Hotellerie De Mascognaz

Hotellerie de Mascognaz is a scattered hotel set at about 1,800 metres above Champoluc, in the Ayas Valley, within the ancient Walser hamlet of Mascognaz, whose history goes back to the 14th century. Eleven centuries-old stone-and-timber chalets, the traditional rascard and stadel, have been carefully restored and now hold 27 rooms and suites, from Classic doubles to the Master Suite. Weathered wood, Swiss pine, wool fabrics and objects from alpine life create a genuine, intimate mood alongside every modern comfort.

In winter the village can only be reached by the hotel's snowmobiles or off-road vehicles from its car park on the regional road; in summer a 3.5 km gravel road leads up. Every morning a shuttle takes guests to the Champoluc lifts in the Monterosa Ski area.

The Être wellness centre features an 18-metre panoramic pool facing the Plateau Rosa, a hot tub, Finnish sauna, hammam, Kneipp path, relaxation room, massages and beauty treatments. Two dining rooms, Lo Miete and Lo Pejo, serve alpine cuisine based on local produce, complemented by a bar, a garden terrace and tastings on request. A certified hiking guide runs a weekly programme of walks and snowshoe outings.

Dogs are welcome for a supplement and, on a leash, may go everywhere except the spa. Ideal for couples, families and anyone seeking silence and high-mountain nature.