About Chamonix commune
Chamonix valley consists of 16 villages and each has a way to at least one of the five ski regions. Here is a useful map with major villages and ski slopes.

- Chamonix-Mont-Blanc itself is the main city and you should go for it if you’re interested in entertainment as much as in ski activities. Yet if shopping and nightlife are not your thing, then farther-located villages are your choice.
- Argentière is within walking distance to Grand Montets ski area with spacious accommodations.
- Villages from Les Praz to Le Lavancher are mostly luxurious, and they stand out with their panoramic views, closeness to Flégère ski area, and golf courses.
- If you’re looking for relax time and not so extreme ski slopes – Les Houches is the best.
- The villages at the opposite ends of the valley (Le Tour, Servoz) are so peaceful and quiet, both provide the best options for beginner skiers.
However, keep in mind – the farther accommodations from the city, the more limited they are. Also, they demand transportation to the city and to the main slopes but here’s what Helene, travel blogger, who stayed in Les Campanules in Les Houches was glad to have:
The train or bus is just a short 5-minute walk from the hotel, but they also offer complimentary shuttle service.
Type of accommodations
Hotels
Hotels are numerous and it’s easy to find any type that fulfills your requests – cheap or luxury, pet or eco-friendly, with hot tubs or Mont-Blanc view. The price will depend mostly on your demand and wishes. Here’s one of the feedbacks Angie, full-time travel writer, shared on her blog about one of the most famous and oldest hotels in Chamonix city – Hotel Mont Blanc:
Hotel staff made us feel very special when they found out we were celebrating a special event. Touches like this make a good hotel into a great one. Watching the paragliders descend from the mountains directly behind the hotel was amazing and I nearly booked a flight for myself!

Keep in mind that most of the hotels don’t include breakfast in their prices!
Apartments for rent / Self-Catered and Catered Chalets
If you’re coming with a bigger group, chalets would be your best choice. You’ll have a kitchen, a large living room, a few bedrooms, saunas, all for yourselves. And if you book a catered one, you’ll have your own chef! For example, at 715 Chalet.
Hostels
There are not so many hostels in Chamonix. But Pete on his blog warns all of us about one of them:
Le Vagabond hostel is the only hostel I found in Chamonix. It’s not the greatest but the cheapest out there and gets the job done. Since we will be hiking all day, a comfortable bed is all that is needed and it delivered on that front quite well. Other than that, nothing really makes sense in this hostel. For example, you need to pay extra to have access to a kitchen.. for only 15 minutes! Also, the toilets don’t have sinks in them, the sink is in your room instead. Too many rules, not enough good service!

The website chamonixallyear.com also helps you avoid any scams while choosing the accommodation.
Unique places to stay
Do you want to spend your summer break in a bubble looking at hundreds of stars at night in Cham? From the 1st of June until the 28th of September you have a chance!

Waarx shared his experience:
You have to book in advance because the place is in great demand. A deposit is required upon reservation and it’s only cash payment on the spot. The night in the bubble went very well we were not cold despite very cool outside temperatures. To wake up facing the mountain is like a privilege. This is a unique experience that is definitely worth it.
To sum up, Chamonix-Mont-Blanc attracts not only ski and snowboard lovers in winter but also those who fancy hiking, wine tasting, and golf in summer. Always remember to book in advance as Chamonix is a popular resort at any time of the year.