Hotel Le Faranchin - Villar-d'Arene

3-star mountain hotel in Villar-d'Arene with views of La Meije glacier

Accommodations & Views

Hotel Le Faranchin offers guest rooms that overlook the mountains, with most rooms featuring a balcony and a flat-screen TV. The Superior Double or Twin Room on the North Side provides a comfortable base for exploring the region. Many rooms offer scenic views of La Meije glacier from the guest rooms.

Dining & Culinary Experience

Le Faranchin hotel serves traditional French cuisine prepared by Chef David Amieux in its on-site restaurant. The daily breakfast buffet includes a variety of local options, and the restaurant offers special diet menus upon request. Guests can also enjoy a fondue for one person, a rare offering for solo travelers.

Wellness & Recreation

Hôtel Le Faranchin has a jacuzzi, sauna, and fitness center for guest use. The property provides direct access to lesser-known hiking and skiing routes in the Meije region. Guests can also use the on-site massage services after a day of cycling, fishing, or hiking.

Family & Accessibility

Le Faranchin hotel offers family rooms and board games and puzzles for children. The property has facilities for disabled guests, including rooms with lower bathroom sinks and toilets with grab rails. Kids' meals are available, and the hotel provides a chapel or shrine on site.

Location & Activities

Hotel Le Faranchin sits in the traditional mountain village of Villar-d'Arene, with direct access to the Lautaret and Galibier mountain passes. Guests can visit the Museum of Sacred Art and UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Briançon and Guillestre. The hotel also offers ski storage, a ski pass vendor, and ski school arrangements.

• Location: Traditional mountain village of Villar-d'Arene, near Lautaret and Galibier passes
• Rooms: Superior Double or Twin Rooms with balcony and glacier views
• Dining: Traditional French cuisine by Chef David Amieux, fondue for one person
• Wellness: Jacuzzi, sauna, fitness center, and massage services
• Activities: Direct access to hiking, skiing, cycling, and fishing routes
• Family: Family rooms, kids' meals, board games and puzzles