Early Booking
New this winter
Accommodation in our Odalys Residence L'écrin de Vars
Location
Nestled in the heart of the majestic Southern Frenh Alps, the ski resort of Vars is home to the La Forêt Blanche ski area with more than 180km of ski slopes. The L'écrin de Vars residence is located at the foot of the slopes, close to the chairlifts, and gives direct ski-in/ski-out access. Perfect for making the most of the day on the slopes. Whether you are passionate about skiing, snowboarding, sledding or snowshoeing, you will find your ideal snowy playground here in Vars. In addition, you will be able to fully enjoy the lively atmosphere of Vars, with its shops, bars, restaurants and entertainment in the immediate vicinity.
At your disposal
Sports & leisure activities - Fitness room
- Heated outdoor swimming pool (from December to April)
- Laundry facilities (extra charge)
- Ski lockers
Enjoy a dream ski holiday in the prestigious 4-star L'écrin de Vars residence housing 63 apartments. With 1 or 2 bedrooms sleeping 4 to 8 people, you will stay in spacious luxury apartments, with modern and elegant interiors. Each accommodation benefits from a comfortable living area. The equipped kitchen allows you to prepare delicious, hearty meals with ease. One or two bedrooms rooms welcome you, in an intimate and refined setting, for restful nights after fun-packed days up on the pristine slopes. You will discover a comfortable cocoon in the heart of the Southern French Alps !
Three 2 bedroom apartments with sleeping alcove for 8 people and one 2 bedroom apartment for 6 people have wheelchair access.
1 bedroom apartment for 4 people (approx. 31.5m²)
Living room with sofa bed, TV
Kitchenette with fridge, hob, dishwasher
Bedroom with double bed
Bathroom with shower or bath, sink
Separate toilet
Balcony
2 bedroom apartment for 6 people (approx. 44m²)
Living room with sofa bed, TV
Kitchenette with fridge, hob, dishwasher
Bedroom with double bed
Sleeping alcove with bunk beds
1 bathroom with shower or bath, sink
Separate toilet
Balcony
2 bedroom apartment for 6 people (approx. 53m²)
Living room with sofa bed, TV
Kitchenette with fridge, hob, dishwasher
Bedroom with double bed
Bedroom with 2 single beds or 1 double
1 or 2 bathrooms with shower or bath, sink
Separate toilet
Balcony
2 bedroom apartment with alcove for 8 people (approx. 61m²)
Living room with sofa bed, TV
Kitchenette with fridge, hob, dishwasher
Bedroom with double bed
Bedroom with 2 single beds
Sleeping alcove with bunk beds
2 bathrooms with shower or bath, sink, toilet
Balcony
Please note : - Apartment with wheelchair access
3 bedroom apartment for 8 people (approx. 70m²)
Living room with sofa bed, TV
Kitchenette with fridge, hob, dishwasher
Bedroom with double bed
2 bedrooms with 2 single beds or double bed
Sleeping alcove with bunk beds
2 bathrooms with shower or bath, sink
2 toilets
Balcony
Vars: Activities & Services
Early Booking
New this winter
The ski area
Ski area : Foret Blanche - Vars / Risoul Minimum altitude : 1650 m - Maximum altitude: 2750 m
- 118 slopes, 185 km : 21 green, 45 blue, 42 red, 10 black
- 51 ski lifts
- Freestyle areas : 1 snowpark and 3 boardercross
With its 185 km of slopes, the « Foret Blanche » ski area, linking together the ski areas of Vars and of Risoul, is highly appreciated for the quality of its slopes and for its high-tech, modern network of snow canons guaranteeing snow all through the winter season.
The 118 slopes served by 51 ski lifts, promise hours of wonderful skiing whether you are a first-time skier or an expert skier. In Vars you have the possibility of trying night skiing on the floodlit slopes. There are also a variety of cross-country skiing circuits and paths for hiking and snow-shoeing.
Vars is also an extremely popular ski resort with free riders, by virtue of its narrow, snowy gullies, like the «Y», the «Funnel», the «Comma», the «Little Neck,» or the «Banana». The resort has 4 snowparks to satisfy all levels of snowboarders. The Varspark extends over more than 21 hectares with a boardercross and slalom courses. The Eyssina park is designed for fans of « slope style », whereas the Escondus park is a true delight for beginners and for “Jib” lovers (skiing without snow). For more advanced skiers, a “woodpark”, in the middle of the forest, enables you to snowboard on surfaces made entirely from local wood and stone.
Finally, those looking for an adrenalin rush will enjoy the challenge on the « Chabrieres » slope, with an altitude drop of 435 m and an inclination of up to 98%. This extremely steep descent is very often the scene of speed skiing records. You have the possibility of timing your descent and have this recorded for time immemorial, as you will receive a certificate at the bottom of the slope as proof ! Ready ?
