Val d’Isère après-ski has a varied and lively nightlife with loud pubs and popular nightclubs open until the early hours. Home of the original après-ski experience – The legendary Folie Douce, and the iconic Dicks Tea Bar which was founded in 1979. Take a look at our pick of the best après ski and nightlife in Val d’Isère:
La Folie Douce
Start of the season, end of the season…all season, the parties at La Folie Douce are something else. A popular bar for young skiers, La Folie is known for its bouncing club atmosphere, indoors and out, with an epic international line-up. Thanks to a modern restaurant serving regional delicacies and a canteen-style eatery for an easy bite, you won’t go short of food either. There’s an outdoor BBQ-style kiosk for grilled snacks while you party. La Folie prides itself on being an après-ski adventure for those who love to burn the candle at both ends.
Stay At:
The Hotel Le Blizzard is one of the most popular luxury ski hotels in Val d’Isère. The hotel offers B&B accommodation and is located on the main street, moments from the lifts.
Bananas
Situated at the bottom of the resort in La Face, Bananas is a Val d’Isère institution open until 2am. Ideal for those on the descent from the mountain and for those late night drinks. This restaurant serves an assortment of Mexican, Indian and French specialities.
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Run for many years by the Bertoli family, the Christiania is one of the most popular hotels in Val d’Isère.
Cocorico
This is a well-loved après bar with international DJs, a host of live music and some of the best après-ski around. The order of the day here is dancing on the tables, and the atmosphere is always buzzing. It’s right at the foot of Solaise and the Face de Bellevarde, so you can jump straight in and enjoy the open-air setting with unreal views. There’s no need to fear going hungry after partying either: snacks and sandwiches will keep you going.
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Located in the centre of Val d’Isère, the comfortable Hotel Tsanteleina features a spa and indoor pool.
Dicks Tea Bar
Dicks Tea Bar has been a Val d’Isère après ski institution since 1979. Having played host to many 80s celebrities back in the day, today the After Dinner Club has a multitude of amazing live performers. Enjoy in house-musicians and DJs all waiting to entertain you. It’s open seven days a week during the ski season. Start the evening with cocktails, wine and high-end drinks served at your table. The venue then turns into a nightclub until the early hours, one of the latest bars in town.
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Chalet Hotel Le Savoie occupies an exceptionally convenient location on Val d’Isère’s main street and just moments from the ski lift.
To find out more about the best après ski and nightlife in Val d’Isère, call our ski experts on 0207 471 7700.
