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Lyon Hotel Guide - Historic Hotels in Lyon, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

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Our top choices for Lyon historic hotels

An indoor swimming pool with clear views of the outside through large windows.

1. Villa Maïa

Villa Maïa
5.0 star property
Lyon City Centre
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (158 reviews)
"Great place to stay in Lyon especially if you are going to stay more than 2 nights. This is the place where you relax and enjoy."
United States
Yasuko
The price is €424
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Villa Maïa
A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, overlooking a river and cityscape.

2. Hotel Fort St Laurent Lyon - Handwritten Collection

Hotel Fort St Laurent Lyon - Handwritten Collection
4.0 star property
1st Arrondissement
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (68 reviews)
"Rooms very clean, does have an elevator, they have prepaid parking you can reserve ahead of time. Otherwise very difficult to find parking on the street, beautiful view from hotel patio over the city"
United States
Natasha
The price is €135
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Hotel Fort St Laurent Lyon - Handwritten Collection
A menu titled 'COCKTAILS CLASSICS' with a list of drinks and their prices.

3. Pullman Lyon

Pullman Lyon
4.0 star property
Lyon City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (695 reviews)
"Modern and tidy business hotel right next to Gare Lyon Part Dieu."
Hong Kong SAR China
Pak Ki
The price is €118
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Pullman Lyon
A hotel with a modern facade, large windows, and a prominent sign.

4. Hôtel Le Roosevelt

Hôtel Le Roosevelt
4.0 star property
Lyon City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (291 reviews)
"Great location. Lots of restaurants and Boulanger nearby. Easy to metro, but walkable to Les Halles Paul Bocuse and other sites. The cold still and sparkling water in the lobby is a nice touch A negative is the oddly configured bathroom, at least ours was, and the lack of espresso machine in the room"
United States
Bradley
The price is €104
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Hôtel Le Roosevelt
A spacious lobby with high ceilings, ornate columns, and a checkered floor.

5. Intercontinental Lyon Hotel Dieu by IHG

Intercontinental Lyon Hotel Dieu by IHG
5.0 star property
Lyon City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (623 reviews)
"Excelente hotel"
Mexico
David
The price is €200
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Intercontinental Lyon Hotel Dieu by IHG
A modern hotel room with a large bed, wooden ceiling beams, a desk with a chair, and a dining area.

6. Académie Hôtel Lyon

Académie Hôtel Lyon
4.0 star property
Lyon City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (293 reviews)
"A charming spot with great access to Old Lyon."
Canada
Rhonda
The price is €133
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Académie Hôtel Lyon
A historic building with a balcony and a sign reading "1882".

7. Hotel De Verdun 1882, BW Signature Collection

Hotel De Verdun 1882, BW Signature Collection
4.0 star property
Lyon City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (13 reviews)
"Clean room, great staff. The only issue is our room was a different part of the building and required me to carry the suitcases across the stairs."
United States
Ricardo
The price is €147
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Hotel De Verdun 1882, BW Signature Collection
A hotel with a courtyard, benches, and a fountain.

8. Carlton Hotel Lyon - MGallery Collection

Carlton Hotel Lyon - MGallery Collection
4.0 star property
Lyon City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"The staff were exceptional. The hotel is in an amazing area. The hotel is great"
Canada
Ingrid
The price is €194
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Carlton Hotel Lyon - MGallery Collection
A high-rise hotel room with large windows, a round dining table, and modern chairs.

9. Villa Florentine, A Beauvallon Hotel & Spa

Villa Florentine, A Beauvallon Hotel & Spa
5.0 star property
Lyon City Centre
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (502 reviews)
"Incredible hotel on all fronts. Can’t wait to go back."
United States
Anne
The price is €261
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Villa Florentine, A Beauvallon Hotel & Spa
A modern café interior with a central bar area, wooden stools, and a variety of baked goods displayed on the counter.

10. TRIBE Lyon Croix Rousse

TRIBE Lyon Croix Rousse
4.0 star property
Margnolles - Rhône
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (212 reviews)
"Great stay. All new and clean, with attention to detail. Nice furniture and deco overall. Comfortable bed. Location is good if you want to avoid the busy city center."
Spain
Stefania
The price is €92
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
TRIBE Lyon Croix Rousse
A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, tables, and chairs, overlooking a cityscape with historic buildings and a church.

11. Maison Nô

Maison Nô
4.0 star property
Lyon City Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (540 reviews)
"Great location."
Canada
sean
The price is €79
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Maison Nô
A spacious restaurant with multiple dining tables, hanging pendant lights, and large windows providing natural light.

12. Campanile PRIME - Lyon Centre Gare Part Dieu

Campanile PRIME - Lyon Centre Gare Part Dieu
3.0 star property
Lyon City Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,654 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Xingxiao
The price is €76
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Campanile PRIME - Lyon Centre Gare Part Dieu
An outdoor dining area with a table set for breakfast, including croissants, fruit, and juice.

