Hotel Arbois Bettex

Located right at the ski piste (exit of lift coming from St.Gervais and start of lift to the top). Parking available 200m from hotel but ask code to enter the restricted area AND code to enter hotel parking. It is a 200m haul up some stairs to the entrance of the hotel. Directions to the actual hotel not well indicated. (and name is actually not visible at the door). Young lady at the reception was very helpful and friendly. Run by the same owner, but different manager, the restaurant and terrace service were a mess. The terrace is massive and was covered with cups, plates, garbage during the day. The restaurant service was very slow, and confused (we had 2 wrong dishes served, came twice with the same drinks, billing was confused - they kept forgetting we were not half-board). But i won’t include the restaurant rating from the hotel’s… The rooms were nice, functional with an excellent view and practical location to go skiing

This is a very small hotel, about 30 rooms, right at the foot of the ski slopes, with stunning views all round. Stayed there for a weeks skiing with a friend (the skiing is great there). The staff were all lovely, really helpful, hotel spotless, beautiful lounge and terrace, comfy dining room with log burner, and bar on the end of the hotel. Rooms a bit shabby but I guess they are doing the place up gradually. Very clean and comfortable though, great bed, and plenty of hot water. I stayed in a Superior room which was very spacious and had a balcony to sit out on, overlooking the slopes. I very much enjoyed the food: good variety at breakfast. The evening menu is quite short but they change the fish and meat option every day so there is plenty of variety, and everything I had was delicious. Very good drinks menu, if I have one criticism I would have liked a cheaper local wine option. We were very happy overall with what the hotel offered but should say that Le Bettex is a tiny hamlet, and the shops and bars there are only open during the day / early evening. This means if you want to eat elsewhere you really need a car, as there is nowhere else within walking distance at night. Also, because of the hotel location, you need to walk quite a way from their car park to the hotel with your luggage. These are not criticisms, just what you get if you want a ski in/out hotel. I loved my stay there and will certainly return if I get the chance.

Le Spot restaurant. Fantastic burger! Local, quality ingredients cooked to perfection. The details make the difference - homemade chutney and garlic mayo 🤤. Best Tarte Tatin ever! Also, great value for money; timely service; and friendly staff. Will definitely go back, have to try the risotto next time.

I had a lovely meal here, the new chef has created an interesting small menu with excellent flavours. The setting is spectacular and I found that it was excellent value for money. A FANTASTIC warm beetroot and goats cheese salad with a honey dressing will be the reason I return, not to mention the tasty mountain burger with a wonderful bacon & onion chutney.

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