L'Ours Blanc Apartments

France , Alpe d'Huez

  • Central Location
  • Family Holidays
3/5
Inghams rating

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  • 65 Av. des Jeux, 38750 Huez, France

Alpe d'Huez at a glance

  • French
  • Euro (EUR)
  • London Gatwick (LGW), London Stansted (STN), Bristol (BRS), Birmingham Int. (BHX), Manchester Int. (MAN), Leeds Bradford (LBA)

Included in your ski holiday to Alpe d'Huez

  • On holiday support and tailored advice from our Destination Expert based in resort
  • Access to Inghams Digital Resort Guide with things to do, ski highlights and useful information on holiday
  • Flights from the UK, transfers and accommodation on self-catering board basis

About L'Ours Blanc Apartments

With L'Ours Blanc Apartments being located right in the centre of Alpe d'Huez it means that the ski area is easily reached, via the well known bucket lifts going to the Rond Points des Pistes and ski school meeting point.

The majority of the apartments provide breath-taking panoramas of the valley or the Oisans Massif in addition to being completely furnished and equipped with everything you require for an enjoyable stay in the mountains.

  • Mountain views
  • Ski and boot room
  • Wi-Fi is available to pre-book for £21.50 to connect up to 5 devices
  • Ski shop next door
  • Reception
  • Bread, pastry and shopping deliveries  (pay locally)
  • Laundry services (pay locally)
  • Shuttle services available (book locally)
  • Secure luggage storage 

With a central location in Alpe d'Huez, you can easily get onto the ski area each day. The apartments have direct access to the shopping gallery which has plenty of bars, restaurants, delicatessen and a bakery, this also gives you direct access to the ice skating rink. The resort swimming pools are also conveniently close to the apartments. The great location makes these apartments ideal for groups of friends or families. 

  • 200 metres to the bus stop
  • 50 metres to the centre of resort
  • Free shuttle just outside the residence to get you to the slopes in 10 minute
  • 4 minutes' walk (400 metres) to the Telecentre 'bucket' lift
  • Ski back to within 3 minutes' walk of apartments

The L'Ours Blanc Apartments are on a self catering board basis, food and drink is not included in the package price. 

Benefitting from a central location, you are just a short walk away from the local shops, bars and restaurants. The residence also offers a bakery delivery service which you can book and pay for locally.

Alternatively, we've partnered up with Huski who provide premium oven ready meals across the French Alps. Huski will deliver your meals directly to your accommodation in time for your arrival, all you'll have to do is cook. If you'd like to know more, please click here for further details.

Special diets are available on a request basis. Catering for dietary allergies will need to be checked before booking. Allergies and intolerances not listed above cannot be catered for. All allergies and intolerances, even if listed above, are subject to confirmation by the accommodation. If one member of your party has multiple dietary requirements, these are subject to confirmation by the accommodation.

Board basis available: Self Catering

Studio apartments sleep two to four people and are 25m². Each apartment has a living room with two day beds and bunks beds in an alcove.

South facing one bedroom apartments can sleep two to four people and are 25m². These apartments have a living room with two daybeds, one with a pull-out bed (recommended for children) or one double sofa, and one double or triple bedroom. 

Apartment facilities

  • All apartments have twin or double beds (please specify preference when booking)
  • Balcony or terrace with mountain views
  • Bath with shower head attachment or shower room
  • WC
  • Kitchenette equipped with electric cooker, fridge, dishwasher, oven, microwave, coffee machine and kitchenware
  • Satellite TV
  • Telephone
  • Safe (additional supplement)
  • Hairdryer (on request)
  • Bed linen
  • Towels
  • Welcome cleaning kit
  • Beds are made on arrival (except sofa beds)
  • End of stay cleaning is included (except kitchen)
  • Baby kits are available on request for €45 per week. Set includes cot (no mattress or linen), highchair and changing mat. Suitable for children under 2 years old.

Additional information

  • No. of apartments: 101
  • No. of buildings: 1
  • No. of floors: 8
  • Lift accessible: No
  • Lift serves all floors: No
  • Access ramp: No
  • Check in: 5pm
  • Check out: 10am
  • Resort tax: €2.50 per person, per day (under 18s free of charge) 
  • Refundable deposit: €200 required on arrival (credit cards accepted)

Travel to Alpe d'Huez

Depart on: Saturdays

Fly into: Geneva or Chambery

Geneva transfer time: approx. 3 hours 15 mins by coach 

Chambery transfer time: approx. 2 hours 15 mins by coach 

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Travel by air

Flights to Geneva and Chambery depart on Saturdays between 13 December 2025 and 4 April 2026.

