Samoëns Ski Resort Guide: Reviews, Ratings and Stats
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Samoëns reviews & ratings
3.7 (16 reviews)
Ranked 149th of 155 Ski resorts
3.69 (16 ratings)
Overall Rating
4.00 (16 ratings)
Value for Money
2.75 (16 ratings)
Après Ski
3.25 (16 ratings)
Off Piste
3.50 (14 ratings)
Eating Out
3.92 (12 ratings)
Accommodation Options
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Overview

Samoëns, part of the Grand Massif ski area, blends traditional village charm with access to extensive ski terrain. The resort is loved for its historical architecture, cultural richness, and varied slopes suitable for all levels. Samoëns offers a more laid-back atmosphere compared to larger resorts, making it ideal for families and those seeking a mix of skiing and village life.

Resort Stats

Ski Terrain
21Beginner Runs
40Intermediate Runs
33Advanced Runs
4Expert Runs
14 kmLongest Run
45 kmSkiable Terrain
20 kmsSnow making
Elevation
2500 mTop
1600 mBottom
900 mVertical Drop
Lifts
2Gondolas / Cable Cars
4Chairlifts
6Surface Lifts
Lift Pass Costs
€1104Season pass
€2766 days
€57.51 day
Weather
319 cmAverage annual snowfall

Getting There

Airports

  • Geneva Airport (GVA) 70KMs 75min drive
  • Chambéry Airport (CMF) 110KMs 90min drive
  • Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) 190KMs 150min drive

Train Stations

  • Cluses 20 / km 25m drive

Samoëns Reviews & Ratings

Overall Rating: 3.7
Ranking: 149th of 155 resorts
3.69 (16 ratings)
Overall Rating
2.47 (15 ratings)
Snow Parks
4.00 (16 ratings)
Value for Money
2.75 (16 ratings)
Après Ski
4.36 (14 ratings)
Family Friendly
3.25 (16 ratings)
Off Piste
3.50 (14 ratings)
Eating Out
2.80 (15 ratings)
Tree Skiing
3.73 (15 ratings)
Groomed Runs
2.87 (15 ratings)
Mogul Fields
2.60 (15 ratings)
Powder Zones
3.94 (16 ratings)
Quiet Slopes
3.69 (16 ratings)
Lift Efficiency
4.10 (10 ratings)
Ski School Quality
3.92 (12 ratings)
Accommodation Options
4.50 (4 ratings)
Intermediates
3.43 (7 ratings)
Advanced
3.40 (5 ratings)
Experts

All Reviews

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Freddie - expert skier
Apr, 24 - 2024
Stayed at club med, the food quality was very poor. A lot of people had food poisoning, including me girlfriend. The lower slopes beneath the hotel were green grass, which meant there was only one lift to access the whole mountain, which was closed one of the days meaning we were stranded, with only one green run accessible all day. The skiing was pretty good when we got up into Flaine and we had 3 days of top tier skiing conditions. The grooming was pretty hit and miss, with the inconsistent weather conditions some nights the bashers just didnt come out, making for very slushy conditions the next morning. Overall we enjoyed the holiday, however, unlikely to visit Samoens again
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Georgia - advanced skier
Apr, 24 - 2024
Really quiet runs which was great but poor snow quality and you can get stuck with one green run if there is high wind because there is only one lift access flane.
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Ted - advanced skier
Apr, 20 - 2024
I really enjoyed Samoens. If you are looking for a family friendly, value for money resort, then its great. The slopes arent busy at all and the surrounding scenery is beautiful, its also an easy link into the grand massif. With over 250kms or runs, its more than enough for a weeks trip.
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Caroline - intermediate skier
Apr, 17 - 2024
Everyone says they have never heard of the grand massif, but for me (I have been ski ing for 50 years) it is super and samoens is just the most perfect place to stay. I have traditionally gone at Easter and it is always snow sure and never had bad weather.
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Jonathan - advanced skier
Apr, 16 - 2024
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Edwina - intermediate skier
Apr, 14 - 2024
Lovely family friendly resort. Good ski school options. Beautiful traditional French village that is really easy to access by car. Limited apres ski, but some lovely restaurants and good village facilities.
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Scott - intermediate skier
Mar, 28 - 2024
Samoëns and Morillon form part of the Grand Massif resort, alongside Flaine. It is easily accessible in just over one hour from Geneva, making it perfect for a quick getaway. The accommodation options are plentiful (we had a catered chalet called Chalet Brio, which was outstanding) and there are buses to take you around the resort. It is a quiet resort perfect for beginners to intermediates and ideal for families or groups who are looking for a lot of skiing without the queues. The downside to that is that the apres options are limited and that the towns are very quiet. The upside of course is that the lifts are rarely full and the slopes are easily navigable! There are plentiful moguls in two areas - the route to Les Carroz which is lower down and very slushy; and of course the majority of the route to Flaine, which is south facing and very popular. For more proficient snow riders, the area above Flaine is full of red and black runs as well as significant off piste areas, and the entire resort has runs between trees which make for a great experience. Unfortunately several runs were shut including the two longest ones - Marvel and Piste des Cascades, because of a lack of snow. The ski school offer is fantastic. Many of our party had lessons from Ecole 360, who are brilliant instructors despite their terrible website. I had some private lessons via Maison Sports which was outstanding also. Whatever your level, you can always improve, and the wide and enjoyable slopes here are the perfect place to do so. Overall, this is my favourite ski resort and a little known secret, mostly populated by locals. I don't know what I'd want to see improved other than perhaps the mogul slopes being groomed during the day or having alternative routes. Definitely go here!
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George - expert skier
Mar, 26 - 2024
If you want to head out for Aprés then Samoëns probably isnt for you. If you want to enjoy some of the quietest hidden gems of the alps then youre heading to the right place! A grand masif pass will unlock more off piste than you can possibly handle in a week! And its lack of footfall later in the season means youll be enjoying some perfectly groomed pistes with a good chance of not seeing another soul. PERFECT. Love this place !
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Reiss - advanced skier
Mar, 24 - 2024
Bad tike of year to come with poor, warm weather not helping. Looks like they havent even bothered to groom! probably due to the lack of snow. But ski area is good with access to Flaine, and town has a few spots for drinks and food. Would love to come back at the height of winter when snow is plentiful!!
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Ewan - expert skier
Mar, 19 - 2024
Great place definitely worth it great for all abilities in a single player mode with the same level as a regular player mode but not the entire thing you need for the first time to play the first game in the first place is the best game of the year and you can play it with a lot of fun to get the most out of it if youre a beginner player or something and the first time I was playing with my friend who had to get the first player in a group to get a feel of what
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