Nestled at 1250 meter altitude, in privileged nature, the Chalet Hotel du Jeu de Paume opens the happiness gates. Between the impregnable Aiguilles de Chamonix and the Vallée of Argentière, the hamlet of the Lavancher, is an enviroment that can only marvel every nature lover.
The 23 rooms of the hotel, dressed in natural wood, provide the comfort of a 4 stars, and are in harmony, with the little sitting rooms surrounding the big central fire place. Our gastronomical restaurant "Le Rosebud" and it's chef Eric De Gang propose an inventive and refined cuisine. The efforts of Eric and his team were recognized by many Guides. After a skiing day in Chamonix Mont Blanc valley or a stroll in the mountain, you can only enjoy the quiet moment of a sauna, a jacuzzi or the interior of the hotel. Inevitable, our bar salon propose a billiard game or the simple discovery of our cocktails, and our Malts grogg, appreciated by the connoisseurs. One feels at home at Le Jeu de Paume. This little paradise exist, your are invited to the discovery...
All rooms offer the warmth of wood interior and four-star comfort (TV, mini bar, full bathroom, telephone with modem hook-up, safe, small living-room and sunny balconies. The Balme rooms… overlook the Argentiere Valley. The Aiguilles rooms… face the Chamonix Peaks (Aiguilles de Chamonix) or the Red Peaks (Aiguilles Rouges). The Balneo rooms, overlooking the Argentiere Valley or Chamonix Peaks, are more spacious and equipped with jaccuzis.
The Emmanuelle Cottage: A small cottage next to the hotel sleeps six. Main floor - One bedroom (queen size bed), full bathroom, kitchenette, living/dining room, fireplace (wood provided). Second floor – Two bedrooms, each with twin beds and one full bathroom. Private garden and full access to hotel facilities.
We offer complete holiday packages giving access to all centers and services in Chamonix.
Skiers: At your request, ski passes can be delivered at your doorstep upon arrival. Reservation for ski instructors or high mountain guides, equipment rental, as well as private transportation to and from ski centers of your choice are available. Hikers and Nature Lovers: Several trails are well marked according to skills on mid and high elevations. Many circuits are also designed for those who simply want to take in the sheer natural beauty of the surroundings. We can also look after your reservations for courses in climbing, rafting, paragliding, etc.. Guaranteed thrills included! Would you rather simply enjoy the quiet and serene environment around the Chalet? Indulge in the luxury of our covered heated pool opening onto a sun-filled garden, the sauna, jacuzzi, hammam, as well as massage and esthetician professionals.
Citizen Kate’s favorite spot would also have pleased her producer Orson Welles! Thanks to Chef Eric De Ganck, The Rosebud has become one of the best restaurants in the Chamonix Valley. Over the past 10 years, Chef De Ganck has developed an art form of mixing herbs and spices, creating an original and refined gastronomic signature of his own.