Hôtel du Faucon

Rooms and decor

The rooms are plain and small, sized to 2-star standard, with clean bedding, free Wi-Fi and a private bathroom in some units. There are no fancy extras here — the place is built for travelers who just want a clean bed at the lowest price in town. Most reviews land on the same note: good price, good location, right for a tight budget. The decor is dated and the building is older, so set expectations accordingly.

Food and amenities

Breakfast is not part of the standard rate. You can add it on, but the smarter move is to walk down into the old town and grab something at a cafe or bakery, where it costs less. Beyond the front desk and Wi-Fi, facilities are minimal — this is a no-frills 2-star, not a hotel with a pool or a gym.

Location and getting there

Hôtel du Faucon sits right in the centre of Fribourg, an 8 to 10-minute walk from Fribourg train station. From there it is about 12 to 15 minutes to St. Nicholas Cathedral and the medieval old town, dropping down on the old Funiculaire. The central spot makes it easy to get around on foot and saves you transport money.

Things to know before booking

This is a very basic 2-star: no breakfast in the standard rate, no extra facilities, and dated decor in an older building. Rooms are small, and the ones facing the main road can pick up street noise — ask for a higher floor at the back. Staff are friendly and switch between English, French and German, and they are good at pointing you toward cheap food in town.

Our take

Come here for one reason: it is the cheapest stay in this list, from about $80 a night, right in central Fribourg. The 7.8/10 on Agoda is fair — solid for the price, nothing more. Best for backpackers, budget-minded solo travelers and anyone who wants a clean, central base and does not need luxury.