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BRIT HOTEL Essentiel Villefranche-sur-Saône (Ex Balladins) **

2.0 star property

Photo gallery for BRIT HOTEL Essentiel Villefranche-sur-Saône (Ex Balladins) **

A breakfast setting with croissants in a basket and a wooden box, a wicker basket, and a bottle of orange juice on a table.
A neatly made bed with a white pillow and a grey quilted pillow, a white towel, and a wall-mounted light fixture.
Breakfast and dinner served
A parking lot with several cars, a building with a sign, and trees.
An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Bar
The current price is AU$84
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug

Explore the area

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365, Avenue Theodore Braun, Villefranche-sur-Saône, Rhone, 69400
  • Place, Musée Paul Dini
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Parc des Oiseaux
    ‪38 min drive‬
  • Place, Bellecour Square
    ‪53 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lyon (LYS-Saint-Exupery)
    ‪74 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Single Room

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a wardrobe.

Single Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Double Room

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a nightstand, and a painting on the wall.

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Twin Room

A hotel room with two single beds, a wooden headboard, an air conditioning unit, and a window with curtains.

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Double Room

A neatly made bed with a brown headboard, a red pillow, and a white blanket. There is a small table beside the bed with a book and a bottle. The room has light green walls and wooden flooring.

Standard Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Superior Double or Twin Room

A neatly made bed with a white pillow and a grey quilted pillow, a white towel, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

Superior Double or Twin Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Chambre Twin Supérieure

A hotel room with two single beds, a nightstand with a phone and a lamp, a wall-mounted air conditioner, and a framed picture above the beds.

Chambre Twin Supérieure

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a wall-mounted picture, and an air conditioning unit.

Chambre Triple

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

View all photos for Superior Double or Twin Room

A neatly made bed with white linens and towels arranged in a bow shape, a wooden headboard, a nightstand, a wall-mounted air conditioner, and a window with a yellow curtain.

Superior Double or Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds OR 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Villefranche-sur-Saône

At BRIT HOTEL Essentiel Villefranche-sur-Saône (Ex Balladins) **, 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 Brit Hotel, serves French cuisine and is open for breakfast 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

  • Musée Paul Dini - 5 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Parc des Oiseaux - 38 min drive - 34.2 km
  • Bellecour Square - 53 min drive - 36.2 km
  • Part Dieu Mall - 56 min drive - 39.3 km
  • Groupama Stadium - 60 min drive - 49.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪routier le caladois - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Georges Blanc - L'Embarcadere - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Gold & Rolls - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Brooklyn Pub & Diner - ‬4 min drive

About this property

BRIT HOTEL Essentiel Villefranche-sur-Saône (Ex Balladins) **

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 BRIT HOTEL Essentiel Villefranche-sur-Saône (Ex Balladins) **. 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
BRIT HOTEL Essentiel Villefranche-sur-Saône (Ex Balladins) ** offers 50 accommodations with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Internet access
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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 11 for adults and EUR 7 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Restaurant Brit Hotel

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • 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
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Phone
  • 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 9:00 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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.

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 11 for adults and from EUR 7 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 fire extinguisher and 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 fire extinguisher and 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).

Property class

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
initial by balladins Lyon / Villefranche sur Saône
initial by balladins Lyon / Villefranche-sur-Saône Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at BRIT HOTEL Essentiel Villefranche-sur-Saône (Ex Balladins) **?

BRIT HOTEL Essentiel Villefranche-sur-Saône (Ex Balladins) ** offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at BRIT HOTEL Essentiel Villefranche-sur-Saône (Ex Balladins) **?

As of 6 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at BRIT HOTEL Essentiel Villefranche-sur-Saône (Ex Balladins) ** on 9 Aug 2026 start from AU$84, 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 BRIT HOTEL Essentiel Villefranche-sur-Saône (Ex Balladins) **?

Yep, BRIT HOTEL Essentiel Villefranche-sur-Saône (Ex Balladins) ** has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to BRIT HOTEL Essentiel Villefranche-sur-Saône (Ex Balladins) **?

The closest beach to BRIT HOTEL Essentiel Villefranche-sur-Saône (Ex Balladins) ** is Plage du Colombier (3.4 km).

