Located in the village of Monetier-les-Bains, LAuberge du Choucas is a traditional 17th-century house The restaurant offers vaulted ceilings and a fireplace It is non-smoking throughout and is located 200 metres from Les Grands Bains thermal baths and 450 metres from the skilifts The bright, south-facing rooms feature a combination of mountain style and traditional French decor with views of the garden, the nearby farms and the surrounding mountains Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel and some rooms also feature a terrace In the evening, guests can dine in the 300-year-old dining room of the hotels restaurant, which serves inventive, gourmet-style and organic dishes using fresh, local ingredients The restaurant wine list includes a large variety of wines Winter and summer activities near LAuberge du Choucas include world-class ski slopes in Serres Chevalier and hiking in nearby Ecrins National Park Guests can also visit the Contemporary Art Centre, the casino and the theatre at Briancon, 14 km away