Là Haut

What Là Haut does

Là Haut is a French mountain hospitality business founded in 2005 by Marc Azzolini, operating a year-round mountain refuge at 1,830 meters altitude on the La Sambuy natural site in the Bauges Massif near Seythenex, Savoie. The core product is the Refuge Là-Haut, which offers dormitory-style shared accommodations, full-refuge privatization for events, a wood-fired Nordic bath and panoramic sauna, and seasonal cuisine sourced from local producers. The company serves individual travelers seeking nature-based mountain experiences, as well as groups, families, and corporate clients booking private events.

The business operates under the "Là Haut & Co" umbrella, which encompasses four complementary sub-brands: the Là-Haut refuge at 1,830m, Shelters Experience (polar-expedition-inspired unusual accommodations), La Ultima (a café-boutique in Praz-sur-Arly serving day visitors), and Azo L'événement (an event and experiences space). This multi-brand structure spans altitudes from 1,000m to 1,830m across the Val d'Arly region. The company has approximately 15 employees and is privately held by the Azzolini family, with no external institutional investment recorded.

Revenue is generated through per-stay accommodation bookings, food and beverage sales, wellness services, and event-related privatization. Distribution is direct-to-consumer only: customers contact the refuge by phone (04 50 44 68 59) or email ([email protected]) — no online booking system is in place. Pricing is not publicly disclosed. Marketing is conducted primarily through organic channels (website, Facebook, Instagram) with no paid acquisition or third-party travel intermediaries visible. The company does not employ proprietary technology, AI, or automation; the value proposition rests on location, brand authenticity, and the curated mountain experience.

Name

Là Haut

Legal name

Lahaut.net

Website

https://lahaut.net

Company type

Private

Founded year

2005

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Là Haut is a French mountain hospitality company operating a year-round refuge at 1,830m altitude in the Bauges Massif, plus three sub-brands (Shelters Experience, La Ultima, Azo L'événement) under the Là Haut & Co umbrella, serving individual travelers, groups, and corporate event clients seeking authentic Alpine experiences.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Boutique Mountain Lodge / Alpine Hospitality

NAICS

Traveler Accommodation (7211), All Other Traveler Accommodation (721199)

SIC

Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000)

akta.pro primary industry

Mountain & Ski Homes (THAMAAAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Luxury Chalets & Ski-In/Ski-Out Homes (THAMAEAD), Destination Spa Resorts (THAGAMAA), Destination Spas & Spa Resorts (HSALAFAC)

Keywords

• Mountain refuge hospitality
• Alpine accommodation services
• Wellness spa retreats
• Mountain event venues
• Eco-tourism experiences

Headquarters

HQ city

Seythenex

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Accommodation Services: Mountain refuge accommodation including dormitory-style rooms, communal living spaces, and terrace areas. Guests can choose between shared stays ('Partager Là Haut') or full privatization ('Privatiser Là Haut') for events.
2. Wellness and Spa Services: Revenue from Nordic bath and panoramic sauna experiences with views of the Bauges mountains and Lake Annecy.
3. Food and Beverage: Local, simple, and quality cuisine served at the refuge. The menu changes seasonally following the five-season concept.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Là Haut operates a year-round mountain refuge at 1,830 meters altitude at La Sambuy in the Massif des Bauges (Faverges-Seythenex, France), offering shared dormitory accommodations ("Partager Là Haut") and full-refuge privatization ("Privatiser Là Haut") for events. The offering includes wood-fired Nordic bath and panoramic sauna wellness facilities, terrace dining featuring local seasonal cuisine, and a proprietary five-season experience framework spanning four traditional seasons plus a fifth "season of the Earth" focused on introspection. The business is part of the Là Haut & Co multi-brand portfolio that also encompasses Shelters Expérience, La Ultima café-boutique, and Azo L'événement.

Product overview

Là-Haut operates as a multi-brand mountain hospitality portfolio managed under the Là Haut & Co umbrella. The core product is the Refuge Là-Haut at La Sambuy (1,830m), a year-round mountain refuge offering shared dormitory accommodations, panoramic sauna, wood-fired Nordic bath, terrace dining, and seasonal experiences across five seasons. The portfolio is structured as four complementary sub-brands spanning altitudes from 1,000 to 1,830 meters: La Ultima (café-boutique in Praz-sur-Arly), Shelters Expérience (polar-expedition-inspired unusual accommodations), and Azo L'évènement (event and experiences space), all united by a shared vision of transitional, four-season mountain hospitality.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Shelters Experience: Unusual accommodations inspired by polar expeditions, nestled in mountain landscapes for immersive overnight experiences under the stars.
• La Ultima
• Azo l'évènement

