a number of winter music festivals which take place across the resort and pistes, namely Rock the Pistes and Snowboxx in March. In summer, the Pass'portes du Soleil mountain bike festival is the biggest event for bikers, with the occasional Tour de France stage passing nearby.
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