Uber-playful design (beachball light fixtures, movie theatre marquee) shatters the ski-sleeps mold in the name of pop and rock.

Five minutes on foot gets you to the bustling square (read: killer shopping and on-point nightlife).

Bright, colourful stay in the heart of Scionzier. Location is perfect for seeing the town, or visiting one of the nearby ski resorts.

Plush, inviting guestrooms have just the right amount of rustic.

Two united hotels, built using local wood and stone – and family-run for generations.

Former mountain hut-turned-fab-home-base with classic Savoie décor throughout.

Ski village gem at the base, across from the famous(!) Croisette de Courcheval, complete with après-adventure sauna and hammam.

Ideal spot near the centre, an easy walk from the Congress Centre Le Manege and historic district.

Smack-dab between the Lausanne city centre and Lake Geneva.

Cafe Bellagio treats you to killer lake views and traditional French fare starring locally sourced ingredients. You in?

Classy lobby has an elegance reflective of its 1910 origins. Two bars and restaurants give you dining/drinking options aplenty.

Lakefront locale leads to awesome views (we’re relaxing just thinking about ’em).

Attractive modern accommodations ideally situated right next to a train station and steps from the boardwalk.

Free WiFi keeps us from getting the tech withdrawal shakes.

Free WiFi keeps us from getting the tech withdrawal shakes.

Fancy a dip? Pop into the hotel pool.

Refreshingly modern with a cool circular design (check out the garden in the centre!).

Within walking distance of the train station and local attractions like the Museum of the Chablais.