Big Tax Scandal ~ Luxurious Abandoned Hotel in the French Alps

[@kangirigungi]

It's good to see that while surely many explorers have been in this place, there is no sign of vandalism.

[@BrosOfDecay]

I completely agree!

[@eileennovak1656]

Seizing a charming hotel and letting it rot is far bigger crime than Mr. Marcel's tax evasion. What a shame. Banging tour Bros! 🎊Happy New Year 🥂

[@ranisrikumar5735]

Exactly! I wanted to comment just this…. Heartbreaking indeed in all sense. Sealed but all files exposed 🤔

[@cajunshine]

You have such a calming voice. Love all the respect you show and the gentleness and care you have for each explore. 🥰❤

[@debbieschultz9768]

Such a beautiful place. This is a good lesson, going for more money can, as in this situation, make you loose everything. He obviously put a lot of hard work into this hotel. Watching it rot away is so painful to see. Thank you for this amazing video.

[@j.whiteoak6408]

It's true that greed is not profitable. But this hotel clearly was. And in the government's haste to prosecute the owner, it seems they shot themselves in the foot,along with many other people. I can only form an opinion based on the limited information we have about the situation, but why would the French government confiscate all of his assets and throw him in prison - only to close his very profitable hotel down and put hundreds of employees out of work? Why did they not even employ the services of a reputable company to act as receivers? - IE to run the hotel at a profit on behalf of the government until such time as a buyer or a group of investors could be found to take it over? Just closing it down put hundreds of people out of work who would have otherwise paid a lot of money in income taxes and funded their retirement, plus their wages would have been of great benefit to the town (and to the whole economy!) as they'd spend their earnings in the community on food, shelter, utilities, clothing/footwear/accessories etc, and everything else would have been absorbed into other community areas by way of payment for leisure activities of their individual choice - that's just how economies in developed countries work (what goes around, comes around). And the hotel itself would have generated a lot of tax FOR the government itself, and a lot more money for local businesses - for produce and wines for the restaurant, and apart from regular hotel staff they would require the services of other locals as well, such as decorators, artisans & craftsmen to keep the furnishings in good condition, for example - and repairs and maintenance people, for horticulturalists to keep the grounds and gardens up to date, etc etc etc ... What an utter waste to the community it was for the government to simply prosecute the owner and confiscate his property - and then do absolutely nothing with it! They actually punished the whole town as a result of their efforts to punish one person..And now the government is also responsible for the environmental damage that the decaying building will cause, as well as any personal injuries it will inevitably cause to citizens who enter the property unawares of the dangers it presents...and they must also now pay for its ultimate demolition...smh. But as I said, I can only go by the information we've been given - but it seems anyone would arrive at the same conclusion. I wonder what others think about it?

[@ranisrikumar5735]

You have said it complete. Was v sad seeing the condition of that beautiful hotel which even won an award from govt! Thanks for your detailed suggestions, as you said we have only limited information

[@gwencasados4741]

I also loved the heaven room. That had the most beautiful bed than any other room! Amazing exploration Lesley. Thank you for all you and your team do to give these places one more breath of life!

[@reneejohnson7778]

This would have been a wonderful home for Senior Living. It's to bad the courts/owner could not see it's full potential. Get well soon Lesley. Happy New Years to you and your crew. From Florida, USA

[@willyegger4488]

