Hotel Champoluc, Piemonte

Rifugio Vieux Crest

9.5/10
Excellent 105 guest reviews
Suitable for Family trip in a convenient, well-connected urban location

Mountain hotel in Champoluc with ski-in/ski-out access. Restaurant, bar, and terrace. Highly rated for location (9.7★) and staff (9.8★).

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The essentials, no fluff:

Very close ski access

The Champoluc - Crest cable car is 800 metres away. The other two cable cars (Crest - Alpe Ostafa III and Alpe Ostafa-Colle Sarezza II) are 850 and 900 metres respectively.

Very high rating for staff and location

Guests especially value the staff (9.8/10) and location (9.7/10). Cleaning also scores 9.6/10 and comfort 9.5/10.

Moderately rated WiFi

Although the hotel offers free WiFi, guests rate it at 7.5/10, suggesting the connection may be inconsistent or slow in some areas.

Food and beverage services on-site

Features its own restaurant and bar, plus packed lunch service, useful for skiing days.

Who is this suitable for

Family trip in a convenient, well-connected urban location

When it is an ideal choice

  • Skiers and snowboarders looking for accommodation with direct access to slopes and cable cars.
  • Families: offers family rooms and adapted services.
  • Travellers who value personalised service and attention to detail.
  • Groups speaking English, French, or Italian, given the multilingual staff.

When to consider alternatives

  • Necesitas conexión WiFi fiable para trabajar: la valoración de 7.5/10 sugiere limitaciones.
  • Prefieres no pagar servicios adicionales: sauna y guardaesquíes tienen coste extra.
  • Buscas alojamiento en zona urbana con más opciones de ocio nocturno: Champoluc es un pueblo de montaña pequeño.

What travelers say

Top rated highlights

  • Exceptional staff: guests consistently highlight the team’s attentiveness and professionalism.
  • Strategic location for skiers: immediate proximity to cable cars and ski resorts.
  • High-level cleanliness and comfort: rated 9.6 and 9.5 respectively.
  • Balanced value for money: score of 9.0/10 suggests good ratio between services and price.

Things to consider

  • Limited WiFi connectivity: although available, the rating of 7.5/10 indicates it may not be optimal for remote work or streaming.
  • Additional paid services: sauna and ski storage require extra payment.
  • Mountain location: requires mountain road access, especially in winter.

Location and nearby points

Located in Champoluc, an alpine municipality in the Valle d'Aosta Valley, 800 metres from the main cable car connecting to the ski slopes.

Close to the Monte Rosa Massif (approximately 12 minutes on foot) and the Antagnod ski resort (6.4 km).

18 km from Graines Castle and 45 km from Parco Avventura Antey, for activities outside the ski season.

Turin Airport 97-110 km away, requiring a transfer of approximately 1.5-2 hours.

Nearby points of interest and transport

Telecabina Champoluc - Crest 800 m
Crest - Alpe Ostafa III 850 m
Alpe Ostafa-Colle Sarezza II 900 m
Gornergrat - 17 km*
Restaurante Sans Souci Birreria Brasserie 2,4 km
Castillo de Graines 18 km
Pico Corno Bussola (3024m) 8 km
Aeropuerto de Turín 97 km

Frequently asked questions

How close is the hotel to the ski slopes?

Yes, the Champoluc - Crest cable car is 800 metres. The other two main cable cars are 850 and 900 metres respectively.

Does it include breakfast?

Yes. Breakfast offers buffet, continental and Italian options.

Is there WiFi?

Yes, free WiFi. However, guests rate it at 7.5/10, suggesting the connection may be inconsistent.

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