MGallery, Accor’s boutique hotel collection within its luxury division, has its sights set on the French Alps. The brand is scheduled to open a hotel in the heart of the Valmorel ski resort. The opening will mark MGallery’s inaugural mountain retreat and aims to position Valmorel as “a must-visit destination for travellers seeking immersive experiences, unspoiled nature and responsible luxury.”
What Guests Can Expect
Upon opening, the hotel will offer 82 rooms—with nearly one-third of this inventory being suites. Accommodations will also offer direct access to the ski slopes. Guests can addition expect views from their rooms over the valley. The interior design of the hotel and rooms draws inspiration from the Savoyard heritage, blending sculpted wood, stone and tartan.
The still-unnamed hotel will also house a fine dining restaurant, a main restaurant with a terrace, a bar and a speakeasy. A 480-square-metre spa with both indoor and outdoor pools will comprise the wellness experience, while other public spaces call for a dedicated ski and snowboard room, a private screening room and a relaxation area specially designed for après-ski moments.
Sustainability and Development
In keeping with MGallery Collection’s commitment to sustainability, the project has been designed to meet the highest environmental standards. It will have “harmonious landscape architecture,” high energy efficiency, the use of local and bio-sourced materials, and dedicated staff facilities, including 43 housing units with 80 beds and a restaurant.
MGallery says the hotel will actively contribute to the local economy by promoting local craftsmanship, regional produce, and short supply chains.This signing is part of MGallery Collection’s strategy of selective growth. The brand currently offers more than 120 boutique hotels globally, with 37 hotels currently operating in France and six more under varying stages of development in the country.
