Name: Le Royal Hotel Lyon - MGallery Collection
Address: 20 Place Bellecour, Lyon, Métropole de Lyon, FR
Price range: $171–$471 per night
Rating: 8.75

What guests think

Across numerous reviews, Le Royal Hotel Lyon - MGallery Collection is praised for its central Place Bellecour location and warm, professional staff, while several guests note dated rooms and bathrooms that would benefit from renovation and occasional maintenance issues.

Breakfast is widely praised, with eggs made to order, and many enjoyed the on-site Bocuse Institute restaurant and the intimate bar. Cleanliness is generally good, though a few guests reported dirty vents, odors, stained carpets, or other signs of wear. Room size varies from compact to spacious suites; layouts can be awkward, with showers that splash water, occasional plumbing quirks, and a few rooms facing noise or weak air conditioning. Expect a charming, central stay with standout service and classic style, offset by aging room finishes.

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Facilities

Classic boutique property with an intimate bar and convenient valet parking; some areas feel worn and would benefit from a refresh.

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Can

Jun 14, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

I highly recommend this hotel! The staff are extremely polite and professional. The rooms and the entire hotel are very clean, stylish, and spacious. The location is perfect—right next to a popular square and within walking distance to everything. If you’re coming by car, there’s parking and valet service available, which is very convenient. If you’re looking for a great place to stay in Lyon, don’t hesitate ,book this hotel!

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Caroline

Dec 8, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Amazing customer service especially from the front desk & specifically the considerate who was a mine of information and help, even with unusual questions. In the centre of all the action for the fete de lumieres, with a great view from my balcony. Loved the red bar - very intimate!

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Roberta

Aug 18, 2022

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Stayed 3 nights

Le camere che abbiamo prenotate erano ampie e con un letto fantastico. Il bagno di una era ampio, ben arredato e confortevole, il bagno dell'altra era vecchio e scomodo, privo di piani di appoggio. Il personale dell'albergo è stato tutto gentile e disponibile. Comodissimo il servizio di parcheggio auto che effettua direttamente il personale dell'albergo. La posizione dell'hotel è molto comoda per raggiungere varie vie interessanti ma fuori dal caso eccessivo. La colazione è ben curata e con prodotti di qualità, anche se pecca un po' in varietà.

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MARGARET

May 12, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location- front desk pleasant but not warmly welcoming. Consigliere was very nice and helpful. Spacious rooms and very clean. Fun bar.

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Michael

Jun 17, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

A beautiful and well appointed small hotel. Excellent staff, excellent breakfast, beautiful room. Extremely comfortable bed. Perfect location.

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Henrik

Jul 27, 2022

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Stayed 1 night

Ett gammalt hotell som behöver restaureras, personalen är suverän, vänliga och serviceminded! Baren rekommenderas! Bartendern är så passionerad och helt otroligt kompetent!

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Suzanne

Oct 17, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Outstanding trip! And our hotel was the main reason. Perfect location. Ideal to walking to the Old City as well as museums and restaurants. The hotel is so welcoming! Elegant but warm. The staff was outstanding! So helpful in every way! Our suite was spacious and well appointed. The bed was extremely comfortable. The special tour the hotel offers, is a must! The views from the rooftop are not to be missed. Breathtaking! This is the only Hotel we will stay in while visiting Lyon.

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Alexander

Feb 19, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

A nice hotel in the heart of Lyon. Public parking is nearby. Very good breakfast. Attentive staff.

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Patricia

Apr 27, 2024

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Stayed 8 nights

My husband and I just spent eight nights in a suite overlooking the Place Bellecour. It was charming, spacious and well-appointed. The breakfast buffet, which included lots of local specialties, was wonderful, and the students from the Paul Bocuse cooking school took very good care of us. The front desk staff and the concierge were always helpful and friendly. We visited the bar for an after dinner drink on more than one occasion. We loved the red decor and the music from the 1960s and 1970s. The location on Place Bellecour, just steps from the tourist office, was extremely convenient. Overall, we had an excellent stay.

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Mahesh

Apr 4, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Great location, service, and well maintained. Shower and sink drained slowly but besides that all good. Restaurants maybe 10 minutes walk away as is shopping. Hotel has valet service which is great when driving but you need to go in or call them to get the car ,,, wish this was better.

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Cleanliness

Many guests found rooms and common areas clean, but several noted issues such as dirty vents, odors, stained or worn carpets, and occasional housekeeping lapses.

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Jonathan

May 3, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Very cozy hotel, professional staff, very clean. French hospitality at its best.

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Erina

Jun 3, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

ロケーションもよく、ホテルも清潔でした。

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Jonel

Sep 3, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

The location of this hotel was perfect, close to everything. The restaurant choices were numerous, with the crown jewel being L'Institute de Bocuse at the same location. The staff was excellent - kind, helpful, and welcoming. The rooms were impeccably clean. The property could use some maintenance/updating. We will definitely go back!

