Residence Koh-i Nor
5* Koh-i Nor, the 'Jewel' of Val Thorens, is an impressive modern luxury ski residence, meaning 'Mountain of Light' in Persian, is, in fact, a 105,602 carat diamond (21.61g) currently mounted on the Queen's crown of the British Royal Family and was once the largest diamond in the world. The Koh-i Nor diamond has passed through several hands over the centuries: the Mongol Khans, the imperial court of Afghanistan, the palace of the Rajas of India and finally to the British Crown.
Consisting of only 35 luxury self-catering ski apartments, Koh-i Nor is elegant with a subtle mix of mountain style and modern design. The views over the resort from the Koh-i Nor ski residence are amazing and the shops, bars and restaurants are a short walk downhill. The Ecole de Ski Francais (ESF) ski school is about a 10-minute walk downhill (allow a little longer to walk back!). There is a free resort shuttle bus that operates every 20 minutes or you can ski down. The residence offers as well a free resort shuttle (on request, depending on times, subject to availability).
Facilities at Koh-i Nor in Val Thorens include:
- Reception open 24/7
- Atmospheric lounge/bar with fireplace and occasional musical entertainment
- A luxury gourmet Restaurant with its prestigious wine cellar, an International Restaurant with breakfast and/or evening meal options, and a charming Savoyard restaurant
- Large south-facing sun terrace with breathtaking views
- 800m2 spa/wellness area with 2 swimming pools, 2 saunas, hammam, hot tub, ice fountain, sensory showers, solarium and fitness room
- Relaxation area with a salt wall, which boosts energy levels, stimulates positivity, and has particularly comforting effects including rapid muscle relaxation for an intensely soothing effect and deep relaxation
- The Black Diamond Luxury Spa exclusively uses products created by the partner brands ESPA and VALMONT. Enjoy being pampered in one of the four treatment rooms
- WiFi
- Ski room
- Bakery delivery service for daily fresh bread and croissants (payable, pre-order at reception the day before for delivery directly to your apartment the following morning)
- Laundry service (payable)
Val Thorens is a semi-pedestrian ski resort, meaning you can drive through the resort and unload your luggage at your chosen apartment or hotel and then you must park your vehicle in the residences car park or one of the public car parks in the resort, you are not allowed to park in the street. Koh-i Nor has underground parking (height limit 2.1m): from €95 to €125/car/week (subject to availability) or you can use one of the public outdoor or covered car parks (payable & pre-bookable).
*Prepaid cards are also available to access the restaurants of the hotel (to be pre-booked in advance).
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Other accommodation in Val Thorens
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Residence Chalets Cocoon
Self Catered Apartments
Sleeps 1 - 14
Luxury
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Le Hameau du Kashmir
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L'Oxalys
Self Catered Apartments Sleeps 1 - 8 Luxury4* L’Oxalys is located at the entrance of Val Thorens in a quiet and sunny area with gorgeous panoramic views of the surrounding mountains, right beside the ski slopes offering you ski-in/ski-out possibilities (snow and level depending).
Les Balcons de Val Thorens
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Les Balcons Platinium Val Thorens
Self Catered Apartments Sleeps 1 - 14 LuxuryThe recently built Les Balcons de Val Thorens Platinium in Val Thorens is located in the higher part of the resort, in a tranquil and sunny setting. This prestigious residence is south facing and located directly on the slopes offering ski-in/ski-out opportunities (snow and level depending) and is 500m from the Val Thorens resort centre.
Chalet Altitude Val Thorens
Self Catered Apartments Sleeps 1 - 14 LuxuryLocated in the quiet district of Les Balcons in the lively ski resort of Val Thorens, Chalet Altitude is just 150m from the ski slopes. It is possible to ski back to within this short distance of the residence for confident skiers (*), however, please be aware that this route is not really suitable for beginners, who can return to within 300m of the residence and then walk the remaining distance.
Chalet Val 2400
Self Catered Apartments Sleeps 1 - 12Located in the quiet Les Balcons area of the lively ski resort of Val Thorens, Chalet Val 2400 is just 150m from the ski slopes but it is also possible to ski back to the residence (*), however, please aware that you would need to be of an intermediate standard.
Village Montana
Self Catered Apartments Sleeps 1 - 8 Superior3* Village Montana is located in the quiet and sunny lower part of Val Thorens (Soleil Area), directly on the ski slopes (snow and level depending). The residence is adjacent to the Ecole de Ski Francais (ESF) ski school and the children's snow garden and just 200m from the resort centre.
Village Montana Plein Sud
Self Catered Apartments Sleeps 1 - 8 LuxuryThe Village Montana Plein Sud residence in Val Thorens is built in a 4* luxury chalet style and is located at the bottom of the ski slopes, offering ski-in ski-out (snow and level depending). This south facing residence is situated in the quiet 'Soleil' area of Val Thorens, within 5 to 10 minutes walking to the Ecole de Ski Francais (ESF) ski school, shops and restaurants on Rue du Soleil.
Hermine
Self Catered Apartments Sleeps 1 - 124* Chalet des Neiges Hermine in Val Thorens is located only 200m from the slopes, offering doorstep skiing and the possibility to ski back to within 100m of the main entrance of the residence via the Retour/Plein Sud slope.
Plein Sud
Self Catered Apartments Sleeps 1 - 144* Chalet des Neiges Plein Sud in Val Thorens is ideally positioned to offer ski-in/ski-out possibilities (snow and level depending).
Koh-I Nor (hotel)
Hotel Sleeps 1 - 6 LuxuryOne of the best luxury hotels in the Alps, the 5* ski-in/ski-out Koh-I Nor is the last word in comfort, service and cuisine: the place to stay for your special holiday in Val Thorens. The views are breathtaking. The Koh-I Nor won the prestigious award for France’s best ski hotel in 2015 and 2016.
Les Arolles (hotel)
Hotel Sleeps 1 - 4 SuperiorThis very popular French-run club hotel enjoys an ideal ski-in, ski-out location on the slopes, and yet right in the centre of the resort; access to the lifts is via a short blue run down to the Cairn gondola or the beginners’ area with the Campagnoles and Musaraignes magic carpets.
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Pashmina le Refuge (hotel)
Hotel
Sleeps 1 - 8
Luxury
Hotel Pashmina le Refuge is one the resort's 5* luxury hotels. Located towards the top of the resort in a quiet location, yet just 150m from the resort centre, and right on the pistes, the hotel offers ski-in/ski-out convenience. This beautifully designed and stunningly decorated hotel offers a true luxury experience.
