Only accessible by train, departing from Montenvers-Mer de Glace Train Station, Refuge du Montenvers is a shelter-style hotel set in a 19th-century building and located at an altitude of 1913 metres in the Mont-Blanc mountain range. Free WiFi is available. The rooms come with heating, mountain views and a bathroom with a shower and Pure Altitude free toiletries. The dormitory has access to a shared bathroom. The on-site restaurant, Restaurant Le Montenvers, features French regional cuisine. A few metres away, guests can also enjoy a drink at Le Bar des Glaciers or a lunch at Le Panoramique restaurant which features a panoramic terrace with views of the Mer de Glace. Montenvers-Mer de Glace train stop is a 3-minute walk away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.9)


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
2 single beds
or
1 large double bed
3 single beds
or
1 large double bed
5 single beds
or
1 large double bed
3 single beds
and
2 double beds
6 single beds
and
2 double beds
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
8.9
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
8.5
Location
9.9
Free WiFi
9.7
High score for Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Marinela
    Portugal Portugal
    The peace, mountain view, how comfortable the room was and the family vibe.
  • Gill
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The Montenver refuge has the most incredible location and we were treated to a fabulous sunrise over the mountains. To be able to be up there with the silence is magical. The hotel is simple but lovely. Very comfy beds and great shower. All the...
  • Tania
    Switzerland Switzerland
    Everything was perfect : the room, the food, the staff ! Excellent weekend.

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

  • Restaurant le Refuge du Montenvers
    • Cuisine
      French
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner • High tea • Cocktail hour
    • Ambiance
      Traditional
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian

Facilities of Refuge du Montenvers
Great facilities! Review score, 8.9

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Terrace
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
View
  • Mountain view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Terrace
Room Amenities
  • Clothes rack
Pets
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
Food & Drink
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Wake-up service
  • Packed lunches
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Key access
General
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages spoken
  • English
  • French

House rules

Refuge du Montenvers takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 16:00 to 17:00

Check-out

Until 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 4 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
€ 15 per child, per night

Prices for cots are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Pets

Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

Groups

When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Maestro Mastercard Visa Cash Refuge du Montenvers accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that the property is only accessible by train, departing from Montenvers-Mer de Glace Train Station, located in Chamonix-Mont-Blanc.

Guests are invited to park their car near Montenvers-Mer de Glace Train Station. Please note that parking places are limited.

The return trip train ticket to the hotel is not included in the price and costs EUR 37 per stay.

Please make sure you consult train timetables as the last train can leave as early as 16:30, depending on the season.

Please note that Le Panoramique restaurant and Le Bar des Glaciers are not in the hotel but located a few metres away.

Please note that for reservations of 5 or more rooms, special conditions may apply. Please contact the property for further details.

Please inform Refuge du Montenvers in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

FAQs about Refuge du Montenvers

  • Refuge du Montenvers is 2.5 miles from the centre of Chamonix-Mont-Blanc. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Refuge du Montenvers is from 16:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • The prices at Refuge du Montenvers may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Room options at Refuge du Montenvers include:

    • Twin/Double
    • Triple
    • Family
    • Suite

  • Refuge du Montenvers offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Refuge du Montenvers has 1 restaurant:

      • Restaurant le Refuge du Montenvers