Heyy dear Lesley, I am always amazed to hear these background stories from you. It's very interesting how closely the well being of such a location like this hotel is connected to the actions of the former owner, who was sadly involved in a scandal, so that his life project just collapsed forever. - Of course such a story always leads me to the question: What has eventually happened to the staff of such a place, because usually a hotel of this caliber has also quite an amount of trained personel taking care of the location. Did they simply loose their jobs, - and how did they find a new one?!? - Great video dear Lesley, as always, because every time, when you explore such an amazing abandoned location, you give with your vivid imagination new life to the place. Simply amazing, my friend! - That is exactly the reason, why I love watching your videos so much, because they always have this very unique - as I would call it - "Lesleyisch" touch. - It was fascinating to see how untouched a lot of rooms were. The whole hotel had a true time capsule vibe! - I especially loved that wonderful gorgeous chandelier in the great hall, and naturally the swimming pool. - It's such a shame, that no kind of repurpuse could be found for this hotel. Wishing you a wonderful trip in the USA and many new inspirations. God bless you and Maureno on all your ways. Stay safe, my dear bro, peace many hugs and kindest regards to you and to Maureno and of course also to your adorable brother Jordy. Additionally: Many many congrats for even surpassing now the 300000 subscribers. - How greeat is that! Wonderful!

[@marcosgarcia2643]

I like these stories about the place, what happened with the owner. Not always we have the history as happened in this episode. Just by looking the historical place, a sadness feeling arrives.

[@annevan8836]

Gosh! what a beautiful hotel n what a waste. I love d way u go into details n how u respected everything. Love watching ur videos. Keep safe.

[@jilldavis7229]

Once beautiful place!!! Sad that it has gone into such disrepair 😢 It is very sad that the furniture, lamps, lighting fixtures can’t be saved & sold or donated & reused again 😢 I hate to see any usable items go to waste😢 Gorgeous scenery 👍 Thank you Leslie for sharing this beautiful location! I loved it ❤️❤️❤️

[@judyingram4846]

Just ran on to your channel today. I love how you tell the history of all the beautiful, beautiful homes, hotels and everything else you show us. The kitchen is so very amazing to me cause I'm a retired lunch lady. Nothing like the hotel cooks cooked but we had a huge mixer big double ovens and a 10 burner stove and alot more big stuff. Thank you so much for all your stories that tell about the places you show us as you walk through and video them. Love it all and your wonderful voice.❤️🙏❤️

[@gaylewilliamson9183]

Such a waste.The courts should be ashamed,they could sell it or something,not let it rot.The place is beautiful The best wishes for a happy new year to you Leslie and Jordy.live from Oklahoma 👍🇺🇸❤️

[@rosebud7722]

Merry Christmas Lesley and everyone else 🎄. Excited about this one! Love to journey into places that had been abandoned..especially places that had been left with everything inside. This place is massive and I bet gorgeous in its days before it started to decay..that fireplace in the beginning is humongous and beautiful. My heart just drops everytime I see places like this. The history and story behind it is so sad..Lesley I'm never disappointed traveling with you guys into great finds like this one!! Stay safe healthy and blessed into your next adventure!! 😊 (drink some tea with honey and lemon. Feel better)

[@clivemacken7060]

Merry Christmas rose bud

[@jomama5186]

You all are so awesome. I hope you all had a wonderful Christmas and I wish you all the very best of the New Year! How beautiful! And what is sad fate for this place, to sit unappreciated :(

[@priscylaoliveira7321]

I loved this hotel...especially the cozy little room that seemed to be the cheapest of them...I can imagine myself staying alone to have a moment of peace and relaxation in this place that unfortunately has been closed since I was only 10 years old.

[@robertabessey7990]

We very much enjoy your videos. It's wonderful that a young person such as yourself appreciates the history behind the properties that you share with us. You seem like a very nice young man. Thank you for all your hard work. My husband and I just binge watched most of your channel. Still a few more to go. Lol

[@janiebrossmann1178]

Very interesting yet sad knowing the reason why it was abandoned 😢 it’s proof that horrible wrongdoings can destroy lives and businesses as well😱

[@dorothyhere2945]

Im drooling over all the beautiful floral patterns and the beds!!! Absolutely gorgeous!! Thank you so much for this tour 😍

[@cindyhazelton9683]

I'm not sure but the room on the 3rd floor with the huge beautiful bed frame may have been a master suite...unless it is in one of the locked doors. The place was lovely and I appreciated the tour very much.

