Apartment Biolay – Central Chamonix – Sleeps 6

Apartment Biolay is a three bedroom apartment, conveniently located by the Planards ski area and Montenvers train station in the town of Chamonix. The modern apartment can comfortably sleep up to 6 guests and is set up with everything you need for a great holiday in the Alps. A wood burning stove and a shared sauna offer you the chance to fully relax after a day on the mountains. Families with kids will love the nearby Planards amusement park and luge.

Key Features

• Sleeps up to 6 guests
• One ensuite bathroom, and seperate bathroom with WC
• Modern apartment in character chalet
• Access to large terrace with outdoor seating and mountain views
• Shared access to sauna
• Walking distance to the centre of Chamonix
• Located close to the Planards ski area (perfect beginners and ski school)
• Easy transport links to access ski resorts

The Location

Apartment Biolay 3 is in a great location in Chamonix. It is under a ten minute walk to the town centre but away from the noise in a quiet, residential spot. The apartment is around the corner from the Planards beginner ski slopes and the luge which is open year round and great entertainment for all ages. In the summer the Planards area becomes a children’s amusement park. The Montenvers train station, which takes you up the mountainside to the famous Mer de Glace is also just a 5 minute walk from the apartment. In conclusion, Apartment Biolay is a great spot for small groups and families who would like to be close to the action of Chamonix, but in a quiet spot.

Room and Bathroom configuration

Master double bedroom with ensuite bathroom with WC

Room 2 twin with two single beds

Room 3 bunk room with two single beds

Separate bathroom with shower and WC

The Details

The apartment is located over two floors with a private entrance on the ground floor. There is an open plan living/dining/kitchen area with TV and DVD player and wood-burning stove. The kitchen is fully equipped with an oven, stove, microwave, coffee machine and fridge-freezer. Also on the ground floor there is 1 double bedroom with an ensuite bathroom with bath & WC. On the first floor there are 2 bedrooms and a bathroom. Bedroom 2 is a twin bedroom with 2 single beds and Bedroom 3 has one set of bunk beds, sleeping 2 guests. From this bedroom there is a patio door leading out to a shared terrace. The first floor bathroom is accessed from the corridor and has a shower, basin & WC. There is also an area for storing skis and kit. Externally, there is a shared terrace and sauna, a utility room with washer/dryer and a designated parking space to the front of the building.

What’s Included

Self-catered bookings include linen/towels for each bed, end of stay cleaning and local taxe de séjour (tourist tax). This allows you to benefit from the Carte d’Hotes giving you free travel on the trains and reductions on entry to the museums and other attractions. Standard check-in is between 4-8pm and check-out is by 10am. Early or late check-in and check-out might be available and can be booked through your guest area.

Payment terms and Cancellation 

To confirm the booking, you must pay 10% of the total cost. Along with the accommodation fee, you will be charged a local tourist tax of 4.6 euros per adult per night. The remaining balance will be automatically charged to the provided card 30 days before your arrival. You will receive an email notification prior to the balance being charged.

If you cancel your booking via email up to 30 days before arrival, you will receive a full refund. However, within 30 days of arrival, the booking becomes non-refundable.