From the outside, Les Airelles might seem like a 19th-century Savoyard chalet. While it is a chalet, it could actually pass more as an Austro-Hungarian castle. It’s homely, but smartly so with dark woods, oil paintings and stained glass detailing. Staff are whip-sharp, anticipating the needs of hotel’s regulars (often high-flyers who know that Courchevel has the best mountains to ski). As an Alpine retreat – you’ll want to come here and stay here, venturing out for long ski days or curling up by the roring fires with a hot chocolate. It’s perfect for the whole family too – with enough activities to keep the kids entertained all throughout the day.