[@julieshepherd5989]

Love this Hotel!, please take care of yourself, mold is bad, I'm sure that you know that, I love the beautiful old houses and castles much better. Thanks for sharing another great video, be well, and Happy New Year!, you're awesome 😊🌹🌻

[@suzannebirkholz8757]

This was a very interesting explore, beautiful locale and quaint hotel. Thanks for taking me along on your tour of this wonderful place. Hope your Christmas was nice.

[@seagoat52]

Sweet Lesley now you can add mountain climbing to your list of talents! I feel bad you were sick and still drove six hours to document this place. Your respect for all things is admirable and so very wonderful! I just adore you. ♥️🥰🇺🇸

[@patrawish874]

That mountain lodge had a wonderful dining hall, giant fireplace and to look at it from all sides upstairs. The kitchen was impressive also. I really enjoyed seeing how they decorate their hotel compared to the US, it is really pretty. Thank you.

[@manuela-4m]

Wow.🤩I can imagine that dining hall at Christmas time with 🔥 in the fireplace and lighted candles. Beautiful. 🎄🌟

[@chezhaataja]

Merry Christmas Lesley! I love the look of the matching wallpapers to the blankets and awesome wood work on the beds. It gives me idea for my future bed I will build lol I wanted to ask do you have any videos of abandoned barns? My cousin here in Minnesota USA spends alot of his time traveling taking videos of barns. He just loves them. If you have any videos I will forward them to him. God bless you bros!

[@roswernick9432]

I love watching you and all the places you go.You have taught me a lot about historical places. Wish I could meet you in person🌹

[@annabelledumdum4959]

It's so nostalgic. You have done another interesting modern story out of this place or structure! The richness of the lifestyles in those past years are really, really in full view. Very good in finding the old things that are visible but no longer functional since computer technology had already began. Lesley, maybe the stairs up to the 2nd flr. were constructed in the 80's. Be careful throughout your day! Have a cheerful New Year to the whole tribe! Merci.

[@ronaldbailey1972]

It's too bad the french government didn't sell this property, beautiful views. Thanks for showing us this hotel.

[@ramona_rami5643]

So many beautifully designed rooms, I love their colours and style with matching wallpapers and furniture! Thank you for this lovely exploration! I wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! 🎄🎉❤ Stay safe and healthy !!!

[@jmorgan5252]

Merry Christmas Lesley. I imagine this Hotel was once top of the line very nice, hope your visit to the states is going well and you are safe and having a great time

[@nannyofmany8315]

My, how glamorous. Must have been stunning in its day. What a shame it was closed down, never to be reopened! Hotels like this are not found very often any more. Lovely job Lesley. I do love this place!! Thank you. I hope you are enjoying Christmas in America 🤗😁💜

[@ladytamaya4737]

It must be heartbreaking for those who worked there once to know about this video and witness such deterioration 🥺

[@betsybeatty2783]

Six hours----well worth it‼ One of, if not THE best of your explorations---thank you!!! Your (very understandable) frustration about the locked doors cracked me up!!! That explains a lot about why you this---great curiosity. Keep up the good work----love & appreciate you guys. 😍😍😍

[@careyh38]

Absolutely fantastic, Lesley! 😀 Hotels and castles are my favorites. Chandelier is beautiful in the dining area. Flip pages for meeting presentations. Gorgeous swimming pool. I would stay there and mange it.😀 Keep it up the fantastic videos coming. Currently I am drawing my favorite castle😍

[@annsmith4739]

Hi Lesley an friend beautiful place ,happy new year stay well be safe much love Ann uk 🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@kathywebb6606]

So wonderful that it’s not vandalized and graffitied. No way would that happen here in the USA. Thanks for a gorgeous video as usual 💕

[@mymydelilah]

22:43 gray miniature flowers design speaks tranquility @28:28..I like the floweret design of the ceiling lamps..29:05..the room the interior design, wall-mint color, bathroom color-sky blue ->10/10 this is my favorite room among them all... 35:19 the room is spectacular yet but too much..I appreciate u guys for posting this vid..all the struggles, the time/ dough spent in this hotel💔

[@annsmith4739]

Happy new year to all our Sunday family lv Ann uk 🇬🇧🇬🇧❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@robertmanley7556]

Sad to see this beautiful place sit like this .....such a waste it would have been so awesome to have stayed here !! It was in such a peaceful location !! Great video as always !! 👍👍

[@alinamazurkiewicz4407]

Thank you very much! That was great. I am so happy I have found your channel!

