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Staying in an Apartment: How to Choose Your Accommodation Wisely?

Staying in an Apartment: How to Choose Your Accommodation Wisely?

Oct. 20, 2025
Location, orientation, layout, premium amenities… Many criteria need to be considered when staying in an apartment. Altitude Résidences helps you identify these details that make a difference and contribute to making your holiday an exceptional break. Follow the guide!
Le Panorama Apartment, La Rosière - @Anne-Sofie Hjort
Le Panorama Apartment, La Rosière - @Anne-Sofie Hjort

Staying in an apartment or a resort: What are the differences?

 
You’ve probably noticed that our accommodations are listed on our website under three different categories: residences, apartments, and chalets. However, we also use the term “apartment” to refer to the fully equipped suites in our residences… So, exactly what are the differences between these two types of accommodations? Is it better to stay in an apartment or a residence? It’s up to you to decide!
 
- Our apartments are self-catering accommodations that we have renovated to reflect our personal tastes in buildings that we do not own but that are ideally located in Tignes and La Rosière
- The standards are the same for our independent apartments as for our residences: the same high-quality amenities, the same tasteful decor (sometimes modern, sometimes more traditional), the same attention to detail, and the same easy access to the ski area (apartments right on the slopes or near the slopes), activities, and shops…
 
- When you stay in an apartment, you have complete independence: there’s no need to check in at a front desk—simply pick up your keys starting at 5:00 p.m. on the day of your arrival to gain access to your accommodations. After that, you’re all set for the duration of your stay. Of course, we’re always available by phone if you encounter any issues or have questions during your vacation (we’re not far away and can respond quickly).

The Benefits of Staying in an Apartment

Staying in an apartment has many advantages over staying in a hotel.
 
- First and foremost, space! Staying in an apartment gives you access to spacious living areas, ideal for vacations with family or a group of friends (up to 12 people). Your accommodations aren’t just a single room—you also have a kitchen, a living room, and more. It’s perfect for the little ones to play, while the adults can gather to enjoy a drink on the comfortable couches.
 
- Another advantage of staying in an apartment is independence. Unlike a hotel, you’re free to come and go as you please (no need to return a key to the front desk every time you leave)
 
- Staying in an apartment also makes mealtimes much more comfortable, especially for families. No need to get dressed up to have breakfast in the dining room (unlike at a hotel); you can make ham and pasta every night if that’s the only thing your kids will eat, or order ingredients to make a big raclette or fondue “at home ” (handy when there are a lot of you and booking a table at a restaurant is tricky; or when you’re traveling with young children who can’t sit still and need to stretch their legs by running around the living room right in the middle of the meal).
Le Rosset Apartment, Tignes Le Lac - @Anne-Sofie Hjort
Le Rosset Apartment, Tignes Le Lac - @Anne-Sofie Hjort
Tignes - @Anne-Sofie Hjort
Tignes - @Anne-Sofie Hjort

Which resort should you visit for an apartment vacation with Altitude Résidences ?

We offer self-contained apartments in Tignes and La Rosière. These two renowned ski resorts are located at high altitudes (2,100 m and 1,850 m, respectively), which means snow is guaranteed in winter. A major advantage for skiers and winter sports enthusiasts! Snowshoeing, ski touring, sledding, dog sledding…
 
Do you prefer the mountains in the summer? These two resorts are also ideal for a vacation in an apartment in July and August, since you can enjoy a wide range of activities there (hiking, mountain biking, road biking, and tobogganing on a track at La Rosière, and water sports on Lake Tignes…).
 
And for those of you who prefer to stay in an apartment during the off-season, please note that all our apartments are available year-round. Our tip: book your vacation in September or October…This underrated time of year is our favorite for peaceful hikes amid golden grasses and fiery larch trees (the second half of October).

Treat yourself: stay in an apartment with a sauna or hot tub!

Just because you're staying in an apartment doesn't mean you have to give up the pleasure of a relaxing break after a busy day!
One of our apartments features a private hot tub on the terrace (Le Belvédère, Tignes Val Claret), while the other has an indoor sauna (Le Rosset, Tignes le Lac). Don't forget your swimsuit, no matter the season!
@Anne-Sofie Hjort
@Anne-Sofie Hjort

The best part: staying in an apartment with an unobstructed view of the mountains

Want to stay in an apartment… but worried you’ll be faced with a row of apartment buildings the moment you open your curtains in the morning? Don’t leave it to chance when booking your accommodations: make sure the view will live up to your expectations before you click “confirm”!
 
Our vacation advisors know each of our apartments inside and out and can help you find the accommodation with the best view of a particular mountain peak, valley, or ski area, depending on your preferences.
 
Here are a few of the hidden gems you'll have access to if you decide to rent an apartment through Altitude Résidences :
- The "Petite Charline " apartment and its unobstructed view of Lake Tignes, the tuff formations, and the Grande Motte
- The Le Névé apartment, located on a hill in the Bec Rouge neighborhood, offers breathtaking, unobstructed views of the entire resort of Tignes
- The Le Belvédère apartment, located at Tignes Val Claret, which, as its name suggests, offers an unobstructed view of Grande Motte
- The aptly named Panorama apartment in La Rosière, whose large balcony offers sweeping views of the Tarentaise Valley.