Ultima Collection is delighted to reveal the Grand Opening of Ultima Courchevel on Saturday 12th December 2020 for the new 2020-2021 ski season.
The new ultra-luxury resort will be launched with 13 sumptuous chalets complemented by an array of exceptional beauty and wellness amenities in the most sought-after winter destination in the French Alps. The Grand Opening follows the completion in Summer 2020 of the last lot of chalets, 2 world-class spas, an impressive lobby, treatment rooms, a lavish restaurant and ski rooms with direct exclusive access to the slopes, for the utmost privacy away from the crowds.
Occupying a pristine slope-side position at the heart of the world’s finest ski region on the heights of the Tarentaise Valley, Ultima Courchevel will offer the signature luxury services of a five-star resort within the confines of fully serviced private chalets on demand. It will provide guests with a sanctuary from which to enjoy invigorating days on the slopes, followed by rejuvenating and restoring wellness treatments at the spa, and a vibrant après-ski offering. The residences will be available for weekly bookings as well as full-season reservations.
Located in the charming neighbourhood of Belvedere, Ultima Courchevel is spread over 3,700 square metres and consists of 13 private chalets with spectacular views of the valley and the Dent du Villard summit (2,284 metres), all offering an ultra-indulgent luxury experience. Each chalet is home to four or five bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms, sleeping eight to ten adults, ideal for families or groups of friends looking for the privacy and space to relish an ideal post-lockdown escape. Designed as a tranquil retreat in a buzzing destination, the floor-to-ceiling windows and balconies will offer guests the most spectacular views of the verdant alpine landscapes covered in immaculate white snow and fill the chalets with natural light.
Quite possibly a leading feature of the resort, the world-class 350 square metre wellness, beauty and fitness centre at Ultima Courchevel will be for the exclusive use of its residents and provide an oasis of pampering and indulgence. With two spas, an inside/outside swimming pool, a sauna, a hammam, a jacuzzi, and specialist treatment rooms, Ultima Spa will provide the epitome of holistic approaches to beauty and wellbeing. The resort will offer a series of bespoke immersions and programmes with leading wellness experts, ideal for those who want to invest in transformative and meaningful treatments while away from home and recuperate in the fresh air of the French mountains and comfort of the ensconcing Ultima environment.
Ultima Courchevel will also introduce a new restaurant and terrace with scenic views of the mountains. Serving world-class cuisine in the heart of the exclusive ski region, it will provide guests with a convivial and lively atmosphere to spend evenings reminiscing about their days on the slopes. It will be open to non-residents and locals who want to indulge in a gourmet lunch experience with views of the ski slopes or savour a sumptuous dinner with family and friends.
Renowned for its award-winning interior design, Ultima Courchevel will bring together contemporary lines and traditional French chalet architecture in a true Ultima signature fashion. The finest materials have been meticulously selected to create a luxurious and cosy atmosphere to welcome guests in the most expansive and elegant settings. The pinewood blends in perfectly with the Italian nubuck leather. Bronze mantelpieces, chesterfield leather bed headboards and vast white-veined black marble bathrooms are subtly accentuated with colourful signature artwork. As ever, Ultima Collection adds the finest exquisite touches with an expertly curated selection of delicate, rich and textured fabrics to adorn the luxurious designer furniture and linens. At Ultima Courchevel, the home-away-from-home feeling has been refined with awe-inspiring touches of luxury design and comforts.
Each chalet comes fully equipped and is available with all the signature Ultima on-demand luxury services including a 24-hour concierge on hand to arrange every element of the guests’ stay from beginning to end, as well as housekeeping, butler, and private chef for intimate meals in the comfort and opulent setting of the chalet’s private dining room. Located in one of the most accessible ski resorts in the world, guests may travel by car and train, or simply fly to Geneva or Lyon international airports and be picked up in a luxury vehicle. Private jet and helicopter transfers to Courchevel Altiport and Chambéry Aerodrome can also be organised by request for guests expecting extra-privacy and a swift journey.
Located in one of the most elegant and renowned skis resorts, Ultima Courchevel lies at the heart of The Three Valleys (Les Trois Vallées), one of the largest winter ski destinations in the world also including Val Thorens and Méribel. With private ski-in and ski-out access to the slopes, Ultima Courchevel brings the biggest skiing area in the world to guests’ front door: 600km of meticulously maintained slopes, 166 ski lifts, and 35,000 hectares of nature. To take advantage of the beautiful scenery and nature of the Vanoise National Park, the team at Ultima Courchevel will curate unique and authentic experiences on demand for the guests to immerse themselves in the region’s finest offerings. From creating the dream skiing experience for advanced skiers who can spend a full week exploring different slopes every day to organising excursions, and private experiences, the Ultima team will cater to the evolving needs of international guests. Ski guides and instructors will be available by request, providing ski lessons and excursions for all levels, for a first alpine discovery or adrenaline-fuelled outings tumbling down the ski runs after admiring the jaw-dropping view from the Creux Noirs summit (2,700 metres). The resort’s proximity to the Cime Carron glacier (3,200 metres) also makes for an extraordinary skiing expedition to the glacier all year-round, a truly unique alpine experience.
With a long-standing reputation as an exceptional alpine retreat for the world’s most discerning clientele, Courchevel is considered the most exclusive destination within the Three Valleys, catering to both the winter sports fanatics and party-goers who want to enjoy a bustling nightlife. The glitz and glamour found in Courchevel is comparable to that of St Tropez as it attracts those who appreciate the finest things in life, the liveliest après-ski and nightlife as well as the world’s exclusive boutique stores and brands for the most exquisite retail therapy experience after a long day on the slopes.
ABOUT ULTIMA COLLECTION
Ultima Collection is a unique award-winning group of ultra-luxury private villas and residences, a 5-star superior hotel, resort and spas, situated in the most sought-after locations in Europe. Founded in 2016 with the launch of its first property, Ultima Gstaad, the brand’s vision is to disrupt commonplace notions of luxury in the hospitality sector for the next generation of travellers by creating unique experiences in exceptional destinations. Each Ultima Collection property incorporates its own design inspired by and in harmony with the surrounding landscape, yet offers the signature Ultima Collection amenities expected from a five-star palace in the intimacy of a private residence, as well as remarkable services and exceptional guest experiences on demand. Following ambitious developments in 2020, the collection now includes not only ski resorts, but beachside and urban retreats as well, with a portfolio of unique properties in Gstaad, Crans-Montana, Megève, Geneva, Corfu and Courchevel.