Products and services

• Là-Haut Refuge La Sambuy Year-round mountain refuge located at 1,830 meters altitude on the heights of Faverges-Seythenex in the Bauges Massif, offering shared dormitory accommodations ("Partager Là Haut") and full refuge privatization ("Privatiser Là Haut"), panoramic sauna, wood-fired Nordic bath, terrace dining with local seasonal cuisine, and a five-season experience concept. Targeted at individual travelers, groups, families, and corporate clients seeking mountain retreats.
• La Ultima (Café-Boutique) Café and boutique located in Praz-sur-Arly at the church square in the Val d'Arly, serving specialty coffee in a convivial setting for locals, hikers, and cyclists. Operated as part of the Là Haut & Co brand family.
• Shelters Expérience Unusual accommodations inspired by polar expeditions, nestled in mountain landscapes, providing immersive overnight stays under the stars in the French Alps at altitudes between 1,000m and 1,830m. Operated as part of the Là Haut & Co group.
• Azo L'événement Event and experiences space offering cultural, festive, and professional events designed to connect people and celebrate the mountain differently. Operated as part of the Là Haut & Co brand family.

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Art GillesminorOthersLocal partner supplying products or services to the refuge. Name identified from partner logos section on the website.
• Domaine MassonminorOthersLocal partner supplying products or services to the refuge. Name identified from partner logos section on the website.
• AbbayeminorOthersLocal partner (possibly abbey/religious institution supplying local products). Name identified from partner logos section on the website.
• BonnevalminorOthersLocal partner identified from partner logos section on the website.
• GlaceminorOthersLocal ice cream or frozen products supplier. Name identified from partner logos section on the website.
• Boucherie ChabertminorOthersLocal butchery supplier. Name identified from partner logos section on the website.
• CoopminorOthersLocal cooperative, likely for grocery/supplies. Name identified from partner logos section on the website.
• EmmanuelminorOthersLocal partner or supplier identified from partner logos section on the website.
• ArpitanminorOthersLocal partner possibly related to Arpitan (Franco-Provençal) region or culture. Name identified from partner logos section on the website.
• Les B du B FranceminorOthersLocal partner identified from partner logos section on the website.
• Maison LaurentminorOthersLocal partner/supplier identified from partner logos section on the website.
• Shelters ExperiencecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPart of the Là Haut & Co brand family. Shelters Experience offers unusual accommodations inherited from polar expeditions, nestled in the mountain landscape. One of four brands under the same ownership managing mountain hospitality from 1000m to 1830m altitude.
• La UltimacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPart of the Là Haut & Co brand family. Café-boutique located in Praz-sur-Arly at the church square in the Val d'Arly. Offers exceptional coffee, hospitality, and a welcoming atmosphere for locals, hikers, and cyclists.
• Azo L'évènementcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPart of the Là Haut & Co brand family. Events and experiences space associated with AZO brand, offering cultural, festive, or professional events designed to connect people and celebrate the mountain differently.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Refuge de la Glière: High-altitude mountain refuge in Champagny-en-Vanoise offering dormitory/shared overnight stays and meals in the French Alps — directly comparable core offering to Là Haut's refuge accommodation model.
• Whitepod: Swiss luxury 'unusual accommodations' operator with geodesic pods in the Alps, directly comparable to Là Haut's Shelters Experience sub-brand for immersive, nature-integrated mountain lodging.
• Zannier Hotels: Operates boutique luxury Alpine hotels including Le Chalet Zannier in Megève, with a similar philosophy of small-scale, design-driven mountain hospitality and premium per-stay positioning that mirrors Là Haut's refuge-plus-experiences model.
• Chalet Hôtel d'Adrien: Luxury chalet-hotel in Verbier offering high-end Alpine hospitality with wellness facilities, mountain views and F&B focus — closely comparable to Là Haut's premium refuge positioning in the French/Swiss Alps.
• Refuge du Mont Joly: Mountain refuge in the French Alps offering dormitory accommodation and meals to hikers and nature seekers; directly comparable to Là Haut's core refuge product and target customer (nature-seeking travelers).

Broad incumbents

• Aman Le Mélézin: Luxury ski-in/ski-out resort in Courchevel with wellness and gastronomy focus; comparable to Là Haut's premium Alpine positioning and exclusive-access feel, but at a global luxury-brand scale.
• Airelles (Collection): Portfolio of luxury Alpine hotels (Courchevel, Val d'Isère, Mégève) offering premium mountain hospitality with wellness and gastronomy — overlapping with Là Haut's luxury positioning at greater scale.
• Club Med Alps: All-inclusive mountain resorts in the French Alps with wellness, dining and activities; comparable end-customer and year-round operation model, though at much larger scale and with different brand positioning.
• Six Senses Residences Courchevel: Ultra-premium Alpine wellness-focused accommodation brand; comparable to Là Haut's Nordic bath/sauna and mountain-wellness positioning, though operated at significantly larger scale.

Emerging players

• 7132 Hotel: Architect-driven luxury hotel in the Swiss Alps combining thermal wellness with mountain hospitality; comparable to Là Haut's integration of Nordic bath/sauna wellness into an Alpine refuge concept.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/groups/lahaut.net
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/l%C3%A0-haut

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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