Residence Pierre & Vacances L'alpaga

“Comfortable and value for money”

I am giving this 5 stars not because it is a 5 star hotel, but because it is comfortable and offers outstanding value for money. The most important necessities in ski accommodation is a comfortable bed and warm showers, and L’Alpaga offers both. We were a family of 4 staying in a standard 2 bed ap… more

I am giving this 5 stars not because it is a 5 star hotel, but because it is comfortable and offers outstanding value for money. The most important necessities in ski accommodation is a comfortable bed and warm showers, and L’Alpaga offers both. We were a family of 4 staying in a standard 2 bed apartment that sleeps up to 7 people, so had plenty of space. The furniture was comfortable, facilities adequate and apartment clean. The decor is a little tired (one of our cupboard doors actually snapped in half), but this did not cause discomfort and is the reason that this is half the price of other Pierre Vacances we have stayed in (such as one in Flaine). The position is good, with the Pontillas gondola a 5 min walk - but that takes you up to the slow Frejus chair as we prefered the 10 min walk to the Frejus gondola or Casse De Boef chair. A 10 min walk can be hard work with ski gear in blazing sunshine, so we tried to time in with thee “fun train” with stops outside every 40 mins. Also note that the take away pizza place in the building was the best pizza we had during the week! If we return to Serre Chevalier, this will be top of our list.

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“Great stay in the mountains”

Lovely stay close to the ski slopes in comfortable accommodation. Apartment was well equipped, had good parking and all necessary facilities nearby. Staff were friendly and helpful. Having lift passes ready on arrival was a bonus.

“Ski trip”

A very average P&V in terms of the quality and cleanliness of the flat. Location between two lifts, volume of snow and good slopes down the mountain made up for any shortcomings. Excellent supermarket for self caterers as few bars / restaurants. Municipal swimming pool next door, which looked nice … more

A very average P&V in terms of the quality and cleanliness of the flat. Location between two lifts, volume of snow and good slopes down the mountain made up for any shortcomings. Excellent supermarket for self caterers as few bars / restaurants. Municipal swimming pool next door, which looked nice but unable to use as had swim shorts, men can only swim in Speedo type trunks. Ice rink nearby too. Really good ski area although slightly antiquated, will definitely come back.

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