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Visitor reviews for Isola 2000 Ski Resort

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• January 30, 2012
  Alex from France
  

  Isola2000 is a very decent ski resort near Nice, around 1h30min drive from Nice airport (windy mountain roads last 30 minutes of drive). This resort tends to have good snow (not at time of writing), is high up (2650m) and has a much better chance of sunshine. They have a decent amount of lifts, including 2 gondola's and another 6 person lift, which are excellent. Snow's augmented with 300 or so snow cannons. There are a number of places to eat during the day, but I had the feeling the place went pretty dead after last lift closure (17:00), it may be different during weekends and school holidays.

  Overall, the resort has improved a lot over the years and is great if you want to combine this with visiting Nice. I would not choose this resort for a whole week of skiing, as it's too small and lacks choice of accommodation and apres-ski. But certainly for a day or long afternoon it's excellent and would choose it over Auron or some of the even smaller resorts nearby.

• Isola 2000 Ratings

  Based on 9 votes. Vote

  Access: 4.7 (1) At least one overnight stop, (2) requires a whole day, (3) requires more than half a day – you may have time for a few turns (4) arrive by lunchtime and ski all afternoon, (5) there is a main airport within an hour of Isola 2000.	Public Transport: 4.6 (1) There are no buses or taxis to Isola 2000, (3) there are slow or infrequent buses / trains available, (5) getting to the resort is easy with frequent bus / train connections.
  Scenery: 3.6 (1) An ugly resort in a bland setting, (3) average mountain views and resort, (5) a spectacular setting and a beautiful / historic resort town.	Accommodation: 4.3 (1) No places to stay in/near Isola 2000, (3) a few places to stay in the resort, (5) a wide variety of accommodation suitable to suit all budgets.
  Cheap Rooms: 3.1 (1) No budget accommodation available, (3) just one or two hostels so book ahead, (5) several cheap hostels and pensions available.	Luxury Hotels: 2.6 (1) No luxury accommodation available, (3) just one or two luxury hotels so book ahead, (5) several up-market hotels in Isola 2000.
  Ski in/Ski out: 4.6 (1) The ski area is located far from any accommodation, (3) a free ski bus takes you to the ski area in a short trip, (5) Ski-in ski-out accommodation is available.	Childcare: 4.3 (1) There are no child care facilities at Isola 2000, (5) the resort has excellent child-care facilities including at least one reasonably priced creche.
  Snowsure: 4.7 (1) Occasionally gets enough snow for skiing, (2) is often closed due to a lack of snow, (3) occasionally suffers from a lack of snow, (4) rarely suffers from a lack of snow, (5) Isola 2000 is snowsure even in the poorest seasons.	Snowmaking: 4.4 (1) Isola 2000 relies entirely on natural snow, (3) there are just a few snow cannons, (5) there are snowmaking facilities on all pistes.
  Snow Grooming: 4.6 (1) There are no snow groomers at Isola 2000, (3) occasionally some pistes are left ungroomed and in a poor state, (5) all the runs at Isola 2000 are groomed daily.	Shelter: 3.7 (1) there is nowhere to ski when it is windy or visibility is bad and lifts often shut, (3) there are some trees for poor visibility but main lifts sometimes close, (5) Isola 2000 is mostly in forest where you can ski in flat-light and windy days, lifts rarely close.
  Nearby options: 2.1 (1) If snow conditions are poor at Isola 2000, it will be poor everywhere nearby, (3) there are good alternatives within an hours drive, (5) other locations on the same lift pass provide a rich variety of snowsure ski conditions.	Regional rating: 4.7 (1) Isola 2000 usually has poor snow conditions compared to other resorts in region, (3) has average conditions for the region, (5) usually has the best snow conditions in the region.
  Lift Staff: 4.2 (1) The staff at Isola 2000 are rude or unhelpful, (5) lift staff at Isola 2000 are pleasant, cheerful and eager to help.	Crowds/Queues: 4.0 (1) the resort is always busy and there are usually long lift queues, (3) it is quiet apart from occasional weekends and school holidays, (5) it is uncrowded and lift queues are very rare.
