For a French ski resort our room (B+ room) was big and included a separate lounge area with flat screen TV with balconey over looking the mountains (4th floor). You are always going to have people enjoying themselves in a sky resort and yes with the balcony patio door open the noise levels were noticeable in the evenings but not loud enough at the back of the hotel to bother anyone (you can always close the door).
We stayed half board and were impressed at the creativity and the use of seasonal produce, variety of ingredients (salsify Froie Gras, Sea Bass, Frogs Legs, Scallops) all very rich food and to some people could be perceived a little too rich for their palate. Deserts never failed to disappoint every day. Certainly a gastro experience.
All facilities one would expect (above average) including swimming pool (not a splash pool) however, beauty prices (massage, body wraps etc) very expensive.
The bar / Reception area is intimate tasteful and stylish. Drinks are that of a 4 star hotel, but this hotel is definitely not 3* it is a 4* hotel, (in fact whilst we were staying the inspectors from the 'French Grading Body' offered Tsanteleina 4* luxury status however, they want it to be a very good 4* hotel as opposed to an average 4* luxury).
The staff are extremely friendly and helpful especially Reception/Concierge and the bar staff.
Overall, Val D’Isere this year was expensive, a beer 8 Euros however, this resort has great skiing, excellent lift facilities along with great restaurants, thoroughly recommend but not on a tight budget! We have already pre booked this hotel for next year!

Arrived at the tsanteleina to discover we were given the wrong room but after a quick word with our very helpful rep, Nick from Inghams we got a new room sorted - very spacious and clean - thanks to the lovely cleaner who couldn't do enough to help.
The staff (if you smile nicely) are probably some of the friendliest I've ever met - the bar staff, the restaurant staff (with the one exception of the manager who takes his job a bit too seriously) went out of their way to be helpful. Would also like to say a special thank you to the waitresses and chef who because we were vegetarian really tried to find something different for us to eat every night - and in France that's no easy task. Also even though it's a bit pricey a cocktail in the M bar in the hotel is a must, it's an absolutely beautiful bar and one sip of the Mojito or the Tsanteleina and you just slip right into holiday mode!
Oh and not to forget the skiing, the hotel's in a great position, literally 2 mins from the slopes and if you get a room at the back of the hotel it actually overlooks Mont Blanc.
You wont fail to have an enjoyable holiday here.

This is a great hotel, in a a fabulous location. Smack in the middle of town, yet only a few minutes from the gondola. Family style accomodations, and rates that include breakfast and dinner. Would return without hesitation.

If you want a friendly and comfortable hotel right in the heart of Val D'Isere then look no further! The location is perfect, just a few minutes walk to the lifts, restaurants and shops. Half board is a good option, 5 course menu offering fine French food. We were truly impressed by the standard of cooking. (Children's buffet also available.) Rooms not huge but very welcoming, with good bathrooms and fluffy robes/slippers. Really comfortable beds which is just what you need after a day on the slopes! Spa area is a real treat with jacuzzi, steam room, sauna and a good size overflow pool. Nice big beds around the pool to lounge on. Really funky bar with open fire manages to be contemporary and cosy at the same time and makes a welcome change to all the pine and sleighbells decorating many of the local bars/eateries! The only negative is that the location does mean you get a few rowdies passing by in the early hours. Also it helps if you make an effort with the staff. They were polite and efficient and if you try out your French they love you for it! We had a fabulous stay and will definitely return.