Le Kaya is a stylish 4-star eco chalet-hotel in Les Menuires, perched at 1,850 meters in the legendary 3 Vallées ski domain. Combining sleek contemporary design with rustic Savoyard elements — slate, stone, and aged timber beams — the hotel exudes alpine charm while standing out for its pioneering commitment to sustainability.

Carbon-Neutral Hospitality in the Alps

Part of the Temmos hotel group, the first carbon-neutral hotel collection in the Alps, Le Kaya follows a robust carbon reduction and offset program. The building was designed for energy efficiency with triple-glazed windows, thick insulation, and south-facing architecture that captures natural warmth and light.

The hotel runs on 100% renewable electricity sourced from certified hydro and wind power. Heating is supplemented by a district biomass system powered by wood pellets from Les Menuires’ local heating plant, cutting reliance on fossil fuels. Any remaining carbon footprint is offset through a reforestation program in the French Alps, supporting the region’s target of net-zero ski areas by 2037.

Eco-Friendly Guest Experience

Sustainability at Le Kaya is visible in everyday details. Guests receive reusable water bottles and can refill them at filtered water stations, eliminating plastic bottles. Bath amenities come in refillable dispensers, ski gear is available in recycled materials at the in-house shop, and guests can opt out of daily housekeeping to save resources — with donations made to local charities for each skipped cleaning.

The hotel also promotes eco-responsibility on the slopes, lending stainless steel flasks for hot drinks and encouraging reusable pocket warmers to cut down on single-use waste.

Savoyard Gastronomy with a Green Twist

Dining at Le Kaya celebrates local cuisine with sustainability at its core. The panoramic terrace restaurant serves lunches with mountain views, while Le K offers refined Savoyard dinners. Menus emphasize regional sourcing: cheeses from Tarentaise valley farms, free-range meats from Maurienne, and seasonal produce from Rhône-Alpes growers.

Food waste is minimized — buffets have been eliminated in favor of à la carte breakfasts featuring organic eggs, homemade jams, and fair-trade coffee. Surplus bread and pastries are donated to a nearby farm for animal feed, reflecting a closed-loop approach.

Green Transport & Ski Access

Guests are encouraged to travel sustainably. Le Kaya offers complimentary electric shuttles within the resort and partners with a transfer company using electric vans for pickups from Moutiers train station, promoting train travel over driving.

As a ski-in/ski-out hotel in Les Menuires, Le Kaya also educates guests on eco-friendly ski practices, ensuring that enjoying the slopes goes hand-in-hand with protecting them.

Wellness & Energy Recovery

After a day on the mountains, guests unwind in the indoor pool and spa. The pool is heated with recovered energy from the hotel’s boilers, while chlorine use is minimized through UV filtration. Saunas, hammams, and cozy lounge areas add to the sense of sustainable indulgence.

Alpine Luxury with a Light Footprint

With its blend of mountain elegance, renewable energy systems, and eco-conscious practices, Le Kaya demonstrates that luxury and sustainability can thrive together — even at 1,850 meters. Guests enjoy fireside fondue, alpine spa rituals, and Savoyard hospitality with the peace of mind that the breathtaking environment around them is being protected for future generations.