Our favorite Airbnbs in Serre Chevalier
Choose an Airbnb in Serre Chevalier, and you wake up in the heart of the French Alps. Sunlight slides down the larch forests, and the first skiers are already heading for the ski lifts. From your private balcony, coffee in hand, you enjoy the view over the valley.
So where to stay? Four villages share the ski resort: Briançon, Chantemerle in Saint-Chaffrey, Villeneuve in La Salle-les-Alpes and Le Monêtier-les-Bains. Each has its own holiday rentals: a wooden chalet at the foot of the slopes, a renovated apartment in La Salle with a south-facing terrace, a family house close to the village centre.
Look for guest favourites and Superhosts. Check the amenities too: equipped kitchen, wifi, private parking. In summer and winter alike, your stay in Serre Chevalier begins long before your first run.
Our top picks for Airbnbs in Serre Chevalier
Chalet Swen offers absolute tranquility and a south-facing view of the glacier from a terrace that extends from the ground-floor living room. With a heated pool in the summer, a sauna, a hot tub, and a pool table, you’ll never want to leave—and the village center is just a stone’s throw away.
A charming 40 m² apartment for 4 people at the base of the slopes in the center of Chantemerle. South-facing balcony with a view of the slopes; ski lifts are a 5-minute walk away. Shops are 50 m away; private parking; heated ski storage; pets welcome. You’re going to love it!
New apartment for four people in the hills above Saint-Chaffrey, in a luxury residence with an elevator: fully equipped kitchen, large walk-in shower, and high-quality finishes.
A spacious, sunny terrace with a panoramic view of the village and the mountain peaks, a private garage, and a heated ski locker, with a free shuttle to the slopes right at the building’s doorstep.
A fully renovated chalet in the hills above Saint-Chaffrey, facing due south and overlooking the valley: four bedrooms for eight people, a bright living room with a wood-pellet stove and a large dining table.
Two heated ski lockers at the base of the Luc Alphand slope, plenty of space for sledding, dogs welcome, and the village center with its shops just a five-minute walk away.
Your questions about Airbnb properties in Serre Chevalier
We’ve received several enquiries from you about Airbnb rentals in this beautiful resort in the Hautes-Alpes. Here are our answers to your most frequently asked questions.
What are the best Airbnb rentals in Serre Chevalier?
The best Airbnb in Serre Chevalier is not always the largest. It is the one that matches the way you travel. Some guests want a chalet for the whole family. Others prefer a compact flat, with the lifts a few minutes away.
Our selection covers both worlds. On the chalet rentals side, Chalet Swen in Le Monêtier-les-Bains offers a south-facing terrace with a view of the glacier. You also get a sauna, a hot tub and a pool heated in summer.
Chalet Le Cerf, in the hills above Saint-Chaffrey, sleeps eight people in four bedrooms. It faces due south, with the whole valley at your feet.
For apartment rentals, two addresses stand out. In the centre of Chantemerle, a 40 m² (430 sq ft) flat for four sits at the base of the slopes. Above Saint-Chaffrey, Le Belvédère is a new apartment in a luxury residence, with a sunny terrace and a panoramic view.
Among all the holiday rentals in Serre Chevalier, look for listings marked top guest favourite. The label singles out the most highly rated homes on the platform. But before you book, one question matters: which village suits you best?
Where to stay in Serre Chevalier?
Where to stay depends on what you expect from your trip. The valley stretches along the Guisane, from Briançon to Le Monêtier-les-Bains. Each village offers a different kind of accommodation in Serre Chevalier. Your location will shape your days.
Briançon suits culture lovers. At 1,326 m (4,350 ft), it is the highest town in France. Its Vauban fortifications are a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Chantemerle, in Saint-Chaffrey, is lively and family friendly. Shops, restaurants and ski lifts are within easy reach. Villeneuve, in La Salle-les-Alpes, is the other main base of the ski area.
Le Monêtier-les-Bains, at the top of the valley, is quieter. Its thermal baths, Les Grands Bains, offer pools at 37°C (99°F) and outdoor pools facing the peaks. Whatever the village, the "Guest favorite" badge helps you choose your holiday rental with confidence.
