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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)
Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, free cribs/infant beds
Reception
Terrace/patio
Property entrance
Initial by balladins Lyon / Villefranche-sur-Saône is in the heart of Villefranche-sur-Saône, offering a welcoming atmosphere. Guests enjoy the on-site restaurant and bar, scenic views from the terrace, WiFi in public areas, and assistance with tour arrangements and tickets.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Sep 30 - Oct 1
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Tomorrow

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Superior Double or Twin Room | Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, free cribs/infant beds

Superior Double or Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Daily housekeeping
  • 116 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, free cribs/infant beds

Single Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Daily housekeeping
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Twin Room | Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, free cribs/infant beds

Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Daily housekeeping
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, free cribs/infant beds

Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Daily housekeeping
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the neighborhood

Located in Villefranche-sur-Saône, initial by balladins Lyon / Villefranche-sur-Saône is in a shopping district and near a boardwalk/promenade. Musée Paul Dini and Claude Bernard Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's popular attractions include Touro Parc and Parc des Oiseaux. Golf Club du Beaujolais is another place to visit that comes recommended.
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Map
365, Avenue Theodore Braun, Villefranche-sur-Saône, Rhone, 69400

What's nearby

  • Bledina head office - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Château of Flecheres - 7 min drive - 5.1 miles
  • Golf Club du Beaujolais - 8 min drive - 6.7 miles
  • Sanctuaire d'Ars - 9 min drive - 5.1 miles
  • Shrine of St. John Vianney - 9 min drive - 5.3 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
  • ‪Ouest express - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Memphis Coffee Villefranche sur Saône - ‬3 min drive

About this property

initial by balladins Lyon / Villefranche-sur-Saône

Hotel near Musée Paul Dini
Located close to Golf Club du Beaujolais and Claude Bernard Museum, initial by balladins Lyon / Villefranche-sur-Saône provides a terrace, a bar, and a restaurant. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), tour/ticket assistance, and multilingual staff
  • A TV in the lobby, smoke-free premises, and coffee/tea in the lobby
Room features
All 50 rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like sound-insulated walls.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 80-cm flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, free infant beds, and heating

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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

Pets allowed for an extra charge of EUR 8 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 15 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • 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.

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

Optional extras

  • 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

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 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

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
initial by balladins Lyon / Villefranche-sur-Saône Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Is initial by balladins Lyon / Villefranche-sur-Saône pet-friendly?

Yes, initial by balladins Lyon / Villefranche-sur-Saône allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of EUR 8 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at initial by balladins Lyon / Villefranche-sur-Saône?

As of Sep 30, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at initial by balladins Lyon / Villefranche-sur-Saône on Oct 3, 2025 start from $57.49, 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.

How much is parking at initial by balladins Lyon / Villefranche-sur-Saône?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at initial by balladins Lyon / Villefranche-sur-Saône?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at initial by balladins Lyon / Villefranche-sur-Saône?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is initial by balladins Lyon / Villefranche-sur-Saône located?

Situated in a shopping district, this hotel is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Musée Paul Dini and within 9 mi (15 km) of Golf Club du Beaujolais and Claude Bernard Museum. Touro Parc and Parc des Oiseaux are also within 20 mi (32 km). Villefranche-sur-Saône Station is 22 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

initial by balladins Lyon / Villefranche-sur-Saône Reviews

7.8

Good

8.0

Cleanliness

6.6

Location

8.2

Staff & service

8.2

Eco-friendliness

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 149 out of 582 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 269 out of 582 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 110 out of 582 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 582 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 582 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Claude

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Très bon accueil chambres propres petit déjeuner Très bien
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Auriane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Le personnel était accueillant et la chambre d'hôtel était confortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Javier

Liked: Cleanliness
Camas comodas y a/c
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michel

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

BON RAPPORT QUALITÉ PRIX

Excellent pour une soirée étape
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Muriel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bon accueil, bon rapport qualité prix pour la region. Correct pour une étape. Bien calme.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angélique

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

Excellent

Tout le personnel est vraiment très professionnel, très accueillant, sympathique et très serviable et gentil. L’établissement est très bien et possède une petite terrasse ombragée.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arjan

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

Gerenoveerd

Makkelijk inchecken, mooie opgepimpte kamer
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angelique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel tres propre tres agreable sejour et le personnel et tres sympathique je recommande
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Didier

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

Très bon hôtel pour une nuit d'étape

Chambre simple et fonctionnelle prix modéré
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

bouteloup

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Chambre confortable, personnel accueillant et très agréable
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Mary

The price was very good . The service was good in the restaurant. Pleasant stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

Excellente étape

Une étape de nuit sur route du retour. Pas cher. Excellent rapport qualité-prix. Accueilli le matin dans un moment poétique par la réceptionniste qui chantait
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

annie

bien
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

2 nuits au Balladins de Villefranche sur saone

Chambre correcte et propre, salle de bain un peu petite (pas fait pas les personnes de forte corpulence), repas du soir correct, petit déjeuner très limité en offre.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jérôme

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Une nuit passée a l hôtel...personnel très sympathique...la chambre propre...le repas au restaurant super...super petit déjeuné sucré salé petit bémol douche un peu juste...
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

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

Super

Simple et efficaces parkings sécurisés
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aurore

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

8/10 Good

Marion

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Sauber, nahe an der Autobahn, Hotel und Parkgelände durch Tor gesichert. Für Französische Verhältnisse üppiges Frühstück für moderate 8,50 Euro. Zimmer etwas abgerockt, aber gute Matratzen und alles sauber. Für die Durchreise ideal!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Golitin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort

Dans l'ensemble moyen mais ...

Un séjour très moyen. Une Vmc défectueuse, une condensation très importante, un matelas trop ferme ainsi que les oreillers. L'accueil cependant était chaleureux. Un litige sur la facture finale pour un café sois disant non-paye. Heureusement que le séjour n'a duré qu'un weekend. Les petits chats devant l'hôtel ont rattrapé le coup
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Franck

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rien de plus à dire
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Franck

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rien a dire de plus.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Jacobus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nette kleine kamers, goede bedden. Het enige dat we misten was een waterkoker voor een bakje koffie of thee. Verder alles na wens verlopen
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denis et Dominique

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

Écrivez moi en français

Je ne suis pas d'accord de recevoir vos messages, l'enquête de satisfaction en anglais.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Personnel charmant Repas excellent Propreté de la chambre
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Salvatore

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

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