Megève
in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

Chalet Lupo is a cosy alpine hideaway just above the village, loved for its warm wood-clad interiors and breathtaking mountain views. Come for elevated Italian comfort dishes – the scialatielli with mullet bottarga and lemon zest or pappardelle with rich ragù are our top picks – best paired with a glass from the thoughtfully curated wine list after a day on the slopes.

Megève gets a technicolour chalet shake-up with Hotel Saint-Georges, reborn through designer-artist Luke Edward Hall’s playful, pattern-happy palette. Expect painted timber, folklore-inspired murals, cheerful tartans and a real sense of Alpine escapism that feels fresh rather than themed. Steps from the lifts, it’s a winter base for those who like their ski trip with serious design cred. It’s Megève, but several notches cooler. 

A classic on-the-slopes mountain restaurant, Le Cœur d'Or is perched at 1,525 metres at the top of the Beauregard gondola, equally beloved by skiers in winter and hikers in summer. The rustic chalet serves generous Savoyard comfort dishes – including fondue, tartiflette, croûtes and pela – best enjoyed on the sunny terrace before carving back down. In the evening, it transforms into a cosy alpine experience reached by snowmobile, with set dinners and a magical descent under the stars. 

A café. A brasserie. A cocktail bar. Le Hibou Blanc does it all. We love this cosy, family-friendly spot for a casual dinner whenever we're in Megève.

Le Piaf brings the exuberant spirit of its Parisian namesake to the Alps in a theatrical chalet imagined by Dion & Arles. Inside, brushed softwoods, embroidered alpine textiles, hanging rugs, vintage chandeliers, and corduroy velvet create a cocooning, mountain-chic setting around the fireplace. Start your evening by the piano bar with cocktails and refined small bites – taramas, mini croque-monsieurs, and smoked salmon – before settling into the restaurant for comforting French classics such as foie gras salad, roast chicken in jus, beef tenderloin with fries and a decadent chocolate mousse.

We adore this cosy mountain bistro for the views as much as the insanely good Savoie specialties. Grab a table outside if the weather is good or snuggle up inside the wood-panelled main room.

Le Prieuré is chef Emmanuel Renaut’s convivial village bistro set beside the church on Place de l’Église, in a historic chalet once renovated by Henry-Jacques Le Même. Inside, pale woods, parquet floors and a remarkable painted coffered ceiling inspired by alpine motifs welcome guests from morning coffee to dinner. The menu celebrates generous Savoyard-leaning bistro cooking – reblochon-filled bites, alpine lake fish, local cheeses and comforting desserts such as chocolate mousse – paired with Savoie wines.