Nestled in the mountains, Refuge du Montenvers offers a serene escape with a free breakfast buffet and stunning views from the terrace. Enjoy rock climbing, hiking/biking trails nearby or unwind in the garden or library. With two on-site restaurants serving French cuisine and high-speed WiFi, this hotel is perfect for adventure-seekers.
Chamonix-Mont-Blanc (XCF-Chamonix-Mont-Blanc Train Station) - 9 min drive
Restaurants
Le Ptiot Monchu
Sushi Shop
Brasserie des deux Gares
Panoramique Montenvers - 2 min walk
MOÖ Bar
About this property
Refuge du Montenvers
Refuge du Montenvers is a great choice for a stay in Chamonix-Mont-Blanc. Guests looking for a bite to eat can visit Restaurant du Montenvers, one of 2 restaurants, which serves French cuisine. Other features include a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli and a terrace.
At a glance
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Hotel size
18 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 10:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property is accessible only by train, departing from Montenvers-Mer de Glace Train Station in Chamonix-Mont-Blanc. The last train departs at 4 PM.
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets allowed*
Service animals welcome
Restrictions apply*
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
No on-site parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast each morning 8:00 AM–9:30 AM
2 restaurants
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Snack bar/deli
Water dispenser
Travelling with children
Children's books
What to do
Hiking/biking trails
Rock climbing
Mountain climbing nearby
Working away
Meeting room
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Romance packages
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1880
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Library
Vegetarian dining options
Local artist showcase
Local culture and ecosystem education
Double-glazed windows
At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
No plastic soft drinks bottles
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
No plastic water bottles
Reusable cups only
Reusable tableware only
Banquet hall
Outdoor furniture
Traditional architecture
Room amenities
Home comfort
Heating
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Premium bedding
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
Stay connected
Laptop-friendly workspace
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Champagne service
High chair
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Daily housekeeping
Energy-saving switches
LED light bulbs
Recycling
Water-efficient toilets only
Special features
Dining
Restaurant du Montenvers – This brasserie specialises in French cuisine. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Panoramique Mer de Glace – This family restaurant specialises in French cuisine. Open selected days.
Awards and affiliations
Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education) – a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 4.90 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 18 years of age.
Children & extra beds
Cots/infant beds are available for EUR 15.0 per night
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 15 per pet, per night
Policies
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property does not have lifts.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and window guards on-site.
This property accepts credit cards, ANCV Cheques-vacances and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000 owing to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information on the booking confirmation.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
Also known as
Terminal Neige Montenvers Hotel Chamonix Mont Blanc
Terminal Neige Montenvers Chamonix Mont Blanc
Hotel Terminal Neige Montenvers Chamonix Mont Blanc
Chamonix Mont Blanc Terminal Neige Montenvers Hotel
Hotel Terminal Neige Montenvers
Terminal Neige Montenvers Hotel
Terminal Neige Montenvers
Terminal Neige Montenvers
Refuge du Montenvers Hotel
Refuge du Montenvers Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
Refuge du Montenvers Hotel Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
Frequently asked questions
Does Refuge du Montenvers offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Refuge du Montenvers does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Refuge du Montenvers?
Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of EUR 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
Is parking offered on site at Refuge du Montenvers?
Sorry, there's no on-site parking at Refuge du Montenvers.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Refuge du Montenvers?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
Is there an on-site casino at Refuge du Montenvers?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Le Royal Chamonix (28-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Refuge du Montenvers and nearby?
Have fun with on-site activities such as rock climbing and hiking. Refuge du Montenvers also has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Refuge du Montenvers?
Yes, there are 2 on-site restaurants, featuring French cuisine.
What's the area around Refuge du Montenvers like?
Refuge du Montenvers is located a short 18-minute walk from La Mer de Glace Ski Lift.
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Reviews
Refuge du Montenvers Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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9.6
Cleanliness
9.2
Amenities
9.6
Staff & service
9.8
Property conditions & facilities
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Reviews
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10/10 Exceptional
21 Apr 2026
Insane views, a spot that really slows you down and shuts out the outside world!
Steven
Steven, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
14 Nov 2024
What an amazing hotel. Amazing location. Definitely would go again
Jonathan
Jonathan, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
4 Aug 2024
The wait staff was incredibly helpful and generous to us. We appreciated their assistance and making our two days there memorable.
John D
John D, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
21 Jun 2025
Staying in a hotel in the mountains above Chamonix, accessible only by a quaint train (30 minutes) where you can go on incredible hikes or just relax on the patio and stare at the glorious mountains... well, it doesn't get better than that. Everyone on the staff was attentive and nice, and the family room was perfect for my husband, myself, and our teenage daughter (who got her own space). We loved it!!
Nina
Nina, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
3 Oct 2025
So peaceful and a memorable walking trail with the family.
