We stayed at the Belvedere during Feb 2009 and must say we were very impressed for the price. Although simple, the rooms were nicely sized, and kept very clean throughout the entire week (maid every day). The owners were extemely helpful, finding train and bus times for us etc if we needed. Breakfast is as you would expect in France, a simple continental affair, i.e breads, cheeses, jams eggs etc. As for location the hotel is on the main street in Brides Les Bains and so all the shops restaurants etc are close by. The Olympic gondola up to Meribel is about a 5 minutes walk away, and it take about 20 to 25 minutes in the gondola to get into Meribel. Brides les Bains itself is relatively quiet, although there are still a few pubs and nice restaurants to fill the evenings. IF you don't mind being a gondola ride away from the piste then we would recommend it. more