[@soothjack979]

It show how the owners give importance and love to his customers the way he designs his bed that you could often see i heart shape

[@binatabarman2591]

You must have enjoyed Christmas very much just the way I enjoy your videos. 😍😍 These videos always take me into another world of imagination, comfort, joy and peace. People with different kinds of nature are around me and they behave wrongly many times,like blaming me even when they themselves are wrong. I feel heartaches, but the moment I watch your documentaries, these give my heart so much peace, smooth honey like soothing effect. Those spectacular views around, magical music, your voice everything makes it worth watching. Each room is uniquely furnished, even wallpapers were peeling off uniformly. Really that looked like another unique design. Spectacular sight from those rooms. These don't look old at all. This place is still so clean even after 27 years of abandonment. Many people are happy with whatever little possession they've, I don't understand why this man was in need of more. Actually it's not need, it's greed that leads people towards wrong path and they lose what they already have. People should realise the real happiness in life. You did great job as always. Take care. Stay blessed, happy and healthy. 😇😇👍👍🙏🙏

[@sarachavez3305]

Que increíble y hermoso lugar ,es triste ver tantos lugares abandonados en el mundo ;me encantan tus videos y los lugares que has mostrado ...espero poder ir algún día y conocer Europa.Soy de Mexico y veo todo lo que subes ,saludos🇲🇽🇲🇽🇲🇽

[@lisamelberger441]

So sad, such a beautiful place, great video

[@ignorethisaccount69]

I'm impressed that despite having been abandoned for almost 30 years, there is not much decay, it's only in a few places but most areas don't have any decay.

[@BobLaw-z7v]

Leslie: Again another wonderful trip through this hotel. It is easy to see how wonderful it was in its day when it was operating. You choose such wonderful places. Keep it up. Bob Law

[@jacquetow9914]

Beautiful it was neat to see the family suite loved the music thank you for sharing it

[@firdausjahan3897]

Wow 😍❤️ it's a beautiful Video ❤️ I love it !!! thanks Leslie for this lovely video 🥰 Greetings from India 🇮🇳🙏

[@theseamstress6315]

Nice explore Leslie, the decay is awesome, I bet the squatters are behind the locked doors.

[@jumaris28]

Wow ! Guys another great video. Thank you for bringing the past to view it as it is. Take care. Greetings from California

[@cssc7280]

I am one of your Arab followers from the Sultanate of Oman. Please translate because I am very happy to describe your words about the place.. Note I like to watch the video while I sleep, it makes me sleep comfortably😴.. I wish you success♥️

[@donna.thankyoulydon2135]

Hello from USA. Your adventures that you take us on is amazing. You do not disappoint. Thank you

[@georginapantoja7962]

Hello Lesley! Really nice 🏨 in France very sad the owner lost everything after doing bad business. Now the place is very decayed mostly for the presence of the mold situation can not made easy someone will reopen the hotel. Stay safe 🙏❤ 😷. Happy New Year 2022! 🎊🎉🥂

[@elizabethshaikhi2735]

I enjoyed watching this video a lot. Thank you BrossofDacay 🙏🥰

[@citizensallianceaustralia2025]

Wishing you, Lesley, and all your fellow Bros, all the best for your 2022 adventures, from all your supporters in the land Down Under.

