Pedestrian square in the centre of Chamonix with shops, cafés and a stone fountain

Chamonix accommodation where you don’t need a car

You do not need a car to have a holiday in Chamonix. These properties are placed so you can walk to everything you need, with the valley buses and trains covering the rest.

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Croissants and coffee on an apartment balcony in Chamonix, overlooking the Aiguille du Midi lift station and Mont Blanc

Everything within walking distance

Shops for the week’s food, a boulangerie for the mornings, restaurants for the evenings and a lift station for the day. From these properties all of it is on foot, which is a better start to a holiday than a hire car and a parking space.

Pedestrian street and square in Chamonix in summer, with shops and the Compagnie des Guides mural

Buses and trains along the Chamonix valley

Your Carte d’Hôte, issued when you arrive, covers the buses and the Mont Blanc Express along the valley. That takes you to Les Houches, Argentière and Le Tour, which is every ski area and most of the walking without getting in a car.

Covered apartment balcony in Chamonix with rattan seating, looking out to the Aiguille du Midi

Getting to Chamonix without a car

Most guests arrive through Geneva, and a transfer brings you to the door in about an hour and a half. There is also a train line into the valley if you would rather come overland. Our travel to Chamonix guide covers the routes, and how to get to Chamonix goes through them in more detail.

Book direct with confidence

When you book directly with Chamonix All Year, you’re booking with a local team that has been welcoming guests to Chamonix for over 23 years.

Every property is personally managed by us, giving you the reassurance that your accommodation will be prepared to the highest standards before you arrive.

Booking direct also means you’ll benefit from our best available rates, flexible booking options and friendly local support before, during and after your holiday.

Frequently asked questions

No. The town is walkable and your Carte d’Hôte covers the buses and trains along the valley. A car is only useful if you plan to travel further afield.

Yes. Buses and the Mont Blanc Express train run the length of the valley. Ask the team about the Carte d’Hôte when you arrive.

By transfer, which takes around an hour and a half door to door. Our complete guide to travelling to Chamonix sets out every option, including the train and the bus.