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Auberge de l'Impossible is an excellent choice for travellers visiting Briançon, offering a family-friendly environment alongside many helpful amenities designed to enhance your stay.
Close to Fort des Têtes et non fort du chateau (1.3 mi), a popular Briançon landmark, Auberge de l'Impossible is a great destination for tourists.
The rooms offer a flat screen TV and a desk, and getting online is possible, as free wifi is available, allowing you to rest and refresh with ease.
In addition, as a valued Auberge de l'Impossible guest, you can enjoy an on-site restaurant that is available on-site. Guests arriving by vehicle have access to free parking.
When you’re feeling hungry, be sure to check out Le Jasmin, which is an Asian restaurant that is popular with locals and out-of-towners alike.
If you are interested in exploring Briançon, check out a historic site, such as Cité Vauban.
Enjoy your stay in Briançon!
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Wifi
Restaurant
Pets Allowed ( Dog / Pet Friendly )
Shuttle bus service
Spa
Non-smoking hotel
Breakfast available
Breakfast buffet
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Desk
Flatscreen TV
Complimentary toiletries
Hair dryer
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Non-smoking rooms
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HOTEL STYLE
Romantic
Mountain View
Languages Spoken
English, French, Italian
Location
43 Avenue de Savoie, 05100 Briançon France
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Citta Di Torino Airport
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The hotel is well located just outside Briançon, the rooms are small, clean and could do with some updating. The balcony is nice but unusable because of the noise caused by the departmental road, this is the only big downside. Meals, like breakfasts, are plentiful and delicious. The welcome and kindness of the staff are worth noting. The very affordable price, the bicycle storage in the cellar is secure. Everything would be perfect without the noise of road traffic.
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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A small hotel with nice friendly host. Good breakfast.
The hotel was further away from the City Centre than we expected and we hadn't ordered dinner at the hotel. The host was nice, and since we were on bikes, said she happy for us to buy some cold food at local supermarket and eat on balcony. Very pleasant evening.
The hotel was further away from the City Centre than we expected and we hadn't ordered dinner at the hotel. The host was nice, and since we were on bikes, said she happy for us to buy some cold food at local supermarket and eat on balcony. Very pleasant evening.
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Date of stay: September 2016Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Do not even think about staying at this hotel. The owner is a vile rude crooked man,
We stayed one night , had to book out no heating no hot water,paid by credit card the owner took out for six nights.
Spent next year trying to get money back from credit card company.
Avoid at all costs
We stayed one night , had to book out no heating no hot water,paid by credit card the owner took out for six nights.
Spent next year trying to get money back from credit card company.
Avoid at all costs
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Date of stay: March 2008Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Stayed here with 2 freinds on a boarding winter trip. The owners believe totaly that the customer isnt king at all, but the owners are. This was demonstrated when asking how far from the ski lifts we were and weather extra pillows were avaiable. The owners mocked us verbally the next day, we found out the hotel is approx 2 miles from the lifts and no pillows were offered as "we already had pillows". Dont stay here, you dont need the hassle. We avioded the owners for the next 3 days.
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Date of stay: January 2010Trip type: Travelled with friends
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We spent a night there during our motorcycle tour in the Alps in July 2020.
The hotel boosts several parking spots off the street so there are plenty of options for cars and motorcycles alike.
When we arrived there was no other staff than the person at reception. He greeted us seemingly unfazed by our arrival, checked our booking and gave us the keys to our rooms, located on two different floors, despite our request to be located near each other. We were told the hotel is full and there are no such options. Later a group of French bikers arrived. 3 have booked a room and another one just came without the booking. The receptionist checked what he could do and provided him with a single room (in a hotel we were told was full), at a more preferential rate than the pre-booked rooms and see wonder: they could get their two rooms right next to each other.
Although on the booking sites they state dinner is available and right at reception the daily menu is displayed, we were told there is no restaurant. Hence we were told to go to town and received a key for the night entrance, to be used after 2200.
We came back from dinner just after 1930 and wanted to get a beer, only to find out from another guest that the receptionist had some urgent things to do and left, closing down the whole establishment. No bar, nothing.
Now the rooms: they are basic, but clean. Enough for a good sleep. Pillows and mattress are comfy and the rooms quiet. The bathroom is very basic and could no with a renovation, but it was also clean. No issues with cold or hot water.
View from the room straight up is basic but looking out to the side, one can see the sublime mountains.
The bar area has not been tidied or cleaned since pre-winter I guess and wi-fi is only available in the rooms or the hotel building.
Breakfast is the most basic we had on our 10 day trip and selection ratios are small, so make sure you go first otherwise no luck. The croissants were good though. Hot and tasty.
The same receptionist runs the breakfast service as well as the check-out/invoicing and his face and tone clearly express his discontent.
Overall, there are better options in the area. If you are looking for just a bed, then this can be the place for you, though the price reflects more than just a simple hostel type thing.
The hotel boosts several parking spots off the street so there are plenty of options for cars and motorcycles alike.