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Brigitte

Sep 25, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Vieux mobilier avec vieille moquette avec des bouts arrachés. Tout est à refaire dans cet hôtel. Ne mérite pas les 5 étoiles! Le personnel est ok. La propreté laisse à désirer... Baignoire trop petite, même pour les personnes de 1m60. Bruyant comme hôtel. Rue animée. Mauvaise expérience et prix trop cher pour ce que c'est.

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FRANCE

Oct 19, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Hôtel classé 5 étoiles mais ne représente pas ce niveau, chambre et salle de bain pas rénovées. Peinture défraîchie, vieux bain, pas de douche séparée, propreté du tapis douteuse. À part pour les concierges qui ont été très efficaces et courtois le reste du personnel pas très efficace, ménage fait en fin d'après-midi, pas de Kleenex, pas de serviettes moyennes etc...C'était notre deuxième séjour et nous n'y retournerons pas.

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William

Oct 5, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

The staff were friendly, and helpful. However, the air vents were extremely dirty. There was black grime on the vent, and on the wall itself. The furniture was faded and outdated, it needs to be updated

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Gordon

May 6, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

My wife and I along with our 5 year old Grandson spent 4 great nights at Hotel Le Royal. Nice and quiet area, hardly any traffic passing by even though its in the centre of the city. The hotel is nice and clean and the staff were amazing, friendly and helpful. We will be returning to Hotel Le Royal next year !!!

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Victor H

Jun 22, 2024

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Stayed 6 nights

酒店位置算中心，晚上電單車很吵，酒店因為有些年份，所以有陣霉味，厠所排水系統有陣異味，淋浴排水有堵塞。前台有幾個職員不太友善，很冷，不客氣，但是有位亞洲面孔的女生，很熱情，還讓我們提早入住。酒店的法國餐廳非常好，我們住六天，連續吃了三天晚餐，非常值得。

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Alexis

Feb 28, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

La chambre est très propre, à l’exception des toilettes sur lesquels apparaissait des traces douteuses… Après contact avec la réception, ils ont été très réactif et sont venus nettoyer rapidement. J’aimais un bémol concernant l’état général, bien que joliment décoré, la chambre, mériterait d’être rafraîchi. Évier, fondu, retouche de peinture, trop visible,

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Hakyun

Jul 27, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent staff, clean, good location

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Rooms

Beds are very comfortable and some suites offer generous space and views, but many rooms feel dated with worn furniture and small or awkward layouts. Guests mention shower splashing, plumbing quirks, occasional odors, weak A/C, and some street noise.

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Peter

Jul 22, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Really nice stay in Lyon in a beautiful corner suite view a magnificent view from the 5th floor.

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Dennis

Jul 17, 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Staff all around was 5 stars. Great location! So much in walking distance including a bunch of restaurants 50 yards away. The only thing I would warn against is the room size. If youbare traveling alone great. It seems like a perfect place for businesses travelers. For couple I would look for a place with a bigger room. The bed is up against the wall so you have to climb over each other. The toilet and shower are right on top of each other, and the hand sink is in the room. There is no real separate "bathroom". But like like I said, great room for a single traveler!

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Paul

Aug 29, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Great location, professional service and very good breakfast. The room in a need of refresh as quite old and worn out furnitures (the bed however very good and comfortable)

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David

Jan 22, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Extremely friendly staff and easy check-in and check-out. Rooms are terrible. This hotel needs a renovation. I do not for a second think this is a 5-star hotel, more like 4 star place. Good location. If you come in and sleep and depart, it's ok.

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guy

Nov 30, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Everything was perfect! The location is very central, within walking distance of the attractions and shopping streets. We loved the design of the hotel - the lobby, the corridors, the room and the restaurant. The room is spacious, the bed was huge and comfortable. All the time we were surrounded by staff members who gave perfect service. We would love to come back!

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TATIANA

Oct 19, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Pros: prime location, great staff. Quiet room, perfect breakfast. Cons: old mattress with pits and uneven surface. Couldn't close windows due to old latches. Bathtub/shower is too tiny to comfortably take a shower. Drain is clogged. Difficult to wash without water flowing all around.

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Joao

Jan 15, 2026

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Stayed 3 nights

The hotel is in desperate need of renovation. All furniture chipped, the room smelled like cigarette, the bathroom was awful: poor tiling, toilet seat from a different model, everything in a vibe of a 1 star hotel from the 1990's... terrible

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Thomas

Jun 30, 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Air conditioning on the 5th floor is mediocre at best

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Victor H

Jun 22, 2024

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Stayed 6 nights

酒店位置算中心，晚上電單車很吵，酒店因為有些年份，所以有陣霉味，厠所排水系統有陣異味，淋浴排水有堵塞。前台有幾個職員不太友善，很冷，不客氣，但是有位亞洲面孔的女生，很熱情，還讓我們提早入住。酒店的法國餐廳非常好，我們住六天，連續吃了三天晚餐，非常值得。

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Edward

Apr 12, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Great location, but this hotel needs an update. Much of the furniture is chipped. Bathrooms could be updated.

