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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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Reception
Terrace/patio
Property entrance
Superior Double or Twin Room
Daily buffet breakfast (EUR 8.5 per person)
Reviews
7.8

Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBarBar
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available

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365, Avenue Theodore Braun, Villefranche-sur-Saone, Rhone, 69400
  • Popular LocationMusee Paul Dini3 min drive
  • Popular LocationBledina head office4 min drive
  • Popular LocationShrine of St. John Vianney9 min drive
  • AirportLyon (LYS-Saint-Exupery)33 min drive

Room options

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Superior Double or Twin Room

Superior Double or Twin Room

Highlights

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

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

Single Room

9.2/10 Wonderful

Highlights

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

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Twin Room

Twin Room

9.4/10 Exceptional

Highlights

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

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Double Room

Double Room

8.5/10 Very good

Highlights

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

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Pet-friendly
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Air conditioning
Breakfast available
3.8 out of 5, Good, (344)
The price is AU$136
for 1 night
includes taxes & fees
10 June - 11 June
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About the area

Villefranche-sur-Saone

At initial by balladins Lyon / Villefranche-sur-Saône, you'll be 2.4 km (1.5 mi) from Musee Paul Dini and 10.6 km (6.6 mi) from Claude Bernard Museum. 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 and dinner. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a terrace and tour/ticket assistance. Buffet breakfast is available daily between 7 AM and 9:30 AM. .Sights within a 20-minute drive of this Villefranche-sur-Saone hotel include Golf Club du Beaujolais and Touro Parc.

What's nearby

  • Musee Paul Dini - 3 min drive
  • Bledina head office - 4 min drive
  • Sanctuaire d'Ars - 9 min drive
  • Shrine of St. John Vianney - 9 min drive
  • Golf Club du Beaujolais - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Villefranche-sur-Saône Station - 4 min drive
  • Lyon (LYS-Saint-Exupery) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • Georges Blanc - 17 min walk
  • V and B Villefranche-sur-Saône - 14 min walk
  • Campanile Villefranche sur Saone - 20 min walk
  • L'Endroit - 2 min drive
  • McDonald's - 11 min walk

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-Saone hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 50 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1989
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • 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.

Languages

English, French, German, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: EUR 8.50 for adults and EUR 5 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Restaurant Balladins

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 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
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 3 floors
  • Building
  • 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

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: 11:00 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 Monday - Friday (7:00 AM - 10:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (7:30 AM - 10:00 PM)
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
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 more details, 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 13 August to 27 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 8.5 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
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. Contactless check-out is available.

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
initial by balladins Lyon / Villefranche-sur-Saône Hotel

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.

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 daily between 7 AM and 9:30 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 August 13 until August 27.

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.

initial by balladins Lyon / Villefranche-sur-Saône Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 125 out of 525 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 241 out of 525 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 107 out of 525 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 525 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 525 reviews" "

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pleasant
On arrival our booking couldn’t be found, there seemed to be a problem. We had to change rooms because every time the toilet flushed there was water on the floor. The carpet was wet from another time. We were put into another room without any problems. It was great to be able to have a meal at the hotel. Lovely staff especially our waitress
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location for a night on a return ski trip. Economical.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful staff. I would get a specific location before travelling as my taxi driver couldn’t find it. At reception they were wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
We had two rooms: one was fine, the other one had a strong smell of mould -- really not nice. We asked to change room but we were told the hotel was full. The staff apologised, but it felt a gesture would have been appropriate. Empty shower gel dispenser too. Otherwise the hotel is by no means luxurious, but we kew that and that is fine.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2019

6/10 Okay

Linda, England

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good value for stop over
It was an easy Hotel to reach on the way to the Alps. A good cheap stop over. Staff friendly and room small, but clean. We decided to walk into the town as we didn't want the buffet dinner. This took us about 40 minutes to walk, but was good after a day sitting in the car.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2017

8/10 Good

Daffodil, cardiff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Good hotel for short stay
The staff are very friendly and helpful. The room was adequate, clean but a little tired. The breakfast was plentiful and with a good variety. The buffet dinner food was also very good with a reasonable variety. The hotel location is on the main route through Villfranche and easy to find but is in the industrial area so don't expect pretty grounds to walk in. However it is 30 mins walk to the banks of the river Soane.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017

6/10 Okay

karen, east sussex

Liked: Room comfort
Stopover hotel
Uncertain at first as on industrial estate but friendly informal hotel with comfy bed. Evening meal not brilliant!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2017

8/10 Good

Alan , England

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Basic room, had everything you need except a kettl
A nice relaxing stay, we did what we had to do in villfranche, the hotel staff were very helpful ie. Taxis and directions 😊

8/10 Good

Margo, Berkshire Eng.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great just off motorway
Staff very nice as was the evening meal very busy they worked hard. Thankyou.

8/10 Good

Janet, Manchester

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good standard for overnight stay.