Does BRIT HOTEL Essentiel Villefranche-sur-Saône (Ex Balladins) ** 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 BRIT HOTEL Essentiel Villefranche-sur-Saône (Ex Balladins) **?

No, BRIT HOTEL Essentiel Villefranche-sur-Saône (Ex Balladins) ** does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at BRIT HOTEL Essentiel Villefranche-sur-Saône (Ex Balladins) **?

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 BRIT HOTEL Essentiel Villefranche-sur-Saône (Ex Balladins) **?

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

BRIT HOTEL Essentiel Villefranche-sur-Saône (Ex Balladins) ** Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 172 out of 633 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 287 out of 633 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 116 out of 633 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 40 out of 633 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 633 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Elin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Verry nice hotel, the outside terrace was verry nice place to take a drink and enjoy, the food in the restaurant was ok, and the bathrooms in the room was verry nice and modern.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mary

The price was very good . The service was good in the restaurant. Pleasant stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Just what we needed.

Clean basic room just as we needed. Staff very friendly and helpful. Good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Superb value for money. Marvellous staff - really friendly and enthusiastic , especially the lady serving at dinner! A little care worn on the inside and out, but if you’re looking for value and convenience then this place fits the bill. Decent dinner and breakfast. Free parking, ok for cars, a bit tight if you’ve got a LWB van.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Shelley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room and bedding were clean and fresh. Bed and pillows comfortable. Restaurant was clean, staff were very pleasant, food was good. Info on Expedia should be more clear for people arriving on Sunday. Check-in not until 5. I arrived early, not knowing this, but the staff worked very hard to prepare my room early. Thank you. Also, the restaurant is not open on Sunday. Secure storage for my velo.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Arjan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hele comfortable locatie om te overnachten als je op doorreis bent tegen zeer acceptabele kosten. Ook het eten was heel aangenaam
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gérard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
La chambre était très propre, simple mais fonctionnelle. Le personnel était disponible à toutes nos questions. Le petit déjeuner très copieux, salé - sucré, o'top L'entretien du parking est un peu en bémol. Les espaces verts sont un peu délaissés.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Nicolas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Chambre propre et fonctionnelle Personnel agréable Hôtel un peu vieillot Excellent petit déjeuner
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

alain

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Petit déjeuner très copieux , bonne literie , endroit assez calme , personnel très agréable !!!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Clément

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Très bon accueil Personnel très agréable Chambre petite mais agréable
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marjorie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Les chambres sont propres et ce que je retiens, c est l amabilité du persoonel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Bon accueil Chambre propre correcte mais froide Petit déjeuner parfait Parking accessible Dîner parfait
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Thomas

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
L'hôtel est délabré, malgré de petits travaux de "bricolage". L'hôtel est très bruyant, la VMC de la salle de bain est en panne. L'établissement mérite d'être démoli et reconstruit totalement. J'oubliais, 2 cm de jour sous la porte de ma chambre. Du jamais vu en 15 ans de déplacement. Le personnel est sympathique.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Chambre propre. Douche trop petite et surtout pas de pression c’est horrible. Aucune prise vers les lits.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Vero

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
La salle de bain était très propre, mais la chasse d'eau manque de puissance, ce qui fait qu'on est obligé de tirer plus d'une fois pour évacuer. D'autre part, il semble qu'il y ait une fuite d'eau du côté des toilettes. Autrement, nous sommes satisfait de la chambre, du personnel et de notre soirée étape. Merci bien
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Isabelle

C’était Petit mais suffisamment correct pour passer 1 nuit.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Audrey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Conforme 😉
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Personnel très gentil, mais le confort du lit qui est très raide et plus que limite. Dommage…
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Oui
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Malgré une réservation très tardive, bon accueil, chambre impeccable, literie confortable, salle de bain petite mais fonctionnelle et bien équipée.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Giuseppe

Liked: Staff & service
La chambre n’était pas celle réservée
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Françoise

Oui pour votre question sauf que le prix étais trop élever par rapport au choix et par rapport a ibis budjet et bb
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Henricque

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Odeur dans le couloir vraiment désagréable semblable a de l'urine... Le pain du petit dejeuner n'avait pas un bon gout, portail du parking ne fermant pas...
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

nathalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Très bien
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Florence

Très bien
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025