Totem, Friendly Hotel Flaine, France
Don’t judge a book by its cover – despite its functional outward appearance, the Totem’s pretty stylish inside. It’s all about boldness here, from the cow-print pattern behind the bar to the metallic hanging lights that look almost like snowflakes, and arty patterns that add a little something extra to the rooms.
The foot of the slopes is just a two-minute walk away, and you'll find lots of lifts there including the main Grandes Platières gondola, so you'll be up and away before you know it. And when you come back, you can warm up by the fireplace in the lounge. If you’re here with kids, you can book them into Childcare at the nearby Le Flaine Hotel for some extra fun for them and time to chill out for you.
In the mornings, choose your faves at the buffet breakfast before you set off for the day – and if you start feeling peckish at lunchtime, you can ski back and enjoy an à la carte meal in the hotel’s restaurant. And don’t miss the hotel bar, where you can wrap your hands around a frothy hot chocolate or get après started with one of the speciality cocktails.
All rooms are non-smoking and have a flatscreen TV, free WiFi, hairdryer, tea and coffee-making facilities and safe.
Twin room – sleeps 1-2: Twin beds or double bed, private shower and WC.
Superior twin room – sleeps 2: Twin beds or double bed, private shower, WC and balcony.
*Some clubs may close earlier in the season so check with us for details.
**Parking cannot be reserved in advance for Totem, Friendly Hotel
Our Pepi Penguin Nursery (6 months-3 years) and Beanie Bear Club (3-8 years) are based in the Hotel Le Flaine. You can book places in these childcare clubs if you stay in the Hotel Terminal Neige Totem, Centaure Apartments, Residence Panoramic, Residence de la Forêt or RockyPop Flaine Hotel. All Childcare is at an extra charge and must be pre-booked to guarantee a place.
PEPI PENGUIN NURSERY (6 MONTHS - 3 YEARS)
Pepi Penguin Nursery (6 months - 3 years) is run by our team of Childcare professionals and held in a dedicated room in the hotel equipped with games and toys. Outdoor play included (weather and parental consent permitting).
Pepi Penguin Nursery includes:
• Full-day care from 8.30am – 5pm
• 2-course hot lunch
• Snacks and drinks throughout the day
• A daily routine and activities report for your child
Activities vary daily. We'll find time for stories, singing, arts and crafts including painting and collage making, plus messy play in the sand tray and free play with age-relevant toys set out for the children to choose what they want to do.
We're also really keen to take in some fresh mountain air each day, so we aim to have an outdoor activity at least once a day – maybe snowy walks, a gondola ride or snow painting. And if your child is used to a sleep, we'll factor that in too.
BEANIE BEAR CLUB (3-8 YEARS)
Beanie Bear Club (3-8 years) provides plenty of fun-filled days as our childcare staff offer a combination of care and skiing, which includes 6 x morning ski lessons, pick-up and drop-off from ski lessons, lunch and either full-day or half-day care by staff in the dedicated Beanie Bear Club room.
Full-day Beanie Bear Club includes:
• Full-day care from 8.30am – 5pm
• 6 x morning ski lessons, ski school drop-offs and pick-ups*
• Child skis, boots and helmet hire
• 2-course hot lunch
• Snacks and drinks throughout the day
• Afternoon games and outdoor fun.
Half-day Beanie Bear Club includes:
• Half-day care from 8.30am – 2pm
• 6 x morning ski lessons, ski school drop-offs and pick-ups*
• Child skis, boots and helmet hire
• 2-course hot lunch
• Snacks and drinks throughout the day
* Lift passes aren't included as each child's needs are different. If and when your child feels confident enough to use the lifts, you'll need to buy a lift pass locally.
Activities vary daily – to include games, arts and crafts and storytime – and are often based around a theme.
We're also really keen to take in some fresh mountain air each day, so we aim to have an outdoor activity at least once a day – maybe bus bingo, snowman competitions or a treasure hunt.
GOOD TO KNOW
Both Pepi Penguin Nursery and Beanie Bear Club run for 6 days and must be pre-booked to guarantee a place.
Please note, Childcare is at an extra charge, and in some instances does not extend the full length of the ski season.
Ratings are based on the operator's own rating and may not reflect the property's official star rating.
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