Transfer time:

  • Geneva airport: approx. 3 hours 15 mins by coach
  • Chambéry airport: approx. 2 hours 15 mins by coach

Your transfer to Alpe d'Huez will stop as close as possible to your chosen accommodation. In some cases there may be a couple of minutes' walk due to regulations on where coaches can stop.

Transfers may be longer during bad weather conditions or French school holidays. French school holidays span 20 Dec 25-05 Jan 26, 07 Feb-10 Mar 26 and 04-25 Apr 26.

Private transfers and self drive are available. 

Inghams Rating: 3/5

We rate all of our accommodation based on their facilities, service level, character and customer feedback. Our ratings may vary from the official rating.

Ski & Snowboard in Alpe d'Huez

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Beginner

Intermediate

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Cross-country

Snowboard

​Alpe d'Huez offers extensive slopes, vibrant nightlife, and sunny terraces, making it a haven for skiers and snowboarders.

Runs

Blue: 70km
Red: 130km
Black: 50km

Additional Ski Details

Ski area:
250km
Resort altitude:
1860m
Ski Altitude:
1125m - 3330m
Snow Cannons:
963
Ski Lifts:
84
Lift Ski Lockers:
Yes
Glaciers:
1
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Discover Alpe d'Huez

Alpe d'Huez is a lively ski resort and its position will make any skier or snowboarder happy. It has the double benefit of lying on high sunny plateau and being surrounded by an amazing snow bowl, with miles of varied and enjoyable runs and off piste opportunities. 

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Things to do in Alpe d'Huez

The open-air ice skating rink is located in the centre of town. The floodlit ice rink is open until late most days of the week, making it a perfect evening activity after a day on the slopes (pay locally).

Each year over thirty themed snow and ice sculptures are created for this unique art gallery. Located at the top of the DMC lift, you can have a break from skiing and marvel at the ice sculptures. Previous themes have included farm animals, fun fair and Egyptian mythology.

Take to new heights on the indoor climbing wall located at the Palais des Sports centre. There are thirteen climbing routes for you to climb, whether you are just starting out or have scaled the walls before, its a fun activity for the whole family. 

Speed down the snow covered slopes on a specially designed ice kart. Race your friends and family down the track either during the day in the Games sector or choose to race at night on the Roger slope.

Whizz around the snowy landscapes on a snowmobile. You can choose between a short ride around the luge area or go on a longer safari around the lower slopes of Alpe d'Huez. Booking is required for all of the trips, enquire with your Inghams representative for more information. Payable locally.

Throughout the season you can enjoy the heated outdoor swimming pool with wonderful mountain views.  Alternatively the indoor swimming pool is located inside the Palais des Sports . Don't forget your speedos!

Parapente

Take to new altitudes and experience Alpe d'Huez from above, glide over the mountains with a qualified instructor and take in the amazing views from above.

Tobogganing

There are two sledging areas in resort, one under the DMC1 and one at the Les Bergers slopes. Night sledding is available Butte de l'Eclose slope throughout the winter. Sleds and helmets can be hired from most sports shops in resort.

If you have ever wanted to extend your ski day and ski under the stars,  you can hop on the last cable car up to Pic Blanc at 3000 metres - the highest point of Alpe d'Huez and enjoy a magical descent down. Throughout the winter season (February- March) night skiing is available Tuesday and Thursdays - weather permitting.  

If you're looking for adrenaline off the slopes then ice driving is for you. Located in the E'Close area of town, there is 820m of icy tracks which you can whizz around. Fear not, if you haven't driven in icy conditions before, tuition is available to guide you so you can become the next Vin Diesel in no time. Payable locally. 

ESF Snowshoe Hike

For those who want to experience the mountains on foot, why not try snowshoeing and discover the winter walking trails surrounding the resort. 

Alpine Coaster

Located in the Bergers area of Alpe d'Huez, you can enjoy a thrilling ride down the mountain coaster, with a number of twists and turns on the way down. Payable locally. 

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