REFUGE- GITE Le Pas de l'Ane
In Arsine, this mountain chalet combines a restaurant, garden and terrace. Its rooms offer views of the peaks and welcome hikers, skiers and cyclists.
REFUGE- GITE Le Pas de l'Ane is a chalet in Arsine, in the commune of Villar-dʼArêne, with a restaurant and mountain views. It welcomes travellers in an Alpine setting suited to family stays and breaks focused on hiking, skiing or cycling.
The rooms come in several configurations, from doubles to quadruples, as well as a triple room with a shared bathroom. Some have a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV or a balcony; several overlook the garden and the surrounding mountains. The chalet also has a garden, a terrace, a shared lounge and a games room. The restaurant, bar and snack bar offer different places to take a break, while continental, buffet and gluten-free breakfasts are served on site. Free public parking is available on site, and Wi-Fi is accessible throughout the property. The ski pass sales point and ski storage round out the facilities for mountain stays.
Highlights
Room types
The rooms accommodate two to four people, with double, triple and quadruple configurations. Most have a private bathroom; the Economy Triple Room shares a bathroom. Several rooms overlook the garden and mountains, and some have a flat-screen TV. Room sizes range from 10 to 20 m².
The Double Room with Balcony also has a bathtub, while one Quadruple Room has a terrace. Another Quadruple Room offers a garden view and a flat-screen TV; its sleeping arrangements combine single beds and a very large double bed, or four single beds. The Standard Double Room has a seating area and overlooks the garden. Room amenities include a hairdryer and toiletries. Bedding options include single beds, bunk beds and double beds.
Double or Twin Room with Mountain View
- Mountain view
- Private bathroom
- Flat-screen TV
At 10 m², this Double or Twin Room is the most compact category with a private bathroom. It overlooks the garden and mountains and has a flat-screen TV. You can choose between two single beds and one large double bed.
Quadruple Room with Mountain View
- Terrace
- Private bathroom
- Flat-screen TV
This 20 m² room accommodates four people and stands out for its terrace. It has a private bathroom with a shower or bath. It overlooks the garden and mountains, and a flat-screen TV completes the facilities in this family room.
Standard Double Room
- Seating area
- Garden view
- Heating
This 15 m² room combines a private bathroom with a garden view. Its seating area sets it apart, giving you a place to relax indoors, along with parquet flooring and heating. It accommodates two people, with either two single beds or one large double bed.
Quadruple Room
- Private bathroom
- Flat-screen TV
- Garden view
This 20 m² Quadruple Room accommodates up to four people. It has a private bathroom and a flat-screen TV, and overlooks the garden and mountains. You can choose between an extra-large double bed with two single beds or four single beds.
Economy Triple Room with Shared Bathroom
- Shared toilet
- Mountain view
- Carpeted
This 16 m² room accommodates three people in three single beds. Its distinguishing feature is its shared bathroom, unlike the categories with private bathrooms. It offers views of the garden and mountains and has carpeted flooring and heating.
Double Room with Mountain View
- Balcony
- Mountain view
- Sofa
At 20 m², this Double Room stands out for its balcony and extra-large double bed. It has a private bathroom with a bathtub and offers views of the garden and mountains. A sofa completes the indoor space for a stay for two.
Hotel facilities & services
The restaurant, bar and snack bar offer places to enjoy a meal or take a break on site. Coffee is also available, along with packed lunches, fruit and children's menus. Breakfast can be served in your room; special diet menus are available on request. A selection of wines and champagnes rounds out the dining options.
Outside, the garden, terraces and picnic area offer several spaces to enjoy the scenery. The shared lounge and games room provide places to relax indoors. Activities during your stay can include hiking, cycling, skiing, fishing and table tennis. Ski-to-door access, ski storage, a ski school and ski pass sales make days on the slopes easier. Free public parking is available on site, and free Wi-Fi covers the entire property.
