Courchevel
Savoie, France
The most luxurious ski resort in the world. Courchevel 1850 is where billionaires ski. Multiple villages at different altitudes offer varying price points. Staff are the engine of the luxury machine.
Accommodation & Housing
- Staff Housing
- Available
- Average Rent
- €400–€800/month. Staff housing essential.
- Housing Demand
- Very high. Nearly all workers need employer housing.
- Temporary Stays
- Staff accommodation, lower village apartments.
Transport & Accessibility
- To Resort
- Free navettes between Courchevel villages (1300, 1550, 1650, 1850). Three Valleys access.
- Parking
- Underground parking. Village is semi-pedestrian.
- Nearest Airport
- Courchevel Altiport (private jets). Chambéry ~110km. Lyon ~200km.
- Road Conditions
- Road from Moûtiers — well-maintained.
Cost of Living
- Weekly Estimate
- €400–€650/week
- Supermarkets
- Small supermarkets in each village level.
- Eating Out
- €15–€50+. Some of France's most expensive restaurants. Staff eat at employer venues.
Work & Employment
- Local Employers
- Luxury hotels (Palace-rated), Michelin restaurants, chalets, ski schools.
- Extra Opportunities
- Very limited — resort luxury industry focused.
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Lifestyle & Amenities
- Bars & Nightlife
- 1850: La Mangeoire, Kalico, Le Tremplin. Less party-focused than Val Thorens.
- Restaurants & Cafés
- Le Chabichou (Michelin), Le 1947 (Michelin), Bel Air, La Saulire.
- Gyms & Fitness
- Aquamotion (world-class aquatic centre).
- Shops & Services
- Luxury retail (Chanel, Dior), basic services in lower villages.
- Events & Festivals
- Luxury events, fashion shows, gastronomy events.
Healthcare & Safety
- Medical Facilities
- Medical centre in resort.
- Emergency Services
- Pisteurs, gendarmerie.
Community & Culture
- Vibe & Atmosphere
- The service industry capital of the Alps. Working here means serving the ultra-wealthy. Incredible experience, demanding work.
- International Workers
- French, Eastern European, British. Service-oriented workforce.
- Social Life
- Staff community socialises separately from guests. Lower village bars, staff parties.
Climate
- Winter Temperature
- -8°C to 0°C
- Snowfall in Town
- Good snowfall across village levels.
- Summer Appeal
- Some summer activity but much quieter.
Practical Tips for Seasonal Workers
- Best Time to Arrive
- November.
- Community Groups
- Courchevel Saisonniers group.
- Insider Tips
- Courchevel 1650 (Moriond) is where staff life happens — cheaper, more social. Working in luxury hospitality here is a CV goldmine.
Quick Info
Population
2,500 permanent
10,000 in season
Website
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