  Ski Schools: 4.3 (1) No ski schools available, (2) one or two ski schools but local language only, (3) a few ski schools but book early for multi-lingual instructors, (4) plenty of ski schools and multi-lingual instructors available, (5) excellent ski schools with friendly multi-lingual ski instructors.	Hire and Repairs: 4.2 (1) Nothing can be sourced, not even ski-wax or ptex. (3) there are some ski shops but rentals need to be booked in advance, (5) good quality ski equipment can be purchased or hired and overnight repairs are possible.
  Variety of pistes: 3.7 (1) The ski runs are featureless and unvaried, (3) the ski runs are varied but not extensive enough for a week, (5) Isola 2000 has diverse and interesting pistes including forests and high alpine terrain.	Beginners: 4.8 (1) Beginners can only watch others ski and snowboard, (3) a few gentle slopes but beginners will get bored in less than a week, (3) Vast areas of gentle terrain.
  Intermediates: 4.0 (1) No intermediate terrain at Isola 2000, (3) intermediate skiers will get bored after a few days, (5) vast areas of cruising runs.	Advanced: 3.8 (1) Nothing for advanced skiers and snowboarders, (3) enough steep terrain for a few days with some good offpiste, (5) Enough steep terrain and offpiste areas to entertain advanced skiers for at least a week.
  Snow Park: 4.5 (1) Not even a kicker at Isola 2000, (3) average sized park quite well looked after, (5) huge park area and expertly crafted pipes, jumps and boardercross trails.	Off-piste: 3.1 (1) No off-piste worth mentioning, (2) off piste is out-of-bounds, (3) some varied offpiste that stays fresh for one or two days, (5) a vast array of off-piste routes that can stay untracked for several days.
  Cross-country: 2.4 (1) There is nowhere to go for cross-country skiing around Isola 2000, (3) there are some cross country trails available, (5) the area features many spectacular and well maintained cross-country trails.	Luge/Toboggan: 1.7 (1) No designated luge or toboggan runs, (3) there are toboggan runs that open quite often, (5) Isola 2000 has long and well maintained luge / toboggan facilities suitable for all ages.
  Mountain Dining: 4.0 (1) Nowhere to buy food by the pistes, (3) some places to eat up on the mountain but they are often busy and expensive, (5) there is a variety of excellent mountain eateries right next to the slopes to suit all budgets.	Eating: 3.8 (1) Bring your own food, there isn't even a shop. (5) A wide variety of places to eat and drink in the resort, from fast food to fancy restaurants.
  Apres-Ski: 3.1 (1) Nothing to do, not even a bar, (3) there are a few bars in the resort but nothing special, (5) clubs and bars stay open until very late and have a friendly atmosphere.	Other Sports: 2.2 (1) No sports facilities at all apart from ski lifts, (3) resort has just a small public swimming pool, (5) resort has all kinds of sports facilities, including a full-size swimming pool.
  Entertainment: 2.7 (1) Besides the snow and walking there is nothing to do here, (3) the non-skier will find things to do for few days but may become bored after a week, (5) the resort area is a fascinating place to visit, regardless of winter sports.	Winter Walks: 3.0 (1) Very limited walking and no snowshoe trails, (3) a couple of designated scenic walking/snowshoe trails, (5) extensive and diverse winter walking trails for all abilities.
  Ski Pass Value: 3.8 (1) A 1 week ski pass is overpriced compared to the number of lifts available, (3) the ski pass is averagely priced and covers a reasonable number of lifts, (5) ski passes are excellent value for money and cover a lot of lifts spanning a big area.	Value (National): 4.0 (1) Overall, Isola 2000 is one of the most expensive ski resorts in the country and not worth the money, (3) overall represents average value for money, (5) overall offers the best value resort in the country.
  Value (Global): 3.9 (1) Overall, Isola 2000 is one of the most expensive ski resorts in the world, (3) overall it offers pretty average value for money compared to resorts from other countries, (5) internationally the resort offers excellent value for money.

