The Planibel complex is a world of its own, with everything from shops and entertainment to a huge indoor pool, plus our own Crystal Childcare. As for the skiing, it’s right at your feet – you can ski to and from the door, and the main gondola is just metres away.
It’s got a fresh, modern look with lots of light wood and pastel colours, and big windows to let in those mountain views. And when you get back from the slopes, the hotel is your oyster. Splash around in the pool or unwind in the sauna and steam room. Browse the shops for souvenirs and sports gear, or pop into the Kings Pub for an après drink and dance session.
Hungry? You’ll be well taken care of here. On top of your buffet breakfasts and evening meals, there’s a range of restaurants and cafés to explore, as well as a mini-market where you can grab drinks and snacks.
La Thuile’s a top pick if you’re fairly new to the mountain. You can ski at your own pace on 152km of wide, empty slopes, where the excellent snow conditions have earned this area the nickname ‘Little Siberia’ among Italians. If you’ve got a bit more experience, work on improving your technique on the long reds – which are gentle enough to be more like blues – and then head over the French border to explore the rest of the Espace San Bernardo ski area around La Rosière.
The former mining village is a quiet place, with a smattering of bars where you can get a feel for Italian après culture – which usually means a relaxed aperitivo alongside some free snacks. It’s surrounded by some pretty impressive scenery too, so see if you can point out the Matterhorn, Monte Rosa and Mont Blanc peaks while you’re wandering around.
For families, our Crystal Childcare clubs are the best way for youngsters to learn to ski or just have fun with games and playtime. And the resort’s also got plenty of activities you can enjoy together, like swimming, ice skating and tubing. Or you can swap sliding down mountains for climbing up walls at La Piramide sports centre.
- Ski-in, ski-out
- Next to Les Suches gondola and Bosco Express chairlift
- 2 minutes' walk to the ski school meeting point
- Restaurants
- Bars
- Cafés
- Mini-market
- Gift shops
- Ski shop
- Ski deposit for hotel guests
- Indoor pool (swimming caps must be worn, towels can be hired for a small charge or you can use your own), sauna, steam room and fitness centre
- Lounge
- Lift
- 254 rooms