[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # initial by balladins Lyon / Villefranche-sur-Saône Travelers find the perfect balance between relaxation and adventure near Golf Club du Beaujolais, with local cuisine and a terrace offering stunning views ![Daily buffet breakfast (EUR 9 per person)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7090000/7081200/7081134/96581b0c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7090000/7081200/7081134/54c7b4f3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, free cribs/infant beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7090000/7081200/7081134/acf130d2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7090000/7081200/7081134/c01de3a4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7090000/7081200/7081134/f2e3bc02.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies 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. 7.8 Good ## Popular amenities - Bar - Breakfast available - Pet-friendly - Housekeeping - Air conditioning - Parking included ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Oct. 17 - Oct. 18](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-18&selected=7081134&PinnedHotelID=7081134&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-18&selected=7081134&PinnedHotelID=7081134&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 18 - Oct. 19](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-18&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=7081134&PinnedHotelID=7081134&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-18&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=7081134&PinnedHotelID=7081134&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 17 - Oct. 19](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=7081134&PinnedHotelID=7081134&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=7081134&PinnedHotelID=7081134&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct. 24 - Oct. 26](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=7081134&PinnedHotelID=7081134&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-24&endDate=2025-10-26&selected=7081134&PinnedHotelID=7081134&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds Showing 4 of 4 rooms ![Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, free cribs/infant beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7090000/7081200/7081134/1dceb9a6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Double Room 8.6 Excellent 17 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Free cribs/infant beds Flat-screen TV Blackout drapes/curtains Hair dryer Private bathroom Wardrobe or closet - 129 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Twin Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7090000/7081200/7081134/9a6bd167.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Twin Room 8.8 Excellent 6 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Free cribs/infant beds Flat-screen TV Blackout drapes/curtains Hair dryer Private bathroom Wardrobe or closet - 129 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 2 Twin Beds ![Desk, blackout drapes, soundproofing, free cribs/infant beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7090000/7081200/7081134/acf130d2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Single Room 7.4 Good 3 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Free cribs/infant beds Flat-screen TV Blackout drapes/curtains Hair dryer Private bathroom Wardrobe or closet - 129 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds ![Superior Double or Twin Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7090000/7081200/7081134/01c04383.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Double or Twin Room 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Free cribs/infant beds Flat-screen TV Blackout drapes/curtains Hair dryer Private bathroom Wardrobe or closet - 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FVillefranche-Sur-Saone-Hotels-Initial-By-Balladins-Lyon-Villefranche-Sur-Saone.h7081134.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FVillefranche-Sur-Saone-Hotels-Initial-By-Balladins-Lyon-Villefranche-Sur-Saone.h7081134.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C45.98113%2C4.74078&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=53tZ2mQjSHPyRn1TObmKtqnZO8I=) 365, Avenue Theodore Braun, Villefranche-sur-Saône, Rhone, 69400 #### What's nearby - Bledina head office - 3 min drive - 2.4 km - Château of Flecheres - 7 min drive - 8.2 km - Golf Club du Beaujolais - 8 min drive - 10.7 km - Sanctuaire d'Ars - 9 min drive - 8.2 km - Shrine of St. John Vianney - 9 min drive - 8.5 km #### 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 - ‪Gold & Rolls - ‬4 min drive - ‪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), smoke-free premises, and multilingual staff - A TV in the lobby, tour/ticket assistance, 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. 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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 Oct 17, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at initial by balladins Lyon / Villefranche-sur-Saône on Oct 26, 2025 start from CA $75.49, 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](https://www.expedia.ca/Villefranche-Sur-Saone-Hotels-Initial-By-Balladins-Lyon-Villefranche-Sur-Saone.h7081134.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) 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. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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