13. Hôtel Edmond W

Hôtel Edmond W
4.0 star property
Lyon City Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (224 reviews)
"Great location, friendly staff, comfy bed, wonderful smelling soap and body lotion and always free sweeties in the lobby! We would certainly recommend staying here"
United Kingdom
Janet
The price is €112
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Hôtel Edmond W
A courtyard with a central fountain, surrounded by a building with arched windows and a tiled floor.

14. Fourvière Hôtel Lyon

Fourvière Hôtel Lyon
4.0 star property
Lyon City Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Beautiful setting removed from the city but easy to access the city from the funicular. Gorgeous and historic buildings with a great bar and restaurant. Rooms were very comfortable."
United Kingdom
Louise
The price is €131
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Fourvière Hôtel Lyon
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a TV mounted on the wall, and a view of a building through an open window.

15. Hôtel des Artistes

Hôtel des Artistes
3.0 star property
Lyon City Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Great place to stay with a nice central location to boot!"
United States
Michael
The price is €108
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Hôtel des Artistes
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, a fireplace, and a TV.

16. Hotel Vaubecour

Hotel Vaubecour
2.0 star property
Lyon City Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (362 reviews)
"The staff were great! It was a convenient location and short to walk to train and tourist sites of Lyon."
United States
Nicholas
The price is €82
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hotel Vaubecour
A balcony with a view of a river and buildings.

17. Le Phenix Hotel

Le Phenix Hotel
4.0 star property
Lyon City Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"It's a great hotel located in a beautiful part of town. We had a lovely few days there."
United Kingdom
Valerie
The price is €143
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Le Phenix Hotel
A spacious interior with multiple dining areas, red curtains, and a central seating area with a red sofa.

18. Cour des Loges Lyon, A Radisson Collection Hotel

Cour des Loges Lyon, A Radisson Collection Hotel
5.0 star property
Lyon City Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (672 reviews)
"Hotel design, helpful staff, great breakfast"
United States
Monika
The price is €228
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Cour des Loges Lyon, A Radisson Collection Hotel
A buffet setup with multiple food containers, a counter with stools, and overhead hanging pots.

19. Mama Shelter Lyon

Mama Shelter Lyon
4.0 star property
Lyon City Centre
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (568 reviews)
"Fun place to stay. Not your usual cookie-cutter hotel."
United States
Lorene
The price is €92
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Mama Shelter Lyon
A modern reception area with a curved desk, multiple monitors, and pendant lighting.

20. Hôtel Mercure Lyon Centre - Gare Part Dieu

Hôtel Mercure Lyon Centre - Gare Part Dieu
4.0 star property
Lyon City Centre
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Spacious room!"
Australia
Je Kit Joel
The price is €102
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hôtel Mercure Lyon Centre - Gare Part Dieu
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Top Lyon Hotel Reviews

Campanile PRIME - Lyon Centre Gare Part Dieu

Campanile PRIME - Lyon Centre Gare Part Dieu

8/10 Good
"Ok to catch an early Train . Perfectly located to Gate"
Virginia 1-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
Campanile PRIME - Lyon Centre Gare Part Dieu

Frequently asked questions

What can a history buff expect from a stay in Lyon?
During a trip in Lyon, historians and history buffs alike may want to plan a visit to the a cathedral. The major shopping area and top-notch restaurants are some of the places to visit while you're here. You can also discover the museums during your holiday to this family-friendly area.
How many historical hotels are there in Lyon?
Lyon is home to 2032 hotels and other accommodation options bookable on Expedia though not many historic hotels to choose from.
What are the most important historical sites and other places to visit in Lyon?
Lyon is notable for its a cathedral and landmarks like Hôtel de Ville de Lyon, Lyon Cathedral and Hôtel-Dieu. Cultural venues include Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon, Lyon National Opera and Transbordeur. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are Place des Terreaux and Palais de Justice de Lyon.
What is a historic hotel like in Lyon?
By choosing a historic hotel, you can stay someplace that has an officially recognised historic designation. A palace, castle, stately home or even a lodge, pub or skyscraper can be identified as a historic hotel as long as it has special significance. Period features or traditional architecture can be admired in the communal spaces and guestrooms of these historic hotels in Lyon, bringing the history to life.
What is the difference between a historic hotel and a heritage hotel?
"Heritage hotel" is more common in Asia and Europe, wheareas the term "historic hotel" is more commonly used in the U.S. overall though the terms are similar. The building and architecture of historic hotels tend to be what's most significant. For a heritage hotel, it's mainly the cultural value along with how it inspired the community.
Do historic hotels in Lyon have modern facilities?
Hotels have the safety features and modern conveniences you expect to find, while every effort is made to preserve treasured traditions and historic facades. Private rooms with updated bathroom facilities, heating and air conditioning, free and fast Internet, and the usual amenities found at a contemporary hotel will be available in a historic hotel. When you choose a historic hotel in Lyon, don't worry that you'll find yourself staying at a place that is rundown or uncomfortable.

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