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Le Faranchin

2.0 star property
Mountain ski retreat with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Front of property
Daily buffet breakfast (EUR 13 per person)
Double Room
Lobby sitting area
Bar (on property)

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$203
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept

Explore the area

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Route Du Lautaret, Villar-d'Arene, Hautes Alpes, 05480
  • Place, La Grave Ski Resort
  • Place, Glaciers de la Meije Gondola
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Alpine Botanical Garden of Lautaret
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Double Room

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 18 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room

Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • 12 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Villar-d'Arene

At Le Faranchin you'll be 3.4 km (2.1 mi) from La Grave Ski Resort and 3.5 km (2.2 mi) from Glaciers de la Meije Gondola. Highlights at this ski hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .Le Faranchin is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, ski storage and ski passes. Buffet breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM. .With a stay at this Villar-d'Arene hotel, you'll be 17.4 km (10.8 mi) from Les Deux Alpes Ski Resort and 36.1 km (22.4 mi) from Alpe d'Huez.

What's nearby

  • Glaciers de la Meije Gondola - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Alpine Botanical Garden of Lautaret - 6 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Col du Galibier - 12 min drive - 13.4 km
  • Les Deux Alpes Ski Resort - 25 min drive - 25.1 km
  • Valloire Galibier Ski Resort - 32 min drive - 26.7 km

Getting around

  • Briancon (XBC-Briancon Train Station) - 46 min drive
  • Grenoble (GNB-Grenoble - Isere) - 117 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Café de la ferme - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Le Faranchin - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Les Glaciers - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Le Pas de l'âne - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪bistro de la meije - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Le Faranchin

Mountain ski retreat with restaurant and bar/lounge
Le Faranchin helps provide the perfect winter holiday with ski storage and ski passes. When the sun goes down, sip après-ski drinks in the hotel's bar.

There's a restaurant on site. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.

This Villar-d'Arene hotel is smoke free.

  • 33 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Ski lift tickets
  • Ski equipment storage
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Le Faranchin offers 33 accommodations with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. An iron/ironing board, change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Cots/infant beds (complimentary) are also available. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 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

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 6 October to 26 December:
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Dining venue
  • Parking area

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 8.00 per pet, per day
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • 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 0.70 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 13 for adults and from EUR 6 for children
  • Pet fee: EUR 8.00 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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, debit 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 major credit cards, ANCV Cheques-vacances and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit 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 major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, Eurocard, ANCV Chèques-vacances and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

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.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact 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

Faranchin
Faranchin Hotel
Faranchin Hotel Villar-d'Arene
Faranchin Villar-d'Arene
Le Faranchin Hotel Restaurant France
Le Faranchin Hotel
Le Faranchin Villar-d'Arene
Le Faranchin Hotel Villar-d'Arene

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Le Faranchin?

Le Faranchin offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Le Faranchin?

As of 26 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Le Faranchin on 28 Sept 2025 start from AU$200.57, 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 Le Faranchin?

Yep, Le Faranchin has a free self car park.

Is Le Faranchin family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as babysitting services, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Le Faranchin is a hit with families.

Does Le Faranchin serve breakfast?

Yep, buffet brekkie is offered daily from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Le Faranchin?

No, Le Faranchin does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Le Faranchin?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. The dining venue is closed seasonally each year from October 6 until December 26.

What time are check-in & check-out at Le Faranchin?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.