Hôtel Hameau Albert 1er

It is always a privilege to enjoy a town as beautiful as Chamonix but the staff at Albert 1er really made our trip. The grounds, room, and amenities are lovely. The shower is the best! The traditional restaurant is delicious (show up hungry!). A special thank you to the front desk staff who assisted us during an unfortunate medical emergency. They called and made 2 doctors appointments, got us in with 0 wait, and took us in the shuttle (the gentleman even helped my mom to and from the car as she was having trouble walking). Hospitality is of course their business but the level of genuine care they showed us far surpassed any hospitality I've experienced. They literally saved our entire vacation by helping us access the proper care. This hotel is fantastic and the staff are truly superb!

Spent an amazing gastronomic evening at the Albert 1er with a friend. Where to start? We took a the three course dégustation menu and single glasses of different wines. Each course and specially the in-between the courses dishes, where not only creative, but often served in two different variations. For instance, the langoustine tail once whole and lightly roasted, and then as a tartare. Everything perfectly prepared, and served in elegant plates, or boxes, or boards, or... Can't remember them all. Service was clearly at a higher level. Friendly, attentionate, anticipating our wishes, and yet not stiff at all. Sharing much knowledge, about cheese, about spirits (Chartreuse). The bill was naturally high, but to be expected in such a place and in Chamonix. Nothing out of bounds. Plan enough time and enough appetite. The menu seems to evolve regularly, so go for discovery, not to re-live something described by a previous guest. Thanks to the staff in the dining room and in the kitchen!