Chalet Aigle Royal, Tignes Le Lac, France

We stayed at the Chalet Aigle Royal in December 2009. This was our first chalet holiday and certainly won't be our last as the whole experience was fantastic. The accommodation was of an excellent standard and very well maintained with good access to the slopes (50m walk and the ability to ski back to the front door). The chalet's spa facilities were spotless and a great place to relax after a long day on the slopes. The staff were attentive, friendly and knowledgeable and the catering was also to a very high standard. The highlight of the week (aside from the skiing) was the resort rep who seemed to know everyone in the resort and seemingly could sort out anything for you. I have already recommended Iglu Ski to friends and family and hope to use them again in future.

Apres Ski: 5/5

Matthew Collins

We made a late booking for the Chalet Aigle Royal in January 2011. After a delayed flight and a slow exit from Grenoble Airport, we arrived at the Aigle Royal tired and grumpy, but were soon cheered by the warmth of our welcome at the Chalet Royal. The first meal of the week set the standard. Delicous, professionally prepared four course meals emerged from the kitchen with smooth and speedy service. With pre-dinner aperitifs and canapes, and a choice of two red and two white wines every night, we realised that this was definitely a cut above most of the chalets we had stayed in before. Our chef and two chalet hosts were attentive and friendly throughout the week, as was the rep who called every evening to make sure that we were happy and that all our needs were met. Our en suite room, though advertised as having a "sloping ceiling" was vast and comfortable. The chalet had direct access to the pistes, invloving a short climb up a slope, with the return at the end of the day being equally easy. What's more, after a full day's skiing, followed by tea and cake, we could wallow in the hot tub outside, admiring the night sky as we sipped the first beer of the evening. With the added bonuses of a sauna, steam room and heated boot racks, this chalet deserves its regal name. We'll be back next year.

Apres Ski: 3/5

Sue Ditchfield