Mary Helene
Mary Helene, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
2 Aug 2025
Exceptional location. Cool, vintage-looking hotel. Rooms are very oldschool, which is cool. Bathrooms should have followed the same style.
Daniel
Daniel, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
14 Mar 2023
Our stay at Montenvers was great. The hotel appearred lovingly restored to it's original glory. It was a realitively easy and comfortable way to immerse in some of the most beautiful mtns in the world. The food was very good. The views from our room of the glacier and mtns were fantastic.
Jeffrey
Jeffrey, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
23 Jun 2023
A historical hotel with excellent food. Love the hotel dogs( love to play stick) and the feline friend in the dinning area. The view from the room are wow.
Would i be back? Yes.
Ken
Ken, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
12 Feb 2026
Très belle de
Flavien
Flavien, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
9 Jan 2026
Chambre vue montagne grandiose, personnel très agréable, repas et pti dej top !
Romain
Romain, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
15 Dec 2025
Un cadre exceptionnel, mais l’expérience ne suit pas.
Nous habitons à Chamonix et nous étions ravis de séjourner enfin au Montenvers - le site est spectaculaire et le dîner était vraiment bon. Cependant, pour le prix payé, l’expérience globale nous a déçus.
L’intérieur a besoin d’un vrai coup de neuf. L’espace bar souffre d’un éclairage peu flatteur et manque cruellement de chaleur et de convivialité - une occasion manquée vu le cadre montagnard exceptionnel. Les chambres sont basiques, voire décevantes pour ce niveau de prix.
Le plus frustrant : aucune communication sur les horaires du train. Même en tant que locaux, on a trouvé ça confus - on imagine à peine la difficulté pour les visiteurs qui dépendent du train comme seul moyen d’accès en hiver.
Il y a un superbe hôtel qui ne demande qu’à émerger ici. Le potentiel est là - le site fait déjà une grande partie du travail. Mais il faut investir dans les intérieurs pour créer le refuge alpin chaleureux qu’il pourrait être, et repenser complètement la communication et le service client. Pour l’instant, l’établissement se repose sur la vue.
Skye
Skye, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
26 Feb 2025
Uma experiência única.
Nada igual, uma experiência única que todos deveria ter, de passar uma noite em um hotel mágico nas montanhas, tratamento intimista, vista impecável, eu nem tenho palavras.
O conforto do quarto é 10/10 e a alimentação é de alto nível.
Gabriel
Gabriel, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
30 Sept 2024
Experiencia Incrível!
Experiencia incrível no meio das montanhas. Vale a pena!
Café da manhã e jantar muito gostosos e bem acolhedor. A vista sensacional para as montanhas. Hotel fica isolado, bom para momentos a dois. Não esqueça de levar tudo que precisa, pois não há comercio algum ao redor.
MARCELA
MARCELA, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
28 Sept 2024
Refuge en amoureux
Séjour incroyable dans un lieu historique d'exception. Accueil à la réception impeccable, en revanche la restauration déplorable.
Robin
Robin, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
19 Aug 2024
Merveilleux
Pierre
Pierre, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
30 Apr 2024
Ambiance alpin
Dans un cadre typique alpin, on a été accueilli merveilleusement bien , notre chambre très spacieuse avec vue sur la mer de glace top ! Dîner délicieux et petit déjeuner copieux toujours avec vue sur la montagne
Je recommande sans hésiter
Rosa
Rosa, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
16 Apr 2024
découverte
nuitée atypique dans un décor de film!, bon accueil, chance au réveil d'un contraste montagne sur ciel bleu azur, une bonne expérience!!
jean françois
jean françois, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
15 Apr 2024
Lieu magique
carine
carine, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
20 Aug 2023
Rare
Nous etions comme chez des amis.
Thierry
Thierry, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good
17 Apr 2022
Yy
Gavard
Gavard, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
7 Jan 2022
L’endroit en
Cyril
Cyril, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
29 Dec 2021
Es un lugar paradisiaco
LUIS
LUIS, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
8 Sept 2021
Parfait
Super sejour au calme avec un tres bon repas et un personnel au top merci
Laurent
Laurent, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
20 Jul 2021
Grand hôtel du Montenvers
accueil très chaleureux nous sommes arrivés très en avance mais aucun souci le dortoir était prêt (nous étions seul). Très propre et spacieux nous avons très bien dormi la literie était excellente. Les salle de bains très propres et spacieuses. Le repas très fin et copieux (félicitations aux cuisiniers) ainsi que le petit-déjeuner et toujours avec un personnel très souriant. Bref nous reviendrons et nous recommandons fortement pour le rapport qualité prix. Décor magnifique également
Carole
Carole, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
19 Jul 2021
Excellent séjour dans ce lieu mythique
Excellent séjour dans ce lieu mythique. Service très sympathique et très efficace.