Morzine
Traditional, large and lively resort town within the huge Portes du Soleil ski domain
Morzine resort guide - a general overview
This resort guide to Morzine gives an overview of the ski area, the restaurants (both on and off the mountain), the après ski scene and also the many nightlife options available to those that choose to take their ski holiday in this fabulous Portes du Soleil ski resort.
Morzine, the central resort of the Portes du Soleil, has become increasingly popular over the last decade as it offers fantastic value ski holidays and a great overall winter holiday experience. This is a lively, year-round resort with traditional mountain architecture spreads across both sides of a river which cuts through the valley floor. Its relatively low altitude leads to a risk of poor snow conditions in April but it remains popular with the British market being one of the easiest resorts to reach by car from the UK and offering one of the quickest transfer times from Geneva (less than one hour on a good day).
The ski area has plenty of terrain for everyone, especially on the local Pleney area which it shares with the resort of Les Gets. Although the main resort amenities are clustered around the Pleney lifts the accommodation on offer is widely scattered so the generally efficient bus service comes in handy. The après ski scene is one of the best in France with a multitude of bars, restaurants and activities after dark. Table dancing at the Crepuscule has been recommended and the Buddha Bar is also hugely popular.
With over 50 catered chalets in Morzine it's not hard to understand why this Portes du Soleil resort is highly popular with the British market.
Resort stats
650km
1,000m - 2,350m
Level of skiing
- Beginners
- Intermediates
- Experts
- Snow sure
- Off-piste
- Ski area
Qualities
- Charm factor
- Non-skiers
- Nightlife
- Resort layout
- Fine dining
- Short transfer
- Resort value
Airports
- Geneva
- 1hr
94 ski chalets in Morzine View All
Morzine, France
Chalet D'Espoir
Average Price
£1,195 ppMorzine, France
Chalet Blanc
Average Price
£567 ppMorzine, France
Chalet Roc Soleil
Average Price
£905 ppPros and Cons
Pros
- Vast ski area - best for intermediates and beginners
- Fun and varied nightlife by French standards
- Traditional town with much charm - there are 100's of chalets in Morzine
- Very short transfer from Geneva (less than one hour)
- Ski holidays in Morzine offer fantastic value
Cons
- As it is a large resort it is important to choose accommodation with easy access to lifts
- Late season skiing when the snow cover on lower slopes can get thin
- Weekend crowds in high season periods
Restaurants
Morzine Resort Restaurants
There is a wide choice of restaurants to try in Morzine. Le Clin d'Oeil, is an excellent family-run restaurant that has held the top spot on tripadvisor and for good reason! Excellent local and traditional dishes as well as a fantastic place for fondue. Hideout, serving up Asian street food in a beautiful setting, Hideout is super popular with locals and so advance booking is advised! Le Rontonde, is a centrally located family-friendly restaurant serving a whole host of traditional local dishes, children's dishes and daily specials.
Morzine Mountain Restaurants
The following come recommended - Chez Nannon between the Nyon and Chamossiere, Lhottys hut, the Vaffieu at the top of the Folliets chair, and Nabor. Also worth a go are the self-service restaurant on the Mont Chery, and finally The Taniere in Les Gets.
Morzine Apres Ski
There is dancing in ski boots at Crepuscule, to loud house music; Dixies has live sport, as well as live music and the local resort staff tend to go to the Cavern. Also recommended is the heated terrace at L'Etale on a Friday night. Local band Funkadelique play from 4.30pm-7.00pm when the place gets packed out quickly. L'Etale is in the centre of town, therefore very close to other excellent apres bars such as the Crepu ('pub' atmosphere), and the Coup de Cour for a more sophisticated, wine bar scene.
Morzine Nightlife
Being one of the livelier French resorts we think Morzine should keep most bar hoppers and disco divas happy. The bars to try include Coyote Bar with live DJ's playing nightly, the Tibetan bar for a more chilled out affair and for a late night bop the L'opera is the places to be seen.
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