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Morzine Ratings

Overall: 4.5. Based on 79 votes and 114 reviews. Vote

Snowsure: 4.1

(1) Occasionally gets enough snow for skiing, (2) is often closed due to a lack of snow, (3) occasionally suffers from a lack of snow, (4) rarely suffers from a lack of snow, (5) Morzine is snowsure even in the poorest seasons.

Variety of pistes: 4.8

(1) The ski runs are featureless and unvaried, (3) the ski runs are varied but not extensive enough for a week, (5) Morzine has diverse and interesting pistes including forests and high alpine terrain.

Off-piste: 4.3

(1) No off-piste worth mentioning, (2) off piste is out-of-bounds, (3) some varied offpiste that stays fresh for one or two days, (5) a vast array of off-piste routes that can stay untracked for several days.

Scenery: 4.7

(1) An ugly resort in a bland setting, (3) average mountain views and resort, (5) a spectacular setting and a beautiful / historic resort town.

Access: 4.7

(1) At least one overnight stop, (2) requires a whole day, (3) requires more than half a day – you may have time for a few turns (4) arrive by lunchtime and ski all afternoon, (5) there is a main airport within an hour of Morzine.

Public Transport: 4.3

(1) There are no buses or taxis to Morzine, (3) there are slow or infrequent buses / trains available, (5) getting to the resort is easy with frequent bus / train connections.

Accommodation: 4.8

(1) No places to stay in/near Morzine, (3) a few places to stay in the resort, (5) a wide variety of accommodation suitable to suit all budgets.

Cheap Rooms: 4.0

(1) No budget accommodation available, (3) just one or two hostels so book ahead, (5) several cheap hostels and pensions available.

Luxury Hotels: 4.4

(1) No luxury accommodation available, (3) just one or two luxury hotels so book ahead, (5) several up-market hotels in Morzine.

Ski in/Ski out: 4.2

(1) The ski area is located far from any accommodation, (3) a free ski bus takes you to the ski area in a short trip, (5) Ski-in ski-out accommodation is available.

Childcare: 4.5

(1) There are no child care facilities at Morzine, (5) the resort has excellent child-care facilities including at least one reasonably priced creche.

Snowmaking: 4.4

(1) Morzine relies entirely on natural snow, (3) there are just a few snow cannons, (5) there are snowmaking facilities on all pistes.

Snow Grooming: 4.8

(1) There are no snow groomers at Morzine, (3) occasionally some pistes are left ungroomed and in a poor state, (5) all the runs at Morzine are groomed daily.

Shelter: 4.4

(1) there is nowhere to ski when it is windy or visibility is bad and lifts often shut, (3) there are some trees for poor visibility but main lifts sometimes close, (5) Morzine is mostly in forest where you can ski in flat-light and windy days, lifts rarely close.

Nearby options: 4.7

(1) If snow conditions are poor at Morzine, it will be poor everywhere nearby, (3) there are good alternatives within an hours drive, (5) other locations on the same lift pass provide a rich variety of snowsure ski conditions.

Regional rating: 4.2

(1) Morzine usually has poor snow conditions compared to other resorts in region, (3) has average conditions for the region, (5) usually has the best snow conditions in the region.

Lift Staff: 4.6

(1) The staff at Morzine are rude or unhelpful, (5) lift staff at Morzine are pleasant, cheerful and eager to help.

Crowds/Queues: 4.0

(1) the resort is always busy and there are usually long lift queues, (3) it is quiet apart from occasional weekends and school holidays, (5) it is uncrowded and lift queues are very rare.

Ski Schools: 4.9

(1) No ski schools available, (2) one or two ski schools but local language only, (3) a few ski schools but book early for multi-lingual instructors, (4) plenty of ski schools and multi-lingual instructors available, (5) excellent ski schools with friendly multi-lingual ski instructors.

Hire and Repairs: 4.9

(1) Nothing can be sourced, not even ski-wax or ptex. (3) there are some ski shops but rentals need to be booked in advance, (5) good quality ski equipment can be purchased or hired and overnight repairs are possible.

Beginners: 4.7

(1) Beginners can only watch others ski and snowboard, (3) a few gentle slopes but beginners will get bored in less than a week, (3) Vast areas of gentle terrain.

Intermediates: 4.9

(1) No intermediate terrain at Morzine, (3) intermediate skiers will get bored after a few days, (5) vast areas of cruising runs.

