Finding your home-away-from-home can be the difference between enjoying your annual ski trip and having the winter adventure that you’ve always dreamed of. Choosing the right Accommodation can add an extra special layer to the family holiday experience, and we reckon these pointers will help make the decision that little bit easier.

Doorstep skiing

Ski-in ski-out accommodation really is the dream when you’re away with the kids – carrying skis, catching buses and trying to keep young ones in your line of sight adds an element of complication that we’d all rather avoid.

Ski-to-door accommodation is most commonly found in newer, purpose built resorts. You’ll find lots of these in France.

Family-friendly facilities

When you’re choosing accommodation, keep your eyes peeled for things like swimming pools, games rooms, interconnecting rooms, kids’ dinners and baby equipment.  Your kids are also likely to find new chums among other families staying in the same accommodation. When it comes to sheer volume of stuff to do, it’s tough to beat the Nordics: catch a once-in-a-lifetime husky ride, pay a visit to Santa’s actual real life home in Lapland or head out on a reindeer safari just to name a few.  Here are a few of our favourite family resorts in Norway & Finland:

• Ruka, Finland
• Yllas, Finland
• Geilo, Norway

Accommodation type

You’ll get a different experience depending on whether you stay in a chalet, Hotel or apartment when you book with us. Get an idea of what each is like later in this blog so you can choose the option which best serves the needs of your family.

Crystal Childcare

For maximum convenience, Crystal-run childcare clubs are available in a selection of hotels. Find out which ones here.

Offers and deals

If you’re all about the bargains, it’s worth keeping an eye on our website. You’ll often find lift pass and equipment offers for children and money off childcare, among other discounts and deals. Right now we’re offering £100 off selected childcare – click here for more info.

Accommodation types

Chalets

If you like the idea of a comfy lounge area with a fireplace and a friendly host, a chalet holiday might be your thing. Your chalet host will do the cooking and cleaning, while you and your family kick back in a cosy and relaxing atmosphere, so you feel like you never even left home. You can book an entire chalet or share with others.

Take a look at:

• Chalet Les Cimes Blanches, Plagne 1800 in La Plagne France
• Chalet Violetta, Canazei in Val di Fassa, Italy
• Forest Cabins in Geilo, Norway

Hotels

Choose a locally run hotel for a real flavour of the culture in resort. You can enjoy authentic experiences and conveniently get to things you might need – like restaurants and leisure facilities. Some hotels are even ski-to-door, while others offer Crystal Childcare.

Take a look at:

• Piolets Park & Spa, Soldeu
• Hotel Jägerwirt, in Kitzbuhel, Austria
• Grand Hotel Paradiso, Passo Tonale, Italy
• Hotel Petit Prince in Alpe d’Huez, France
• Hotel Grande Claviere in Claviere, Italy

Self-catered apartment

You’ll get your own space, and a kitchen or kitchenette, so you enjoy more independence with your meals and how you spend time in your accommodation. Apartments come in all standards of comfort – from small studios to multi-bedroom apartments sleeping up to 10.

Take a look at:

• Ruka Village Ski Inn Hotel & Apartments in Ruka, Finland
• Arc 1950 Le Village Apartments, Les Arcs, France
• Olympic Village Apartments in Sestriere, Italy

So there you have it – our top tips for choosing the best accommodation for your fantastic family getaway. If you’ve got any more questions or just want to keep up with everything ski, like us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter & Instagram and sign up to our mailing list – our emails are full of great stuff, and you’ll be the first to hear about all our best offers.

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