Skiing could just be the perfect whole family activity.
Why book a family ski holiday in Avoriaz
Bring your children on a ski holiday to Avoriaz
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.
Airport Transfers in Avoriaz
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.
Transfers for Avoriaz
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Private Airport Transfers
Geneva to Avoriaz from €395 per vehicle one-way (weekend rate)
Enjoy exclusive vehicles, flexible collection times and direct transfers to the Avoriaz Welcome Centre, with year-round services from three airports. Experienced alpine drivers, flight monitoring and premium vehicle options make reaching this car-free resort easy and comfortable.
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Scheduled/Shuttle Coach Airport Transfers
Geneva to Avoriaz from €42.50 per person one-way (weekend rate)
Enjoy convenient transfers to the Avoriaz Welcome Centre, scheduled departures and ski luggage included at no extra cost. With experienced alpine drivers, airport assistance and services during summer and winter, reaching this car-free resort is simple and affordable.
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Private & Shared Airport Transfers
Low-cost Avoriaz shared and private transfer shuttle service from Geneva Airport
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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Private Airport Transfers
Geneva Airport to Avoriaz from €289 per Renault Traffic one-way (weekend rate)
With over 5,000 rides completed and 95% of clients returning, this private transfer service is designed around the needs of skiers, from reliable airport pick-ups to comfortable journeys to your accommodation. Experienced, professional English-speaking drivers, vehicles prepared for Alpine winter conditions and no extra luggage fees for skis or snowboards help make travelling easier. With airport meet and greet, door-to-door transfers, secure online booking and a focus on punctuality, you can organise your Avoriaz transfer with greater peace of mind.
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Private Airport Transfers
Geneva Airport to Avoriaz from €249 per vehicle one-way (weekend rate)
Travel to Avoriaz with an experienced Alpine transfer service operating since 2012. Enjoy a private journey from Geneva Airport with professional drivers who know the mountain roads and flight monitoring to help manage delays. Choose between standard and VIP minibuses, with free child seats available for families. Complimentary Wi-Fi is provided on board, while handy text reminders help keep your return journey running smoothly.
Great family accommodation
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.
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L'Amara Premium Apartment Residence
Luxurious five-star aparthotel with spa, heated walkways and mountain views
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
Bright, playful aparthotel with valley views and direct ski access
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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Antares Apartment Residence
Spacious apart-hotel with valley views and family-friendly facilities
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.
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Atria-Crozats Apartment Residence
Modern four-star residence with panoramic views, gym and spa facilities
Stay in comfortable, self-catered apartments at the heart of Avoriaz, just steps from the slopes.
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Saskia Falaise Apartment Residence
Affordable three-star aparthotel with panoramic valley views
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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Les Lans Hotel
Cosy chalet-style hotel near the Prodains lift with warm hospitality and mountain charm
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.
Nightlife in Avoriaz
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.
Bars & Clubs in Avoriaz
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Le Strike Roc Bowling Bar
Very cool bowling and arcade classic gaming bar in the centre of Avoriaz
Le Strike Roc Bowling Bar in Avoriaz is a year-round destination for fun, food, and friendly competition.
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The Place Bar and Nightclub
Après-ski bar with live music and DJs every day and night
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.
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Le R Restaurant, Wine Shop & Delicatessen
Treat yourself to some delicious local delicacies in this chic restaurant
If you’re looking for somewhere to eat, pick up dinner for your apartment or stock up on good food and wine during your stay in Avoriaz, this restaurant, wine shop and delicatessen brings several options together under one roof.
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Le Lounge Roc Restaurant, Cocktail Bar & Wine Cellar
Chic restaurant, cocktail bar and wine cellar in the centre of the resort
Located in the Dromonts area of Avoriaz, this restaurant, cocktail bar and wine cellar offers several ways to enjoy an evening during your stay. Whether you’re looking for dinner, an aperitif or a bottle of wine, you can make the most of the different spaces and menus in one place.
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La Folie Douce Bar
The place to be for après-ski in Avoriaz, accessible on foot and by skis!
La Folie Douce in Avoriaz is the ultimate destination for combining great food, music, and fun in a spectacular alpine setting. Every afternoon, this legendary après-ski venue brings together locals and visitors alike for open-access clubbing, spectacular shows, and unforgettable moments with family or friends.
