Hotel de L’Arve
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Hotel de L’Arve is a welcoming 3* hotel set beside the river in central Chamonix, within easy walking distance of the UTMB Mont Blanc start and finish area. It’s a practical, relaxed choice if you want to keep logistics simple while staying somewhere quiet and comfortable.
Arriving here feels straightforward and low-key. The hotel has a traditional Alpine look and a friendly, informal atmosphere, with a comfortable lounge and bar area where athletes often unwind after a day on their feet. Everything is laid out for ease, whether you are heading out for a short walk, checking kit, or getting some early rest.
Your stay is on a bed and breakfast basis, giving you a reliable start to the day without overcomplicating things. Breakfast includes a good spread of sweet and savoury options to suit endurance training and race mornings, with early breakfast available on key event days. For other meals, you are surrounded by cafés and restaurants in Chamonix, making it easy to eat when and how you want.
Recovery is well supported here. The hotel has a small wellness area with a sauna and hammam, ideal for loosening tired legs after long runs or race day. There is also a fitness room for light mobility or stretching sessions, plus a garden and riverside terrace that work well for gentle recovery time outdoors. Everything is informal and easy to access, so you can use the facilities around your own schedule without feeling rushed.
Rooms here are simple, clean and geared towards good rest. Expect comfortable beds, quiet surroundings, effective heating, blackout curtains and modern bathrooms with good showers. Some rooms offer mountain or river views, which add a calm backdrop without distracting from recovery.
Hotel Highlights
• Central Chamonix location with an easy walk to UTMB Mont Blanc race areas
• Sauna and hammam to support post-run and post-race recovery
• Quiet rooms designed for solid sleep before and after the event
• Athlete-friendly breakfast with early service on event days
• Riverside setting close to shops, cafés and everyday amenities
Rooms
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Twin Room
This room has two separate single beds.
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Triple Room
This room is made up of three separate single beds OR one double bed and 1 single bed subject to availability.
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Superior Single Room
This room has one single bed.
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Superior Double Room
This room has one double bed.
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Superior Twin Room
This room has two separate single beds.
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Superior Triple Room
This room is made up of three separate single beds OR one double bed and 1 single bed subject to availability.
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Family Room
This room has 1 double bed or 2 single beds and also another 2 single beds.
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Single Room
This room has one single bed.
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Double Room
This room has one double bed.
Location
Key Distances
• Start/Finish Line (UTMB Mont Blanc, Place du Triangle de l’Amitié): approx. 0.4 km | 5 mins walk – easy access on race morning
• Athlete Village / Expo: approx. 0.55 km | 7 mins walk – simple for registration and kit checks
• Nearest Airport (Geneva Airport): approx. 99 km | 1 hr 15 mins drive – main international arrival point
• Nearest Train Station (Chamonix-Mont-Blanc): approx. 0.8 km | 10 mins walk – useful for regional travel
• Chamonix High Street: approx. 0.4 km | 5 mins walk – supermarkets, cafés and sports shops
• Parc Couttet: approx. 0.5 km | 6 mins walk – green space for gentle walks and downtime
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