  Based on 9 votes. Vote

• January 21, 2012
  Clare from United Kingdom
  

  I have been skiing in Isola since 2001 and I love it for it's simplicity. Having skied in loads of resorts mainly in France and a little in Switzerland I am always completely relieved to get back here. You can ski in and out of almost all the accommodation available, you can ski down many slopes almost alone (mid week) and everyone is friendly and helpful. It's not a place to come if you're single and looking for nightlife but fantastic for families. My son first skied here when he was 3 and went to the Piou Piou club - I felt very happy with the level of care he received and he learnt to ski well. He is now 11 and whizzing down blacks.
  The cow club is lovely, so are the restaurants opposite them. This year we are staying in the Cela Isola apartments and have it on good authority that they are much better than other apartments. I have also stayed in the Druos which is basic but a fantastic setting and the Pas de Loup which I'd avoid at all costs - rooms are small, water cold and the management are awful. Having skied in Switzerland earlier this year which included a mile trek everyday to the slopes or a crowded bus holding onto your skis - I can't wait to get there and ski without the hassle.

• December 15, 2011
  Angus from United Kingdom
  

  My wife learned to ski in Isola 35 years ago when she was 4. I have been going there for over 10 years with her too. Isola is a very underated resort. It is at altitude and every year we have been we have had good snow and all runs open (sometimes a couple might be closed on a day but it's nothing to do with lack of snow). The resort is well catered for with 2 if not 3 supermarkets, 2 bakeries, many bars and a good selection of restaurants. There's plenty of places to get a refreshment on the slopes too. Yes it can be a bit rough looking in places - it’s a 70's design after all! That I think adds to the charm. They've made significant investments in their new lifts and all of them are hard to fault. The remontee mechanics (lift guys and girls) are always helpful don't be fooled by other reviews! Plenty of ski instructors if you need a lesson. Great fireworks at New Year and Christmas. All in all its not perfect but I love going there and I'd encourage anyone to visit Isola 2000. And you get the Cote d'Azur sunshine to boot. What more can you ask for?!

• July 12, 2011
  Brian from United Kingdom
  

  Having been going to the resort shortly after the development of Isola2000,in the early 70's.
  Reading other reviews they are in the main accurate.
  Get a 50% ski pass reduction (outside school holidays)by logging on to their website on a Tuesday at 9.00am (8.00 local),and choose Vente Flash.
  For apartment rental France Location offers very good value.
  Hotel Druos is run now by a family who have a large Ski shop in the resort and is now fully renovated. Don't be put off by the 2* rating.
  Over the years Cow Club, on the piste, offers good value, both for lunch and dinner.