Once you have chosen your village, it is time to look inside the rentals.
What are the features of rentals in Serre Chevalier?
The features of rentals in Serre Chevalier reflect mountain life. First comes the equipped kitchen. After a day on the pistes, a quiet dinner at home often beats a crowded restaurant. Le Belvédère, for instance, has a fully equipped kitchen and a large walk-in shower.
Private parking is the second point to check. In the high season, finding a space in the villages can be tricky. The Chantemerle flat has a private space, and Le Belvédère a private garage.
Wifi is now standard, but its quality varies. Read the reviews if you plan to work remotely. Cleanliness deserves the same attention: Airbnb rates it as a separate category.
Finally, compare the mountain amenities. A heated ski locker changes your mornings. Chalet Le Cerf offers two at the base of the Luc Alphand slope. Chalet Swen adds a sauna, a hot tub and a pool table.
Amenities are one thing. But how do you know if a rental lives up to its promises?
What is the average rating of rentals?
The average rating is the first figure you see on a listing. It comes from guest reviews, on a scale of 1 to 5 stars. A score of 4.9 out of 5 or 5.0 out of 5 places a home among the most highly rated. The difference is small on paper, but it counts.
Industry data shows it clearly. Listings rated 5.0 have a 92% chance of earning the Guest favourite badge. Between 4.85 and 4.95, the chance drops to 69%.
Don't stop at the overall score. Airbnb also rates six categories: check-in, cleanliness, accuracy, communication, location and value. When most guests agree on a strong point, you will see it repeated from one review to the next.
The reviews of a top guest favourite home tell you even more. Airbnb awards a gold trophy to the top 1%, 5% or 10% of eligible homes. To qualify, a listing needs at least five reviews. Read the most recent ones first: they reflect the property as it is today.
A good rating reassures you for a week. And if you plan to stay much longer?
Are there monthly rentals available?
Yes, and they are worth knowing about. On Airbnb, a stay of 28 nights or more counts as a monthly stay. Many hosts then offer a monthly discount, shown directly in search results. You also pay in monthly instalments rather than all at once.
Monthly rentals appeal to several profiles. Seasonal workers, remote workers and skiers who dream of a whole winter in the Alps all use them. For a long term stay, the essentials matter more than ever.
A furnished apartment with a real kitchen and reliable wifi makes all the difference. Airbnb itself highlights these amenities when you search for monthly stays. A studio is often the simplest accommodation for one or two people.
Families will prefer an apartment or a chalet with more space. Enter your dates to see which holiday rentals accept long stays. Plan early if you are aiming for the heart of winter.
Long stays or short breaks, the next question is the same: what kind of home do you want?
What types of properties are available?
The types of properties in Serre Chevalier reflect the history of the valley. In the old villages, stone and larch houses line the Guisane. Around the lifts, residences from the resort's early years sit alongside recent buildings. You will find every style of vacation rentals here.
The chalet remains the dream of many families. Wood, a stove and a view of the peaks: Chalet Le Cerf ticks every box. Chalet Swen adds wellness facilities worthy of a hotel.
The apartment is the practical choice. It puts you close to the slopes and the shops, without the upkeep of a large house. The Chantemerle flat and Le Belvédère are two fine examples.
The studio suits couples and solo travellers. House rentals, finally, give you more privacy, often with a garden. Now that you know what to book, one question remains: when to come.
What is the best time to visit Serre Chevalier?
The best time to visit depends on your activities. Serre Chevalier lives to the rhythm of summer and winter. The ski season usually runs from early December to mid-April. For 2026-2027, the ski area is due to open on 5 December and close on 18 April.
Winter is the big draw. The ski area offers 250 km (155 miles) of pistes, up to 2,800 m (9,200 ft). The valley also enjoys around 300 days of sunshine a year.
Avoid the French school holidays, the vacances scolaires, if you can. February is the busiest month in French ski resorts. Prices rise and availability shrinks.
Summer reveals another face of the valley. You can explore the trails of the Écrins National Park, on foot or by mountain bike. In the evening, a swim at Les Grands Bains in Le Monêtier-les-Bains rounds off the day.
