Restaurant L’Espérance – open to all, at the foot of the slopes in Alpe d’Huez

In the heart of the Alpe d’Huez ski resort, just steps from the famous Avenue des Jeux, L’Espérance is a warm and friendly address where skiers and walkers come together.

Here, ski holidays and gastronomy go hand in hand — a traditional mountain restaurant that is both elegant and unpretentious, where shared cuisine echoes the conviviality of alpine life.

Open to all — guests of the Grandes Rousses Hotel & Spa and visitors alike — the restaurant is the ideal meeting point, right by the ski lifts and shuttle stops.

A true reflection of the resort itself: authentic, generous and welcoming.

At L’Espérance, cuisine is a family story — handwritten, slow-cooked with love.

Fresh, local produce, homemade dishes, generous portions: everything is designed to revive the flavors of yesteryear, those aromas that evoke winter Sundays and childhood memories.

Between mountain bistro and bourgeois table, the menu celebrates traditional French cuisine with delicate sophistication.

Refined yet sincere, each dish is made to be shared — alone, as a couple, or among friends.

Here, tradition meets modernity, in a bright and welcoming atmosphere with breathtaking views over the surrounding peaks.

The terrace at L'Espérance offers you something unusual: bubbles, private dining rooms, the promise of intimate dinners under the stars, or large tables for sharing, between sky and mountains. Private hire available for €50, on request.

Designed for families and large tables, L’Espérance proudly bears the Famille Plus label.

Highchairs, games, coloring sets, bottle warmers — everything is prepared to welcome little ones with care.

The service adapts to the rhythm of children, with priority service and a gourmet kids’ menu.

Parents can relax in a bright dining room with panoramic mountain views, while laughter echoes between bites of gratin.

In the heart of Alpe d’Huez, L’Espérance invites residents and visitors alike to rediscover the simple, sincere pleasure of good food.

A restaurant at the foot of the slopes — convivial, elegant, and full of stories to share.

Find us: Entrance via Grandes Rousses Hotel & Spa, 425 Route du Signal, Alpe d’Huez

Opening hours: daily, lunch and dinner, 12:00–14:30 & 19:00–21:30

Reservations: online, by phone, or walk-in depending on availability

Access: ski-in/ski-out in winter, close to shuttles and parking areas

Family-friendly space

Is the restaurant open to non-residents?

Yes, L’Espérance is open to everyone, for lunch and dinner.

Can we have lunch at the foot of the slopes with children?

Absolutely, the restaurant is family-friendly and ideally located.

Do you have children’s menus and highchairs?

Yes, and children are always served with priority.

Should we book during peak season?

Yes, booking is highly recommended during busy periods.

Do you offer vegetarian or allergen-free options?

Yes, several options are available upon request.