Escale Hôtel

3.0 star property

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Double or Twin Room | Desk, cribs (surcharge), rollaway beds (surcharge), WiFi (free)
Bar (on property)

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services

Explore the area

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Route de Belfaux 3, Givisiez, 1762
  • Place, Musée du Vélo
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Labirynthe
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, St. James Way
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Bern (BRN-Belp)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Room options

Single Room

  • 169 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

Double or Twin Room

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

Triple Room

  • 236 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Quadruple Room

  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

  • BCF Arena - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Musée du Vélo - 5 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Labirynthe - 6 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • St. James Way - 6 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Fribourg Centre - 6 min drive - 2.0 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Le Mondial - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Coop Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Pizzeria Beauregard - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Restaurant-Pizzeria le TIGUELET - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dieci - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Escale Hôtel

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 banquet hall and a vending machine.
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • 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.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.
  • 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 Jul 17, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Escale Hôtel on Jul 26, 2026 start from $146, including 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 BCF Arena, Fribourg Centre, and Laser District. You'll also find Art and History Museum and Espace Jean Tinguely – Niki de Saint Phalle within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Escale Hôtel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Wheelchair-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.

Is Escale Hôtel good for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, 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.

Are there connecting rooms at Escale Hôtel?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

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, there aren't any guestrooms at Escale Hôtel that offer a balcony.

Escale Hôtel Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 23 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

6.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

6/10 Okay

Allison

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

2/10 Terrible

Marion

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
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Terrible hot night no sleep!!!

We were put here from the Beauloc, the owner was so nice to us when we arrived. The only thing that happened was we were put on the third floor. there was no fans it was so hot that none of us could sleep. The windows would not open and it was a terrible night..
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Takatsugu

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

10/10 Excellent

corine

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Emiliano

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

10/10 Excellent

Everton

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

10/10 Excellent

Chiung Hua

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

8/10 Good

Enrique

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Olivier

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emilio

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Dag

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

8/10 Good

Philippe

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

8/10 Good

jacqueline

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

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

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

8/10 Good

Bernhard

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