Hotel Castor | Champoluc Ski Holidays (2023)

• No. of rooms: 32

• No. of buildings: 1
• No. of floors: 4

• Official rating: 3

Local Fees and Taxes

Resort tourist tax of approx. €1 per person (aged 13+) per night, payable locally.

Rooms

Twin Rooms are between 16-22m² and sleep two people in a double bed (Twin beds are available on request). They have a TV, tea & coffee making facilities, safe, bath or shower and hairdryer.

Single Rooms are about 14-17m² and have a bath with overhead shower and are available on request.

Family Rooms have one double and two single beds. They are available on request.

• Lift accessible: No
• Lift serves all floors: Yes
• No. of steps into property: 4
• Access ramp: Yes

Without a doubt, Champoluc is the most popular resort in the hidden gem that is the Monterosa ski area in Italy. This is a haven for those who are looking to take their skiing and snowboarding off the beaten path in an authentic Italian setting. Like all of the villages in the area, Champoluc is filled with rustic charm and is beautiful to explore, especially as you follow the walkway alongside the river which flows all the way through the village. There’s a good range of shops, bars and patisseries to enjoy as well as the Monterosa spa located at the top end of town next to the woodland park, perfect if you need a day’s rest and fancy a bit of pampering.

The ski area continues to surprise even the most competent skiers and boarders every year for many reasons. Firstly, not only are the pistes extremely well maintained but majority of the season they feel empty compared to the busy slopes in neighbouring countries. You then have the three extensive ski areas which are covered with one lift pass; Champoluc, Gressoney and Alagna which are linked by a modern lift system throughout the valleys. The majority of the slopes are aimed towards intermediate and advanced skiers but the real star of the show is the mass of off-piste areas. True powder hunters will want to head towards the Punta Indren lift and hit up the un-pisted terrain, just make sure you have the correct equipment as it’s not for the faint hearted.

At the weekend, it is a popular destination with the Italian locals who travel up from Milan and Turin, and the whole resort comes to life with après culture. As you come off the mountain the home run is next to the ski hire shop, so you can drop off your skis and join in the fun.

Food & Drink

Champoluc offers some fabulous authentic Italian restaurants serving classic and contemporary food. One of the great things about the Monterosa ski area is that the lovely food isn’t restricted to the town of Champoluc; the mountain restaurants are also delicious and serve unique a la carte menus. You’ll find bars with live music, delicious wines and cocktails, but the atmosphere remains a lot calmer and more relaxed than other alpine resorts.

Shopping

Champoluc offers the usual sporting goods stores, a few souvenir shops and one supermarket in the small village. Please note: there is no weekly market. If you are interested in a shopping trip, then a day excursion to the nearby cities of Milan and Turin, or even the nearby town of Aosta is bound to be more successful. Popular souvenirs to take back home include hand-carved wooden clogs!

Spa & Relaxation

The MonterosaSPA is the perfect place to relax after a day on the slopes. There are a range of different pools, steam rooms and saunas to enjoy as well as various treatments and massages available. To visit the spa, you need to book in advance - this is best to organise by asking the staff in your hotel. To get there walk up through the centre of town, past the main ski lift heading up towards Frachey and you will find it situated on the left next to the pharmacy.

Pre-bookable Lift Passes, Ski Hire & Tuition

Lift pass

• Free Wi-Fi
• Shuttle service to lifts in the morning and afternoon
• Discounted entry to the local Monterosa Spa with three swimming pools, three saunas, a Turkish bath and massage treatments
• Pilates classes (payable locally)
• Heated boot room
• Free parking

• Babysitting available on request
• Early meals are for children up to 6 years old, available between 6pm and 7pm
• Children's books available

• Cots & linen
• Early meals available
• Play room

Start your day well with a full buffet breakfast served between 7.30am and 10am. You'll have a wide selection pastries, cheeses, cereals and fruit to choose from and cooked breakfasts are available on request

Dinner is taken in the authentic mountain style restaurant, complete with arch ceilings and original paintings and carvings by local artists. Enjoy a four-course meal starting with a buffet of antipasto and finishing on a high with a delicious home made dessert. There's also an à la carte menu that you can choose from (payable locally).

There's a great atmosphere in the hotel's bar. It's in the historic part of the building dating back to the 1920's. Catch up on the days events with friends and family over a glass of wine, beer or cocktail.

Board basis options available

• Half Board

This property caters for the following special dietary requirements

• Gluten Free
• Vegans
• Vegetarians

Special diets are available on a request basis. Catering for dietary allergies will need to be checked before booking.