Welcoming inn in La Thuile, in the heart of the Aosta Valley Alps, with mountain views, garden, free parking, and breakfast with vegan and gluten-free options.
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La Racine is a family-run inn located in the quiet Frazione Bathieu, in La Thuile, one of the most popular ski resorts in the Aosta Valley. The property enjoys a privileged position, just steps from the Les Suches gondola and the Espace San Bernardo, making it an ideal base for skiing enthusiasts in winter and hikers in summer.
The inn offers four types of accommodation, ranging from double rooms to more spacious solutions, all equipped with a private en-suite bathroom with shower, flat-screen TV with satellite channels, complimentary toiletries, and heating. Soundproofed walls and independent entrances ensure privacy and quiet. The Junior Suite with Sauna spans 30 sq m and features a balcony with mountain views, while the Studio with Mountain View, at 35 sq m, also includes a washing machine and dining area.
Each morning, breakfast is available with Italian, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options, as well as a takeaway format. The outdoor garden and free private parking complete a stay designed for those seeking relaxation and a connection with alpine nature, just 16 km from Courmayeur.
La Racine offers four types of accommodation, designed for couples who wish to experience the mountain atmosphere in full comfort. Every room is equipped with a private en-suite bathroom with shower, complimentary bath products, hairdryer, and towels. A flat-screen TV with cable and satellite channels, an electric kettle, and heating are available in all rooms, along with soundproofing and an independent entrance to ensure maximum tranquillity.
The standard double rooms are distinguished by mountain views and a private balcony, also available in an accessible version for guests with mobility impairments. The Junior Suite with Sauna, at 30 sq m, is the most refined option, featuring a private sauna and a spacious separate bedroom. The Studio with Mountain View, the most spacious at 35 sq m, includes a washing machine, dining area, and sofa, making it ideal for longer stays or for guests seeking greater independence.
The Junior Suite with Sauna is the inn’s most sought-after option, with 30 sq m of space spread across a separate bedroom and a private bathroom with shower and bidet. The balcony overlooks the surrounding mountains, offering a panoramic view in every season. Soundproofed walls and an independent entrance ensure complete privacy. The suite is equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite and cable channels, an electric kettle, heating, a wardrobe, and an electrical socket near the bed.
The Double Room with Disability Access is designed to ensure comfort and accessibility for all guests. At 18 sq m, it is fully wheelchair accessible and features a private bathroom with shower, complimentary toiletries, and a hairdryer. The balcony offers a lovely mountain view. The room is equipped with a flat-screen TV with cable and satellite channels, an electric kettle, heating, and a clothes rack. Soundproofed walls and an independent entrance guarantee privacy and quiet.
The Double Room with Mountain View offers 17 sq m of welcoming space with a panoramic outlook over the Aosta Valley Alps directly from the private balcony. The en-suite bathroom features a shower, bidet, hairdryer, and complimentary toiletries. The room includes a flat-screen TV with cable and satellite channels, an electric kettle, heating, a desk, a wardrobe, and a clothes rack. Soundproofed walls and an independent entrance complete a quiet and private environment.
The Studio with Mountain View is the inn’s most spacious option, with 35 sq m that include a generous living area with sofa and a dining area with table, ideal for longer stays. The private bathroom features a shower, bidet, hairdryer, and complimentary toiletries. Mountain views can be enjoyed directly from the window, while the independent entrance and soundproofed walls ensure complete autonomy. Also available: a washing machine, flat-screen TV with satellite channels, electric kettle, heating, and wardrobe.
La Racine offers a selection of essential yet carefully considered services, designed to ensure a comfortable stay immersed in the alpine environment. The entire property is covered by free WiFi, while the on-site private parking — also free and with no reservation required — is a valuable perk for guests arriving by car in the Aosta Valley mountains.
The property is entirely non-smoking and features soundproofed rooms with independent entrances, a detail that guarantees privacy and quiet at all times of day. There is a lift on site, and rooms and facilities are available for guests with mobility impairments, including wheelchair access, an emergency bell in the bathroom, and specific fittings. The outdoor garden provides a pleasant open-air space during the milder seasons.
Each room has a kettle for tea and coffee, along with a flat-screen TV with satellite and cable channels. Breakfast — with Italian, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options — can be enjoyed on-site or collected in a takeaway format.
La Racine is located in Frazione Bathieu, a small mountain hamlet in La Thuile, a municipality in the Aosta Valley situated in the upper Val Grisenche, a few kilometres from the border with France via the Col du Petit Saint-Bernard. It is an authentic corner of the Alps, away from mass tourism yet well connected to the main attractions of the area.
Just 700 metres from the inn are the Les Suches gondola and the access to the Espace San Bernardo, the international ski resort linking La Thuile to the French resort of La Rosière, with over 150 km of runs. In summer, the same area transforms into a paradise for trekking and mountain biking, with trails leading to the Cascate del Rutor, a stunning glacial waterfall reachable in around 45 minutes on foot. Nearby are also the Forte Colle Croce and Plan Praz forts, historical remnants of the Savoy era, less than 2 km from the property.
Courmayeur, with its shops, restaurants, and the Skyway Monte Bianco, is approximately 16 km away, easily reachable by car. The nearest train station is Pré-Saint-Didier, 10 km away and about 13 minutes by car. Restaurants and bars are just a short walk from the inn itself.
Guests at La Racine express a very positive opinion across the board. Cleanliness and staff receive the highest scores, above 9.6, while comfort and location are rated at excellent levels. Value for money is considered very good.
Check-in at La Racine is available from 15:00 to 18:00. It is advisable to contact the property in advance if you expect to arrive outside this time window.
Yes, La Racine offers breakfast with Italian, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options. A takeaway breakfast format is also available for those leaving early in the morning.
Yes, La Racine has a free private parking area directly on-site, with no advance reservation required.
Yes, the property has a specially equipped room with wheelchair access, a toilet with grab rails, a lower washbasin, a raised toilet seat, and an emergency bell in the bathroom. A lift is also available.
La Racine is approximately 700 metres from the Les Suches gondola and the access to the Espace San Bernardo, the international ski resort linking La Thuile to the French resort of La Rosière.
No, La Racine does not allow pets. It is advisable to check this information directly with the property in case of specific needs.
Yes, WiFi is free and available throughout the entire property, including the rooms. The WiFi score given by guests is 8.8 out of 10.