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Globetrotter restaurant and après-ski Bar
Ski-in/ski-out pub with burgers, Savoyard dishes and lively après-ski vibes
Globe Trotter in Avoriaz is a vibrant, all-day destination that welcomes visitors from early December to late April, offering everything from breakfast to après-ski and late-night drinks. Located in the heart of the resort at 47 Place du Snow, it’s a place that changes with the day, moving seamlessly from café to restaurant to lively bar. Since opening in 1997, Globe Trotter has been creating warm, authentic experiences with a perfect balance of friendliness and generosity.
Ski Hire in Avoriaz
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.
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Amara Sport
Ski & snowboard hire at the entrance to resort, in the Résidence le Dharma
You can’t wait for your next ski trip? Everything is already booked except your ski equipment? Don’t worry, we’ll help you find the perfect equipment to fully enjoy your ski holiday in Avoriaz!
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Ski Land
Ski hire in Le Douchka residence, located at the entrance to the resort
Want to rent skis or snowboards in Avoriaz? Just visit the Skiset Ski Land store!
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Avoriaz Sports
Close to the ESF Ski School and right by the Prodains cable car
This ski hire shop is ideally located next to the Prodains cable car and a few meters from the ESF Ski School. The shop is in the same building as the 'La Taniere' restaurant. Pierre and his team will welcome you and assist you in the store.
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Burton
Located inside the NetSki Salomon store in the centre of resort
Want to rent skis or snowboards in Avoriaz? Just visit the NetSki Salomon store!
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Place Centrale
450m2 ski and snowboard rental shop in the Place Centrale
Ski and snowboard rental store and sports shop is situated in the heart of resort in the Place Centrale next to the Cinema.
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Pelen Sports
Save 10% extra: use promo code STWSKI when booking ski hire online
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.
Ski Schools in Avoriaz
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.
Ski School Lessons in Avoriaz
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Group ski lessons
Small groups for adults and children of all abilities with a well-established and trusted ski school
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.
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Private ski lessons
British school offering a wide range of private lesson options tailored to all ages and abilities
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.
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Private ski lessons
Private skiing and snowboarding lessons with highly rated instructors
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.
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Group ski lessons
Group ski and snowboard lessons for children and adults of all ages and abilities
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.
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Private ski lessons
Ski school offering private lessons for all levels from children to adults in Avoriaz
Evolution 2 in Avoriaz offer private lessons for beginners up to those looking to hone technique.
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Group lessons for all abilities and levels from children to adults in Avoriaz
Evolution 2 in Avoriaz offer group lessons with no more than eight people per lesson.
Things to do in Avoriaz
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.
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Le Strike Roc Bowling Bar
Very cool bowling and arcade classic gaming bar in the centre of Avoriaz
Le Strike Roc Bowling Bar in Avoriaz is a year-round destination for fun, food, and friendly competition.
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Aquariaz
An indoor aquatic paradise with heated pools and fun for all the family
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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Village Igloo aperitif and dinner
Traditional fondue dinner in a huge igloo, suitable for all the family
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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Outdoor ice rink
Ice skating fun outdoors for all the family during the winter
Located in the centre of Avoriaz is the outdoor 'patinoire' or ice rink.
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Horse drawn sleigh taxis
Unique horse-drawn sleigh taxi in and around the pedestrianised resort of Avoriaz
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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Hydrospeeding
Exciting one hour hydrospeed excursion down the river in Thonon Les Bains
This is an amazing activity where you can have fun on the river, suitable for good swimmers from 14 years and above.
Towns & Villages in Avoriaz
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.
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Montriond 
Montriond
A tranquil alpine base with quick access to Avoriaz and easy access to Morzine
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.
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Les Lindarets 
Les Lindarets
A village popular in winter for its snow and in summer for its goats
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.
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Châtel 
Châtel
A popular year-round resort across the mountains from Morzine
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.
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Les Gets 
Les Gets
A picturesque alpine village with slopes on your doorstep
Les Gets combines traditional Savoyard charm with the convenience of ski-in ski-out access. Sitting on the edge of the vast Portes du Soleil, it’s a friendly base with two local ski areas and easy links into the wider region.
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Saint Jean d'Aulps 
Saint Jean d'Aulps
Town between Morzine and Lac Léman on the edge of the Portes du Soleil
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).
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Morzine 
Morzine
Originally a French mining town, now a charming alpine town at the heart of one of the world’s largest ski areas
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.
