By train

Aix-en-Provence TGV station (200 km), Grenoble SNCF station (120 km) or Gap (35 km)

By plane

Marseille-Provence (214 km), Grenoble St Geoirs (160 km), or Turin (230 km)

By public transport

There are departmental connections between Aix or Grenoble and Gap, and between Gap and the resort. www.autocars-scal.fr - www.virail.fr

Arrival from 5pm
Departure until 10 am

In case of late arrival, the residence must be informed by phone +33 (0)4 84 74 97 20

Private terrace or balcony
High capacity flats

Family-friendly ski resort
Escalator to the slopes

High season and school holidays

From the beginning of the end-of-year (FR) holidays to the end of the winter (FR) holidays + from the beginning of July to the beginning of September

Every day from 8am to 11am / 4pm to 7pm

Low season outside school holidays

Periods not included in the high season

Every day from 8am to 11am / 4pm to 7pm 

Closed Wednesday all day and Sunday afternoon

Deposit: 300€/accommodation, refunded on departure after the inventory of fixtures. If the accommodation is not returned clean, 100€ (4 pers.) or 120€ (6 pers.), 190€ (8 pers.) or 200€ (10 pers) will be charged.

Tourist tax: 1,10€/day/person from 18 years old

Summer in Orcières Merlette 1850

Escape the crowds of the coast and head to the Southern Alps for a summer filled with tranquility, sunshine, and stunning scenery. Orcieres Merlette 1850 offers a high-altitude escape surrounded by the Ecrins National Park and the Valgaudemar and Champsaur valleys. It's the ideal destination for families, hikers, and adventure seekers.

Your Holiday Rental at the Residence Etoiles d'Orion***

Located just 400 metres from the resort centre and 200 metres from shops, the Residence Étoiles d'Orion*** combines comfort with convenience. A large escalator at the foot of the residence connects you directly to the village heart.

Comfortable Accommodation for All

Each holiday apartment can host up to 10 guests and offers:

• A private terrace or balcony with fresh alpine air, and in some units, panoramic mountain views
• A fully equipped kitchen with fridge, hob, dishwasher, microwave, coffee machine, and kettle
• Living room with sofa bed, and depending on the unit, mountain corner, double, single, or bunk beds
• One or two bathrooms with separate toilets

Enhance your stay with additional options such as bed linen and towel packs, end-of-stay cleaning (except for the kitchen area). Your pet is also welcome to join the mountain adventure!

Activities for Everyone

Summer in Orcieres Merlette 1850 is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts:

• Hiking through alpine meadows and forest trails
• Exploring the Ecrins National Park and spotting wildlife like marmots and chamois
• Horseback riding and guided nature walks
• Family fun at the leisure park with trampolines, bouncy castles, and ball pools

Whether you're seeking relaxation or thrills, there's something for everyone:

• Relaxation: Yoga, spa treatments, and scenic picnic spots
• Adventure: Paragliding, rafting, mountain biking, and paintball
• Sports: Tennis, golf, beach volleyball, canoeing, and skateboarding

Dining in the Mountains

After a day of adventure, discover local culinary delights in nearby restaurants. Enjoy mountain specialties or Mediterranean-inspired dishes with fresh ingredients and warm hospitality. Make this summer unforgettable with a stay at the Residence Etoiles d'Orion in Orcieres Merlette 1850, where nature, fun, and relaxation await.

Enjoy a peaceful summer retreat at the Residence Etoiles d'Orion in Orcieres Merlette 1850. Nestled in the Southern Alps, this spacious holiday rental is perfect for families and nature lovers eager to explore breathtaking landscapes and outdoor adventures in the sunshine.

​​​​​​​Skiing holiday in Orcières Merlette 1850

This year, you fancy an original skiing destination, and to swap the Northern Alps for the Savoie or Haute-Savoie? Head for the Southern Alps to combine snow and sun! The Residence Étoiles d'Orion*** offers a pied-à-terre in the resort of Orcières Merlette 1850.

A ski area with a difference in altitude of almost 1000 m from the foot of the slopes and the highest point, 50 slopes, a snow park, a slalom... all in a resort designed for families. You certainly won't have any reason to be bored! Orcières strikes the perfect balance between beautiful mountains and a touch of Mediterranean climate, offering enough sunshine to warm your heart... but without melting the snow too much!

