Looking for reports from any of the MW ski hotels (France or Austria), they look excellent & I could easily be tempted by some of the deals currently on offer. Are there any in particular you would recommend especially for children.
Many thanks
Finn
Mark Warner Holidays, are they worth it?
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Started by Finn in Ski Chatter 08-Jan-2010 - 11 Replies
Finn posted Jan-2010
Finn
Far Queue
reply to 'Mark Warner Holidays, are they worth it?' posted Jan-2010
Hi Finn,
I had the pleasure of staying at a Mark Warner Hotel in Tignes about 4 years ago. I tagged on to a party of friends who were all taking children and got a really good deal last minute including single supplement, otherwise I could not have afforded it.
I stayed at the Chalethotel Aiguille Percee, and I could not speak highly enough of it.
Where to start, the staff were all excellent. From the babysitters to the management. We had absolutely no issues with leaving the children with the nannies, and the children ranged from 3 1/2 to 7 years old. They were completely cared for with various activities depending on their age and desires. The older children attended Ski school and were monitored on the nursery slopes in the afternoon. The creche in the hotel was excellent.
Next, the food. I could not fault the food, we had planned to eat out a few times, but did not bother in the end as the hotel food was so good. They also supplied afternoon hot drinks and cakes when you finished skiing.
The rooms were of a good size (at least the ones we had) and kept pretty clean.
Generally the hotel was very clean, and it had a good layout. It is very close to the main Gondola in Le Lac and convenient to the local bars.
If you have children, I would not hesitate in recommending it. I would go back myself, the only thing to prevent that is the cost of a Mark Warner holiday. But you get what you pay for in this case, and you are paying to have the ability to leave your children in good hands and enjoy yourself skiing.
Hope that helps.
FQ
I had the pleasure of staying at a Mark Warner Hotel in Tignes about 4 years ago. I tagged on to a party of friends who were all taking children and got a really good deal last minute including single supplement, otherwise I could not have afforded it.
I stayed at the Chalethotel Aiguille Percee, and I could not speak highly enough of it.
Where to start, the staff were all excellent. From the babysitters to the management. We had absolutely no issues with leaving the children with the nannies, and the children ranged from 3 1/2 to 7 years old. They were completely cared for with various activities depending on their age and desires. The older children attended Ski school and were monitored on the nursery slopes in the afternoon. The creche in the hotel was excellent.
Next, the food. I could not fault the food, we had planned to eat out a few times, but did not bother in the end as the hotel food was so good. They also supplied afternoon hot drinks and cakes when you finished skiing.
The rooms were of a good size (at least the ones we had) and kept pretty clean.
Generally the hotel was very clean, and it had a good layout. It is very close to the main Gondola in Le Lac and convenient to the local bars.
If you have children, I would not hesitate in recommending it. I would go back myself, the only thing to prevent that is the cost of a Mark Warner holiday. But you get what you pay for in this case, and you are paying to have the ability to leave your children in good hands and enjoy yourself skiing.
Hope that helps.
FQ
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Tony_H
reply to 'Mark Warner Holidays, are they worth it?' posted Jan-2010
I'd never pay their brochure/web prices, but if its an offer price, I have heard nothing but good reports. I couldnt normally afford one of their packages, but if you can get a serious amount off, I would be very tempted to give it a go.
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Caron-a
reply to 'Mark Warner Holidays, are they worth it?' posted Jan-2010
I agree, if you can get a good deal I'd jump at it.
I've never done any of their winter holidays but have done quite a few summer ones and they are one of the better companies.
I reckon the standard would be pretty similar across the board.
I've never done any of their winter holidays but have done quite a few summer ones and they are one of the better companies.
I reckon the standard would be pretty similar across the board.
Tonypants
reply to 'Mark Warner Holidays, are they worth it?' posted Jan-2010
Hi Finn, I fully agree with FQ, I also stayed at the aguile percee on the last week of the season two years ago in tignes and had a super time. I must concur that the childcar was second to none and the food was as good as any top restaurant.
I also agree that I had a deal because of the time of year.
Worth a trip most definately!
TP
I also agree that I had a deal because of the time of year.
Worth a trip most definately!
TP
Snowplough
reply to 'Mark Warner Holidays, are they worth it?' posted Jan-2010
Finn, have done MW in L2A for the last 3 years and find it hard to contemplate using anyone else. Heading off this Sunday again.
As others have said, their brochure prices are high but I have never paid more than £1900 for two adults and two children (exc kids club, ski school etc)
We have always found the service, food kids entertainment to be fantastic and the ski hosting is really good particularly if you are new to the resort.
NB We have a friend who has booked to join us on Sunday paying £555.......really good value I think
As others have said, their brochure prices are high but I have never paid more than £1900 for two adults and two children (exc kids club, ski school etc)
We have always found the service, food kids entertainment to be fantastic and the ski hosting is really good particularly if you are new to the resort.
NB We have a friend who has booked to join us on Sunday paying £555.......really good value I think
Tony_H
reply to 'Mark Warner Holidays, are they worth it?' posted Jan-2010
Attention Snowplough - severe weather warning in France. Grenoble is closed in case thats where you are heading. I'd be checking with your airline or tour op if I were you.snowplough wrote:Finn, have done MW in L2A for the last 3 years and find it hard to contemplate using anyone else. Heading off this Sunday again.
As others have said, their brochure prices are high but I have never paid more than £1900 for two adults and two children (exc kids club, ski school etc)
We have always found the service, food kids entertainment to be fantastic and the ski hosting is really good particularly if you are new to the resort.
NB We have a friend who has booked to join us on Sunday paying £555.......really good value I think
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Snowplough
reply to 'Mark Warner Holidays, are they worth it?' posted Jan-2010
Tony_H wrote:Attention Snowplough - severe weather warning in France. Grenoble is closed in case thats where you are heading. I'd be checking with your airline or tour op if I were you.snowplough wrote:Finn, have done MW in L2A for the last 3 years and find it hard to contemplate using anyone else. Heading off this Sunday again.
As others have said, their brochure prices are high but I have never paid more than £1900 for two adults and two children (exc kids club, ski school etc)
We have always found the service, food kids entertainment to be fantastic and the ski hosting is really good particularly if you are new to the resort.
NB We have a friend who has booked to join us on Sunday paying £555.......really good value I think
Fortunately (I hope) we are flying to Geneva albeit with mammoth transfer! Aren't you heading for ADH via Grenoble?
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Topic last updated on 10-January-2010 at 14:02