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Service

Service is a strong point: staff are consistently friendly, helpful, and proactive, with concierges frequently praised and issues often resolved quickly. A few guests reported delays at check-in or less warm interactions.

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Jerome

Jan 21, 2022

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Stayed 1 night

Équipe professionnelle et charmante.

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Sverre

Oct 8, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Her var det høy standard på alt, og servicen var på topp. Rommet var flott, og vi ble oppgradert - noe som alltid er hyggelig. Lyon var en flott by, og vi kommer gjerne tilbake både til Lyon og til Le Royal Hotel Lyon.

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Matthew

Jun 24, 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

My stay was comfortable; the bed was like floating on a cloud, although over all the room was slightly dated. I was disappointed when using the shower after my first evening that the shower gel and shampoo containers were completely empty, I was rushing to be ready for a meeting and there was no urgency amongst the staff when I called down and they only responded after I went to reception to complain in person.

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Caroline

Dec 8, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

Amazing customer service especially from the front desk & specifically the considerate who was a mine of information and help, even with unusual questions. In the centre of all the action for the fete de lumieres, with a great view from my balcony. Loved the red bar - very intimate!

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Mehran

Sep 7, 2023

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Stayed 1 night

EVA (Ewa?) was absolutely great. Incredibly professional and delightful. She helped combine two separate reservations for me. Called me on my US number a couple of times etc etc. It was however disappointing to see that at about 4 PM when i checked in, my room was not ready even though check in is at 3 PM...then the faucet had no hot water...i had to wait for a while to get hot water. The rooms are small. Location is good, in a prime neighborhood.

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Clay

Feb 26, 2026

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Stayed 3 nights

Fantastic location. Quiet, excellent staff and service. Would absolutely recommend.

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David

Jan 22, 2026

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Stayed 1 night

Extremely friendly staff and easy check-in and check-out. Rooms are terrible. This hotel needs a renovation. I do not for a second think this is a 5-star hotel, more like 4 star place. Good location. If you come in and sleep and depart, it's ok.

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MARGARET

May 12, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Great location- front desk pleasant but not warmly welcoming. Consigliere was very nice and helpful. Spacious rooms and very clean. Fun bar.

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Gordon

May 6, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

My wife and I along with our 5 year old Grandson spent 4 great nights at Hotel Le Royal. Nice and quiet area, hardly any traffic passing by even though its in the centre of the city. The hotel is nice and clean and the staff were amazing, friendly and helpful. We will be returning to Hotel Le Royal next year !!!

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Alexandre

Jun 15, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Excelente café da manhã. Muito boa localização. Pessoal muito educado e prestativo. Tive um problema com o ar-condicionado mas, ao pedir solução, prontamente me trocaram de quarto. Ainda ganhei 2 taças de champanhe.

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Location

Exceptionally central on Place Bellecour with the metro and tours nearby; easy walking to the old town, shopping streets, and restaurants. A few reviews mention street noise at night for some rooms.

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Christine

Aug 14, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Staying in hotel on Place Bellecour made a convenient location for a first visit to Lyon. Enjoyed quiet room on courtyard with very comfortable bed and welcome cooling during hot weather. The concierge was of particular help in recommending restaurants and suggesting activities.

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Laurence

Sep 11, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

This hotel has an excellent location in Lyon. Near everything. Across the street from the tourism office which is where several tours begin. The staff was helpful when I asked. I understand the hotel will be going through a renovation next year which is needed in some areas. Also, my room was smaller than I prefer but that’s my fault for not upgrading. All-in-all, a great stay.

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George

Jun 24, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

We felt very fortunate to have chosen Hotel Royal Lyon. The room was big, comfortable, clean, and stylish. It was walking distance from most of what we wanted to see in Lyon, and the metro is right across the street.

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Clay

Feb 26, 2026

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Stayed 3 nights

Fantastic location. Quiet, excellent staff and service. Would absolutely recommend.

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Robert

Apr 29, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Location to city centre and all that Lyon has to offer was perfect.

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Elisabeth

Aug 31, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

A central good situated hotel with walking distance to many things to see.

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guy

Nov 30, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Everything was perfect! The location is very central, within walking distance of the attractions and shopping streets. We loved the design of the hotel - the lobby, the corridors, the room and the restaurant. The room is spacious, the bed was huge and comfortable. All the time we were surrounded by staff members who gave perfect service. We would love to come back!