[@mariksa6946]

Gelukkig nieuwjaar 🎄🎊🍾🌲⛄️🎁👍❤️

[@jenberryartitude]

You have the BEST channel. Thank you for being awesome at what y'all do!

[@marilynwargo6288]

Too bad it was not made into apartments. Sad to see it falling apart. Nice visit. Happy New Year, Lesley! ❄️❄️❄️❄️💙🌙

[@debragat]

Amazing video Leslie! Must have been quite the magnificent place in its day. Greed breeds more greed & money is the root of all evil & now he pays the price. Such a shame someone could not rescue it & return it to its former glory before it decays too much more. Happy New Year to you & friends. Looking forward to your new adventures this year. Travel safe & stay healthy, lots of tea with honey & lemon. Ontario CANADA 🇨🇦

[@roybond5404]

Such a beautiful hotel, such a shame , thank you for the explore 😊

[@СветланаСорокина-ь6э]

Да, когда то это был замечательный отель. Шикарные кровати, постели, обои и зановесочки. Люстра на первом этаже привела меня в восторг👍👍👍. Лесли, вам здоровья и всего самого доброго. Спасибо за обзор. Жду новых видео

[@ricknelsonm]

Happy New year Lesley, Great Video, thank you.

[@ladytamaya4737]

Happy New Year Lesley ! May 2022 bring you, your brother and team continued success in your spectacular researches 🥰

[@elizabethtorres6069]

So far, hard to believe in the inside, that's it's abandoned. The outside does not reflect the inside.. 😦 WOW! This is the CLEANEST swimming pool ever seen in an abandoned hotel. Most of the hotel areas, look quite preserved and still beautiful.

[@exinilda]

Merry Christmas Lesley and bros. Great video!

[@angelynbayansaosalacob5200]

I loved to watch your videos From 🇵🇭 Philippines 🇵🇭 💖 💕 ♥ ❤ 💓 🇵🇭

[@shirleysmith635]

Loves from America 🇺🇸 my friend the chandler is exquisite and I love the fireplace it's mesmerizing sitting by it with a cup of hot chocolate during the winters with a good book, feel better soon 🤗

[@trishbukva1054]

Merry Christmas Lesley, I enjoy your videos,all the best for 2022,look forward to view many more ..

[@judyingram4846]

Beautiful, Beautiful scenery ❤️❤️❤️

[@susanbrown2909]

France is lovely..

[@nesrincakir6813]

Teşekkürler ülkemize geldiğiniz için. Sizi seviyorum, heyecanla videolarınızı türkçe olarakta bekliyorum. ❤

[@sophiacaxucha7247]

Amazing 😻 thank you so much 😊 United Kingdom 🇬🇧

[@kathywilliams5152]

Those flowers must be silk? Because they would have died if not. Odd that in this huge dining room the chairs are just plain wood. The railings above that room are beautiful. Great video!!!

[@doloresgutierrez8050]

merry x'mas bros of decay🎄 stay safe God bless

[@krisstineschmidt184]

HAPPY LOVELY EASILY YEAR EVERYONE!! I. LOVE YOUR VIDEOS.THANKS ALOT IM HAPPY TROUGH YOU I CAN PARTICIPATE TO THE ADVENTURE!!!

[@carolineross9811]

I hope you had a very Merry Christmas. Thank you for bringing us along. I really enjoy your videos.

[@dorothyjones1129]

I really enjoyed this Hotel thankyou Lesley

[@mariainesvicario]

Merry Christmas Lesley hermoso hotel . saludos desde argentina!!!

[@Tabbycat7219]

It doesn’t have very much dust on the tables for being abandoned for 27 years. Impressive.

[@simplelifeden]

that crossed my mind as well, seems that they are showing this place now as a museum. Most likely it's not official

[@anitarodriguez9955]

Views are so beautiful!!