Your holiday rental in the Residence Étoiles d'Orion***

The Residence Étoiles d'Orion***: everything nearby, with no effort required

The holiday home enjoys a prime location, with shops and businesses just 200 m away and the city centre 400 m away. How's that for proximity? Still not satisfied? The ski slopes start 250 m from your holiday home! And there is even a large escalator at the foot of the residence that will carry you effortlessly to the heart of the resort.

What is included with your accommodation in the Southern Alps

Renting a holiday apartment at the Residence Étoiles d'Orion*** means having the possibility of accommodating up to 10 people in the same rental! Whether you come with your whole family or your whole tribe of friends, you are sure to have an unforgettable time!

Each holiday apartment has:

• A private terrace or balcony for fresh air at any time. Some holiday homes even have a beautiful view of the mountains! Feel free to select this type of accommodation when booking, for an even more immersive experience in this beautiful mountain range.  A breathtaking view of the Alpine peaks as you tuck into your breakfast, what more could you ask for?
• A fully equipped kitchen with a fridge, a hob, a dishwasher, a microwave, a coffee machine, and a kettle;
• Depending on the size of rental you choose, you will have a living room with a sofa bed, a mountain corner or rooms with double or single beds, in some cases bunk beds;
• A bathroom with a bath and a separate toilet The larger units come with not 1 but 2 bathrooms and 2 toilets! So handy when you come back from a long day of skiing and everyone wants to shower at the same time!

Our four-legged friends are accepted in the residence (option to be added when booking). To lighten your luggage and your mind, go for the bedding and towel package options! The ultimate: why not opt for the Serenity Pack? You can go even further by opting for this pack, which includes bed linen, towels and end-of-stay cleaning (excluding kitchen area). 

Activities to discover in the Hautes-Alpes, during summer and winter

The Residence Étoiles d'Orion***, located in the Hautes Alpes department, naturally offers the chance to discover the ski resort of Orcière Merlette 1850 in winter, but also in summer! Here is a non-exhaustive list of what you can enjoy during your stay!

The Orcières Merlette 1850 ski resort: skiing, but that's not all!

Orcières Merlette 1850 comprises 100 km of downhill skiing spread across around 50 runs to suit all levels, a snow park for the more adventurous (will you try a backflip or a 360°?), a slalom stadium, a boarder-cross course, but also a playful run for the little ones who are learning to slide on the snow

A drop-in centre welcomes little ones from 3 months to 6 years old: an opportunity for the grown-ups to enjoy their activities without worrying about the kids straggling behind!

If you're tired of downhill skiing, you'll have plenty of other things to do! The Orcières ski resort will have some great surprises in store for you. It also offers 40 km of cross-country ski trails for those looking for another way to break a sweat! Not forgetting 2 toboggan runs, snowshoeing, ice karting... and even snow tubing! Your children will be delighted: you may hear them asking: "When are we coming back? »

Orcières Merlette 1850 in summer: fill up on activities

Sunshine, beautiful walks in the mountain pastures, a good breath of fresh air at altitude - choose the mountains in the summer time! Summer in the mountains, and more particularly in the Southern Alps, is an opportunity to spend a holiday away from the crowds that flock to the Mediterranean Sea or the Atlantic coast.

You can take advantage of this opportunity to try our activities that you may not be accustomed to: how about a horse ride?

For hikers, Orcières will amaze you with its variety of choice: the resort is surrounded by the Ecrins National Park, and the Valgaudemar and Champsaur valleys. It's a hiking paradise! Combining sunshine and the cool of the forest, beautiful day trips will allow you to get closer to the iconic wildlife of the Alps.

Will you be lucky enough to spot a marmot or a chamois? You can also pay a visit to the leisure park to keep the kids happy: on the menu - a bouncy castle, ball pool, and even a trampoline trampoline. Summer in the mountains, in the Southern Alps, is an opportunity to spend a holiday away from the crowds that flock to the Mediterranean Sea or the Atlantic coast.

Packed your cases yet? Time to set off for the Residence Étoiles d'Orion***!

​​​​​​​Skiing holiday in Orcières Merlette 1850

This year, you fancy an original skiing destination, and to swap the Northern Alps for the Savoie or Haute-Savoie? Head for the Southern Alps to combine snow and sun! The Residence Étoiles d'Orion*** offers a pied-à-terre in the resort of Orcières Merlette 1850.