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Le Faranchin

Property class: 2

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You can look forward to a terrace, a bar, and babysitting at Le Faranchin. Skiers and snowboarders can spend time on 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.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
The current price is AED 343
AED 384 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sep - 28 Sep

Room options

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View all photos for Standard Double Room

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a window with curtains, and a view of a wooden structure outside.

Standard Double Room

  • Mountain view
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Double Room

A hotel room with a bed, a window with curtains, a radiator, and a wall-mounted picture.

Superior Double Room

  • Mountain view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with two beds, a wardrobe, a desk, and a view of another room.

Family Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 4 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Double Room, Mountain View

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a window with curtains.

Superior Double Room, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Room, Accessible

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a window with curtains.

Superior Room, Accessible

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Triple Room, Mountain View

Triple Room, Mountain View | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

Triple Room, Mountain View

  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Supérieure Balcon vue Meije

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a small table, and a window with curtains.

Supérieure Balcon vue Meije

  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE STANDARD

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Supérieure Nord

A hotel room with two beds, wooden walls, a window with a view of the outdoors, and a radiator.

Supérieure Nord

  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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 Écrins National Park and La Meije Pic Central. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, skiing lessons, and ski runs, and don't miss out on the snowshoeing. Visit our Villar-d'Arene travel guide
Map
Route Du Lautaret, Villar-d'Arene, Hautes Alpes, 05480

What's nearby

  • A person climbing a snowy mountain with a rope.
    La Grave Ski Resort
    4 min drive - 4.5 km
  • A snow-covered mountain range with a ski resort in the valley.
    Les Deux Alpes Ski Resort
    22 min drive - 23.0 km
  • Glaciers de la Meije Gondola
    5 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Alpine Botanical Garden of Lautaret
    8 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Col du Galibier
    18 min drive - 18.2 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 Vieux Guide
    4 min drive
  • Le Castillan
    4 min drive
  • Plan Lachet
  • 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 secured bicycle storage
    • Tour/ticket assistance and smoke-free premises
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Le Faranchin include comforts such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
  • Other conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
    • Wardrobes/closets, LED light bulbs, 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

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: EUR 16 for adults and EUR 8 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
  • 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

  • No elevator
  • Thin carpet in room

More

  • 2 floors
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Locally sourced food prioritized
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

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 0.77 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 16 for adults and EUR 8 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 credit cards, ANCV Chèques-vacances, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

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

Property class

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

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 27 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Le Faranchin on 27 September 2026 start from AED 343, 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?

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. Plateau Ski Lift and Alpine Botanical Garden of Lautaret are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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