• March 23, 2011
  Louise from United Kingdom
  

  Really interesting reading the reviews, especially from those from English speaking countries. I've been living here since 18 December so I hope my review's fairly accurate! Firstly the skiing. Having been here for over 3 months & skiing most days, I can safely say it's a wonderful resort. It either snows or it's sunny - fact. It has one of the best snow records of all of France, which I can personally vouch for & often snows more than forecast. The slopes are immaculately groomed & for those that say it's boring & you can ski it in a day - you clearly have never tried the off-piste. As a veteran of Chamonix, Val D'Isere etc, yes, they are bigger but the resort offers some stunning off-piste & tree skiing, easily accessible from the slopes. As for the level of ski instruction, we have some of France's top skiers here & Isola just came 3rd in the inter ESF junior champs, so we can mix it with the big guys. If you are an average one week a year skier with limited off-piste skills then being confined to the runs will limit your enjoyment as it is small, so ideal for long weekends with such easy & cheap access from Nice. If you are a beginner, it is fantastic as everything is linked & the slopes are accurately graded - no Val D'Isere 'blues' here!! So you can't really get into trouble. And there are a few cracking little restaurants here too. Also, there are hardly ever any queues on the lifts except at peak holiday times when the main resort return lifts can take you a few minutes to get through. The downside - the accommodation is the pits! No getting away from it. The resort was built in the early 70s so is a concrete carbuncle & most of the hotels/lettings have had little done to them since - dire. Even the better ones are very cheaply finished & poorly maintained/serviced. Don't be fooled by the 4* rating of one hotel either - think that rating must be from the 70s too! Such a shame but it keeps the crowds away!! The resort buildings/accommodation & management really does let the place down, however, due to a long running dispute, this will not change anytime soon, so it's a case of grin & hear it! So in summary, great little long weekend resort, you won't want to stay in the accommodation any longer anyway!! Finally, a word on friendliness, well I speak French & have made some fantastic friends here but yes, like any French resort, the 'service culture' has yet to arrive for many - but it's worse at EuroDisney, trust me! However, I have cringed on a couple of occasions when I have heard how English speakers treat the French - they are people too!! If you can't be bothered to learn the French for please & thank you, then go to the States!

• January 15, 2011
  alex from France
  

  Isola 2000 is definitely the best resort in that area, better than Auron because the lifts are quicker/better and the slopes are wider. The weather is usually better than in the French Alps and every time I have been the snow has been better as well. This, combined with the sights and restaurants that Nice has to offer, makes it a definite winner. The only drawback I find is the windy 1.5 hour drive that will make many kids quite dizzy in the back, so make sure you bring some medicine to counteract motion sickness.

• December 08, 2010
  Arthur Heine from Netherlands
  

  Been to Isola 2000 twice and absolutely worth the 4 day trip. The flight to Nice combined with the 1.5 hour drive up the mountain is for sure shorter then the regular 9 hours drive to other places in the Alps from Amsterdam. (Definitely less boring and exhaustive.)
  The combination of palm trees at the airport and snow on arrival up mountain makes it quite an extra ordinary visit.
  The Mediterranean Sea is often responsible for serious snow dumps early in the ski season. The total length of pistes is for sure not comparable to Tignes or Val Thorens. But the 85 euros for a 4 day ski pass, excellent food and the convenience to get there, make it a lovely get away for a long weekend. According to me it's one of the best (public) winter secrets so close to the Mediterranean Sea. One thing is really important to do there: reserve a table before dining!

• April 13, 2010
  Rune Christensen from Denmark
  

  Just arrived back from a great holiday in Isola 2000. For me, as a beginner on skis, this place is ideal with a lot of wide slopes where you can improve your skills. But also the rest of the party who are experienced on skis found it to be very nice. No waiting time at the lifts so plenty of skiing!

  We stayed at Les Adrets II, which is a very basic apartment accomodation but it had everything we needed and there was a very friendly atmosphere. And then it is only 50m from the shops and the slopes.

  We even tested the medical centre (no ski accident) and also there we were met by an efficient doctor with qualified help.

  If you are looking for the great after ski parties this is not the place. But if you like to sit down to have a beer or a glass of wine and maybe watch a football match this place (Isola 2000) offers several options.

• December 07, 2009
  Barry Bethel from United Kingdom
  

  We first visited Isola 2000 in 1997 (4.5 metres of snow at the top that year !) and since buying a couple of weeks there we have been every year since. It is truly a magical place. A small heaven in the Southern Alps for sun worshipers. An oasis for powder hunters and one of the best resorts around for kids and beginners.

  We have been at every time of year. I have never waited for than 10 minutes for a lift, school holidays or not. Lift passes don't require a second mortgage to be taken out either.

  Upon arriving at Nice airport you get the bus at 1 Euro per person...yes that's right... 1 Euro per person... up to resort at 2000m. The nightlife is limited, but the skiing and the sun are spectacular.

