Tourist residences in Alpe d’Huez: the advantages over a traditional hotel
Published on 26 August 2026 – Written by Coline
When holidaying in the mountains, there are a range of accommodation options available to holidaymakers wishing to enjoy the slopes in winter or explore the most beautiful walking trails in summer.
Whilst hotels are the ideal choice if you’re looking for a hassle-free holiday with plenty of amenities, there are also other types of accommodation that are particularly popular with families and large groups: tourist residences.
Discover all the benefits of booking a tourist residence for your next holiday in Alpe d’Huez!
Tourist residence or hotel in Alpe d’Huez: what are the differences?
Hotels remain popular with a wide range of guests in holiday resorts; however, today, other types of accommodation, such as tourist residences, are emerging as an attractive alternative. This is largely due to a number of factors that distinguish these two types of accommodation:
- Space: whilst mountain hotels offer rooms of various sizes, tourist residences generally provide more space (bedroom, living room, bathroom, kitchen, etc.), particularly for large groups;
- Catering: in a hotel, on-site catering can save time for some. However, it involves additional costs and can impose restrictive timetables. In a tourist residence, you can cook whenever you like whilst keeping meal costs down.
- Independence: Whether it’s breakfast, dinner or housekeeping, certain fixed services can dictate the rhythm of your stay in a hotel. In a tourist residence, you have greater independence, allowing everyone to organise themselves at their own pace.
- Budget: depending on the tourist residence you choose, this type of accommodation can offer a real financial advantage for families and groups, without compromising on comfort.
Comfort and a friendly atmosphereTourist residences: a great alternative to hotels!Who is a tourist residence the right choice for?
The tourist residence therefore stands out as an attractive option for groups wishing to stay in Alpe d’Huez.
Whether you’re travelling with family or friends, this type of accommodation is popular for its practicality and modern facilities. The accommodation comprises one or more bedrooms and shared living areas (living room, kitchen, etc.), offering the perfect balance between socialising and privacy.
A tourist residence can also be an ideal choice for longer stays. You’ll have all the space you need to make yourselves at home, as well as to cook to your heart’s content or enjoy the various facilities available in some residences (spa, sauna, swimming pool, steam room, etc.).
A tourist residence can also be an ideal choice for longer stays. You’ll have all the space you need to make yourselves at home, as well as to cook to your heart’s content or enjoy the various facilities available in some residences (spa, sauna, swimming pool, steam room, etc.).
Book a tourist residence for your next stay in Alpe d’Huez
Whether you’re staying with family or friends, discover the wide selection of holiday homes available on our marketplace. Whether at the foot of the slopes or in the resort itself, you’ll appreciate the comfort and practicality of our accommodation – ranging up to 5 stars – for your holiday.
Please note that some of the holiday homes on offer in Alpe d’Huez also welcome your pets. So, do have a look through the range of holiday homes on our platform and make your booking as soon as possible.
You get insured for a comfortable and enjoyable stay, come summer or winter, at this destination in the French Alps!
Have a lovely stay!Add a tourist residence to your basket now!