Araucaria Hotel and Spa, Plagne Centre
A charming alpine hotel right on the slopes with spa facilities
Ideally located in the sporty and family oriented ski-resort of Plagne-Centre, right in the heart of the vast Paradiski area, this hotel and spa has been fully refurbished to a high standard.
Following its recent upgrade, the hotel has a stylish new interior that blends raw materials and soft textures to create a warm, chic atmosphere, perfect for having fun and relaxing with friends or family.
There are 84 redesigned rooms in the classic, superior or family category. The cocktail bar in the centre of the hotel lobby makes an eye catching first impression and younger guests will love the dedicated children's play area.
The new 450m² spa by Nuxe will amaze with its indoor swimming pool, four treatment massage and cocooning cabins, sauna, tepidarium, and the treasure island designed especially for kids.
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The Bar
The newly revamped bar area offers a range of delicious cocktails and a wide selection of quality spirits. It is perfect for a civilised apres-ski, often featuring DJ sets or live concerts. There is also a fun play area for children and arcade games and table football for the big kids!
The Restaurant
The restaurant has a chic and friendly atmosphere and features themed buffets in a style reminiscent of the French covered markets.
Things to do nearby
Things To Do in Aime La Plagne
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Taxi Ski Service
State-of-the-art Taxi Ski chair makes the slopes accessible to everyone
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Moonbike adventures
Feel the need… the need for speed? These electric snow bikes are three times lighter than a snowmobile, whisper-quiet and seriously powerful - a ride you won’t want to miss.
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Snow Panthers Activity Company, La Plagne Centre
Your chance to enjoy the mountains after the slopes have closed whilst on your very own skidoo.
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Salle Omnisports, Plagne Centre
Situated in the heart of Plagne Centre, near the shops, just steps from one of the free shuttle stops, its location makes it particularly easy to access regardless of where you are staying.
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Super Tyro Zip Line, Aime La Plagne
If you love speed and adrenaline, you will love this zip line that runs for over 600m and reaches speeds of 90 km/h!
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Patinoire (ice rink), La Plagne - Centre
Outdoor ice skating fun for all the family in the resort of Plagne centre
Restaurants nearby
Restaurants in Aime La Plagne
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La Cantine Plagne 1800 Restaurant
Pizza is the main choice on the menu here, and they come freshly made to order with a thin and crispy base and a wide choice of tasty toppings.
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Araucaria Restaurant
This delightful hotel restaurant serves creative cuisine, blending French gastronomy and Savoyard tradition.
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Les Cocottes Restaurant
Whether you fancy morning coffee, lunch with friends, a quick snack with the kids or a dinner for two, the friendly staff at this restaurant will be there to welcome you.
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L'Arlequin Restaurant
Their wide ranging menu offers a great range of pizzas and local Savoyard specialities like raclette, fondue and tartiflette.
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Le Plante de Baton Restaurant
You can reach this restaurant on skis or on foot.
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La Marmotte Qui Fume Restaurant
Favoured one of the best restaurants in the Aime 2000 gallery, it's a great location for dinner if you're staying locally. Elevated in the resort, enjoy excellent sunset views over the mountains and valley below as you eat.
Nightlife nearby
Bars & Clubs in Aime La Plagne
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La Mine Bar
Located in the heart of Plagne 1800, La Mine is the popular pub for après-ski and evenings with amazing live music and a large selection of beers, ciders and wines.
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Araucaria Bar, La Plagne Centre
At the heart of the large lobby, take a seat around the impressive oak and marble bar.
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Le Luna Bar, Plagne Centre
Rustic-style pub and bar serving a host of spirits, wines and beers for you to enjoy.
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Igloo Igloo Bar, La Plagne Centre
This funky little igloo-themed bar is a favourite with locals and visitors alike with live music and DJs every night of the week.
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Vins & Un, Aime La Plagne
Small but full of charm, you enjoy a glass of something from their extensive wine list in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.
Sights nearby
Sights in La Plagne
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Archaeological Museum
The exhibits in this museum range from the Neolithic all the way to the present day.
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Grottes des Glaces
In the Chiaupe glacier at the top of Bellecôte (3,417m), an ice cave has been dug every winter since 2005.
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Vanoise National Park
The Vanoise National Park is one of the highlights of the Tarentaise region.
Lifts/Pistes nearby
Ski Lifts/Areas & Skipass Offices in La Plagne
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Plagne Centre Ski Pass Office
Located in the centre of the Centre Commercial in Plagne Centre next to the ESF office is the lift pass office.
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Plagne 1800 Ski Pass Office
In La Plagne 1800 you will find this lift pass office next to the Chez Mer Grand restaurant.
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Plagne Villages Ski Pass Office
Located at the bottom of the pistes near to the Teleski de la Chevrette.
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Aime La Plagne Lift Pass Office
Located just inside the centre commercial next to the Telemetro entrance and close to intersport.
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Plagne Soleil Ski Pass Office
Inside the Place Centrale and Centre Commercial in Plagne Soleil is the Lift pass office.
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Belle Plagne Ski Pass Office
Locetd in the centre commercial in Belle Plagne and opposite the Vers Bellecote cable car you will find the lift pass office.
Towns nearby
Towns & Villages in La Plagne
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Plagne Centre
When it comes to Plagne Centre, the clue is in the name – if you want to be at the centre of the La Plagne universe, Plagne Centre is where it’s at.
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Aime La Plagne - Aime 2000
Aime La Plagne - Aime 2000 is dominated by a gigantic pointy-topped building, which, built to emulate the surrounding mountain peaks, is for better or worse one of La Plagne’s most recognisable landmarks. It's packed with self-catering apartments whilst the ground floor consists of shops, conveniences, bars and restaurants. There is a Spar, tabac, souvenir and clothing shops, speciality cheese and meat stalls as well as plenty of ski hire, service shops and ski schools.
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Plagne 1800
Plagne 1800 is one of the prettiest villages of La Plagne affording the onlooker a traditional vista of wooden snow-topped chalets clustered about a few steep turns of la Plagne’s hairpin road.
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Plagne Soleil and Plagne Villages
Plagne Villages and Plagne Soleil are La Plagne’s two smallest villages but rival Belle Plagne for the honour of highest, they are situated a hop up from Plagne Centre at the dizzying snow sure heights of 2,050m which makes for stunning views out across the valley to Mont Blanc.
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Bellecôte
Plagne Bellecôte is linked via a shuttle bus to Plagne Centre and 1800 and by bubble to Belle Plagne. It's packed with accommodation, restaurants, shops, activities and events Plagne Bellecôte rivals Plagne Centre as the hub of the whole resort scene.
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Belle Plagne
The largest of the three high altitude villages in La Plagne is Belle Plagne, situated at 2,050m. It is also one of the most attractive places to stay. Pedestrianised in the centre and made up of traditional wood, stone and slate buildings Belle Plagne will give you a real feeling of being immersed in the mountains.