Valentine's Day in Meribel
If you're looking for a special way of celebrating Valentine's with a loved one then Meribel is a great choice.

© Méribel, Coeur des 3 Vallées

© Méribel, Coeur des 3 Vallées

© Méribel, Coeur des 3 Vallées

© Méribel, Coeur des 3 Vallées

© Caroline Sayer

© Méribel, Coeur des 3 Vallées
A ski-in/ski-out purpose built part of the Méribel resort at 1750m altitude
Méribel-Mottaret is a purpose-built resort dating from the 1970s. It shares Méribel’s chalet-style architecture but most of its accommodation is in the form of large apartment blocks and hotels. The resort is mostly car-free and much of the accommodation is ski-in, ski-out. It has a good selection of shops, services, bars and restaurants.
Méribel Mottaret sits at 1,700m to 1,800m and has a traditional alpine feel with chalet-style buildings, most of which are home to large apartment residences and hotels. Purpose-built in the 1970s, the resort is mostly car free and much of the accommodation is ski in ski out, making it a convenient base for getting straight onto the slopes. While the après-ski scene is a little quieter than in Méribel, you’ll still find a good choice of bars, restaurants and shops along with a tourist office, cinema, supermarkets, bakeries and sports shops.
The resort is split into two main areas. Le Laitelet is the larger, stretching from the village centre at 1,700m up to Le Hameau at 1,800m, linked by the free Chalets gondola running daily until early evening. On the sunny eastern side, Le Chatelet’s upper and lower parts are connected by an external lift.
Ski school meeting points sit at the base of the village between the two areas, with the French ski school’s Piou-Piou kindergarten welcoming children from three to five years old. Well connected and perfectly placed for quick access to the high-altitude skiing at the head of the valley and in Val Thorens, Mottaret works well for all types of skier.
| Location | Km from Meribel | Best for |
| Méribel Centre | 0 | Being in the heart of everything |
| Méribel Village | 3.5 | village atmosphere five minutes drove from Méribel centre |
| Les Allues | 7 | Alpine year-round charming village, linked to the ski area |
| Méribel-Mottaret | 7.4 | Purpose built resort, large apartment residences, hotels and mostly car free |
| Brides-les-Bains | 13.5 | Spa town with more affordable accommodation and links to Méribel by cable car |
| Moûtiers | 17 | 20 minute drive to Méribel |
| La Tania | 7.6 | Purpose built resort with cheaper accommodation options |
If you're looking for a special way of celebrating Valentine's with a loved one then Meribel is a great choice.
The Fête de la Musique is a celebration that takes place every summer solstice on 21 June in cities, towns and villages across France.
There is a good selection of restaurants in Mottaret, from snack spots and pizzerias to gourmet dining.
Part of the Hotel le Mottaret, this bar has a fantastic sunny terrace serving lunch and après-ski tunes, just 50m from the Perdrix and Furet green runs.
You can pop into this restaurant for lunch, dinner, coffee or drinks. Situated in front of the Plattières télécabine with easy access for skiers and pedestrians. Serving great pizza, loaded burgers, salads and pasta.
A mountain chalet serving traditional French cuisine and local specialities. Decorated in a typical Savoyard style, they have a large and sunny terrace facing the slopes.
Located at the bottom of the Mont du Vallon gondola and the Plan des Mains chair lift, this Savoyard style restaurant sits at 2100m and is easily accessible from Courchevel and Val Thorens.
In the centre of Meribel Mottaret, in the shopping centre, it's ideally close to the pistes for stop-off for lunch during your day on the mountain, as well as easily accessed for dinner if you're staying in resort.
Renowned for their après-ski sessions this bar and restaurant is open every day in winter for food, drinks and dancing.
Part of the Hotel le Mottaret, this bar has a fantastic sunny terrace serving lunch and après-ski tunes, just 50m from the Perdrix and Furet green runs.
Renowned for their après-ski sessions this bar and restaurant is open every day in winter for food, drinks and dancing.
La Table du Ruitor Bar in Méribel-Mottaret is the perfect place to savour every moment, whether it’s a morning coffee or a long, leisurely aperitif. Here, conviviality is at the heart of every visit, whether you’re discussing the quality of the snow, planning your day, or sharing stories with friends - or even new acquaintances.
The 3,000m high Mont-Vallon towers over the village. Méribel-Mottaret is surrounded by forests and the Tueda Nature Reserve (which borders the Vanoise National Park) with its lake, Arolla pine forest, cross-country trails and walking paths. Activities include downhill skiing, snow park and fun zones, cross-country skiing, ski touring and snowshoeing, walking paths, paragliding, horse-drawn carriage, snow scooters plus there are two spas/massage centres. In summer, there are numerous activities for children plus mountain biking, via ferrata and hiking.
Fish in the beautiful Lac Tueda, with clear water and high number of trout the lake is reserved throughout the summer for fishing.
Screening times for this cinema are as follows:
In the centre of Meribel Mottaret, near the tourist office, there is a 12-hole crazy golf course available for family fun.
Courchevel, Méribel and Val Thorens offer a variety of challenging and scenic rides. Whether you’re after high-altitude thrills or leisurely panoramic routes, there’s something here for every level of cyclist.
The Col de Tougnète, often considered the little brother of the Col de la Loze (2304m), has a slightly higher summit at 2405m.
Bureau des Guides de Meribel are a team of highly qualified, experienced and enthusiatic mountain guides. As well as winter activities they also offer a wide range of summer activities for all ages and levels of fitness.
