Log fires and fur throws meld with rich fabrics in energising shades, bathrooms mineral inspired. Families will appreciate the interconnecting rooms and split-level suites which include a separate sleeping cabin for two children. High tech wizardry abounds, each suite having bluetooth speakers plus Mac Mini TVs which allow guests to watch free films and stay in touch via Facebook, Twitter or Pinterest. Culinary delights range from rotisserie to Asian at 2.MILLE.3, while La Laiterie serves enticing fondues and Casa Alta provides mountain-meets-Italian fare.

A vast sun-drenched south facing terrace bar is the place to relive the day’s adventures. Boasting ski-in, ski-out convenience the hotel has its own Extreme Sports Concierge offering ice driving, paragliding and glacier hiking. The ski shop is run by Olympic medallists the Goitschel sisters; a much-lauded spa has indoor-outdoor swimming pool, hammam, igloo, tepidarium and waterfall showers.