A Savoyard village of pedestrian streets and wooden chalets, Megève stretches between Mont d'Arbois and Rochebrune, facing the Mont Blanc massif. The resort focuses on upmarket hotels and spas, so indoor pools are common in the grand establishments. There are also chalets to rent with a heated pool. I've selected 11 places, all rated at least 8/10; the top-rated is Chalet Eight (4.83/5).
Each city has its own selection, with a page for each type of accommodation.
Places are ranked from highest to lowest rated. The yellow bubble shows the advertised water temperature, when it's known.
11 places shown
The pool. Heated indoor pool, advertised on Airbnb, with sauna and fireplace.
I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature.
Guide's tip. Ask the agency whether pool heating is included in the rental price.
The pool. Indoor pool in the spa. Heating isn't specified.
The reviews I read talk about the service and the rooms, not the pool. I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature.
Guide's tip. Small hotel: book early for school holiday weeks.
The pool. Spa with indoor pool and outdoor pool, and Turkish bath. Heating isn't specified.
Kayak's review summary says the pool and spa are popular, but a few guests report minor water-temperature issues.
Guide's tip. Ask the hotel about the pool temperatures before you book.
The pool. Indoor pool and spa with two treatment rooms. Heating isn't specified.
I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature.
Guide's tip. The hotel closes from 7 April to 14 June: check the dates before you book.
The pool. Indoor pool, outdoor pool and children's pool, open from 8 am to 8 pm. The Luxury Editor describes them as heated.
The hot tub. Hot tub.
One guest confirms that both pools are heated, though not as warm as a jacuzzi. Others say the pool alone is worth the stay, ideal after skiing.
Guide's tip. Expedia lists a closure from 17 March to 20 December: check the opening dates.
The pool. Two indoor pools, one of them adults-only and a family pool opening onto the outside, according to The Luxury Editor. Large spa with hammam and jacuzzi.
The hot tub. Jacuzzi in the spa.
Guests praise a full-service spa, open from 7 am to 10:30 pm according to one of them. The reviews I read don't mention the water temperature.
Guide's tip. With children, ask about the family pool's hours: the other one is adults-only.
The pool. Indoor pool open from 10 am to 9 pm, in the Deep Nature spa, with jacuzzi. Heating isn't specified.
The hot tub. Jacuzzi.
Expedia doesn't show any review text. I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature.
Guide's tip. Expedia lists a closure from 1 April to 12 December: check the opening dates.
The pool. Indoor pool with counter-current swimming, in the Clarins spa, open from 9 am to 8 pm, with jacuzzi, sauna and hammam.
The hot tub. Jacuzzi.
I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature.
Guide's tip. Under-13s aren't allowed in the pool from 4 pm to 8 pm: with family, plan your swim earlier.
The pool. Indoor pool and outdoor pool, jacuzzi, sauna and hammam. Heating isn't specified.
The hot tub. Jacuzzi.
Guests describe a small but spotless spa. I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature.
Guide's tip. Spa treatments cost extra.
The pool. Indoor pool with massage jets in the spa, and a heated outdoor pool facing Mont Blanc, according to The Luxury Editor. Outdoor jacuzzi and sauna.
The hot tub. Outdoor jacuzzi.
One guest confirms that the pool is heated and well suited to families. Others talk about the view of Mont Blanc from the pool and the jacuzzi.
Guide's tip. Get the outdoor pool's heating dates confirmed before you book.
The pool. Heated indoor pool with views of the peaks, advertised by Staycation, and an outdoor pool. Spa with sauna and hammam.
One guest enjoyed the outdoor pool after hiking; another found the saunas weren't always working. I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature.
Guide's tip. Ask whether the outdoor pool is heated during your stay.
These places don't have a confirmed heated pool, but they do have a hot tub: the water is hot all year round. A good way to relax in the warm.
These places were suggested to us directly by their owners. The heated pool is declared by them; they don't yet have enough guest reviews to join the selection.
In my selection, the top-rated is Chalet Eight (Chalet for rent · Airbnb), with 4.83/5 (12 reviews · Airbnb). Next come Zannier Le Chalet (9.8/10) and Four Seasons Hotel Megève (9.6/10).
None of the places selected in Megève clearly advertises a pool heated all year round. Chalet Eight, Zannier Le Chalet and Four Seasons Hotel Megève have an indoor pool, sheltered from the wind. Either way, ask for the heating dates before you book.
None of the places selected in Megève gives a precise temperature. Ask the property before booking, especially out of season.
Yes: Les Chalets du Mont d'Arbois, Les Fermes de Marie and Hôtel l'Arboisie also have a hot tub in addition to the heated pool.
Yes, one villa is selected: Chalet Eight. Heating is sometimes charged extra: check the listing.
The word "heated" on a booking page isn't enough. Every place must have a rating of at least 8/10 (or 4/5) and carries one of these four levels.
Guests mention the heated water in their reviews, with the season when they say so.
A journalist or guide who stayed there describes the heated pool.
The hotel or the platform says so, but I haven't yet found a review that confirms it.
Heating isn't specified, but the water is sheltered from the wind and cold air. Ask for the temperature before you book.
I left these out because guests report water colder than advertised, or because no heating or indoor pool is mentioned.
| Place | What the sources say | Rating | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|
| Résidence Hôtel Rent | Wellness area, pool not described. | 4,8/10 | Rating too low |
Sources: Expedia.
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