When we arrived there was no other staff than the person at reception. He greeted us seemingly unfazed by our arrival, checked our booking and gave us the keys to our rooms, located on two different floors, despite our request to be located near each other. We were told the hotel is full and there are no such options. Later a group of French bikers arrived. 3 have booked a room and another one just came without the booking. The receptionist checked what he could do and provided him with a single room (in a hotel we were told was full), at a more preferential rate than the pre-booked rooms and see wonder: they could get their two rooms right next to each other.
Although on the booking sites they state dinner is available and right at reception the daily menu is displayed, we were told there is no restaurant. Hence we were told to go to town and received a key for the night entrance, to be used after 2200.
We came back from dinner just after 1930 and wanted to get a beer, only to find out from another guest that the receptionist had some urgent things to do and left, closing down the whole establishment. No bar, nothing.
Now the rooms: they are basic, but clean. Enough for a good sleep. Pillows and mattress are comfy and the rooms quiet. The bathroom is very basic and could no with a renovation, but it was also clean. No issues with cold or hot water.
View from the room straight up is basic but looking out to the side, one can see the sublime mountains.
The bar area has not been tidied or cleaned since pre-winter I guess and wi-fi is only available in the rooms or the hotel building.
Breakfast is the most basic we had on our 10 day trip and selection ratios are small, so make sure you go first otherwise no luck. The croissants were good though. Hot and tasty.
The same receptionist runs the breakfast service as well as the check-out/invoicing and his face and tone clearly express his discontent.
Overall, there are better options in the area. If you are looking for just a bed, then this can be the place for you, though the price reflects more than just a simple hostel type thing.
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Date of stay: July 2020
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Stayed here while on motorcycle trip through the Alps. Really friendly welcome. Parking. Breakfast available (for extra charge). Clean comfortable rooms with shower. Affordable. Only downside is it's a little out of town, but it's still walkable.
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Date of stay: June 2009Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Stayed there for one night with a group of five people on our cycling holiday in the French Alpes. The rooms under the room ar tiny a the last renovation was perhaps 20 years ago. Because of the lack of space there was not even a door between the sleeping space for 3 people and the shower/toilett. 90 Euro for 3 people and a crappy breakfast for 7 Euros each is ok but we were happy to leave the place the next morning. The hotel is next to the main road from Briancon to Col de Galabier and the trafic is enormous.
In the breakfast room was a picture showing the 2011 Tour de France winner Cedal Evans with the otherwise nice and friendly owner of Auberge de l`Impossible.
In the breakfast room was a picture showing the 2011 Tour de France winner Cedal Evans with the otherwise nice and friendly owner of Auberge de l`Impossible.
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Date of stay: July 2012Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Katie and Bertrand took this over about a year ago and have made this into a great choice for an overnight or few days' stay. Room 2 has long balcony at rear and space for outside evening drinks etc. Katie cooks home style which is better than most restaurants and just 18€ for three courses by reservation. Location on northern edge of town on road to Grenoble and stunning drive to some of the best views in Alps near Col de Galibier towards Valloise. Owners making many improvements and very keen to make the stay enjoyable nod comfortable. There is a hot tub and sauna available for guests and a good restaurant area for breakfast (8€) and evening meals. Please ignore any older reviews as they do not now apply. Good luck Katie and thanks to Bertrand for the lift to the station to get our hire car in Gap! John and Christine
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Date of stay: July 2016Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Room Tip: Room 2 was probably best location but shower needs fixing on holder. Plenty of hot water at all...
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the great welcome, the meal very good, the rooms very clean, the welcome for bikers and the picturesque place means that I give it a 5.
Be careful... this is not a HOTEL but a hostel..
know the difference..
And quite frankly the place is GREAT and the little family that runs it is very friendly.
I will come back without hesitation
Be careful... this is not a HOTEL but a hostel..
know the difference..
And quite frankly the place is GREAT and the little family that runs it is very friendly.
I will come back without hesitation
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Date of stay: May 2024Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Room Tip: Attention ne prend pas la CB .
mais Retrait pas très loins
seul chose a redire a ce lieu
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hello on the advice of a friend I was very well received it's a family affair
it's a very charming staff and the hotel is very clean, it doesn't change anything
Sincerely
Eric Nappi
it's a very charming staff and the hotel is very clean, it doesn't change anything
Sincerely
Eric Nappi
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Travelled on business
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Room Tip: tres bon pour un groupe de motard
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PRICE RANGE
$126 - $146 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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auberge de l impossible
LOCATION
FranceProvence-Alpes-Cote d'AzurHautes-AlpesBriançon
NUMBER OF ROOMS
11
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What are some of the property amenities at Auberge de l'Impossible?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, an on-site restaurant, and a spa.
What food & drink options are available at Auberge de l'Impossible?
Guests can enjoy an on-site restaurant and breakfast during their stay.
Is parking available at Auberge de l'Impossible?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
Are pets allowed at Auberge de l'Impossible?
Yes, pets are typically allowed, but it's always best to call ahead to confirm.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at Auberge de l'Impossible?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English, French, and Italian.