Le Faranchin
2.0 star property

Mountain ski retreat with a restaurant
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Le Faranchin

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Front of property
Daily buffet breakfast (EUR 10 per person)
Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds
Breakfast, lunch and dinner served
Bathroom sink

Overview of Le Faranchin

Reviews
8.8

Excellent

Highlight
  • Staff & service is scored top 10% in Villar-d'Arene by travellers.

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • Breakfast availableBreakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • GymGymGym

Check out the area

Route Du Lautaret, Villar-d'Arene, Hautes Alpes, 05480
  • Popular Locationle Faranchin1 min walk
  • Popular LocationMartin Marie-Thérèse et denis2 min walk
  • Popular LocationLa Grave Ski Resort4 min drive
  • Popular LocationGlaciers de la Meije Gondola4 min drive
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Room options

Superior Double Room

cleanliness

Highlights

Soundproofed
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Private bathroom
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Room

cleanliness

Highlights

Soundproofed
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Desk
Daily housekeeping
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Villar-d'Arene

Located in Villar-d'Arene, Le Faranchin is in the mountains. La Grave Ski Resort and Church of Le Monêtier-les-Bains are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Écrins National Park and Col du Galibier. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, skiing lessons and ski runs, and don't miss out on the snowshoeing.

What's nearby

  • La Grave Ski Resort - 4 min drive
  • Glaciers de la Meije Gondola - 4 min drive
  • Alpine Botanical Garden of Lautaret - 8 min drive
  • Les Deux Alpes Ski Resort - 17 min drive
  • Écrins National Park - 70 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • le Faranchin - 1 min walk
  • Le Bois des Fees - 4 min drive
  • Café de la Ferme - 6 min drive
  • Le K2 Pub - 4 min drive
  • Lou Ratel - 4 min drive

About this property

Le Faranchin

Hotel in the mountains
Take advantage of a terrace, a bar and a gym at Le Faranchin. Hit the slopes at this hotel, offering downhill skiing, a ski shuttle and ski passes. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the hot tub. Be sure to enjoy a meal at Le Faranchin, the on-site restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as babysitting.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), tour/ticket information and smoke-free property
Room features
All guestrooms at Le Faranchin include comforts such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free infant beds, daily housekeeping and desks

Languages

English, French, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Ski shuttle nearby
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:30 AM–9:30 AM for a fee: EUR 10 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Le Faranchin

Things to do

  • Downhill skiing
  • Gym
  • Sauna
  • Ski passes
  • Ski storage
  • Spa tub

Family friendly

  • Babysitting
  • Free cot
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • 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.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • In-room accessibility
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer on request
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following 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.

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

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately EUR 10 per person

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, 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; cash is not accepted

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
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

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 Le Faranchin pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Le Faranchin?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Le Faranchin?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 8 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Le Faranchin?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Le Faranchin located?

Located near to the slopes, this Villar-d'Arene hotel is situated in the mountains, 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from La Grave Ski Resort and is convenient for winter sports, such as cross-country skiing and skiing lessons. Glaciers de la Meije Gondola is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) away.

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 traveller

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 traveller

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 traveller

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 traveller

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