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initial by balladins Lyon / Villefranche-sur-Saône

2.0 star property
Suburban hotel with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Daily buffet breakfast (EUR 9 per person)
Reception
Property entrance
Desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing, free cots/infant beds
Terrace/patio

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking included
The current price is AU$91
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec

Explore the area

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365, Avenue Theodore Braun, Villefranche-sur-Saône, Rhone, 69400
  • Place, Bledina head office
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Sanctuaire d'Ars
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Shrine of St. John Vianney
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lyon (LYS-Saint-Exupery)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing, free cots/infant beds

Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Wardrobe
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Twin Room

Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Wardrobe
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, blackout curtains, soundproofing, free cots/infant beds

Single Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Wardrobe
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Double or Twin Room

Superior Double or Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Wardrobe
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Villefranche-sur-Saône

At initial by balladins Lyon / Villefranche-sur-Saône, you'll be 2.4 km (1.5 mi) from Musée Paul Dini and 10.8 km (6.7 mi) from Golf Club du Beaujolais. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .The restaurant, Restaurant Balladins, serves French cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and coffee/tea in a common area. Buffet breakfast is available on weekdays between 7 AM and 9:30 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 10 AM. .Sights within a 20-minute drive of this Villefranche-sur-Saône hotel include Claude Bernard Museum and Touro Parc.

What's nearby

  • Bledina head office - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Château of Flecheres - 7 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Golf Club du Beaujolais - 8 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Sanctuaire d'Ars - 9 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Shrine of St. John Vianney - 9 min drive - 8.5 km

Getting around

  • Villefranche-sur-Saône Station - 8 min drive
  • Lyon (LYS-Saint-Exupery) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Centre Routiers tout Riquiqui - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Georges Blanc - L'Embarcadere - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Gold & Rolls - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Memphis Coffee Villefranche sur Saône - ‬3 min drive

About this property

initial by balladins Lyon / Villefranche-sur-Saône

Suburban hotel with restaurant and bar/lounge
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at initial by balladins Lyon / Villefranche-sur-Saône. Self parking is free.

This Villefranche-sur-Saône hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 50 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1989
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Initial by balladins Lyon / Villefranche-sur-Saône offers 50 accommodations with a hairdryer and free toiletries. 80-cm flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include a shower. Cots/infant beds (complimentary) are also available. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10 AM on weekends; EUR 9 for adults and EUR 5 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Restaurant Balladins

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1989
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 80-cm flat-screen TV with digital channels

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open from Monday to Friday (7:00 AM to 10:00 PM), Saturday to Saturday (7:30 AM to 10:00 PM) and Sunday to Sunday (5:00 PM to 9:00 PM)
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Reception hours are 5-9 PM on Sundays and public holidays.

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 29 July to 18 August:
  • Dining venue
The following facilities are closed on Sunday:
  • Restaurant

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 8 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 15 per night.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 1.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 18 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately EUR 9 for adults and from EUR 5 for children
  • Pet fee: EUR 8 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 15 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit or credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Up to 2 children aged 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from the French Tourism Development Agency, ATOUT France.

Property is also known as

Balladins LYON
Balladins LYON VILLEFRANCHE-SUR-SAONE
Hôtel Balladins LYON
Hôtel Balladins LYON VILLEFRANCHE-SUR-SAONE
Hôtel balladins Lyon Villefranche-sur-Saône
balladins Lyon Villefranche-sur-Saône Villefranche-sur-Saone
balladins Lyon Villefranche-sur-Saône
Hôtel ballans Lyon Villefranc
Hôtel Balladins LYON / VILLEFRANCHE SUR SAONE
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at initial by balladins Lyon / Villefranche-sur-Saône?

Initial by balladins Lyon / Villefranche-sur-Saône offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at initial by balladins Lyon / Villefranche-sur-Saône?

As of 1 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at initial by balladins Lyon / Villefranche-sur-Saône on 30 Nov 2025 start from AU$86.99, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at initial by balladins Lyon / Villefranche-sur-Saône?

Yep, initial by balladins Lyon / Villefranche-sur-Saône has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to initial by balladins Lyon / Villefranche-sur-Saône?

The closest beach to initial by balladins Lyon / Villefranche-sur-Saône is Plage du Colombier (3.4 km).

Is initial by balladins Lyon / Villefranche-sur-Saône family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as children's meals, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that initial by balladins Lyon / Villefranche-sur-Saône is a hit with families.

Does initial by balladins Lyon / Villefranche-sur-Saône serve breakfast?

Yep, buffet breakfast is available on weekdays between 7 AM and 9:30 AM and weekends between 7:00 AM and 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at initial by balladins Lyon / Villefranche-sur-Saône?

No, initial by balladins Lyon / Villefranche-sur-Saône does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at initial by balladins Lyon / Villefranche-sur-Saône?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves French cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone? The dining venue is closed on Sunday. The dining venue is closed seasonally each year from July 29 until August 18.

What time are check-in & check-out at initial by balladins Lyon / Villefranche-sur-Saône?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.