  As someone who has worked whole seasons in the 3 Valleys and visited every Alpine resort of any note, Isola 2000 is right up there with the best. If you have a family learning then go to Isola...but be prepared to truly hook them with the skiing bug for life as they will have been well and truly spoiled !

• December 04, 2009
  George Cook from United Kingdom
  

  We ski every year in Meribel for a week and as often as possible in Isola 2000 as we have a studio in Nice.
  We love both resorts, Meribel for the long spectacular runs and Isola 2000 for the sheer exhilaration of constant skiing without queueing and the convenience of catching the bus from Nice; either the early morning one, the 30 euro cost of which includes a ski pass for the day, or the later scheduled one which costs 2 euros return and allows half a days skiing. The resort is ideal for young families with some wide easy runs low down and tougher runs at the top for the ambitious members of the family.

• March 02, 2009
  Ian Wilson from United Kingdom
  

  Had a great family holiday at Isola 2000. I had been concerned after I had read some of the comments on the web page. This was our 4th family ski holiday (children 16 and 17) although I have skied for many years. The snow conditions were fabulous. Cold temperatures meant we did not see or hear ice for the week. Wall to wall sunshine everyday.
  The biggest surprise was the lack of people. We skied over the half-term week in England (14th to 21st Feb) and did not have to queue for a single lift at Isola 2000 all week. I have spoken to friends who went to the northern Alps and the queues were as big as ever so you can't blame the economic state of things.
  For a budget holiday (flew cheap to Nice) this can't be beaten. Hire a car for the family and stock up at the supermarket as you leave Nice (it's the only one on route) The skiing is brilliant for blue and red level. If you are after challenge after challenge it won't be for you.
  One tip: even though the slopes were empty, if you intend eating out book a table. All the restaurants were packed every night.
  The strangest part was leaving the resort (Isola 2000) on the last day with 2 metres of snow piled round the apartment and at -7 degrees. 2 hours later we were sat on the beach in Cannes paddling in the Med and 'people watching' before the short flight home.

• February 24, 2009
  Lucy Li from Australia
  

  Don't go to Isola 2000 during the French holidays as the queues are terrible. It seems each village has separate holidays throughout the year. I would call Isola 2000 a village not a resort as I did all the runs in one day. It may be cheaper than Tignes but you get what you pay for. I would prefer to spend a little extra and have a memorable skiing holiday than go for the cheap alternative and be frustrated for a week. Maybe if I lived in Nice I would do the the occasional day trip but no more.
  My advise is: don't waste your money. Spend a little extra and go to a proper resort and discover what skiing is really about.

• January 27, 2009
  James from United Kingdom
  

  I have just returned from Isola 2000 after 4 days of the best boarding/skiing that the group of 9 had ever had.
  The conditions on the snow were great: over 2.50m of snow on the mountains and 1.50m - pistes being bashed at night with 10cms of fresh snow in the morning. No need to go off-piste.
  The lack of waiting at lifts was great. We only had a bun fight on two occasions on the Sunday. It is limited on black runs at Isola 2000 but the good skiers and boarders in the group loved the reds and what blacks there were.
  I would recommend it for a 3-4 day break. If you want more challenging skiing you could pop to Auron; about 40mins away from Isola 2000.
  Sitting at my desk on a Tuesday, I want to be back in that powder.

• January 24, 2009
  David Turner from United Kingdom
  

  Isola 2000 resort cannot be compared to Tignes? I'm a regular in Tignes and I love it, but I think it's a little unfair to try to put them in the same category. The resort is half the size of Tignes, but likewise, the lift pass is half the price. If people want more of a challenge don't go here. It doesn't take a huge amount of intelligence to read a website and decipher that 5 black runs probably suggests it's not an experts paradise. Yes, you can ski all the runs in a day, but the same could be said for more high profile resorts such as Courmayeur, and you won't pay nearly as much for anything in Isola 2000. The transfer from Nice only costs one euro. Roll on Wednesday, I'll be flying to Nice again to enjoy the biggest snow dump in the French Alps (have a look at historical snow... you'll see what I mean.)

