Hotel Le Faranchin

  • Hotel - restaurant
  • Hôtel Cosy
Elevation : 1650m
17 RD 1091, Villar d'Arène - Village, 05480 Villar-d'Arêne
Welcome to the Faranchin!
You will feel like at home, with the service in addition!
The hotel is located in Villar d'Arène, a small village nestled at 1650m altitude 3 km from the La Meije massif.

Around the hotel, the Ecrins National Park, its nature and wildlife.
Winter as summer, you will be welcomed with pleasure in a family hotel where the key word is: friendliness!

In groups or individually, whether your activities are accompanied or not, whatever your level of mountain practice, the whole team at Le Faranchin will be keen to make your stay an unforgettable one.

The hotel has 20 rooms, 2 of which are adapted for people with reduced mobility, freshly renovated to 3* standards.

Le Faranchin offers all-inclusive themed stays and is 3 km from the La Grave cable car. During your stay, you will be able to practice numerous outdoor activities in the surroundings.

Close to hiking trails, rivers and fishing spots, mountain lakes, mythical passes of Lautaret and Galibier, Le Jardin du Lautaret is very close in summer and the northern area of the Pays de la Meije is a few minutes during winter.

With the password "Piolet d'Or" on the website of the hotel, get discount as part as the Piolets d'Or event
2 nights -10%
3 nights -20%
4 nights -30%
Valid Out Eco room

Label "The Family Hospitality"
The family hotel is a voluntary group of independent hoteliers farmers who chose to unite around common values.
A family of hoteliers welcomes you ... and offers its authenticity and conviviality. A family to share a family who receives you, passionate and concerned about your well-being.
70% of our hotels are hotels and restaurants, and you will discover with pleasure the specialties of the region.

Restaurateur certified 'Gourmet Cuisine'
  • Tips
    This establishment offers the E-Bike service: recharge your electric bike here on request (remember to take your charger) We also offer a pack 5 days / 6 nights mountain biking + heritage discovery and local products". A mix 100% pleasure !!
  • Ils s'engagent
    The Hotel du Faranchin invites you to the edge of the world, in an exceptional mountain environment at the gateway to the Ecrins National Park.
    Deeply rooted in this grandiose universe, open to all outdoor activities, the hotel has joined the Hôteliers Randonneurs agency to promote the development of sustainable, respectful tourism.
    The main thrust of this approach is to guarantee appropriate, quality services at the right price. Providing a cozy, comforting environment is a priority for management, as is a tasty culinary experience (with mountain specialties reviewed by the chef!). All this is orchestrated by a set of eco-gestures that confirm the team's commitment.

Arrangement

Arrangement

2 Room service (24 hours)
20 Double room(s)
2 Family room

Services

Services

Television
Car park
Terrace
Lift
Animals accepted
Wifi
Takeaway sales

Services offered

Quality standards

Quality standards
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Accessibility

Accessibility

Minimum aisle width of 90 cm
Lift (80 x 130 cm) and door >= 77 cm
Reception desk between 70-80 cm high
Height under table >= 70 cm width >= 77 cm
WC + grab handle + adequate space to move
Shower with seat + adequate space to move
Bed, WC… between 45-50 cm high
Bed (90 cm) accessible from at least one side
Room reserved
Visual alarm with flash light
Reception staff sensitized to the reception of people with disabilities

Payment methods

Payment methods

Payment methods

CheckCheck
CashCash
Titres restaurant (vouchers)Titres restaurant (vouchers)
Bank/credit cardBank/credit card
Travellers ChequeTravellers Cheque
Credit transferCredit transfer

Capacity

Capacity

42 Person(s)

Groups (Max capacity)

Groups (Max capacity)
  • 80 Maximum number of people

Openings

Openings

From 26 December 2025 until 12 April 2026 - Open everyday

Location

Location

Hotel Le Faranchin
  • Hôtel Cosy
Elevation : 1650m
17 RD 1091, Villar d'Arène - Village, 05480 Villar-d'Arêne
  • www.lefaranchin.com

Spoken languages

Spoken languages
  • English
  • French

Environment

Environment
  • Close to GR footpath
  • Mountain view
  • Ski resort
  • Mountain location
  • Village centre
  • Lake 5 km away
  • River 5 km away
  • Close to a public transportation
  • Near shuttle stop
  • Village 2 km away

Access

Access
  • Located 3 Km far from La Grave
Updated on 13 October 2025 at 15:56
by Office de tourisme des Hautes Vallées - La Grave - La Clarée - L'Izoard
(Offer identifier : 285558)
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