WELCOME TO LES GENTIANETTES, A HAVEN OF PEACE IN THE PORTES DU SOLEIL, BETWEEN CHATEL AND ABONDANCE.
The beauty of the panoramic alpine landscapes. The irresistible taste of French and Savoyard cuisine mastered to perfection by our Chef Claude TRINCAZ. The serenity and authenticity of a traditional mountain village. Come and discover the extraordinary atmosphere of the Chalet-Hotel Les Gentianettes, The Original Relais. Find us in the heart of the la Chapelle d’Abondance ski resort in Haute-Savoie, linked to Chatel by the French-Swiss border, a dozen kilometres away from the spa town of Evian-les-Bains, to experience a unique holiday in the Abondance Valley that you will never forget.
Entirely renovated, the 34 bedrooms of Les Gentianettes hotel in la Chapelle d’Abondance have been designed to fit in with the traditional Savoyard chalet style. Adorned with wood and top-quality materials, our rooms will make you feel warm and cosy from the moment you step in.
We offer 9 different types of accommodation to suit every budget, whether you are travelling by yourself or with your family.
Savour the opportunity to escape with your loved ones in our family-sized bedrooms and spacious suite, or to relax under the covers by your partner’s side for a mini getaway in our cocoon rooms.
Planning a quick stopover in the Abondance valley? Our standard 17m2 rooms are convenient and affordable to guarantee magical moments.
With simplicity in mind, book your room online in just a few clicks before it’s too late, ensuring you get to make some unforgettable memories in our charming hotel, Les Gentianettes.
ALL COMFORT AT A LOW PRICE
In this 17m2 bedroom, enjoy all of life’s comforts at a low cost. Here, your mountain getaway will be unforgettable. Whether you are travelling alone or with your partner, you and your budget will be blown away by the warmth and practical aspect of this double bedroom.
FOR A RELAXING HOLIDAY.
This comfortable 20m2 balcony room invites you to escape to the mountains in the heart of the Abondance Valley. In a warm and cosy atmosphere, you will be dazzled by the beauty of its decorations: wood and slate stone. This cosy bedroom will make you feel calm and relaxed thanks to its impressive mountainous views.
AN HAUTE-SAVOIE GETAWAY IN YOUR BUBBLE.
Adopt this cocoon of 23m² and live your most beautiful memories and your best moments of happiness in this family room with bathroom. If needed, we can install a baby cot or an extra bed at the side of your double bed.
A SPACIOUS AREA FOR A FAMILY OR A GROUP OF FRIENDS.
There are no misunderstandings in our triple connecting room. Your choice of a large double bed or two singles, alongside a 3rd bed separated by a sliding partition. In this connecting bedroom, share action-packed days with friends or family of all ages. Recharge your batteries in this warm wooden space with panoramic views of the surrounding typical Savoyard chalets.
A COSY NIGHT IN A WARM, WOODEN ATMOSPHERE.
A place for sharing special moments! This large wooden-style room is ideal for sharing and can accommodate 3 people.
This peace haven invites families to spend their days filled with adventure and emotions. This family room is equipped with a King-sized bed and a standard double bed.
Our chef Claude Trincaz invites you to taste his modern cuisine, all the while respecting French gastronomy. Master Restaurateur and Disciple d'Escoffier, he offers local gourmet cuisine, to the greatest delight of your palate. So, what’s holding you back from diving into an explosion of flavours?
Come and taste our fresh, homemade products and begin the day of your dreams filled with energy after eating at our breakfast buffet at Les Gentianettes Hotel ****
After an adventure-filled day on skis, a snowboard or a mountain bike, what could be more enjoyable than getting together with friends or family for a warm and hearty meal, especially if you are a food-lover and are passionate about traditional cheese dishes, such as fondue and raclette. Not to worry, your table is already waiting for you, whether for lunch or dinner in our warm and cosy La Baratte restaurant, in the heart of the chalet-hotel Les Gentianettes. Come and taste our local products and Savoyard specialities in la Chapelle d’Abondance.
For those of you who are laid-back food lovers and enjoy the peace and quiet of the mountains, or those who appreciate a good massage and a regenerating sauna, you will definitely enjoy sitting back and relaxing in our Espace Détente before eating lunch or dinner in one of our restaurants. Our historic restaurant Les Gentianettes will meet your culinary appetite, and we bet that you will fall even more in love with French cuisine thanks to our chef Claude Trincaz.
Whether in summer or winter, come and experience some extraordinary moments in la Chapelle d’Abondance after booking one of our packages – half-board stays included. Discover the beauty of the Alps and the Haute-Savoie region which dive into Lake Geneva.
Uncover the beaches which border Lake Geneva and the spa town of Evian le Bains, internationally renowned for its breathtaking sunset over incredible mountain views. Those who are more active can enjoy the full extent of Europe’s 2nd largest ski area: Les Portes du Soleil, with its hundreds of kilometres of ski slopes which will certainly satisfy your adrenaline needs.
Not the mention the numerous other tourist activities on offer in la Chapelle d’Abondance: Mountain biking, biathlon, GR5 hikes, cross-country skiing, husky sledding, via ferrata and more.
Make your dreams come true thanks to our many naturel and touristic sites throughout the Pays d’Evian and Abondance Valley, all the while enjoying the entirety of the services we have to offer at les Gentianettes hotel in la Chapelle d’Abondance (our restaurant, well-being area, etc.). The only thing left to do is come and visit us.
Following several months in lockdown, we all need to treat ourselves. Our chalet-hotel Les Gentianettes, located in the small village of la Chapelle d’Abondance, offers a selection of services tailored to your well-being, in the idyllic setting of the Abondance valley in Haute-Savoie. Whether for a swim in the heated pool, recharging your batteries in the relaxation room or making the most of the summer terrace while admiring the mountains and appreciating the fresh air, all of our well-being options will enable you to feel relaxed throughout the entire day. Come and let your hair down, you deserve it.
To make things easier, we suggest that you book your massage in advance by contacting us via E-MAIL. It would be a shame not to take full advantage of it.
*Bookings only, exclusive offer reserved for hotel clients.
Family is the soul of the Gentianettes hotel.
For us, the hotel business is a family affair, a passion passed down from generation to generation. We will welcome you "as though it were your own home" so that you feel comfortable and at ease. Our staff will always listen to you, whatever your needs are. Above all, we want you to feel happiness. What could be more rewarding to us than knowing that you are happy, welcomed and that your stay in the mountains is going as well as it possible could? Each and every member of our family has made providing their clients with great memories their goal for the last 30 years.
We are convinced that our 4-star hotel Les Gentianettes, located in the Portes du Soleil ski area, will provide special moments between friends, couples and families. Precious moments which will forever be etched in your memories.
Planning on visiting Haute-Savoie for a couple of days to make the most of the fresh air, open spaces and freedom of the mountains after having had to wait for months? Wait no more. Fill your days with adventure and relaxing moments with us.
Fully equipped SPA and swimming area. Traditional cheese or gourmet meals in our restaurants.
Enjoy the comfort of our many bedrooms on offer while visiting us in la Chapelle d’Abondance. Relaxing moments are just around the corner.
50 km from the bus stop which connects you to the ski area, or to Thonon & Evian les bains stations.
35 km from the Thonon & Evian les bains train and bus stations, and from Aigle (Switzerland).
70 Km from Geneva International Airport
The calm of a mountain village, authentic regional flavours, the comfort of a real chalet. Welcome to the Trincaz family's hotel.