• January 06, 2009
  Russ and Graz from United Kingdom
  

  We had a fabulous week in Isola 2000 the week before Xmas with record snow falls. Three metres of snow fell within the week and there was an amazing amount of powder snow to play in. We have been skiing for the last 25 years at various resorts both in Europe and America and have found Isola 2000 a brilliant resort. Some people say they can ski it in a day, which is true, and that’s because there are no queues at the lifts and no long road runs to get you from one lift to another, just lots of skiing. We’ve been going to Isola 2000 three times a year for the last three years, in early December, February and early April and the snow conditions have always been superb. We stay in a self catering ski chalet with spectacular scenery and just a few minutes walk to the slopes, skichaletisola.co.uk Flights are to Nice airport, which is the second largest airport, after Paris, in France. The latest news is that Isola is hopeing to get the 2018 Winter Olympics. That proves it must be good.

• December 09, 2008
  Roberto from Italy
  

  Hey folks. It seems you have a great problem with the meaning of ski resort... It's very, very funny to hear your comments about Isola 2000. What's your level of knowing about a ski resort? Very poor I think.
  Isola 2000 is a small ski resort. How can you compare it with Tignes or something? On this site (very, very good site), there is a great specification about the number of slopes and an accurate map of the resort, so, there is no problems. Problems come when you don't know nothing about what is a ski resort. Simply, Isola 2000 is the closest ski resort to the sea, and the city of Nice, Limone Piemonte and Valberg too, but these are all small resorts, not comparable with the others great ski resort of the Alps. Normally, the snow on Isola 2000 is at "rendez-vous" because of the altitude of the resort, the snowfall is huge on primetemps and early season because of the particular position of the resort (close to sea) but not all seasons are the same. Look with attention at the snow falling history and at the temperature. I repeat, Isola 2000 is very close to the sea and it's normal that this has an influence on the temperature and the snow falling. And, I suggest to also not book on the French school Holiday. Why? Because the entire region goes to Isola 2000 for ski and it became an hell on the route.
  This site is very accurate, you have only to make attention on what you search and not simply on what you hope...
  And I'm Italian. When I go to England or France or simply outside my country, I have not the pretension or the claim of all the world speak Italian or English or French or a language that I know. It's not very cool to tell in a comment what you say about French hospitality because is totally wrong, and I repeat, I'm Italian, not French.
  Finally, I apologize with all of you for my English, but I make my best. Try to make the same on your next foreign holiday and smile. Good Bye.

• December 04, 2008
  George Ferns from France
  

  Hello,
  Had a ripper of a day last Sunday 30/11/08 at Isola 2000. The resort was open and it had dumped all day and the night before. At 1 hr 30 from our place in Cannes; irressistable. Freshies all day long and no sign of the jet set - yet!
  Village is non-descript and I wouldn't want to spend a week unless a beginner. but the off-piste is, I promise, not bad at all, trees being lotsa fun, more so when it's all to yourself.
  Friendly lifties and a decent mtn snack bar help a lot. With the major crowds at Isola 2000 though, I'd think twice about it. Last but not least, if you like your access routes extremely twisted and fancy a drive up avalanche valley, you'll love it!

• November 16, 2008
  Fred Barnes from United Kingdom
  

  Snow was actually pretty nice for the first few days but it didn't snow when we were there so got icier and icier. A few fun runs behind the village but other than that very limited. Skied all the runs in two days. Off piste didn't exist, snow park rubbish, night life, nil.
  Having said all that I had an amazing holiday simply because I was with friends, so even though the resort is a 5 out 10 (or less) you can have fun.

