La Bouitte
La Bouitte (which means ‘little house’ in the local dialect) had humble beginnings. Built in the mid-1970s by René and Marie-Louise Meilleur, it was a mountain restaurant that welcomed skiers and served hearty local dishes such as fondue and raclette. Development of the establishment began in 1984, with the creation of St Martin de Belleville as a ski resort, and the restaurant began the Michelin-starred route in 2003.
It is truly a family business: René is now joined in the kitchen by his son Maxime, accompanied by their wives Marie-Louise and Delphine. In 2005, the small spa ‘La Bela Vya’ was opened, offering traditional Savoyard wellness treatments inspired by nature, followed by the extension in 2016 where guests discover the exclusive range of Meilleur Nature products, made from local alpine plant extracts, the indoor lake, the citrus hammam, the spruce sauna and the steam-heated solan (hay bed).
Possibly the most celebrated of La Bouitte’s qualities is its restaurant, with its beautiful traditional Savoyard décor, its welcoming, warm atmosphere (without the preciousness sometimes found in high-end restaurants), and its renowned cuisine, which often uses everyday ingredients and elevates them with a theatrical twist. There is a good selection of set menus and à la carte dishes; the wine list is exceptional.
Ample uncovered parking is available.
The hotel is offered on room only basis. Breakfast and dinners can be taken at the hotel, paid locally.
La Bouitte offers 15 chalet-style rooms and suites, each bearing a girl’s name; all are very comfortable and individually decorated in traditional rustic-chic Savoyard style with wooden floors and chunky furniture, but with a distinct feminine feel; all are beautifully appointed and offer all contemporary amenities, such as flat-screen satellite TV, telephone, safe, minibar and free wifi.
All rooms and suites have en-suite bath or shower room with WC; most have balcony or terrace. Some are interconnecting and some have a wood burner or fireplace.
Hotel rooms:
Comfort: for 2 guests, except 'Juliette' that can accommodate 3 guests
- 'Juliette' - high ceilings and exposed timberwork. For 2 persons with double bed or twin beds, but can also accommodate a third person on a mezzanine level via a loft ladder providing access to an extra bed. Balcony and mountain views. Shower, WC. Communicating with the Joséphine Room
- 'Léa' - superb exposed timberwork adorning its ceilings. For 2 persons with double bed or twin beds. Terrace and mountain views. Bathtub, WC
- 'Emilie' - recently refurbished room has a story behind it, originally belonging to Maxime. For 2 persons with double bed or twin beds. Mountain views. Bathtub, WC
- 'Agathe' - this room positively exudes cosiness. For 2 persons with double bed or twin beds. Balcony and mountain views. Shower, WC. Communicating lobby with the Célestine Superior Room. Please note, access via staircase
Superior: for 2 guests, except 'Aurélie' that can accommodate 3 guests
- 'Elise' - inviting and cosy bedroom. For 2 persons with double bed or twin beds. Mountain views. Shower, bathtub, WC. Desk. Communicating with the Marie Luxury Suite
- 'Angeline' - recently renovated room is symbolic as it marked the beginning of La Bouitte's hotel adventure in the year 2000. For 2 persons with double bed or twin beds. Balcony and mountain views. Shower, bathtub, WC
- 'Aurélie' - recently renovated room is symbolic as it marked the beginning of La Bouitte's hotel adventure in the year 2000. For 2 persons with double bed or twin beds, but can also accommodate a third person on a mezzanine level via a loft ladder providing access to an extra bed. Mountain views. Shower, bathtub, WC
- 'Célestine' - warm and enticing room. For 2 persons with double bed or twin beds. Mountain views. Shower, bathtub, WC
Junior suites: for 2 guests, except 'Lucie' that can accommodate 5 guests and 'Joséphine' that can accommodate 3-6 guests
- 'Lucie' - over 2 levels. On the first floor is a bedroom with an en-suite bathroom with bathtub. Upstairs, under the eaves, sits a lounge with a sofa bed, shower room and separate WC. For up to 5 persons. Both beds are double beds and then there is an extra bed for fifth person. Mountain views. Communicating lobby with the Léonie Junior Suite
- 'Anais' - iconic living space, once the bedroom of René and Marie-Louise Meilleur and its fully refurbished. For 2 persons with double bed or twin beds. Mountain views. Shower, bathtub, WC. Lounge area, sofa, wood burner. Communicating lobby with the Emilie Comfort Room
- 'Léonie' - step out onto the impressive balcony that runs the length of the suite. For 2 persons with double bed. Balcony and mountain views. Shower, WC. Lounge area, fireplace. Communicating lobby with the Lucie Junior Suite
- 'Joséphine' - captivates with its luminous feel. For 2 persons with double bed or twin beds, but can also accommodate a third person on a mezzanine level via a loft ladder providing access to an extra bed. Balcony and mountain views. Shower, bathtub, WC. And for larger families (up to 6 people), the Joséphine Suite can be interconnected with the Juliette Comfort Room
Luxury suites: for 2-4 guests
- 'Sophie' - boasts a wonderfully cosy feel, nestled under the eaves with its high ceilings and stunning exposed timberwork. For 2-4 persons with double bed or twin beds plus a sofa bed. Shower, bathtub, WC. Balcony and mountain views. Lounge area
- 'Augustine' - for 2-4 persons, the lounge area features a balcony, sofa bed, shower area, WC and its own entrance. A sliding partition separates it from the master bedroom with double bed or twin beds plus en-suite, shower, WC as well as a terrace. Mountain views
- 'Marie' - one of the most striking and exclusive living spaces in La Bouitte. A staircase leads to the bedroom and adjoining lounge. For 2-4 persons with double bed or twin beds. Balcony and mountain views. Shower, bathtub, WC. Lounge area, fireplace, sofa bed. Communicating with the Élise Superior Room
In a few words... This outstanding hotel enjoys an idyllic rural location in the hamlet of Saint Marcel, just 1km from the centre of the village of St Martin de Belleville. La Bouitte fully deserves its hard earned reputation as one of the most welcoming, convivial places to stay in the French Alps.
La Bouitte Prices
Hotel Prices 2025 (Half Board)
For those who prefer to drive to the Alps with their own car we offer special package prices that include a DFDS return ferry crossing with a car on Dover-Calais. If you prefer to make your own travel arrangements we offer prices just for the accommodation.
Find out more about DFDS self-drive option
7 nights Sat-Sat
You can register your interest in this property for Summer 2025, ensuring that we contact you first when prices are available, by giving one of our Alpine specialists a call on 023 9283 9310, emailing reservations@peakretreats.co.uk or by clicking on Request a Quote below.
La Bouitte Prices
Hotel Prices 2026 (Half Board)
For those who prefer to drive to the Alps with their own car we offer special package prices that include a DFDS return ferry crossing with a car on Dover-Calais. If you prefer to make your own travel arrangements we offer prices just for the accommodation.
Find out more about DFDS self-drive option
7 nights Sat-Sat
You can register your interest in this property for Summer 2026, ensuring that we contact you first when prices are available, by giving one of our Alpine specialists a call on 023 9283 9310, emailing reservations@peakretreats.co.uk or by clicking on Request a Quote below.
To pay locally:
- Local tourist tax c.€3.41pp/day (18+ yrs),
- Covered parking €20/day subject to availability,
- Animals accepted at €60/day,
- Breakfast €41/day/adult, €23/day/child 3-10 years.
