Apartments in Briançon & Serre Chevalier — Self-Catered Rentals
Self-catered apartments are the most popular accommodation type in Serre Chevalier, offering flexibility and significant savings on food costs for families and groups. Prices start at €80/night for a studio apartment in Briançon town and range to €250/night for a 4-6 person apartment near the lifts in Chantemerle or Villeneuve. Large-capacity options and purpose-built apartment complexes are the standard offering.
Apartment Types
- Studio (1-2 people) is from €80/night with limited kitchen facilities.
- 1-bedroom (2-4 people) is from €100/night with a proper kitchen.
- 2-bedroom (4-6 people) is from €130/night and the most popular family choice.
- 3-bedroom (6-8 people) is from €180/night and good for groups.
- Duplex/mezzanine is a popular ski apartment format with a sleeping loft over the living area.
Best Apartment Complexes
- Résidence Maeva Chantemerle (website · Booking.com · Expedia) is under 400m from the Chantemerle commercial centre and 500m from the slopes, with studios to family-sized apartments.
- Multiple independent apartment complexes are found near the Aravet gondola in Villeneuve, ranging from budget studios to larger family units.
- Multiple independent apartments are available across all villages via Airbnb and direct owners.
Self-Catering Savings
- Breakfast at home instead of a café saves €15-€30 per person per morning.
- A family of 4 cooking dinner 4 nights instead of eating out saves €200-€400 per week.
- Total self-catering savings for a family of 4 versus full restaurant meals is €400-€600/week.
- Supermarkets are in Chantemerle (Centre Commercial), Villeneuve, and Briançon town.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are self-catered apartments good value in Briançon?
Yes. Self-catered apartments are the best-value accommodation option in Serre Chevalier, particularly for families and groups. The cost savings from cooking your own meals (€400–€600 per family per week) significantly outweigh the higher per-night cost of a hotel.
Places to Stay in Briançon and Serre Chevalier
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