• September 24, 2008
  gunti from Belgium
  

  Isola 2000 is top. We've been there with group of friends and children of different ages in hotel Le Pas du Loup. Nice resort, ok. it's not like Tignes etc. but the slopes are wide and nice and of all levels. Great hotel all inclusive and very cheap. Looking forward for eastern 2009 already booked yeeaah

• March 26, 2008
  jimmy from United Kingdom
  

  I'm very sorry to say, but whoever rates this resort as good has obviously never been to a good resort. Some people have started to realize this, like jeny braidy, who I agree with in saying this resort is dull and boring. It is only for the limited mind and skier. The slopes and snow are so bad, I'd prefer to ski at the indoor slopes at Milton Keynes or even just dry slopes. Take my advice and don't even book the flight!

• March 12, 2008
  Shaun Wallace from United Kingdom
  

  Sorry editor, I disagree. I looked on your forecast the day I left for the trip and every day for 2 weeks prior to that. Before leaving, your site had not forecasted the 1st dump, or the 2nd dump, which made us feel that the snow would not be that good, this is why it came as a surprise when the hire car people told us to take snow chains as the resort had had 15cm of snow the day before (1st dump). I have also looked on your site every day since coming back as I am off again in 10 days, again your site missed the 15cm that fell over the last 36hrs. As I am not a full member I have no access to a "hindcast" but I still have friends in the resort. That said, I still think you have a great site.

• March 10, 2008
  Shaun Wallace from United Kingdom
  

  Just got back from spending a few days in Isola. Interesting facts: I arrived on Wednesday 5th March, this website said the resort had not seen snow for a week and that there would be no snow for the following 5 days. It actually snowed 15cm on 4th March. It then snowed for a full 24 hrs laying down 30cm on the 7th. The whole resort was turned into 1 massive powder bowl.
  I ski this resort every year for 4 days with friends. The resort is not the prettiest or particularly friendly. However, I have skied a lot of French resorts and find them all the same in terms of there attitude to the English. This resort is good fun for a few days with some great food, however, if you just like eating up the miles (boring) rather than just enjoying your friends company and having some fun, this resort is not for you. I am back again in two weeks with a group of 17 mixed ability skiers and boarders.
  [Editors comments. Our snow reports for Isola come from Skiclub of Great Britain. Reports are only as reliable as whatever source is available and we encourage independent reporters wherever possible. Sorry if we were not reliable in this case. However, our forecasts for Isola over this period were very accurate. Members can verify this using our hindcast service in the historical snow section for Isola. You will see that our forecast predicted 12cm of snow on March 4th (Shaun reports 15cm fell) and 23cm total for 6th/7th (versus 30cm reported). Although we don't archive every single forecast, only the accurate short-range ones, in this case it certainly seems as if these were close to predicting what happened]

• March 06, 2008
  Jeny Braidy from United Kingdom
  

  What a disappointment! Went on the strength of some good reviews and wish I had gone somewhere bigger. Skied the mountain on day 1...the entire mountain...and still had time for a long lunch. Days 2-7 were frankly boring and dull. If you have never skied before it may keep your interest for 2-3 days at the most, which is probably why even the locals only use it at weekends. Unwelcoming...horrible accommodation...and dull! dull! dull!

• March 06, 2008
  Angus from United Kingdom
  

  Save yourself some money and go to Tignes. As much as I thought Isola represented good value, when I got there it was a different story. Disappointing skiing and poor instructors...mine even fell over!! Even though I speak fluent French it was clear that the English are tolerated for their money...frankly, I would rather give mine where it is more welcome.

• February 24, 2008
  tim from United Kingdom
  

  I've recently been to Isola 2000 and was very disappointed. The snow was some of the worst Ive seen! I went in February and we were skiing in slush early in the morning. It wasn't even freezing at night! The resort is extremely small and doesn't usually have enough snow to open all the runs. It isn't a challenging resort with very poor red and black runs. It is only good if it's your first time on skis.
  Everything is over priced, you're looking at 5 Euros for a can of coke, if you can order in French as English is not spoken.