[@joangravel2436]

Awesome hotel enjoyed watching thanks 👍

[@clairesims7275]

Nice place, what a shame it being left to go like that. Would have been a lovely place to stay back in the day 🌹

[@n3wfie222]

Merry Christmas Leslie and hope you have a wonderful new year

[@anilhettiarachchi]

I really love your channel you are so likable .

[@elizabethtorres6069]

🍃The Heaven bed is the best🍃 Imagine waking up, with the mountain🏞 view in front of you, with the sounds of birds🐦🎶 chirping.. Yeah, definitely the best room in Le Grand Hotel. Thank you Lesley, and I hope you feel better.. You need some old fashion Chicken Soup served with fresh warm French bread.🍃

[@Oslo-i4f]

Merry Christmas. Thank you.

[@Sparose3]

That chandelier is amazing! Very beautiful!

[@florgallegos6692]

Magnífico hermoso es una lástima que este sin uso felicitaciones una vez más

[@marialabridis3804]

Merry Christmas Leslie always very interesting presentation

[@f.e.parker4855]

Governments are so stupid. A far better solution would have been to administrate the hotel’s continued business with profits being applied to taxes owed. Then there is the sacrifice of such beauty and quality. Considering it’s been abandoned for so long, it’s amazingly well maintained. The dining tables are set & appear to be dust free, beds made up and so many of the accoutrements remain intact. Shame. Thank you for sharing this amazing structure and its story. 🙏

[@christianehuber1145]

The chandelier in the dining room is awesome. The fact that each room has an individual character is actually very nice. And the view is breathtaking. Too bad that no new investor can be found. Of course you have to renovate and modernize a lot, but the location could be a gold mine if a new buyer doesn't play dumb.

[@milenaosorio8762]

Excellent! Merry Christmas for all.

[@kd2432]

Merry Christmas & Happy New Year, thank you for taking the time to take us back in history again. I love history but as others have commented I too hate to see that the government & its system has no way of keeping it running rather than losing everything to decay. One would think that some of the "money problems" that Mr. Marcel was in could have been recouped by the family or France by selling off items or keeping it running. I however am not an attorney & do not know the laws of France & all it entails to be able to auction off items or properties' or keep it running as the gorgeous hotel it was in its heyday. Safe travels.

[@cajunangel4894]

I’m sure that Mr Marcel was truly an honest man who worked hard to build this magnificent Hotel and the evil corrupt government forced him out of business by accusing him of something they probably did All the Truth will be revealed soon and the corrupt evil government will answer for their involvement Don’t want to go to far into the possibilities of what happen here but it’s not gonna be pretty GOD WINS THIS WAR / THE BEST IS YET TO COME / WWG1 WGA

[@suzannereina4791]

This was a great find. It is too bad that the government could not use the property for something. Thanks for such a great guide throughout the hotel.I am looking forward to the next adventure.

[@katsmeow123]

Just discovered your channel, I am hooked. 👍

[@lotusdolphin]

Pretty cool hotel. The rooms were definitely unremarkable but the pool and that area was nice. Must’ve been nice to film something different. Hope you had a merry Christmas Leslie. I wish you a very happy, healthy, and adventure filled new year!💜🎄🤟🏻😎⛄️❄️🇺🇸

[@cynthiatomblin5427]

Hi Lesley. It was a beautiful hotel. Before it decay.hope you are feeling better. Great video stay safe. Happy new year🎉🎆👍🏻❤️🔥🥰👏🏻

[@Ksthedreamer]

Happy Christmas lesley x

[@DesertStarTheJku]

Wauw! What beautiful scenery there!

[@madeleineqiex6327]

It's very AustroHungarian furniture and styling, including the Chandelier above the Dancefloor, and Tirolian red/White Coffee Haus area off the dining room and then the Tyrollean Austrian Beer Haus off the dining room too;... Enjoy

[@phiphirandolph4680]

I hope you are feeling better. Take ❤ You are always show gracious to show all your viewers these Amazing sites.

[@goldsteel1942]

MERRY CHRISTMAS & HAPPY NEW YEAR