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

2.0 star property
Travelers find the perfect balance between relaxation and adventure near Golf Club du Beaujolais, with local cuisine and a terrace offering stunning views

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Initial by balladins Lyon / Villefranche-sur-Saône is in the heart of Villefranche-sur-Saône, offering a welcoming atmosphere. Guests enjoy the on-site restaurant and bar, scenic views from the terrace, WiFi in public areas, and assistance with tour arrangements and tickets.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
The current price is ฿1,489
฿1,712 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Mar - 13 Mar

Room options

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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
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Wardrobe
  • Garden view
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Double or Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Chambre Twin Supérieure

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Chambre Triple

  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

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About the area

Located in Villefranche-sur-Saône, initial by balladins Lyon / Villefranche-sur-Saône is in a shopping district and near a boardwalk. Musée Paul Dini and Claude Bernard Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include Touro Parc and Parc des Oiseaux. Golf Club du Beaujolais is another place to visit that comes recommended. Visit our Villefranche-sur-Saône travel guide
Map
365, Avenue Theodore Braun, Villefranche-sur-Saône, Rhone, 69400

What's nearby

  • This is a very famous spot among photographers, though I'd never had the chance of getting this photo right. This time, everything fell into place, and it is a blend of long exposures and short ones, especially for the birds.
    Part Dieu Mall
    34 min drive - 37.2 km
  • Musée Paul Dini
    2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Bledina head office
    3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Parc des Oiseaux
    27 min drive - 30.3 km
  • Groupama Stadium
    35 min drive - 46.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Georges Blanc - L'Embarcadere
    17 min walk
  • Gold & Rolls
    4 min drive
  • L’Endroit - Villefranche
    3 min drive
  • McDonald's
    11 min walk
  • routier le caladois
    18 min walk

About this property

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

Hotel near Musée Paul Dini
Located close to Golf Club du Beaujolais and Claude Bernard Museum, initial by balladins Lyon / Villefranche-sur-Saône provides a terrace, a bar and a restaurant. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self-parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), coffee/tea in reception and tour/ticket information
  • Smoke-free property, multilingual staff and a TV in reception
Room features
All 50 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities such as sound-insulated walls.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 80-cm flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, free infant beds and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • 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 Balladins

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
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

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
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 are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 8 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 15 per night.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • 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 have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

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
initial by balladins Lyon / Villefranche-sur-Saône Hotel

Frequently asked questions

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

Yes, initial by balladins Lyon / Villefranche-sur-Saône allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of EUR 8 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

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

As of 9 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at BRIT HOTEL Essentiel Villefranche-sur-Saône (Ex Balladins) ** on 12 Mar 2026 start from ฿1,489, excluding 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.

How much is parking at initial by balladins Lyon / Villefranche-sur-Saône?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at initial by balladins Lyon / Villefranche-sur-Saône?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at initial by balladins Lyon / Villefranche-sur-Saône?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is initial by balladins Lyon / Villefranche-sur-Saône located?

Situated in a shopping district, this hotel is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Musée Paul Dini, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Golf Club du Beaujolais and Claude Bernard Museum. Touro Parc and Parc des Oiseaux are also within 20 mi (32 km). Villefranche-sur-Saône Station is 22 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

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

7.8

Good

8.0

Cleanliness

6.6

Location

8.2

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 159 out of 607 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 279 out of 607 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 114 out of 607 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 607 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 607 reviews

Reviews

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

8/10 Good

Mary

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Audrey

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

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

8/10 Good

nathalie

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

10/10 Excellent

Florence

Très bien
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Helt ok hotel til en meget fair pris.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derouelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Batiment un peu ancien mais tout le reste est parfait L'accueil tres sympatique, la chambre correcte, hygiene impecable Le restaurant est plus que correct avec des plats originaux et des produits tres frais le tout servi par une personne tres agreable
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

SYLVIE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Emplacement idéal, accueil très sympathique, chambre propre, literie confortable. Petit déjeuner avec du choix.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Jean-luc

Hôtel très vieillissant. Chambre peu confortable (douche petite avec encore le rideau de douche où on arrose le sol. Lavabo en plastique usagé sans bouchon donc perte d'eau. ) La literie par contre est correcte.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

armand

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ras petit déjeuner au top personnel sympathique
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Tres bonne literie changée récemment. Carte du restaurant variée, et raffinée. Personnel agréable.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Personnel charmant Repas excellent Propreté de la chambre
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Isabelle

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

nuit convenable

le personnel est a votre écoute , seul bémol ,le produit que vous diffusé dans les chambres pour que ca sent bon, est trop fort. sinon la literie est bien , la salle d'eau convenable.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Très bon accueil, chambre confortable, calme dommage que la réception tv ne fonctionnait pas
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Sandrine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Personnel très agréable et serviable. Chambre propre .
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Javier

Liked: Cleanliness
Camas comodas y a/c
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

sylvie

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

Bon hôtel

Hôtel propre, bien situé.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Emmanuel

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

N’hésitez pas !

Très bon séjour. Une équipe accueillante dans un esprit familial.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Auriane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Le personnel était accueillant et la chambre d'hôtel était confortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claude

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Très bon accueil chambres propres petit déjeuner Très bien
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Muriel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bon accueil, bon rapport qualité prix pour la region. Correct pour une étape. Bien calme.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angélique

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

Excellent

Tout le personnel est vraiment très professionnel, très accueillant, sympathique et très serviable et gentil. L’établissement est très bien et possède une petite terrasse ombragée.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025