• February 19, 2008
  jon gilbert from United Kingdom
  

  Hi, I have just been to Isola. Snow was great and I didn't want to leave. I went last year as well and some pistes were closed but this year there were none at all closed, it was brilliant. It was a really friendly resort and great for intermidiate skiers, like me, with a variation of different runs.
  There are not so many British tourists so it helps if you speak a bit of French. It's great and easy to get to with flights from the UK to Nice and you can even get a coach ride up the mountain from the airport which is really easy. So go to Isola.

• February 01, 2008
  Fraser from Ireland
  

  What can you say about Isola 2000. The skiing is first class for a resort that you've never heard of and won't if you ski through a tour operator - it does look like a throw back to the 70's big concrete square buildings though there is certainly an effort to cover the concrete but its not pretty. Accommodation we had was ok and fine for what we wanted.
  But the main thing was that the skiing is generally first class (that's my opinion) - runs are groomed and has everything you need as an intermediate skier - nice red runs, nice blues and a couple of black runs for when the adrenalin is really pumping and the bravery is at its best.
  The skiing is also divided into 3 sections - there is a section directly above the ski station, accessed by cable car, another behind the main station accessed by slow 2 man chair or fast 6 man chair, then the final and best section is accessed by cable car at the bottom of the beginners area. This has the best skiing and you could spend the day out there as lunch is available.
  Seemed to me if you go outside the main holiday season of Feb, then the slopes are empty aside of weekends, the downside is the nightlife if you are into that - as there is none ............
  Access to the resort is easy - fly to Nice and drive, really nice drive through the mountains and it is spectacular if you dare look - we were lucky as no new snow had fallen for around 10 days but would say if the snow is falling then it would be a very interesting drive even with chains ........... practice your French as English is not widely spoken and go enjoy !!!!
  Overall rating - great skiing, great value - limited eating and drinking ......... therefore loads of sleep and plenty of energy for skiing ...........

• January 18, 2008
  Melanie Reed from United Kingdom
  

  Fabulous holiday in Isola 2000. EasyJet flights from the UK to Nice and easy drive up the mountain with stunning views. There's even a bus which you catch right outside the airport if you're on an economy holiday. Accommodation, 1st class. Booked through Resort Solutions in the UK at an unbelievable price. Snow is fantastic this year and everything right on your door step. Best beginners slopes I've ever seen and equally challenging black runs.

• January 09, 2008
  Cuba from United Kingdom
  

  Just read the other reviews of Isola2000 and have to say I agree and have been impressed with this resort year in year out. It is susceptible to thawing out pretty quick when there hasn't been much in the way of snow fall (i.e last year) but it's chilled out atmosphere has brought me back 3 years running. The snow looks ace this year and I'm back off there in a few weeks - doing a long weekend and staying in Nice. The run to Isola from Nice (avalanches permitting) is real quick and easy!

• January 03, 2008
  Rich from United Kingdom
  

  Went to Isola 22nd Dec to 29th Dec. Snowed 1st 2 days of the week then sunny for the rest. Perfect conditions really and nearly all the runs open. Bit rocky on one or two lower slopes and the blacks weren't open but other than that a great weeks ski due to the early winter falls. No media types jumping on the "global warming has caused bad ski conditions" bandwagon of last year. When will people learn global warming doesn't exist and it's all cyclical?!? The bar near the big Sherpa with music had great food and booze, service was ok from Lewis Hamilton, obviously spending his off-season working as a waiter in Isola. Nut-case bus driver on the 750 from Nice airport yet again and the bus like a fridge as per, funicular as 'fun' as ever. Pretty good really then, get into the other valley asap for empty slopes!!

  [editor: thanks for the review Rich. We see a lot of climate data here at snow-forecast HQ and we all have phd's in geophysics too. Despite the relatively good ski season, in our opinion, there is growing evidence to support global warming caused by humans. Enjoy the snow while it lasts and see you over on slush-forecast.com in a few years]