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Daniel

Nov 3, 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Very nice hotel, very well located. Metro was steps from the door and easy walk to the old town. Main pedestrian shopping district a block away. Staff are superb.

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Sarah

Apr 27, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Excellent location, friendly staff

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Victor H

Jun 22, 2024

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Stayed 6 nights

酒店位置算中心，晚上電單車很吵，酒店因為有些年份，所以有陣霉味，厠所排水系統有陣異味，淋浴排水有堵塞。前台有幾個職員不太友善，很冷，不客氣，但是有位亞洲面孔的女生，很熱情，還讓我們提早入住。酒店的法國餐廳非常好，我們住六天，連續吃了三天晚餐，非常值得。

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Dining

Breakfast is frequently praised for quality, often with eggs cooked to order. Many enjoyed the on-site Bocuse Institute restaurant, though a few guests were disappointed or found it closed during renovation.

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James

Oct 31, 2023

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Stayed 4 nights

Older hotel that is upgraded. Fantastic location. Breakfast was a little disappointing - we went out after one experience. Staff treated us like royalty. Manager walked us into L'Institute and introduced us to the maitre d' before our dinner - nice touch. Beds were very comfortable. Concierge offered great suggestions and helped with dinner reservations.

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Marius

Aug 2, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Very nice hotel with a great location close to the old town and city center. The room was fine, but there was no door or screen for the shower in the bathroom, making it impossible to shower without getting the entire bathroom wet. The staff were really helpful and attentive. Breakfast offered a good selection of options, including eggs made to order. The staff in the breakfast room were friendly, but sometimes a little too eager to help — they should give guests a moment to settle in and consider their options.

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Camilla

Nov 17, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Rena rum, mycket sköna sängar, supergod frukost och trevlig samt professionell personal

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Richard

Jun 3, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

A great hotel, very comfortable, amazing service, and in the best location in Lyon, and the metro just across the street! In addition, a michelin like restaurant on the premises, L'Institut.

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Boris

Sep 12, 2024

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Stayed 3 nights

The central location of the hotel is ideal for exploring Lyon. The staff is friendly and professional and the breakfast is superb! We asked the chef to prepare omelettes and they were cooked to absolute perfection. The hotel also houses the Bocuse Institute restaurant, staffed by students in both the front and back of house. Our three course meal was was sublime. There are students working in the kitchen who may earn their own Michelin star one day. The servers made a few mistakes with silverware placement and blanking on the ingredient list when serving the main course. In both cases a senior instructor jumped in to correct the student and fix the mistake. It was a great experience for us and a learning experience for the students. Our only complaint with the hotel was the furnishings in the room. They were somewhat old and long in the tooth. It's time to replace the carpets and the furniture.

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Elizabeth

Sep 10, 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

Kind and very helpful staff, quiet, comfortable room, very good breakfast, excellent area for attractions, transport and dining.

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Per-Henrik

Jun 18, 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Beautiful, classic and central with an amazing breakfast. Quiet, comfy beds and impeccable service. Felt royal!

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Virginie

Jul 27, 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Excellent séjour. Équipe dévouée. Petit déjeuner copieux et délicieux. Espace convivial et chic.

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Luiz Flávio M

Jan 23, 2022

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Stayed 4 nights

Hotel super bem localizado, próximo a excelentes restaurantes e atrações da cidade, com quartos confortáveis e que conta com uma equipe super atenciosa. Destaque para o café da manha, simplesmente espetacular.

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Juan

Aug 26, 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

My wife and I checked in and after seeing our bedroom realized we had made a huge mistake. We wanted to enjoy our trip to Lyon but the hotel was not up to our standards. Supposedly a 5 star hotel but it really feels like a 3 stars. No restaurant was available for dinner because it is under renovation. Our room was a trip to the past in a bad way. All was old, not dirty but in dire need of renovation and attention. We had to check out after having dinner at a restaurant nearby and go to a better hotel. To top it all off, the manager refused to give us a refund. They even kept the 2 night! Unbelievable! Beware!

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Month	Average price
January	$215
February	$216
March	$226
April	$231
May	$250
June	$281
July	$209
August	$172
September	$304
October	$292
November	$263
December	$287

Su	Mo	Tu	We	Th	Fr	Sa
				1 $276	2 $259	3
4 $216	5 $212	6 $301	7 $295	8 $296	9 $276	10 $292
11 $232	12 $364	13 $289	14 $370	15 $267	16 $301	17 $265
18 $227	19 $251	20 $211	21 $232	22 $171	23 $239	24 $239
25 $194	26 $198	27 $215	28 $383	29 $327	30 $239	31 $237

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Junior Suite, 1 Double Bed, City View (Circular)

Classic Room, 1 Twin Bed, City View

Superior Room, 1 Double Bed, City View

Junior Suite, 1 Double Bed, City View

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Classic Room, 1 Double Bed, City View

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