Great for your stay
- Free parking
- Parking
- Free Wi-Fi
- Picnic area
- Restaurant
- View
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Family rooms
- Washing machine
General facilities
- Picnic area
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun terrace
- Terrace
- Garden
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Games room
- Parasols
- Sun loungers or beach chairs
- Open-air bath
- Sports events broadcast
- Walking tours
- Ski-to-door access
- Ski pass sales
- Ski school
Parking
- Street parking
Food & drink
- Coffee shop on site
- Fruit
- Wine/champagne
- Children's menus
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Snack bar
- Packed lunches
- Breakfast in the room
- Bar
- Restaurant
Media & technology
- Internet
Room amenities
- High chair
- Cleaning products
- Tumble dryer
- Washing machine
- Bed linen
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Shower or bath
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Seating area
- Socket near the bed
- Landmark view
- Mountain view
Location & what to see
Arsine belongs to the Alpine commune of Villar-dʼArêne, in the Hautes-Alpes, amid the landscapes of the Écrins massif. Mountain hamlets, meadows and peaks make up an area geared towards outdoor activities. The Col du Lautaret road links this valley to high-altitude scenery and neighbouring villages. The area suits travellers looking for trails, views and a stay shaped by the seasons rather than urban sightseeing.
The village of Villar-dʼArêne is 2.5 km away. You can explore its mountain village centre and the Church of Saint-Martin, while the Chapel of the Penitents reflects the local heritage. The Lautaret Alpine Botanical Garden, 3 km away, brings together mountain plants at a site devoted to Alpine flora. The Meije Waterfall, 4.8 km away, offers an outing among mountain and water scenery. Écrins National Park surrounds the area, with hiking routes through Alpine landscapes. La Grave and the La Meije ski area also attract mountain and skiing enthusiasts.
In summer, trails offer day hikes on routes suited to different levels, with views of the peaks. The botanical garden makes a good additional outing, particularly during the flowering season. In winter, skiing and snow activities take over; conditions vary with altitude and season. In spring and autumn, changing light and colours give walks a different feel. A car makes it easier to travel between the hamlets, trailheads and sites around the valley.
What guests say
Travellers particularly appreciate the location and the staff. Cleanliness and value for money also receive good ratings.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a night at REFUGE- GITE Le Pas de l'Ane cost?
Rates at REFUGE- GITE Le Pas de l'Ane vary depending on the season, room and dates of your stay. You can check rates and availability for your dates.
How do you get to REFUGE- GITE Le Pas de l'Ane?
The chalet is in Arsine, in the commune of Villar-dʼArêne, in the Hautes-Alpes. Grenoble-Alpes-Isère Airport is 127 km away. You can reach the address by road; free public parking is available on site. A car is useful for travelling between the hamlets, villages and trailheads in the valley.
What is there to see around REFUGE- GITE Le Pas de l'Ane?
The village of Villar-d'Arêne and the Church of Saint-Martin are both 2.5 km away. The Lautaret Alpine Botanical Garden is 3.0 km away and showcases mountain flora. The Meije Waterfall is 4.8 km away, while the L'Âne viewpoint is 1.6 km away. These sights let you alternate between exploring local heritage and outings in Alpine landscapes.
What breakfast is available at REFUGE- GITE Le Pas de l'Ane?
REFUGE- GITE Le Pas de l'Ane serves continental, buffet and gluten-free breakfasts. Breakfast can also be served in your room. The on-site restaurant and coffee shop offer further dining options, including children's menus and special diet menus on request.
What rooms does REFUGE- GITE Le Pas de l'Ane offer families?
REFUGE- GITE Le Pas de l'Ane offers 20 m² Quadruple Rooms, as well as a 16 m² Economy Triple Room with a shared bathroom. The Quadruple Rooms have different bed configurations; one has a terrace. Shared facilities include a games room and outdoor games.
What time can you arrive at REFUGE- GITE Le Pas de l'Ane?
Check-in at REFUGE- GITE Le Pas de l'Ane is between 16:30 and 19:00, and check-out is between 01:00 and 09:30. Guests must let the property know their arrival time in advance. Quiet hours are from 22:00 to 07:00.
What activities can you enjoy near REFUGE- GITE Le Pas de l'Ane?
REFUGE- GITE Le Pas de l'Ane is in an area suited to hiking, skiing and cycling. Facilities include ski storage, a ski school and ski pass sales. Table tennis, fishing and walking tours are also among the activities available nearby.
