When planning a ski holiday, the most important question (after where to go) is who to go with. Those who have grown up on the slopes will often return with family, while friends are an obvious choice if they can all ski. But what if no one in your circle actually wants a cold holiday, has a vastly different experience level, or doesn’t have enough annual leave for a late-season escape? You can, of course, go on your own. 

Once a species averse to doing anything by ourselves, recent years have seen the tide turn, with record-breaking rises in solo cinema dates, solo dinner reservations and solo travel. The latter is practically reshaping the travel industry, with data from 2023-2025 showing a steady year-on-year increase driven by demand for independence and flexibility, particularly among women and millennials. The biggest trend of 2026? Solo ski trips. 

The rise of solo skiing

According to online ski tour operator WeSki, the 2025/26 season saw an 181 per cent year-on-year increase in solo traveller bookings, proving a major shift in how people are approaching ski holidays. Elsewhere, the Adventure Travel Conference recently reported a 23 per cent year-on-year increase in solo bookings among the 35-44 age group, with 16 per cent of all new travellers now going solo.

Add to this innovations such as Skiworld and Crystal Ski’s dedicated ‘Singles’ Ski Weeks’ and it seems solo ski travel isn’t going anywhere any time soon. It comes at a time when the world of travel is also actively challenging the unpopular ‘single supplement’ surcharge, with more and more hotels and ski operators scrapping it altogether. 

Europe’s ski resorts have also taken cues from North American slopes by adopting Single Rider Lanes, meaning that instead of waiting for a group to organise themselves, a solo skier can quickly fill the last empty spot on a lift or gondola. It’s not all about skiing alone either; making friends at après has become far easier with ski schools, such as Zermatt’s European Snowsport and Evolution 2 in Val d’Isère, organising not only ski lessons and mountaineering courses, but social events and team building activities. 

So, where to go? Discover the world’s best solo ski destinations below. 

Zermatt, Switzerland

Situated in the shadow of the world famous Matterhorn, Zermatt is Switzerland’s highest ski resort at an altitude of 3,883m. From here, you can easily access the Matterhorn Ski Paradise, which, thanks to its north-facing shade, is home to plenty of powdery snow, so you’re guaranteed great skiing conditions all season long. After a day on the slopes, return to the car-free town to experience the essence of Swiss alpine charm – and lively après at Papperla Pub, Harry’s Bar and Snowboat. 

Where to stay: Mont Cervin Palace

As Zermatt’s greatest Grand Dame, Mont Cervin Palace is a legendary bolthole in this Swiss ski town – and luckily for solo travellers, there’s plenty of room for one. Book the Alpine Only Me room, which faces onto Zermatt town and features all the luxe amenities Mont Cervin Palace is famous for. Don’t miss the huge Spa Nescens, which offers a serene escape with indoor-outdoor pools, saunas, steam baths, and anti-ageing treatments, and return after a day on the slopes to indulge in fine dining fare at Michelin-starred Ristorante Capri or Joseph’s Bar for cocktails, afternoon tea and snacks accompanied by live music.

From £600 per night. 

Val d'Isère, France

Val d'Isère adopted the aforementioned Single Rider Lanes long before they were a trend, and benefits from a whopping 300km of pistes in the Espace Killy network, so intermediate and advanced soloists can enjoy varied and challenging skiing. On the slopes, visitors can enjoy new panoramic terraces, streamlined QR-code lift access and, from some stations, complimentary guides, so you can find your skis (ahem) in the first few days of your trip. Also new for this season is Middle Eastern flavours at Ima, refined French cuisine at Bottleneck and the bold new culinary and cultural hub of La Folie Douce.

Where to stay: Experimental Chalet Val d’Isère

At 1,850m and in the heart of the village, Experimental Chalet Val d’Isère is a 113-room alpine retreat designed by Dorothée Meilichzon. Dressed in a palette of French tricolours, the four-star hotel features a variety of social spaces, including classic French restaurant L’Aigle d’Or and the Experimental Cocktail Club, as well as a swimming pool and full spa. Its real raison d’être, however, is placing guests steps from some of the best skiing in the world. What’s more, there’s ample room to make even the most discerning solo traveller comfortable; book the cosy Val d’Isère room to be greeted with a king bed, en suite featuring a rainfall shower and bathtub, and a private balcony to watch the world go by. 

From £350 per night. 

Courmayeur, Italy

Situated at the foot of the majestic Mont Blanc and oozing alpine charm, Courmayeur promises soloists needn’t sacrifice substance or style. Ideal for travellers looking to enjoy a weekend break, being just a 90-minute drive from Geneva airport, while the Mont Blanc tunnel facilitates day trips to Chamonix in France, Courmayeur offers a relatively compact ski area of about 43km of groomed runs – and is therefore an ideal locale to navigate alone. Aside from world-class skiing, Courmayeur is also a culinary destination, serving local alpine dishes and regularly hosting celebrity chefs including Heston Blumenthal, Marcus Wareing, Clare Smyth and Jason Atherton (who won’t turn their nose up at single dinner reservations, either). 

Where to stay: Le Massif

Situated on the slopes of Mont Blanc, Le Massif provides the ideal setting for world-class skiing in the Italian Alps – and is just 100m from the nearest cable car. The Classic room features a double bed, desk and elegant bathroom and comes with its own dedicated ski concierge and ski butler service, meaning solo guests can enjoy the mountain atmosphere in complete relaxation, with everything from mountain passes to classes and ski equipment taken care of. Le Massif’s world-class spa facilities, meanwhile, prove it takes relaxation as importantly as exhilaration. When you’re not on the slopes, make the most of the sauna, hammam, fitness centre and whirlpool tub, before dining at one of three on-site restaurants serving all of Valle d’Aosta’s culinary delicacies. You can do exactly as you please… 

From £250 per night.

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