Resort's Attractions
During your ski holiday in Vars, in the Hautes Alpes, enjoy the many different activities offered in and around the ski resort :
- Snow-shoeing (half-day, full day or night-time)
- Well-being treatments
- Ice climbing
- Helicopter rides
- Paragliding
- Skating
- Speed riding
- Dog sleighing
- Snowscooter tours
- Paragliding
- Sledging, snake gliss
- Night-time skiing
- Cinema
- Games room
- Library, multimedia area at Vars Ste Marie
Places to visit
During your ski holidays in Vars in the Hautes Alpes, enjoy the many different activities offered by this ski resort in the Southern French Alps :
- The Queyras Regional Nature Park
- The Vars mountain pass
- Risoul
- Serre Ponçon
- The Montdauphin fortifications
- Guillestre
- Embrun
Local events in Vars
- Vars en Scene (opening concert)
- Speed Master race
- Freestyle compétitions throughout the season
- Outdoormix winter festival
Book in our Odalys Residence L'écrin de Vars
Early Booking
New this winter
December
From 13/12/2025 to 20/12/2025
From 20/12/2025 to 27/12/2025
From 27/12/2025 to 03/01/2026
1-bedroom apartment 4 persons
Surface approx. :31 m²
Living room with sofa bed, TV
Kitchenette with fridge, hob, dishwasher
Bedroom with double bed
Bathroom with shower or bath, sink
Separate toilet
Balcony
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€839
€1,439
€2,019
1 or 2-bedroom apartment 6 persons
Surface approx. :44 m²
Living room with sofa bed, TV
Kitchenette with fridge, hob, dishwasher
Bedroom with double bed
Sleeping alcove with bunk beds
1 bathroom with shower or bath, sink
Separate toilet
Balcony
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€1,169
€1,779
€2,729
2-bedroom apartment 6 persons
Surface approx. :53 m²
Living room with sofa bed, TV
Kitchenette with fridge, hob, dishwasher
Bedroom with double bed
Bedroom with 2 single beds or 1 double
1 or 2 bathrooms with shower or bath, sink
Separate toilet
Balcony
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€1,409
€2,299
€3,539
2-bedroom apartment with cabin 8 persons
Surface approx. :61 m²
Living room with sofa bed, TV
Kitchenette with fridge, hob, dishwasher
Bedroom with double bed
Bedroom with 2 single beds
Sleeping alcove with bunk beds
2 bathrooms with shower or bath, sink, toilet
Balcony
Please note : - Apartment with wheelchair access
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€1,479
€2,409
€3,709
3-bedroom apartment 8 persons
Surface approx. :70 m²
Living room with sofa bed, TV
Kitchenette with fridge, hob, dishwasher
Bedroom with double bed
2 bedrooms with 2 single beds or double bed
Sleeping alcove with bunk beds
2 bathrooms with shower or bath, sink
2 toilets
Balcony
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€1,549
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Rental conditions
Conditions :
Price in Euros, per accommodation, per stay
Deposit to be paid on site on arrival : 500€
Deposit given back after inventory carried out
Check-in & check-out :
Check-in from 5pm.
In the case of late arrival please inform reception as soon as possible. You will be told the procedure to follow. Check-out by 10am. Please leave the accommodation clean and tidy.
Included in our prices
- Access to the heated outdoor swimming pool (from December to April)
- Parking (1 space/accommodation)
- Access to fitness room
- Wifi
- Bed linen (beds made on arrival except sofa beds)
- Cleaning kit
- Bathroom linen (hand towel and hand towel)
- Ski lockers
Don't forget !
Price guide only, subject to modification, to be paid on site Extra Services: - Laundry facilities
- Baby kit (cot, high chair, bath) : €10/day, €40/stay (pre-booking required)
- Pets* : €100/pet/stay (from 7 nights), €18/night (1-6 nights incl.)
*Please inform reception at time of booking. Please supply proof of ownership and up-to-date vaccinations. Dogs must be kept on a lead at all times within the residence.
Please note :
- Pets not allowed
FORMALITIES : • ID card or passport required for all guests (babies included). Drivers licence not valid.
• Please pay attention to your personal belongings and/or make use of the safe at reception (if applicable) during your stay. Odalys Vacances cannot be held responsible for damage or theft of personal belongings.
Odalys advantages for your holiday
Early Booking
New this winter
Your advantages
● Early Booking
Prepare your winter holidays for 2025-2026 now with our Early Booking offer! Book in advance and enjoy waived booking fees plus a 10% discount on a selection of destinations with the code WINTER25. Picture yourself, skis on, racing down the slopes or savoring a hot chocolate by the fireplace. Whether you're a skiing enthusiast or a lover of winter landscapes, our destinations promise you an unforgettable stay. Don't let winter catch you off guard; plan today and take advantage of these exclusive benefits. With Odalys Vacances, winter has never been so welcoming!
*Offer non retroactive, valid for all bookings made from 14/04/2025 to 30/09/2025 incl. for minimum 7-night bookings for holidays from 01/11/2025 to 25/04/2026 incl. Valid on stocks dedicated to this offer.
● New this winter
Book your next winter holiday in one of our new establishments !
You will love :
• • Eating & drinking , onsite in your residence - Breakfast service (extra charge) - Info coming soon
• • Ideal location , at the foot of the slopes Enjoy ski-in, ski-out access !
• Ski passes, Exclusive "Special Odalys" rates Enjoy discounts on lift passes up to -13% when booking online with your accommodation (at least 5 days before the start of your stay). Free for children under 5 years: passes to be collected at the lift ticket offices upon presentation of proof of age.
• Ski equipment, Set off fully equipped by booking with Odalys Enjoy discounts by booking with Odalys up to -50% off a complete set (skis, poles, and boots)
• Ski schools, learn to ski for less Discounts up to -15% (outside school holidays) on the public rate for group alpine skiing lessons (as well as cross-country and snowboard in some resorts) taken during the 2025-2026 season. Offers valid on prior booking only, at least 15 days before the start date of the stay: Tel. +33 (0)4 79 59 23 70 - esf-valmeinier@wanadoo.fr
• Luggage storage
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Enjoy discounts by booking with Odalys up to -50% off a complete set (skis, poles, and boots)
Discounts up to -15% (outside school holidays) on the public rate for group alpine skiing lessons (as well as cross-country and snowboard in some resorts) taken during the 2025-2026 season. Offers valid on prior booking only, at least 15 days before the start date of the stay: Tel. +33 (0)4 79 59 23 70 - esf-valmeinier@wanadoo.fr
