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Le Faranchin

2.0 star property
Mountain ski retreat with restaurant and bar/lounge

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Double Room | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds
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Bar (on property)

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Route Du Lautaret, Villar-d'Arene, Hautes Alpes, 05480
  • La Grave Ski Resort
  • Glaciers de la Meije Gondola
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Alpine Botanical Garden of Lautaret
    ‪6 min drive‬

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Room options

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Superior Double Room | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Superior Double Room

  • 194 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Double Room

  • 129 sq ft
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Villar-d'Arene

Le Faranchin is located within a few miles (5 km) of La Grave Ski Resort and Glaciers de la Meije Gondola. This 33-room hotel has conveniences like a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Glaciers de la Meije Gondola - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Alpine Botanical Garden of Lautaret - 6 min drive - 4.5 miles
  • Les Grands Bains de Monetier - 20 min drive - 15.6 miles
  • Les Deux Alpes Ski Resort - 25 min drive - 15.6 miles
  • Venosc Gondola - 37 min drive - 24.6 miles

Getting around

  • Briancon (XBC-Briancon Train Station) - 46 min drive
  • Grenoble (GNB-Grenoble - Isere) - 117 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lou Ratel - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪le Faranchin - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Café de la Ferme - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Le Bois des Fees - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Les Glaciers - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Le Faranchin

Mountain ski retreat with restaurant and bar/lounge
Guests of Le Faranchin enjoy free WiFi in public areas, express check-out, and a terrace. If you drive, put free parking to good use. Front-desk staff can help with tours or tickets, and provide local restaurant recommendations.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and TVs. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Electric kettles, phones, and desks are also standard. Housekeeping is available on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English, French, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: EUR 13 for adults and EUR 6 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Le Faranchin

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Downhill skiing
  • Ski passes
  • Ski storage

Family friendly

  • Babysitting
  • In-room crib
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • In the mountains
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 20 accessible parking spaces
  • Elevator (35 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Thin carpet in room
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (31 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:30 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 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

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from October 6 to December 26:
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Dining venue(s)
  • Parking area

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for EUR 8.00 per pet, per day
  • Dogs and cats only
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • 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 0.70 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 13 for adults and EUR 6 for children
  • Pet fee: EUR 8.00 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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
This property accepts major credit cards, ANCV Chèques-vacances, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-8:30 PM
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking out is easy with express services. 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.
  • This property accepts major credit cards, ANCV Chèques-vacances, and cash.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

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.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from the French Tourism Development Agency, ATOUT France.

Property is also known as

Faranchin
Faranchin Hotel
Faranchin Hotel Villar-d'Arene
Faranchin Villar-d'Arene
Le Faranchin Hotel Restaurant France
Le Faranchin Hotel
Le Faranchin Villar-d'Arene
Le Faranchin Hotel Villar-d'Arene

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Le Faranchin?

Le Faranchin provides free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see close to Le Faranchin?

This hotel is located in Villar-d'Arene, close to Glaciers de la Meije Gondola, La Grave Ski Resort, and Alpine Botanical Garden of Lautaret. You'll also find Col du Galibier and Plateau d'Emparis nearby.

Will I be able to park at Le Faranchin?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking and bicycle parking are also available.

Does Le Faranchin have a casino at the property?

No, Le Faranchin doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Le Faranchin?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Le Faranchin?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a bar plus some guestrooms include separate bathtubs and showers and mountain views.

Does Le Faranchin have a hot tub?

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

Does Le Faranchin feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Le Faranchin serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Le Faranchin.

Will Le Faranchin allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at Le Faranchin for a fee of EUR 8.00 per pet, per day.

Are there connecting rooms at Le Faranchin?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Le Faranchin?

No, at Le Faranchin, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Le Faranchin Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 77 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 32 out of 77 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 77 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 77 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 77 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Marie-Eve

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

Bon hébergement, excellents repas!

Bel hôtel avec un charme ancien mais rénové pour beaucoup de confort. L'accueil et le service sont impeccables, que ce soit pour l'hébergement ou le restaurant. Excellente cuisine, belle carte savoureuse pour le dîner, buffet varié pour le petit déjeuner . Les chambres sont relativement petite, mais il y a des aires communes.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dragos

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

Amazing

Amazing place. Friendly Staff. Excelent food.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel is great, clean with a comfortable bed and great balcony view. The best feature is the amazing restaurant. I had 2 amazing meals there Waugh first class service.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

I can’t say enough about the owners! They were so very accommodating. Very nice and approachable. They had just renovated some of the property and were going to do more during the seasonal change from summer to winter. The bathroom was newly remodeled and nice. The bed was comfortable, the room size was ok. Could use a dresser for people who are staying for a longer period of time. We came for 2 days to ride our bikes on some of the most amazing passes the Alps have to offer! The location for us was perfect. Nestled between col du Lautaret, col du galibier and Alpe d’Huez. Near Briancon which is a large town with lots of shopping,restaurants and bars. We came with our 75 pound golden retriever and he was warmly welcomed. Parking was good and easy, WiFi was good Inside but not outside. Charming town with a few restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Mark, Lincoln.UK

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

Amazing location in the Alps

Everything about this place is superb. From the incredible staff to the amazing views. Simply fantastic.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Excellent Hotel

A very quite village, and the staff could not have been more pleasent. My only tiny issue was that the front of the hotel was not gritted and was very icey during my stay going to and from the car.

6/10 Okay

Mario, Colorado

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Best view ever.

Staff was very friendly and accommodating. Room was clean but needs some updating (towels, pillows, sheets).

8/10 Good

Bridget, Florida, USA

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

Fabulous folks, food, location

The rooms are spartan but fabulously clean. The bar was closed when we arrived late but the charming owner prepared plates for us, including potatoes dauphinois prepared by her husband the chef. There's not much around, and this hotel/hostel was a fabulous find!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

A lovely place

Excellent location in the Alps, very friendly staff, good restaurant & very cheap. A great stay.

8/10 Good

Aaron

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

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

2/10 Terrible

Erick LEDRU

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

PASS SANITARE

pas de contrôle du pass sanitaire!!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sylvie

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Parfait pour un week end

Chambre avec un petit balcon donnant sur le charmant village et le glacier. Restaurant tres bon
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

claude

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great little hotel

Perfect pit-stop. Nice comfortable room with balcony onto the mountains, very calm and good breakfast on the terrace.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Jean-Michel

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

je retournerai volontier pour un prochain séjour

en tant que sportif, ce lieu est idéal; l'accueil irréprochable, même si certaines chambres sont un peu à l'ancienne, c'est très confortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

8/10 Good

Jean marie

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

10/10 Excellent

francoise

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

hôtel connu du coin

bonne adresse, beaucoup de charme
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Marc

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

Étape idéale

Hôtel avec un accueil chaleureux sur la route des stations de ski à 2 pas du col du Lautaret. Beaucoup de confort. Petit déjeuner et restaurant très bien
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

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

Faranchin

Tout c’est bien passé.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Julien

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

une belle maison famillialle

fantastique séjour en famille
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Établissement de qualité mais un peu bruyant car en bordure de route. Je préfère les hotels plus petits car plus conviviaux. Pas de reproches à formuler.
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

claude

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

Géant

Magnifique séjour jour au pied des Ecrins et du jardin botanique du Lautaret, avec un grand soleil. C'est géant.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

6/10 Okay

Sebastien

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019