Escale Hôtel

3.0 star property
Hotel in Givisiez with a restaurant and a bar

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Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Route de Belfaux 3, Givisiez, 1762
  • Place, Fribourg Centre
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, St. Nicolas Cathedral
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Bern Bridge
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bern (BRN-Belp)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Room options

Single Room

  • 169 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Double or Twin Room

  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

Triple Room

  • 236 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

Quadruple Room

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Givisiez

Escale Hôtel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of St. James Way and Forum Fribourg. This 22-room, 3-star hotel has a restaurant along with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Fribourg Centre - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • St. Nicolas Cathedral - 6 min drive - 1.9 miles
  • Bern Bridge - 6 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Musée Suisse de la Marionnette - 7 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Lac de Morat - 18 min drive - 11.5 miles

Getting around

  • Fribourg Station - 5 min drive
  • Bern (BRN-Belp) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪De Moncor - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pronto Pizza - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Coop Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Suard - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Ban Thaï Take Away - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Escale Hôtel

Hotel in Givisiez with a restaurant and a bar
Guests of Escale Hôtel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a meeting room, and a terrace. You can take advantage of free parking if you drive. Staff members can help with accommodation requests, and provide a safe deposit box at the front desk. Additional amenities include a vending machine and a banquet hall.
Flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Sitting areas, desks, and free toiletries are also standard.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • 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 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; CHF 12 for adults and CHF 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting room

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.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Monday - Friday (6:00 AM - 11:00 PM) and Saturday - Sunday (8:00 AM - 11:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for CHF 15 per pet, per night
  • Pet weight must not exceed 44 lbs per pet

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for CHF 10.0 per day
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for CHF 10.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: CHF 3.00 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 16 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 CHF 12 for adults and CHF 10 for children
  • Pet fee: CHF 15 per pet, per night
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: CHF 10.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: CHF 10.0 per day

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, 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-10:30 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, credit card, or debit 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.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property is also known as

Escale Hôtel Hotel
Escale Hôtel Givisiez
Escale Hôtel Hotel Givisiez

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Escale Hôtel?

Escale Hôtel offers free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, take a look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Escale Hôtel?

As of Oct 11, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Escale Hôtel on Oct 12, 2025 start from $162.65, 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.

What's there to see around Escale Hôtel?

This hotel is located in Givisiez, close to Fribourg Centre, Musée Suisse de la Marionnette, and Bern Bridge. You'll also find Fribowling and Jo Siffert Fountain within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Escale Hôtel?

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

Does Escale Hôtel include a casino at the property?

No, Escale Hôtel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Escale Hôtel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Escale Hôtel?

Couples will appreciate amenities like a bar, a restaurant, and a terrace at this hotel.

Are there hot tubs at Escale Hôtel?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Escale Hôtel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Escale Hôtel serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does Escale Hôtel allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Escale Hôtel for a fee of CHF 15 per pet, per night.

Does Escale Hôtel have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

What is the closest airport to Escale Hôtel?

The closest major airport to Escale Hôtel is Bern (BRN-Belp), which is about 18.8 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Escale Hôtel?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Escale Hôtel.

Escale Hôtel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 21 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

5.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Allison, West Islip

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice room. No AC. Roosters outside wake you up early.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

2/10 Terrible

Marion

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
The staff was very rude. We waited almost fifteen minutes at the desk to check in while other staff members walked by without letting someone one we were waiting. They are not very friendly towards tourists from other countries.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Emiliano

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Everton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Takatsugu

Liked: Staff & service
良かった
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chiung Hua

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Enrique

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Olivier

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Emilio

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Dag

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

corine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Très bien
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Philippe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Sehr gute Pizzeria direkt im Haus, ziemlich ruhige Lage. Wenn das Zimmer in der Nähe des Lifts ist, hört man den Lift in der Nacht gut.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Bernhard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019