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Top Rated for
4.65 (387 Ratings)
Lift Efficiency
4.62 (388 Ratings)
Groomed Runs
4.60 (370 Ratings)
Accommodation Options
4.58 (377 Ratings)
Après-Ski
4.56 (199 Ratings)
Ski School Quality
4.55 (340 Ratings)
Family Friendliness
Beginner 11%
Intermediate 37%
Advanced 40%
Expert 11%
Ranked
54th
of 270 ski resorts
Overall Rating
4.44
From 390 Reviews
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Total Runs
1100
Bottom Elevation
2952
Top Elevation
150
Skiable Terrain

Méribel Reviews & Ratings

4.44 (390 ratings)
Overall Rating
3.84 (384 ratings)
Value for Money
3.82 (383 ratings)
Quiet Slopes
4.58 (377 ratings)
Après-Ski
4.60 (370 ratings)
Accommodation Options
4.55 (340 ratings)
Family Friendliness
4.62 (388 ratings)
Groomed Runs
3.73 (322 ratings)
Powder Zones
3.51 (346 ratings)
Tree Runs
3.48 (327 ratings)
Mogul Fields
3.92 (324 ratings)
Off-Piste
3.86 (321 ratings)
Snow Parks
4.65 (387 ratings)
Lift Efficiency
4.37 (379 ratings)
Eating Out
4.56 (199 ratings)
Ski School Quality
4.50 (24 ratings)
Beginners
4.41 (143 ratings)
Intermediates
4.42 (167 ratings)
Advanced
4.55 (56 ratings)
Experts
4.53 (51 ratings)
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Méribel Review Summary

Méribel attracts predominantly intermediate to advanced skiers and snowboarders, many travelling in mixed-ability groups or families. The resort is consistently praised for its central location in the Three Valleys, offering efficient access to Courchevel and Val Thorens via well-maintained lift infrastructure. Reviewers repeatedly mention the extensive ski area, good piste grooming, and lively après-ski scene, particularly at Rond Point and La Folie Douce. However, the high cost of accommodation, food, and drinks is a frequent complaint, with many noting that Méribel is significantly more expensive than resorts in Austria or Italy. Lift queues can be an issue during peak periods, particularly on lower lifts, though most report they move relatively quickly. A few snowboarders mention flat connecting runs as problematic.

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  • Three Valleys access
  • lift infrastructure
  • après-ski options
  • piste variety
  • central location
  • mixed-ability terrain
  • high prices
  • expensive food and drink
  • lift queues
  • flat runs for boarders
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Meribel has been our go to for many years after seasonal working there in my younger years for Ski West, and then Mark Warner in Le pub to opening the first day care for crèche and toddlers in the 80s.
Sublime chalets, excellent access to slopes, wonderful Apres ski and friendly people.
As with any resort though and if travelling by car, do a shop before hand if you are staying in self accommodation!
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Second time visiting here, first over Christmas and now over NYE. Lots of slopes to choose from and easy access to Courcheval and Val Thorens in the three valleys. Lots of places to aprés, from the extreme Folie Douche to more relaxed bars and plenty of places with music (Rond Point is a good one!). The lift systems are fast and we havent experienced any horrendous queues despite it being over the new year. There is a shuttle bus service however it is not the most frequent or consistent!
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Very long blue slope runs. Ski lifts are safe and fast. Lots of choices for accommodations in all price ranges. Restaurants are mostly quite pricey tho.
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Meribel is a great resort for friends and family you have access to the whole of the 3 valleys with more than enough to ski for a week. Great bars and restaurants however it is on the more expensive end!
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Why would you go anywhere else? Meribel has it all-the largest ski area in the world and from Meribel which is the middle valley you can get to courcheval or Val T so easily. Fantastic selection of runs for everyone and BASE ski school in Meribel is top class
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Great place to ski but super spenny. Fab for families or fun trips with friends! Best Indian restaurant in the alps, fantastic bars and some wonderful on piste dining options.
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Amazing resort with great skiing connecting to Courchevel and Val Thorens. Varied levels of piste difficulty, so good for all ages and abilities. Great nightlife and apres ski.
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Been coming here since I was a kid - great resort and well connected to the rest of the 3 Valleys!

Obviously on the pricier side, but worth it for the quality and quantity of runs.
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Meribel is a fantastic area to base yourself for a ski holiday. With access to the 3 valleys you have lots of runs to choose from and lots of amazing views from the top.
Well organised and efficient ski/chair lifts allow great access to all areas
Apres ski is class with the famous folie douce on the slope but at Meribel centre theres also great bars with lots of live music, great food and live sports
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Meribel is such a lovely resort! So many pistes within the valley, plus access to the three valleys. Would definitely recommend getting a three valleys pass, but a meribel only pass will still have plenty of skiing for one week.

My favourite run is probably either Jerusalem down into Les Menzies, or the runs down from Mont Vallon, which come with great views down the entire valley.

The biggest drawback to Meribel is the crowds, it often gets very busy. But if you go in march, the snow tends to still be good and it's a bit quieter. And with access to Val Thorens, you're almost guaranteed decent snow cover even late in the season as it's the highest average piste height in the Alps.

I would recommend staying in Meribel proper not mottaret, and ski out of chaudanne. If you're looking for great restaurants, la gallêtte in Meribel is exceptional, awesome traditional french cuisine.

If your looking for aprés, the folly is always excellent, or the rond point and jack's are open long after the slopes close.
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Amazing ski resort with really well maintained slopes and lifts. Short gondola ride from val thorens which is also nice.
Amazing apres however a little expensive
Really nice town to explore with lots of places to eat out and drinks also. However again a little expensive.
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Meribel offers everything.
Enormous ski/snowboard area, good selection of bars and restaurants and everything close to the town centre and lifts.
Its getting incredibly expensive so Ive started venturing further afield to Italy and Austria.
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The Three Valleys area is fantastic. A great variety of runs that tend to be quiet and the Folie Douche for Apres Ski!
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Wonderful resort linking to two others.

Food expensive on the mountain, not many toilets to use too much written on English for my liking. I like french things when in France.

But the skiing is incredible and so many options. Also ray ski outs for the evd of the day.
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Meribel is a great resort with a massive ski area. Great for all abilities. Highly recommend. The downside is it can be pricey compared to other resorts.
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Lots of options to ski over the full 3 valleys. Worth exploring to find the best snow and runs. \the further you go from the main resorts the quieter it gets. There is usually good off piste but sometimes it takes a while to find it.
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Well connected resort within the centre of the 3 valleys. Easy to get around, with a huge amount of terrain and nice mountain restaurants to stop for a coffee. Good snow conditions. Been a couple of times.
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This is an excellent resort and is very popular with French, British and Scandinavian visitors. It is mainly skiing based but youll see plenty of snowboarders. The best factor is access to the 3 Valleys ski area which is quite vast. The slopes can get busy in the afternoons but morning runs are often quiet. Apres ski is excellent with many choices and a vibe for all from piste side disco to quiet glass of wine. I love this place and Ive visited most years for 20 years.
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Just the best resort, constant snow every type of rider catered for!
Some outstanding off piste, and if its a powder day it get a guide.
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Great resort at the heart of the 3 valleys providing a huge ski area, with varied runs suitable for all abilities! Apres goes off, especially when live bands are playing, from Rond Point on the mountain to LDV in Meribel Village. Efficient free bus service links up the resort.
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