Villars-sur-Ollon Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
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Bring the family for a friendly ski holiday in this sunny village, complete with fine restaurants and spectacular golf.

Discover the village of Villars nestled on the sunny side of the pristine Vaud Alps. Ascend to the mountaintop to ski and see breathtaking views of the peaks beyond.

Also known as Villars-sur-Orlon, Villars combines with its neighboring village Gryon to make one of Switzerland’s great ski resorts, Villars-Gryon. Hop on the train at the base of the mountain in Bex and travel through Gryon, Villars and up to Bretaye, where winter adventures start at 5,900 feet (1,800 metres) elevation. On a clear day, see as far as Lake Geneva.

Skiers of all abilities, particularly beginners, will find runs here to suit. Explore the off-piste areas as well. In total, find almost 78 miles (125 kilometres) of runs including 27 miles (44 kilometres) of trails for cross-country skiing, sledding and winter walking. Let children play and learn at the snow kindergarten. In winter, enjoy the weekly Villars Night Show, with images projected onto the snow. Skilled skiers and snowboarders show off fantastic tricks and pyrotechnics light up the sky. Cross over Le Meilleret to reach Les Diablerets, which has an additional glacier skiing area at nearly 10,000 feet (3,000 metres).

In the summer, enjoy hiking and biking trails. One beloved trail sets out from Col de Bretaye. Pass the lovely blue Lake Chavonnes. Play a round at Golf Club Villars, with breathtaking views of Mont Blanc.

In the village, wander along peaceful streets and try local favourites at one of Villar’s fine restaurants. For decades, children have come to Villars to attend prestigious schools, either through the year or for summer camp, so it has a friendly family atmosphere. The village won a “Families Welcome” tourism award as well as a “Green Snowflake” award for sustainability.

Stay overnight in one of Villars’ traditional chalets and visit one of the growing number of wellness centers when you’ve had enough skiing. Reach the village on a short drive from Geneva, Montreux-Vevey or Lausanne.

VIU Hotel Villars
VIU Hotel Villars
4 out of 5
Avenue Centrale 152, Ollon
The price is ₹17,286 per night from 22 May to 23 May
₹17,286
per night
22 May - 23 May
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Ollon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Roc d'Orsay Gondola and Barboleusaz ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (59 reviews)
"Je suis venue passer une nuitée avec ma copine et nous avez passé un très bon séjour. L’hôtel a du être récemment rénové car les chambres paraissent assez récentes. Le personnel d’accueil est adorable, le spa avec vue sur la vallée est superbe. L’hôtel dispose même d’une salle de jeux avec billard, ..."

Reviewed on 20 May 2024

VIU Hotel Villars
MONA Ex-Eurotel
MONA Ex-Eurotel
4 out of 5
Grand-Rue 81, Montreux, VD
The price is ₹20,461 per night from 3 Jun to 4 Jun
₹20,461
per night
3 Jun - 4 Jun
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Montreux. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"This was a wonderful property. We had a lake view room and it was a very beautiful view. The room was huge! There was a welcome gift when we arrived. This was a more modern hotel with many options (including ice)."

Reviewed on 20 May 2024

MONA Ex-Eurotel
Grand Hotel Suisse Majestic, Autograph Collection
Grand Hotel Suisse Majestic, Autograph Collection
4 out of 5
45 Avenue Des Alpes, Montreux, VD
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹27,702 per night from 21 Jun to 22 Jun
₹27,702
per night
21 Jun - 22 Jun
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Montreux. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (997 reviews)
"From check in to check out, everything was wonderful. This view of the lake from our room was like a postcard! Just beautiful!!"

Reviewed on 16 May 2024

Grand Hotel Suisse Majestic, Autograph Collection
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Garden & City Evian Lugrin
Garden & City Evian Lugrin
3 out of 5
Chemin de chez Tupin, Lugrin, Haute-Savoie
Stay at this 3-star residence in Lugrin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Parc des Jardins de Haute-Savoie and Plage De ...
7.6/10 Good! (465 reviews)
"Loved the view from this property overlooking the lake. Would have like air conditioning. A warning to anyone washing their clothes in the on-site laundry. It automatically dispenses soap and even after washing out clothes a few times after it stank of the soap smell very strongly. It gave my wife ..."

Reviewed on 19 Sep 2023

Garden & City Evian Lugrin
Base Vevey
Base Vevey
4 out of 5
Quai de la Veveyse 8, Vevey
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Vevey. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (121 reviews)
"It great place to stay in,but would be much if they have in house COFFEE AND BAR"

Reviewed on 24 Apr 2024

Base Vevey
Résidence Pierre & Vacances Premium L'Amara
Résidence Pierre & Vacances Premium L'Amara
5 out of 5
Quartier l'Amara Avoriaz 1800, Morzine, Haute-Savoie
Stay at this 5-star luxury residence in Morzine. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and water park access (surcharge). Our guests praise the property condition ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (118 reviews)
"Lovely apartment hotel, set away from Main Street which is very busy and could be noisy. Staff were very helpful, medical centre and ski hire also very easy to access. Stayed in Sveta block and skied straight from boot room. 5min walk to restaurants & grocers. Bonus Spa for down days."

Reviewed on 25 Mar 2024

Résidence Pierre & Vacances Premium L'Amara
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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24 Feb 2019

Villars sur Ollon is a beautiful Swiss Village with pretty shops nice restaurants and a good transport system around the village and up to the ski slopes. Easily accessible by train and bus from Geneva and by car from the UK

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