12/21/2025
72 hours in Megève.
Just one hour drive from Geneva is the impossibly pretty and quintessential mountain town of Megève. We spent 72 hours here at the very start of the season — perfectly timed for the annual Christmas tree lighting, fresh snowfall, and a first look at some of the area’s most charming hotels just opening for the season.
From chalet-style classics (Fermes de Marie, Cour de Megeve and L’Alpaga) to newly redesigned favorites (Lodge Park, Flacons de Sea), our days were filled with hotel visits, shopping (bien sur), and of course… eating. Think bubbling cheese fondue, raclettes, hot cocoa, sushi, and steak — all against a backdrop of snow-covered rooftops and fir trees after major snowfall just days before our arrival.
I was utterly charmed by this postcard-perfect town with cobblestone streets and horse-drawn carriages, chic shops and cozy restaurants and both superb people and dog 🐾 watching. Sophisticated but not pretentious, refined but warm — Megeve is a true Alpine village with great style and charm.
A few favorites 👇
HOTELS 🏔️
•72 hours in Megève ❄️🛷🧀
Just one hour drive from Geneva is the impossibly pretty and quintessential mountain town of Megève. We spent 72 hours here at the very start of the season — perfectly timed for the annual Christmas tree lighting, fresh snowfall, and a first look at some of the area’s most charming hotels just opening for the season.
From chalet-style classics (Fermes de Marie, Cour de Megeve and L’Alpaga) to newly redesigned favorites (Lodge Park, Flacons de Sea), our days were filled with hotel visits, shopping (bien sur), and of course… eating. Think bubbling cheese fondue, raclettes, hot cocoa, sushi, and steak — all against a backdrop of snow-covered rooftops and fir trees after major snowfall just days before our arrival.
I was utterly charmed by this postcard-perfect town with cobblestone streets and horse-drawn carriages, chic shops and cozy restaurants and both superb people and dog 🐾 watching. Sophisticated but not pretentious, refined but warm — Megeve is a true Alpine village with great style and charm.
A few favorites 👇
• Les Fermes de Marie – My favorite. Warm, atmospheric chalet vibes, a 10-minute walk to town. Rooms, suites & private chalets.�• Le Cœur de Megève – Unbeatable central location with a modern feel and Beefbar on site.�• Mont Blanc – Sister to Fermes de Marie; stylish, well-priced, and right in town.�• Le Lodge Park – Newly reopened after a major renovation and already buzzing.�• L’Alpaga Megève – Beautiful setting just outside town and a solid value.�• M de Megève – Sleek, stylish, and centrally located.�• Flocons de Sel – Recently renovated Relais & Châteaux.�• L’Armancette – Modern Tyrolean feel with great chalet options for families.�• Four Seasons Megève – Ski-in/ski-out luxury at the foot of the mountain (just reopening — sadly missed it!).
RESTAURANTS 🍽️�• Ferme Saint-Amour – Lively, fun, party energy.�• Vieux Megève – Classic Savoyard comfort food.�• Le TIGrr – Asian fusion.�• Le Prieuré – Cozy Alpine bistro.�• Le Bistrot de Megève – Lively lunch spot in town.�• Kinugawa – Sushi in the Alps — always a yes.�• La Sauvageonne – Dinner turns into a party as the night goes on.�• Beefbar – Steak and sushi, reliably delicious.�• Breizh Café – The beloved Paris crêperie, just as good here.�• Le Refuge – Easy, great lunch option.
JJ
HOTELS 🏔️
• Les Fermes de Marie – My favorite. About a 10-minute walk into town, warm and atmospheric with true chalet vibes. 70 rooms & suites plus 9 private chalets.�• Le Cœur de Megève – You truly can’t beat this location right in the center of town. Modern feel, 39 rooms, and Beefbar on site.�• Mont Blanc – Sister to Les Fermes de Marie. Sweet, stylish, great value, and also right in town (38 rooms).�• Le Lodge Park – Just reopened after a major renovation. This 28-room boutique (same family as Mont Blanc and Fermes) is going to be a fun one this season.�• L’Alpaga Megève – A bit outside town but a beautiful setting and solid value.�• M de Megève – Sleek, stylish, and in town (42 rooms).�• Flocons de Sel – Relais & Châteaux, recently renovated and newly reopened.�• L’Armancette – Outside town with a modern Tyrolean feel; great chalet options for families.�• Four Seasons Megève – Ski-in/ski-out luxury at the foot of the mountain with 55 rooms (just reopening for the season - sadly missed it).
RESTAURANTS 🍽️
• Ferme Saint-Amour – Lively, fun, party energy. Great for dinner, cocktails… or both.�• Vieux Megève – Traditional and family-friendly. Come hungry for fondue, raclette, and all the Savoyard classics.�• Le TIGrr – Asian fusion.�• Le Prieuré – Cozy Alpine bistro vibes.�• Le Bistrot de Megève – Lively lunch spot right in the heart of town.�• Kinugawa – Sushi in the Alps — always a yes.�• La Sauvageonne – Dinner turns into a party as the DJ comes on later in the evening.�• Beefbar – Steak and sushi, reliably delicious.�• Breizh Café – Yes, that crêpe place from Paris is here too — and just as good.�• Le Refuge – Another easy, great lunch option in town.
