Is parking available at the hotel?

Yes, free self-parking is available on-site. Please note that parking is limited.

What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?

A buffet breakfast is offered for a fee, approximately EUR 11 for adults and EUR 7 for children. Breakfast is served on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Does the hotel allow pets?

Yes, the hotel allows pets in specific rooms for a fee of EUR 8 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

What are the check-in and check-out times?

Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM, and check-out is by 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, and guests should contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival for arrangements.

What accessibility features does the hotel offer?

The hotel has limited wheelchair accessibility, including designated accessible parking and step-free entrances. However, specific details about accessible rooms and facilities should be confirmed directly with the property.

Where is the hotel located in relation to local attractions?

The hotel is located in Villefranche-sur-Saône, just a 3-minute drive from Musée Paul Dini and 11 minutes from Golf Club du Beaujolais. It is approximately 6.7 miles from Claude Bernard Museum and 16.2 miles from Touro Parc.

What are the hotel's policies regarding children?

Children 12 years old and younger can stay for free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding. Up to two children can stay free.

Does the hotel offer extra beds or cribs?

The hotel offers rollaway beds for a fee of EUR 15 per night, and advance request or confirmation is required. Specific details about cribs should be confirmed directly with the property.

BRIT HOTEL Essentiel Villefranche-sur-Saône

Average nightly price at initial by balladins Lyon / Villefranche-sur-Saône by month, last 12 months (USD)
Month	Average price
January	US$53
February	US$54
March	US$52
April	US$60
May	US$57
June	US$63
July	US$61
August	US$59
September	US$60
October	US$57
November	US$55
December	US$54

What guests think

At Brit Hotel Essentiel Villefranche-sur-Saône - Ex Balladins, travelers highlight friendly staff, good value, and clean, simple rooms with comfortable beds, while noting an aging property, small bathrooms, occasional odors or noise, and mixed impressions of breakfast and dinner.

The location is convenient for drivers, close to the autoroute, and the hotel provides free parking, usually behind a gate. Guests also note an on-site restaurant and a pleasant terrace. Overall, expect a practical, good-value stopover focused on convenience.

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Free on-site parking is available and generally secure (gate access), though one review noted the gate not closing and space is tight for large vans. Guests also mention using the on-site restaurant and a pleasant terrace.

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10

Nicholas

13 Dec 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Superb value for money. Marvellous staff - really friendly and enthusiastic , especially the lady serving at dinner! A little care worn on the inside and out, but if you’re looking for value and convenience then this place fits the bill. Decent dinner and breakfast. Free parking, ok for cars, a bit tight if you’ve got a LWB van.

10

Laurence

20 Jun 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

L'ensemble du personnel est très agréable. On se sent comme à la maison, ce qui est très agréable quand on voyage seule pour le travail. L'hôtel est très bien tenu, propre et calme. Il est facile à trouver et il y a de nombreuses places de stationnement gratuites. Enfin, on y dine très bien. Bref, si mes obligations professionnelles m'amènent à nouveau dans le coin, c'est dans cet hôtel que je descendrais.

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