Two days of luxury at Hotel L’Apogée Courchevel

The wonderful Hotel l'Apogée overlooks Courchevel 1850 from its unrivalled ski-in/ski-out position in the Jardin Alpin area of the resort. Part of the growing Oetker Collection group, each property is unique.

Oetker Collection promise guests will "discover a 'passion for living', an appreciation for culture, gastronomy and the pleasures of nature". One of our Ski Specialists, Karen M, had the chance to experience all of this and more on her recent visit to experience the 5-star luxury at Hotel L'Apogée. [caption id="attachment_10609" align="aligncenter" width="600"] Hotel L'Apogée sits in a prime ski-in/ski-out location in Courchevel 1850[/caption] Upon arrival at Geneva airport we were met by one of Hotel L’Apogée’s pristine vehicles and headed up to the mountains. At just two and a half hours, the journey to Courchevel is more than do-able for a short break or not too far if travelling with the family for a week. Once at L’Apogée we were greeted by inviting and friendly faces of the hotel staff and led to the Bar de L’Apogée for a tasty lunch. The bar menu is great for lunch or a light dinner with everything from burgers to ‘fish of the day’ dishes. The barmen here were so attentive and talked us through the wine choice of the afternoon while we waited for our order to arrive. After an early start that morning the hearty burgers went down a treat! [caption id="attachment_10608" align="aligncenter" width="600"] A Deluxe Junior Suite at L'Apogée[/caption] My One Bedroom Suite was an absolute treat! It was so spacious, and with a separate bedroom and living area it made for a very homely space. There was also a full length balcony with mountain views over the front of the hotel, all of which are heated to prevent snow gathering. With only 53 rooms and suites at the hotel, every guest is made to feel very special and I was recognised by name by many of the staff members, a true 5-star touch! That evening we were driven down the centre of Courchevel 1850 by one of the on-demand drivers, to have look around the resort and enjoy an evening drink. The streets are lined with designer shops selling the most prestigious ski gear whilst there's also a great selection of restaurants and bars. We tried out Bar Joe, a cosy après spot serving amazing drinks which went down a treat with some traditional French appetisers, including snails and a selection of cold meats. This is a great place to try out for a chilled-out drink after skiing! [caption id="attachment_10606" align="aligncenter" width="247"] Try Bar Joe for chilled-out après-ski[/caption] Staff at L’Apogee are on call all evening to drop and pick up around Courchevel, so after drinks we were picked up within minutes of calling and whisked back up to the hotel for a delicious tasting dinner at Le Comptoir de L’Apogée. This is one of two restaurants in the hotel which is a French brasserie style. [caption id="attachment_10603" align="aligncenter" width="373"] The ultimate in 'ski out'![/caption] The following day, after the most comfortable sleep and an amazing continental breakfast, we had our ski equipment fitted at the on-site shop and headed out for a sunny morning on the slopes. The impeccable service throughout the hotel continues right down to the rental shop where your boots are placed on your feet for you and equipment laid out on the snow ready to just click in and go! It was the perfect day for skiing, the sun was splitting the skies and from the huge amount of snow over the past few weeks, the pistes were groomed to perfection.