Hôtel Ecureuil

The rooms at Hôtel Ecureuil have a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV and a safe. They accommodate two people, subject to each room type’s maximum capacity. Several rooms have mountain views; some also overlook the river. Room sizes range from 14 to 40 m², with options from a double room to a family suite.

The main differences between room types are space, a balcony and the beds. The Family Room has a balcony and bunk beds as well as a double bed. The Family Suite comprises two separate bedrooms, a living room, a balcony and a spa bath; it also has a coffee machine. Other rooms stand out for their bathtub, river view or balcony with mountain views. Bathroom amenities include toiletries and a hairdryer.

Hôtel Ecureuil has a restaurant and a bar. The restaurant serves children’s meals and special diet menus on request. Breakfast is served as a continental or buffet spread. A terrace and a sun terrace provide places to sit outdoors. Guests can store their belongings in the luggage room, and daily housekeeping is provided.

The ski storage caters to guests on winter sports breaks. Hiking and cycling are also among the activities available in the surrounding area. Rooms have a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV and amenities such as a hairdryer, a desk and a safe. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property. Private parking is available by reservation for €18 per day; street parking is also listed. The hotel allows pets on request, and an additional charge may apply.

Vars is a mountain resort in the Hautes-Alpes, in the Southern Alps. The village and its hamlets are spread across a landscape of forests, peaks and alpine valleys. In winter, the ski area attracts winter sports enthusiasts; in warmer weather, mountain paths and roads are suited to hiking and cycling. The atmosphere changes with the seasons, from lively days on the slopes to quieter excursions in the high-altitude scenery.

The Escondus and Claux ski lifts are about 290 m from the hotel, while the Centre lift is 300 m away. The area provides access to the Vars slopes, while the Practice du Golf offers another activity when conditions are suitable. The Queyras Regional Natural Park and Écrins National Park offer protected landscapes, hiking routes and alpine views. Montdauphin-Guillestre railway station is 12 km away; a car can be useful for exploring the surrounding area and reaching different hiking trailheads.

In winter, you can plan a day around skiing, with a break in the village before heading back to the slopes. In spring and summer, walks let you discover the hamlets and surrounding terrain, while autumn brings changing colours to the forests. Mountain conditions can change quickly, so bring clothing suited to the altitude and choose your outings according to the season. Vars suits travellers who want to combine outdoor activities, relaxation and discovery of the Southern Alps.