initial by balladins Lyon / Villefranche-sur-Saône

2.0 star property
Suburban hotel with a restaurant and a bar

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Daily buffet breakfast (EUR 9 per person)
Reception
Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, free cribs/infant beds
Property entrance
Terrace/patio

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly
  • Breakfast available
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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365, Avenue Theodore Braun, Villefranche-sur-Saône, Rhone, 69400
  • Place, Musée Paul Dini
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Bledina head office
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Eurexpo Lyon
    ‪37 min drive‬
  • Airport, Lyon (LYS-Saint-Exupery)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Room options

Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(18 reviews)
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Single Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Superior Double or Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 116 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Villefranche-sur-Saône

Located 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Musée Paul Dini, initial by balladins Lyon / Villefranche-sur-Saône is within a 15-minute drive of other popular attractions like Golf Club du Beaujolais. This 50-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Musée Paul Dini - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Bledina head office - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Bellecour Square - 26 min drive - 21.7 miles
  • Parc des Oiseaux - 30 min drive - 18.7 miles
  • Eurexpo Lyon - 37 min drive - 33.9 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Centre Routiers tout Riquiqui - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Georges Blanc - L'Embarcadere - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Gold & Rolls - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪routier le caladois - ‬18 min walk

About this property

initial by balladins Lyon / Villefranche-sur-Saône

Suburban hotel with a restaurant and a bar
At initial by balladins Lyon / Villefranche-sur-Saône, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and a terrace. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. A multilingual staff is on hand to help with tours or tickets, and offer sightseeing advice. This smoke-free hotel also has a TV in a common area.
80-cm flat-screen TVs come with digital channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Desks and wardrobes or closets are other standard amenities.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; EUR 9 for adults and EUR 5 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

  • In-room crib
  • 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 elevator
  • 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
  • Free crib

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 available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday to Friday (7:00 AM – 10:00 PM), Saturday to Saturday (7:30 AM – 10:00 PM), and Sunday to Sunday (5:00 PM – 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
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 July 29 to August 18:
  • Dining venue(s)
The following facilities are closed on Sunday:
  • Dining venue(s)

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for EUR 8 per pet, per night
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 2 total pets
  • Certain rooms only
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 15 per night
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these 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.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 9 for adults and 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 list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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 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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-10:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit or credit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Due to national regulations, cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000 at this property. For additional details, contact the property using the contact information on your booking confirmation.
  • The hotel can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • There are no elevators.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

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
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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at initial by balladins Lyon / Villefranche-sur-Saône?

Initial by balladins Lyon / Villefranche-sur-Saône provides free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see around initial by balladins Lyon / Villefranche-sur-Saône?

This hotel is located in Villefranche-sur-Saône, close to Sanctuaire d'Ars, Shrine of St. John Vianney, and Château de Jarnioux. You'll also find Château of Flecheres and Musée Paul Dini within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at initial by balladins Lyon / Villefranche-sur-Saône?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does initial by balladins Lyon / Villefranche-sur-Saône include a casino?

No, initial by balladins Lyon / Villefranche-sur-Saône doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at initial by balladins Lyon / Villefranche-sur-Saône?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is initial by balladins Lyon / Villefranche-sur-Saône a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a bar and a restaurant plus some guestrooms include garden views.

Does initial by balladins Lyon / Villefranche-sur-Saône have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does initial by balladins Lyon / Villefranche-sur-Saône feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, initial by balladins Lyon / Villefranche-sur-Saône serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Restaurant Balladins.

Does initial by balladins Lyon / Villefranche-sur-Saône allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at initial by balladins Lyon / Villefranche-sur-Saône for a fee of EUR 8 per pet, per night.

Does initial by balladins Lyon / Villefranche-sur-Saône have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from initial by balladins Lyon / Villefranche-sur-Saône?

The closest major airport to initial by balladins Lyon / Villefranche-sur-Saône is Saint-Exupery Airport (LYS), which is about 24.1 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at initial by balladins Lyon / Villefranche-sur-Saône?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at initial by balladins Lyon / Villefranche-sur-Saône.