Advanced: 4.5

(1) Nothing for advanced skiers and snowboarders, (3) enough steep terrain for a few days with some good offpiste, (5) Enough steep terrain and offpiste areas to entertain advanced skiers for at least a week.

Snow Park: 4.4

(1) Not even a kicker at Morzine, (3) average sized park quite well looked after, (5) huge park area and expertly crafted pipes, jumps and boardercross trails.

Cross-country: 4.2

(1) There is nowhere to go for cross-country skiing around Morzine, (3) there are some cross country trails available, (5) the area features many spectacular and well maintained cross-country trails.

Luge/Toboggan: 3.8

(1) No designated luge or toboggan runs, (3) there are toboggan runs that open quite often, (5) Morzine has long and well maintained luge / toboggan facilities suitable for all ages.

Mountain Dining: 4.7

(1) Nowhere to buy food by the pistes, (3) some places to eat up on the mountain but they are often busy and expensive, (5) there is a variety of excellent mountain eateries right next to the slopes to suit all budgets.

Eating: 4.8

(1) Bring your own food, there isn't even a shop. (5) A wide variety of places to eat and drink in the resort, from fast food to fancy restaurants.

Apres-Ski: 4.7

(1) Nothing to do, not even a bar, (3) there are a few bars in the resort but nothing special, (5) clubs and bars stay open until very late and have a friendly atmosphere.

Other Sports: 4.7

(1) No sports facilities at all apart from ski lifts, (3) resort has just a small public swimming pool, (5) resort has all kinds of sports facilities, including a full-size swimming pool.

Entertainment: 4.4

(1) Besides the snow and walking there is nothing to do here, (3) the non-skier will find things to do for few days but may become bored after a week, (5) the resort area is a fascinating place to visit, regardless of winter sports.

Winter Walks: 4.6

(1) Very limited walking and no snowshoe trails, (3) a couple of designated scenic walking/snowshoe trails, (5) extensive and diverse winter walking trails for all abilities.

Ski Pass Value: 4.4

(1) A 1 week ski pass is overpriced compared to the number of lifts available, (3) the ski pass is averagely priced and covers a reasonable number of lifts, (5) ski passes are excellent value for money and cover a lot of lifts spanning a big area.

Value (National): 4.4

(1) Overall, Morzine is one of the most expensive ski resorts in the country and not worth the money, (3) overall represents average value for money, (5) overall offers the best value resort in the country.

Value (Global): 4.5

(1) Overall, Morzine is one of the most expensive ski resorts in the world, (3) overall it offers pretty average value for money compared to resorts from other countries, (5) internationally the resort offers excellent value for money.

