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"I think Villars is an ideal resort for a family holiday or a short break. With a short transfer from Geneva, you'll be in this classic Swiss resort in no time and the Chalet Royalp Hotel & Spa offers excellent accommodation. "

Nick Laver

Product Manager

Villars Ski Holidays

A picturesque haven that’s especially loved by families, the elegant ski village of Villars sits on a sunny plateau in the Vaud Alps with views stretching from Lake Geneva to Mont Blanc. While Villars is full of refined luxury, you’ll also find it a low-key alternative to some of the glitzier Swiss resorts.

Explore the slopes

Villars links to the villages of Gryon and Les Diablerets by both ski lift and mountain railway to create an extensive and varied ski area with lovely views of the Dents du Midi. Fantastic skiing can also be found on the mighty Glacier 3000, accessible from Les Diablerets by free shuttle bus or via the slopes from Isenau.

If you make it over to Glacier 3000, remember to take your camera to capture the spectacular vistas of the Alps’ most famous peaks: Mont Blanc, the Matterhorn, the Jungfrau and beyond.

Although the pistes of Villars are perhaps best suited to novices and intermediates with a good choice of sunny beginner areas and plenty of lovely wide cruising runs, experts can enjoy a handful of demanding black runs and amazing off-piste terrain when the powder gods are smiling.

Enjoy the resort

From its timber-clad chalets to its snow-laden forests, Villars has retained a wonderfully traditional Swiss feel. The streets are safe and friendly and there’s an attractive centre with a choice of shops, bars and restaurants. 

Villars is renowned for its excellent dining options and the warm welcome it extends to families. Choose from crowd-pleasing favourites like pizza, hearty mountains dishes like fondue and raclette, and gourmet fine dining at Michelin-starred restaurant Le Jardin des Alpes at the Chalet Royalp Hotel & Spa. Much of the dining and vibrant après-ski takes place within the resort’s hotels, although you’ll also find some fantastic authentic bars where you can mingle with the locals.

The fun doesn’t stop when you leave the pistes in Villars. Keep the action going with everything from paragliding, ice skating and sledging to winter walks through the magnificent scenery surrounding the village. And the chic metropolis of Geneva is within easy reach for a day trip.   

Where to stay

We’ve chosen the most luxurious hotel in Villars, the Chalet Royalp Hotel & Spa, as our one and only featured accommodation option. Because only the best will do. Here traditional alpine inspiration blends perfectly with chic modern luxury to create a cocoon of cosy ambiance.

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"I think Villars is an ideal resort for a family holiday or a short break. With a short transfer from Geneva, you'll be in this classic Swiss resort in no time and the Chalet Royalp Hotel & Spa offers excellent accommodation. "

Nick Laver

Product Manager

Villars Stats

Ski Area

Villars-Gryon-Les Diablerets - Glacier 3000: 113km

Ski Range

1200-3000m

Blue Runs

55km

Red Runs

45km

Black Runs

13km

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Airport distances

Geneva

1hr30mins

Zurich

3hrs

Offers in Villars

Villars Accommodation

Chalet Royalp Hotel & Spa

The beautiful Chalet Royalp Hotel & Spa occupies a peaceful...

Après-Ski in Villars

There is a good choice of authentic après ski bars in Villars where you can mingle with the locals. Le P'tit Chalet, just opposite the railway station, is not to be missed and features live music and DJs at its outdoor bar. Or why not indulge in a delicious cocktail at the BeAR's Bar in the Chalet Royalp Hotel & Spa? The 105 Bar MB is a modern bar with resident DJs and regular theme nights, perfect for partying.

Dining in Villars

For a lunch on the slopes L'Etable comes highly recommended. A refurbished stable offering home-cooked dishes, you'll also find plenty of animals roaming free here including donkeys and goats. Restaurant Auberge du Col-de-Soud serves traditional Swiss dishes made with fresh ingredients. 

For evening meals, the Chalet Royalp Hotel & Spa offers plenty of dining options including Le Jardin des Alpes and the traditional Swiss style restaurant Le Grizzly serving unbeatable fondue. If you decide to venture into town you'll find a good choice of restaurants including L'Alchimiste which offers a varied menu..

Activities in Villars

Aside from skiing, there are many activities for people of all ages to enjoy in Villars. Whether it's sledging, ice skating or a winter walk, you're sure to find something to suit you. If you fancy a day trip to Geneva, it's within easy reach by train but you may decide simply to make the most of all the home comforts at your 5-star accommodation. 

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