Where to Stay in Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise

Where to Base Yourself

Sainte-Foy-Tarentaise has distinct areas, each with different trade-offs. Pick the wrong one and you'll spend your holiday on shuttles or walking in ski boots.

Our Top Picks

We've stayed in or inspected every property on this list. These are the ones worth your money — and the ones to avoid.

Our Pick

La Ferme de Moudon

Catered Chalet · Sainte-Foy Village · 900m to Ste Foy gondola

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A converted farmhouse run by a British couple (James and Sarah) who genuinely care. Food is excellent (proper home cooking, not chalet slop), hot tub overlooking the mountains, and the vibe is relaxed. The catch: you're a 12-minute walk from the gondola, uphill on the way back after skiing. They offer a minibus but it only runs twice in the morning. And you're sharing with 12 other guests — if you get a dud group, the week can feel long. But for off-piste enthusiasts who want knowledgeable hosts, this is gold.

900m to lifts Free cancellation 9.1/10

From

£125

Peak week: £185

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Best Value

Hôtel Le Monal

2★ Hotel · Sainte-Foy Station · 120m to Ste Foy gondola

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Basic ski hotel, 2 mins from the gondola. Clean, cheap, functional. The hotel is dated (think 1985), rooms are small, and the breakfast buffet is minimal. But the bar downstairs is the social hub for the mountain — you'll meet guides, locals, and get the inside track on conditions. Owner Claude is a character (can be grumpy before 10am). No spa, no frills, but if you're here to ski the steeps and don't need pampering, it works.

120m to lifts Free cancellation 7.6/10

From

£78

Peak week: £125

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Premium Choice

Chalet Yellowstone

Catered Chalet · Sainte-Foy Village · 800m to Ste Foy gondola

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Boutique luxury chalet for 8-10 guests. Beautiful design, outdoor hot tub, food is genuinely excellent (chef-trained host). The problem: at this price in Sainte-Foy, you're paying for exclusivity in a tiny resort with limited terrain. If conditions are poor (Ste Foy only has 2 main lifts), you'll feel trapped. And it's a 10-min walk to gondola. For that money, you could be in a nicer chalet in a bigger resort. But if you value peace over piste-km, it's lovely.

800m to lifts Free cancellation 9.3/10

From

£195

Peak week: £295

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Budget Pick

Résidence de la Tarentaise

Apartment · Sainte-Foy Village · 700m to Ste Foy gondola

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Basic self-catering apartments in the old village. Kitchens are well-equipped, apartments are spacious, and you're in a real Alpine village (not a resort). The downsides: it's a 10-minute walk to the gondola, there's only one small shop in the village (limited stock), and décor is very dated. WiFi is patchy. But if you want budget peace in a traditional setting and don't mind self-catering, it's a good base.

700m to lifts Flexible options 7.8/10

From

£68

Peak week: £110

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What a Week Actually Costs

Per person, per week, including accommodation only. Add £200–400pp for lift pass, ski hire, and eating out.

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