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3.5 out of 5

"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 b ... " More

By a verified traveller on Fri 01 Sep 2017

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Double Room

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
£43* Per night/room 9 Apr - 10 Apr

Twin Room

Bed Count 2 Twin Beds Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Single Room

Bed Count 1 Full Bed Maximum Occupancy 1 Max

Superior Double or Twin Room

Bed Count 2 Twin Beds Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Hotel Description

During your stay at initial by balladins Lyon / Villefranche-sur-Saône, you'll be within walking distance of Musee Paul Dini. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus a restaurant.

  • Free Wi-Fi in some public areas
  • Free self-parking
  • Enjoy French cuisine while dining at Restaurant Balladins
  • Buffet breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Amenities include multilingual staff, a terrace and TV in a common area
  • Just a 3-minute drive from Musee Paul Dini and 11 minutes from Golf Club du Beaujolais
  • Cats and dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)

initial by balladins Lyon / Villefranche-sur-Saône ratings based on 2 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
3.5 out of 5 3.5 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.0 out of 5.0
Service & staff 4.5 out of 5.0
Room comfort 4.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 3.0 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for initial by balladins Lyon / Villefranche-sur-Saône

Everyone (1) Couples (1)
4 out of 5

Good hotel for short stay

Pros: Value for money and location
Cons: Room needed updating
Location: Town and river bank close. Also near a wine route.
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.

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3 out of 5
problème des charniers de la porte de S/Bain manqué de grèse, j'ai grésé les charnière avec de la vaseline.

Posted by , from Boissy st leger on 8 Oct 2018

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About the initial by balladins Lyon / Villefranche-sur-Saône

Location 365, Avenue Theodore Braun, Villefranche-sur-Saone, Rhone 69400

Renovations + 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

Property Features

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, tour or ticket assistance, and multilingual staff 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

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Free WiFi
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free self parking

Transport

  • Train station: Villefranche-sur-Saône Station (2.8 km / 1.7 mi)
  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

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.

  • Flat-screen television
  • Digital channels
  • Shower
  • Cots (free)
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Hairdryer
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Desk
  • Blackout curtains
  • Sound-insulated rooms
  • Climate control
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Wardrobe or cupboard

Food & Drink

For a fee, guests can enjoy buffet breakfast on weekdays from 7 AM to 9:30 AM and at the weekend from 7:30 AM to 10 AM.

Restaurant Balladins – This restaurant specialises in French cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner. A children's menu is available.

Accessibility

If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
  • Check-in time ends at 11:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18

Special check-in instructions:

The front desk is open during the following times:

  • Monday-Friday: 7:00 AM-10:00 PM
  • Saturday-Sunday: 7:30 AM-10:00 PM
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. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. 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.

This property's front desk is open during the following times:

  • Monday - Friday: 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
  • Saturday - Sunday: 7:30 AM - 10:00 PM
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 10:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 11:00 AM

Payment types

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)!

Pet Policy

  • 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 confirmationService animals are exempt from fees.

Policies

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. Contactless check-out is available.

  • Noise-free rooms not guaranteed
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Cash or credit card deposit required
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Property is not cleaned with disinfectant
  • Pets allowed in specific rooms only
  • Staff wears personal protective equipment
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Protective clothing is not available to guests
  • No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser
  • Staffed front desk
  • Children stay free - maximum age 12
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • No lifts
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Smoke detector
  • Children stay free
  • Individually-wrapped food options are not available
  • Number of children who can stay free - 2
  • Gap period enforced between guest stays - 48 hours

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.

Hotel Names

  • 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

You should know

  • 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.

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