Au Charmant Petit Lac - Ecohotel Parc & Spa

“Hotel Bar”

Have attended several times the Bar at the hotel most recently with several friends, attention to the details is key. Had the most amazing dry martini by barman Sergio, made with a mixture of white and red vermouth too ! Must try

“An absolute gem in the Italian alps!”

My husband and I just returned from visiting Au Charmant Petit Lac and found it to be one of the most beautifully-situated and charming hotels we have ever stayed at. The entire staff (Elena and everyone else that we came into contact with at the bar, lobby and restaurants) were so helpful and att… more

My husband and I just returned from visiting Au Charmant Petit Lac and found it to be one of the most beautifully-situated and charming hotels we have ever stayed at. The entire staff (Elena and everyone else that we came into contact with at the bar, lobby and restaurants) were so helpful and attentive, and the rooms were well-appointed and comfortable. The breakfast in the main room downstairs was a big highlight - so delicious and bountiful and fresh. LOVED it! And we loved walking up to Lo Bistrot for dinner each night (included in our package) - the was delicious and we loved the vibe downstairs. I will recommend this hotel to everyone I know and will definitely plan to be back some day, hopefully in the near future.

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“Excellent hotel”

Five star hotel with five star service. We stayed in a basic room but was still excellent, comfy beds, spotless clean, coffee machine. Breakfast excellent, we ordered extras, asked for porridge (not on menu), all no problem. Staff very attentive but not intrusive. Afternoon tea always available, se… more

Five star hotel with five star service. We stayed in a basic room but was still excellent, comfy beds, spotless clean, coffee machine. Breakfast excellent, we ordered extras, asked for porridge (not on menu), all no problem. Staff very attentive but not intrusive. Afternoon tea always available, selection of cakes, meat and cheese, different teas. Evening aperitifs served in the bar and lounge. All included in the price. Spa very clean, well appointed pool and is able to swim especially with resistance jets, sauna, steam room etc. Restaurant in hotel, good quality, serving modern local food, smaller portions but adequate and extra can be ordered if needed. Knowledgeable staff about wine.

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“Perfect long weekend in a lovely setting with charming hosts”

Au Charmant Petit Lac has charming modern but rustic (ski resort feel) architecture and décor, with everything geared to giving a first-class sensation in a sports setting. The food was excellent - I saw another reviewer below grumbling about a lack of "international" food which is untrue as there … more

Au Charmant Petit Lac has charming modern but rustic (ski resort feel) architecture and décor, with everything geared to giving a first-class sensation in a sports setting. The food was excellent - I saw another reviewer below grumbling about a lack of "international" food which is untrue as there are choices but there is indeed a distinct emphasis on "local" specialities, and produce from "the hunt" is an important part of local cooking. To the more sophisticated (or down-to-earth) traveller this is actually a plus - for pity's sake, it's a mountain resort not a city-centre hotel, you would hardly expect deer steaks or locally-made Italian country cheese in a New York hotel, so enjoy it while it's on offer in an alpine setting. Dare to be local. Breakfast is great fun as a whole spread is laid out on your own table instead of on a large public buffet (this also caused some grumbles from a reviewer below - why? Do you particularly want your breakfast sneezed on by other clients?) There are the usual breakfast classics but also some (to the non-Italian) more surprising choices including sautéed vegetables, and fewer French-style pastries. Bread is provided although is not their specialty but there is no shortage of cold cuts, smoked salmon, cheese, granola, and fruit. Added to which they serve tea and coffee and delicious nibbles in the rustic lounge area late afternoons, so skipping lunch seems entirely possible and you need to work hard to keep the calories down. Which you can do in the spa which has a truly lovely WARM pool (no need to grit your teeth on your way in), as well as the usual sauna and steam room and an "Emotional Shower" (beware, your emotions come when the cold water hits you). A charming masseuse takes care of the massages and facial treatments, tested both, and both were a treat. At the end of the day, it is the staff who really stand out in this pretty establishment - they are all very welcoming, unfailingly helpful and unendingly patient with clients. Five stars to all of them and our deepest thanks for giving us such a lovely holiday.

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