Guests rate Académie Hôtel Lyon 8.2/10 (553 reviews). The centre is 900 m away. On site, the property offers free Wi-Fi, pet-friendly stays and air conditioning.
Quick Overview
Académie Hôtel Lyon is a 4-star hotel in Lyon, France, with 13 rooms. Set in Old Lyon and renovated in 2023, it works as a central base for guests who want to stay in a historic district with direct access to museums, monuments, and local dining. The building dates from 1406 and combines heritage features with modern room comfort, including air conditioning, soundproofing, private bathrooms, and free Wi‑Fi.
Location context and transport
Staying in Old Lyon places you within walking distance of restaurants, cultural sites, and transport, so daily travel, dining, and sightseeing can be handled without long transfers.
Dining nearby:
- Restaurant La Grillardière &ndash, 50 m
- Restaurant Chez Tamara &ndash, 50 m
- Cafe/bar La Mi Graine &ndash, 100 m
Public transport:
- Lyon-Saint-Paul station &ndash, 150 m
- Lyon-Gorge-de-Loup station &ndash, 3.1 km
Nearby sights:
- Hôtel de Gadagne &ndash, 160 m
- Gadagne Museum &ndash, 270 m
- Église Notre Dame Saint-Vincent &ndash, 350 m
- Fresque des Lyonnais &ndash, 370 m
Attractions and nature:
- Tour Part-Dieu &ndash, 2.3 km
- Parc de la Tête d'Or &ndash, 2.6 km
- Mountain Monts d'Or &ndash, 3.7 km
Airports:
- Lyon - Saint Exupery Airport &ndash, 22.8 km
- Saint-Étienne - Bouthéon Airport &ndash, 61.6 km
- Alpes-Isère Airport &ndash, 78 km
Accommodation standard
The hotel provides a private, well-equipped stay with air-conditioned and soundproofed rooms, so guests can rest away from street noise. Shared in-room amenities include a kettle, coffee machine, wardrobe, safe, seating area, TV, telephone, bedside socket, and Wi‑Fi, giving you the tools to work, store valuables, and prepare hot drinks independently. Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries, while courtyard views add a quieter outlook in selected rooms.
- Light Suite: Offers a TV and a private bathroom with a walk-in shower.
- Classic Room: Adds a hairdryer and an inner courtyard view.
- Lyon Traboule Suite: Includes a seating area for extra space during longer stays.
- Classic Room Ground Yard: Offers all standard amenities.
Practical solutions
Continental breakfast is available daily for an extra charge, which helps organize mornings without needing to leave the property. Daily housekeeping, laundry, a lift to upper floors, smoke detectors, and access for guests with reduced mobility support a smoother stay, while courtyard access adds a quieter arrival route.
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