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Le Faranchin

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

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Front of property
Bar (on property)
Lobby sitting area
Daily buffet breakfast (EUR 13 per person)
Double Room | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds
Surrounded by mountains, Le Faranchin offers a serene retreat with a gym, sauna, and spa tub for relaxation. Savor breakfast at the on-site restaurant or unwind at the bar with free in-room WiFi and babysitting services available.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is ₩185,663
₩206,538 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 2 - Oct 3

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

Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
Daily housekeeping
  • 12 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
  • 18 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the neighborhood

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 Via Ferrata Rocher du Bez Trail and Écrins National Park. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, skiing lessons, and ski runs, and don't miss out on the snowshoeing.
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Map
Route Du Lautaret, Villar-d'Arene, Hautes Alpes, 05480

What's nearby

  • Glaciers de la Meije Gondola - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Alpine Botanical Garden of Lautaret - 6 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Col du Galibier - 12 min drive - 13.4 km
  • Les Deux Alpes Ski Resort - 25 min drive - 25.1 km
  • Valloire Galibier Ski Resort - 32 min drive - 26.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Café de la ferme - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Le Faranchin - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Les Glaciers - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Le Pas de l'âne - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪bistro de la meije - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Le Faranchin

Hotel in the mountains
Take advantage of a terrace, a bar, and babysitting at Le Faranchin. Hit the slopes at this hotel offering downhill skiing, a ski shuttle, and ski passes. The on-site restaurant, Le Faranchin, offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), express check-out, and bicycle parking
  • Smoke-free premises, an elevator, and tour/ticket assistance
Room features
All guestrooms at Le Faranchin include comforts such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • LED light bulbs, free infant beds, and electric kettles

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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
  • Smoking not allowed

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

Pets allowed for an extra charge of EUR 8.00 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
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 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: 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)

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, ANCV Chèques-vacances, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

We should mention

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
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. There's a fee of EUR 8.00 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Le Faranchin?

As of Oct 1, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Le Faranchin on Oct 2, 2025 start from ₩185,663, 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 Le Faranchin?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Le Faranchin?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Le Faranchin?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Le Faranchin located?

Conveniently near skiing facilities, this Villar-d'Arene hotel is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of La Grave Ski Resort and Glaciers de la Meije Gondola, and close to winter sports such as cross-country skiing and skiing lessons. Les Deux Alpes Ski Resort and Alpine Botanical Garden of Lautaret are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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