Courchevel 1850, France
Aman Le Mélézin: Ski-in ski-out French alpine sanctuary on Bellecôte piste in Courchevel 1850 with subterranean Aman Spa
Perched directly on the Bellecôte ski slope in the exclusive alpine enclave of Courchevel 1850, Aman Le Mélézin opened in 1992 as Aman’s pioneering French alpine retreat. Combining French Savoyard chateau architecture with serene Asian minimalist elegance, the 31-room manor provides seamless ski-in/ski-out access to the world’s largest ski area, Les Trois Vallées. Warm oak paneling, bronze detailing, and roaring open fireplaces create an atmosphere of refined mountain luxury against panoramic views of snow-dusted pine forests and dramatic alpine peaks.
Ski logistics are elevated to absolute perfection: dedicated ski butlers prepare heated boots and equip skis on the heated outdoor snow terrace every morning, welcoming guests back with hot mulled wine and savory crêpes at the end of the ski day. Non-skiers can enjoy snowshoeing excursions through spruce forests, horse-drawn sleigh rides, luxury boutique shopping in Courchevel 1850 village, or alpine helicopter flights over Mont Blanc.
After a day on the slopes, the subterranean Aman Spa offers deep alpine rejuvenation. Facilities span 14 metres of indoor lap pool flanked by twin hot tubs, a traditional hammam, an authentic cedarwood sauna, an ice fountain, and hydrotherapy showers. The culinary heart of the hotel is Nama, showcasing Japanese washoku gastronomy, robatayaki grills, and precision sushi alongside Savoyard cheese fondues in the cozy salon.
Accommodations comprise 31 rooms and suites ranging from 29-square-metre Premier Rooms to the signature 93-square-metre Ski Piste Suite featuring a private outdoor cedarwood hot tub overlooking the Bellecôte run. Each room features heated oak floors, deep French soaking tubs, floor-to-ceiling alpine windows, and private balconies.
Ski connoisseurs, luxury alpine travelers, and couples seeking seamless ski-in/ski-out convenience, Michelin-grade Japanese dining, and personal ski butler care should book Aman Le Mélézin without hesitation. Travelers seeking budget ski chalets or rowdy late-night party lodges should look elsewhere in the valley. Grounded consensus is confirmed by a 4.8 out of 5 on Tripadvisor across 210 reviews and a 9.5 out of 10 on Booking.com across 95 reviews.
First day
- Arrive at the hotel and let the ski butlers fit your boots and skis in the heated ski lounge.
- Unpack in your oak-paneled suite and warm up with a swim and jacuzzi soak in the subterranean spa.
- Enjoy fireside cocktails and Savoyard charcuterie in Le Mélézin Bar followed by dinner at Nama.
What guests say
Hotel Flock Score
Exceptional
Based on 300 published ratings
Category breakdown
Guests Love
Unrivaled Ski-in/Ski-out
Guests praise the effortless Bellecôte slope access and the perfection of the ski butler team managing gear.
Stunning Spa and Food
Reviewers highlight the incredible subterranean pool and the excellence of Nama Japanese cuisine in the Alps.
Guests Warn
Winter Season Only
Visitors note that the property operates exclusively during the winter ski season from December to April.
Compact Room Footprints
Guests observe that entry-level Premier Rooms are intimate (29 m²) typical of historic alpine buildings.
The overall score is a review-count-weighted average of named public platforms, normalized to /10. Category scores — including cleanliness and location — are Hotel Flock editorial readings of those reviews, not a platform's private formula. Hotel Flock is not affiliated with Tripadvisor, Booking.com, Trivago, or any other review site.
Awards & Recognition
Two MICHELIN Keys
MICHELIN Guide
In the stay
- Dedicated ski butler service, ski storage, and heated boot preparation daily
- Full access to the 14m pool, twin jacuzzis, hammam, sauna, and fitness studio
- Daily gourmet alpine breakfast and afternoon tea with fresh crêpes
Usually extra
- –Les Trois Vallées ski lift passes and private ski instruction booking
- –Aman Spa restorative therapies, sports massages, and cryotherapy treatments
Good to Know
- The hotel features 31 rooms and suites situated directly on the Bellecôte ski run in Courchevel 1850 with direct ski-in/ski-out access.
- Includes dedicated ski butler service, heated ski room, subterranean Aman Spa with 14m pool, and Nama Japanese restaurant.
- Located 2.5 hours from Geneva Airport and Lyon Airport; private helicopter charters land directly at the Courchevel Altiport (5 min away).
Editor's Note
Book a Ski Piste Suite with an outdoor cedar hot tub overlooking the Bellecôte slope, and let your personal ski butler manage all mountain passes and heated gear daily.
Reviewed by Hotel Flock · Last updated September 2026