25m indoor swimmming pool at the Olympic Centre, with paddling pool and flume. Special events and activities are organised throughout the season.
Head out into the mountains with experienced guides in either summer or winter for some amazing experiences.
This company offers a whole host of watersports activities in and around the local area.
White water rafting is accessible to all who love the natural environment and who are in search of a bit of adventure. These excursions will leave you with some unforgettable memories.
This activity is accessible to those comfortable in water, no need to be a professional diver or swimmer, you just have to be smart at using the water movements, obstacles and waves.
From cosy Alpine style to more modern, there is a small but ample selection of chalets to choose from in Mottaret.
Chalet Druchka is located in Méribel Village in a preserved setting, just 400 metres walk from restaurants, a bakery, a sports shop and the Golf chairlift which easily connects the Three Valleys area.
Reserved for nature lovers and those who value tranquility, La Forêt will charm you with its magical surroundings!
This chalet is a stunning chalet, situated in the Morel region in the heart of Méribel. It’s enviably located just across the road from the Morel chairlift and the Hulotte piste allowing direct access to the pistes.
Elegant suite with pastel tones, light wood finishes and sweeping Méribel mountain views - includes half board for four.
Magnificent 70m² apartment in a brand-new residence in Méribel Mottaret.
Entering the chalet on the ground floor, you will be welcomed by the warm and inviting living space. A statement chandelier is the focal point of the space, but the vast windows occupying the whole wall draw the eye outside to take in the stunning snow-cloaked landscape, flooding the cathedral-like space with light.
Jewel of the mountain, Chalet La Ferme de mon Grand-père sits in the centre of Méribel, a renowned winter sports village in the heart of the Three Valleys, the world’s largest ski area.
Méribel-Mottaret village is mainly made up of wood-clad residences (apartment buildings) located alongside the slopes. The resort’s compact size means you can easily reach all the shops, restaurants and services on foot so your car can be left in a car park.
Les Alpages is a chalet-style apartment in Méribel Mottaret, set at the head of the valley with spectacular views of Mont Vallon.
This chalet is a stunning chalet, situated in the Morel region in the heart of Méribel. It’s enviably located just across the road from the Morel chairlift and the Hulotte piste allowing direct access to the pistes.
The residence is located in the heart of Méribel-Mottaret. A shopping centre is also close by.In the heart of the 3 Vallées, this is an authentic Savoy resort with large chalets.
Holiday rentals in Meribel
Boulevard A19 is a ski-in/ski-out apartment in the Hameau du Mottaret area.
Nestled in Méribel’s quiet Plateau district, this beautiful eighty square metre apartment offers a peaceful retreat in the heart of the Three Valleys.
From hotels with spa facilities to the more basic end of the spectrum, Mottaret has a small handful of hotels for you to choose from.
Tucked away in the forest and only accessible by ski or foot, Adray Télébar blends rustic alpine comfort with a lively atmosphere - perfect for couples, families and friends alike.
Residence du Tueda is located in the most recent part of Méribel-Mottaret resort, at walking distance from ski lifts and close to the resort centre. It is made up of four savoyard-style buildings and divided into two areas linked by a public inclined lift. The apartments enjoy splendid views the skiing runs.
Located right on the pistes in the centre of Méribel-Mottaret close to the ESF ski school and next door to a ski hire shop.
Sitting above the Méribel ski resort, the Pierre & Vacances Crets Residence is one of our finest residences in the French Alps following a recent renovation: apartments have been enlarged and redecorated in warm colours, and top-of-the-range furnishings and equipment installed.
The residence is located in the heart of Méribel-Mottaret. A shopping centre is also close by. In the heart of the 3 Vallées, this is an authentic Savoy resort with large chalets.
In the heart of Meribel 3 Valleys Ski area nestles this hotel enjoys direct access to the pistes and a short stroll to the many shops, restaurants and bars of Meribel.
Lying at the head of the Méribel valley, Méribel-Mottaret offers especially fast access to the 600km of pistes in the Three Vallées. Located right at the heart of the world’s largest ski area, Méribel-Mottaret is in easy reach of Courchevel, Les Menuires and Val Thorens, as well as the 150km of ski runs in the Méribel valley. Méribel centre can easily be reached via the free bus service, by car or on skis.
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.
This company offers private transfers from Geneva Airport to Méribel. Established and efficient - you can rely on them.
This company provides private door-to-door airport transfers at competitive prices. With passenger safety and comfort at the forefront of their minds, they are the perfect option.
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.
This company offers private and shared transfers from Geneva Airport to Meribel, nearby areas, and resorts across the Alps. With great value fares on all journeys, it’s an easy way to save money.
Helping holidaymakers enjoy seamless airport transfers since 2008. From prompt and professional drivers, to stylish and well-maintained vehicles. A journey with them is more than just a transfer. Their aim is to ensure all their customers travel in comfort and with confidence.
New-built apartment that's located in Méribel-Mottaret.
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