Ski Hôtel de la Forêt, Crans Montana, Switzerland

This cosy, family-run hotel is located in a serene and panoramic setting on the outskirts of Montana. Rooms are comfortably furnished and all have a balcony, from which the beautiful surroundings can be fully appreciated. The hotel restaurant offers a chance to sample the local fare and a relaxing atmosphere is assured in the piano bar. You can use the indoor swimming pool and sauna of the "La Compaz" apartments which are approx 400m away

 

Facilities

  • All Rooms have Bath, WC
  • All rooms have Balcony
  • Cosy Bar (Piano)
  • Hair Dryer in room
  • High Chair
  • Lift
  • Reception
  • Sauna (extra charge)
  • Sun Terrace
  • TV in room (cable)
  • Telephone in room

Meals

This hotel is available on a half-board basis, with a buffet breakfast and a three course dinner. Gala Christmas dinner is included. A New Year's Eve gala dinner is available, payable locally.


Room Types

  • Twin - Quad Room (for 2-4 people)
  • Twin - Triple Room (for 2-3 people)

Important Information

  • There is no full time representative in this resort. Subsequently company organised Apres ski activities are limited. Emergency 24hr phone coverage is provided.
  • Although Directski.com does not employ a full time representative in this resort, you will receive a welcome pack on arrival and a 24 hour telephone number for use in the case of an emergency.A passport photograph is required for lift passes in this resort – please come prepared.
  • Please note Directski.com do not offer full time reps in Switzerland. Guests are furnished with contact information in the event of an emergency.

Facilities

  • All Rooms have Bath, WC
  • All rooms have Balcony
  • Cosy Bar (Piano)
  • Hair Dryer in room
  • High Chair
  • Lift
  • Reception
  • Sauna (extra charge)
  • Sun Terrace
  • TV in room (cable)
  • Telephone in room

Meals

This hotel is available on a half-board basis, with a buffet breakfast and a three course dinner. Gala Christmas dinner is included. A New Year's Eve gala dinner is available, payable locally.


Room Types

  • Twin - Quad Room (for 2-4 people)
  • Twin - Triple Room (for 2-3 people)

Important Information

  • There is no full time representative in this resort. Subsequently company organised Apres ski activities are limited. Emergency 24hr phone coverage is provided.
  • Although Directski.com does not employ a full time representative in this resort, you will receive a welcome pack on arrival and a 24 hour telephone number for use in the case of an emergency.A passport photograph is required for lift passes in this resort – please come prepared.
  • Please note Directski.com do not offer full time reps in Switzerland. Guests are furnished with contact information in the event of an emergency.

Located approximately 1kilometer from the center of Montana and 0.5 kilometers from the cable-car to the slopes. The free ski bus stops less then 50m from the hotel.

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Crans Montana

*high altitude resort*

Set on a broad shelf facing south across the Rhone Valley, Crans-Montana is really two separate towns that merged in the 1960's to become this world-renowned resort. Famous for its pure mountain air, Crans Montana today is a large, cosmopolitan resort with plenty of things to do.

The Snow

  • Best suited to intermediate and beginners with some excellent nursery areas and plenty of wide meandering reds.
  • Ideal for a family ski holiday
  • Very good snowboarding areas
  • Modern, well-designed lift system

Suitability

Beginner:****
Intermediate:*****
Advanced:***
Snowboard:****

Pistes

Black:3
Red:28
Blue:20
Longest:12km
Total:160km
Village height:1500m
Highest lift:3000m

Lift System

Total lifts:35
Chair lifts:7
Drag lifts:21
Gondola:5

 

Après Ski

  • Large town with 80 international restaurants, an excellent range of shops, lively nightlife and culture, a comprehensive program of activities and a wide-ranging choice of sporting activities beyond skiing
  • Crans is more upmarket than Montana, where you'll find cheaper bars and restaurants

* Other attractions of note include the bell foundry, local church and perfumery.

The Rest

  • Considered as one of the world's sunniest ski resort
  • Breathtaking views of the Alps from the Matterhorn to Mont Blanc

 

Full Crans Montana resort information.

Ski Pack Prices

Age:

Travel Date:

Bringing Own Equipment: Carriage Ski/Snowboard (7 day)£15
Lift Pass: Lift Pass (6 day)£135
School: Ski School (5 day)£105
School: Snowboard School (5 day)£105
Ski Stuff: Ski & Boot Hire (6 day)£77
Snowboard Stuff: Snowboard & Boot Hire (6 day)£95

In Resort

Swiss Ski School Montana

The Swiss Ski School offers a number of different options to book for families with children of different ages. The options available are as follows:

Nursery: Accepts children aged 18 months and over
Bibi Club: Accepts children aged 2.5 to 3 years
Snowli Club: Accepts children aged 4 to 6 years
Riders Club: Accepts children ages 7 to 11 years

All details on prices and hours can be found listed in details on the Swiss Ski Schools Website.

How to Book:

  • Website: www.essmontana.ch
  • Email: info@essmontana.ch
  • Phone: +27-4811480

Important Note: Please note if you choose to book the services outlined above, your contract for them will not be with us and the services will not form part of any package of services we may supply. Your contract for these services will be with the supplier of the services identified above as appropriate. The booking conditions of that supplier will apply to that contract. We accept no liability in respect of these services or for the acts or omissions of any supplier(s) or other person(s) or party(ies) connected with them.

Snow Reports:


Last Updated04 Dec 2008
Last Snowed03 Dec 2008
Temperature-6°C
Snow Depth on Lower Slopes10cm
Snow Depth on Upper Slopes80cm
Fresh Snow Depth10cm
Open Lifts2
Total Lifts28
Runs to ResortGood
WeatherLovely weather, perfect ski day
Piste StateGood skiing on well groomed pistes

Ski Club of Great Britain

Snow data supplied by the Ski Club of Great Britain.

Current Hôtel de la Forêt Deals:

  • Great Child Discounts

  • 10% off packages, all January departures*

Prices and availability per person

Depart:No flights available.
Based on:
Stay:
13 Dec 2008red £410
20 Dec 2008red Sold Out (Accom. only) £410
27 Dec 2008red Sold Out (Accom. only) £490
03 Jan 2009red Sold Out (Accom. only) £315
10 Jan 2009red Sold Out (Accom. only) £315
17 Jan 2009red Sold Out (Accom. only) £315
24 Jan 2009red Sold Out (Accom. only) £315
31 Jan 2009red Sold Out (Accom. only) £315
07 Feb 2009red Sold Out (Accom. only) £350
14 Feb 2009green Available (Accom. only) £410
21 Feb 2009red Sold Out (Accom. only) £410
28 Feb 2009red Sold Out (Accom. only) £350
07 Mar 2009red Sold Out (Accom. only) £350
14 Mar 2009red Sold Out (Accom. only) £350
21 Mar 2009green Available (Accom. only) £350
28 Mar 2009red Sold Out (Accom. only) £350
04 Apr 2009red £350
To book this holiday online or see detailed prices, please select one of the above dates and click 'go'.
This accommodation offers:
- Twin - Quad Room (for 2-4 people)
- Twin - Triple Room (for 2-3 people)
Maximum occupancy offers best value.
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