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November 25, 2019
Shelly from Ski United Kingdom United Kingdom
Been coming to Morzine and PDS skiing for many years. Morzine is a living mountain town in and out of season so no apologies for being more real than tourist-only ski resorts. A big enough town to wander about and find what suits you according to your age and stage of ski holidays. For us, now our children are adults, it’s about cruising over a few valleys for lunch. Mountain restaurants are everywhere, and what’s not to like about a fabulous view and a tartiflette lunch? If you think expensive then you haven’t been to the 3 valleys or Chamonix recently! The great advantages of being UK orientated with many UK people living there is the great choice of ski schools for adults and kids, and there’s always someone who can chat to you in the bar! Read More
September 21, 2019
Chris W from Ski United Kingdom United Kingdom
Been skiing a while but oddly never in PDS. But I had friends going so drove to meet them for a few days. SOOO disappointed! The skiing/altitude is what it is and you can always find something good and we were blessed with great snow. But the town itself was a real let down, bit grotty, spread out and full of grizzly middle aged men reliving their youth and worse, pathetically trying to ‘pull’. Overpriced, low quality tourist trap milking it’s proximity to GVA for weekenders. Left early. Read More
January 29, 2018
Richard from Ski United Kingdom United Kingdom
Morzine is low altitude but pretty. Moderate priced compared to other French resorts. More expensive than Austria and Italy. Lots of moderately sloped blues and even the reds aren't very red. Not a heck of a lot of off-piste. Be prepared to do a bit of walking if you aren't near the lifts, and to be fair, most accommodation is a hike. Very easy transfer from Geneva. If renting kit, try and leave it at the rental shop if near the lifts. If taking your own, then bribe a shop to keep your kit! Supermorzine telecabine is not very super, 6 seater and tired. Avoriaz is good for altitude but horrendously unpretty, despite sticking wood onto the concrete buildings. All in all, morzine is fine and pretty, but not very snowy. Thank god for artificial snow cannons. Read More
January 14, 2017
Daniel from Ski United Kingdom United Kingdom
I have skied all over the Alps and keep returning to Morzine and the PDS. Pros Massive and varied ski area. One of the best. Never need to ski the same run twice! All levels catered for inc snow parks. Lots of villages to visit. Tree lined skiing. High altitude skiing available. Modern lifts & no lift queues. Pretty bustling town. Way cheaper than many French resorts. Short transfer from Geneva. Cons It is low but there is high skiing available from Avoriaz. Short season due to altitude. Lift links from Morzine to Avoriaz are a pain. Easy alternative is to bus to Le Prodains and use the new super fast gondola (or just stay at the brilliant Le Prodains hotel). One of the best. Read More
December 07, 2015
Andy from Ski United Kingdom United Kingdom
Hey Heidi, I'd say get whole region for all of you. A) price difference is not huge, assuming you go at least one day to PDS with whole family, the difference 5 days is the cost of a one day pass, B) at that time of year snow can be a gamble and you'll always get better snow higher up in Avoriaz (PDS). Also crossing from Morzine to PDS region can be a bit of a trek (lifts, etc) so keep that in mind if you venture off and need to be back for a certain time. Hope this helps! Read More
December 02, 2015
Heidi Horner from Ski United Kingdom United Kingdom
Skiing with children who have never skied before in Morzine over New Year! Do I get us all a full PDS pass or just for my husband and I whilst they are in ski school? Or would my children benefit from the full pass too? My children are 14 and 9! Help? [note from the editor: this post will remain in place for a short time. You may like to use our Facebook page : http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=14456580724 I do hope your questions are answered.] Read More
March 21, 2015
jason from Ski United Kingdom United Kingdom
Just returned from Morzine; why on earth would anyone go there at this time of year? The snow was nonexistent and it was very expensive : 10euro for a beer! And the restaurant staff were rude. I will stick to Switzerland from now on.
March 05, 2015
Jason from Ski Australia Australia
G'day, I stumbled across the PDS region back in '96 whilst back packing with my wife. We were able to stay for that season and you could not remove the smile on my face the whole time we were there, actually, I still have a smile just thinking about it. Since then we have been able to return several times, another full season and several family holidays with our young children. As a whole resort, I am impressed with the variety of skiing that is provided. I was lucky enough to be guided by a local who had lived there all their life. It is a very big skiing area and to say that it is mainly easy runs would not be true. The variety of "off-piste" is endless and the way that the French allow you "at your own risk" to explore these areas is great. I've been able to ski quite a few places around the world and I would say it's a friendly place with vast areas, accessibility and good facilities; it's right up there with the best. My time there, to date, has been great and my young children now enjoy it also. Unfortunately, it takes us a long time to get there from OZ. All in all, it's a great place to have fun in the snow. Read More
February 22, 2015
cassie from Ski United Kingdom United Kingdom
Have skied several times in Morzine/Les Gets and really can't see why anyone would describe it as sleazy; more a sweet, friendly French town with bars and restaurants for all tastes and ages. Its proximity to Geneva and easy and plentiful transfers make it a great place for a weekend. Sure it's low but you know that before you go. We have had fabulous snow there and the access to Avoriaz and the PDS is fine; never had a problem with the ski bus system either! Outside peak weeks the lifts are fine. To each their own. Found Megeve very pretty but very overpriced with very few French people and the skiing just didn't compare with the PDS. Read More
February 19, 2015
Jason from Ski United Kingdom United Kingdom
Morzine is one of my favourite resorts. The riding is not too demanding and the resort is at a relatively low altitude, which can lead to some slushy or icy patches near the bottom of the hill. But thousands of people go to Morzine every year because it's fun! Easy? Maybe... Cheesy? Definitely... Sleazy? No... Morzine is a fun town and makes no bones about it. The après is half the holiday to most riders..and Morzine delivers. The accessibility of the ski area in Morzine/ Les Gets, let alone the PDS, is hard to beat. The après-ski 'Crack' is probably the best in France. Read More

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