Luxury hotels in Lyon

Hey! When I travel I love to stay at luxurious hotels - especially the kind of places that offer over the top extras and really spoil their guests with great service, nice spas, awesome restaurants and beautiful views. What more can you want? To save some time, I've put together this list of my favourite 5-star hotels and resorts in Lyon. I hope you will like it!

• 1 Hotel Le Royal Lyon - MGallery Lyon, France

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of Lyon. Overlooking Place Bellecour in the centre of Lyon, Hôtel Le Royal Lyon - MGallery Collection is just a 10-minute walk from Lyon's Old Town and 5 km from Cité Internationale. This 5-star hotel offers a lounge bar and free WiFi. The air-conditioned guest rooms and suites Hôtel Le Royal Lyon feature a flat-screen HD TV and a minibar for an additional charge. The private bathrooms have a bath or shower, bathrobes, a hairdryer and slippers. 2 bottles of mineral water are offered upon arrival. Breakfast can be enjoyed in the guest's room upon request or in the breakfast room. The hotel's restaurant 'l'Institut' serves food prepared by chefs from the well-known Paul Bocuse Institute. Gourmet cooking classes can be taken above the restaurant. Situated right next to Bellecour Metro station, Hôtel Le Royal Lyon - MGallery Collection is a 18-minute walk from the Fine Arts Museum and 3 km from Confluence museum. Part-Dieu Train Station is 4 km away and Perrache is a 14-minute walk away. Public parking is available nearby. Show full description Guest review score 8.5, rooms from around 130 EUR.

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• 2 Sofitel Lyon Bellecour Lyon, France

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of Lyon. Located in the heart of Lyon, a 4-minute walk from Place Bellecour, Sofitel Lyon Bellecour offers 5-star accommodation with a wellness area and a fitness centre. A 24-hour reception and a business centre are available. All rooms and suites at Sofitel Lyon Bellecour have air conditioning, a free soft drinks minibar and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The private bathrooms are equipped with free Balmain toiletries, bathrobes, and a hairdryer. Some rooms have views of the River Rhône. Offering views of the city, "The restaurant "Les Trois Dômes serves a refined and seasonal cuisine. Guests can sample the cocktail menu at Bar Le Melhor while enjoying the panoramic city views. Vieux Lyon is a 14-minute walk from Sofitel Lyon Bellecour, while Musée des Confluences is a 7-minute drive away. Lyon-Perrache Train Station and tram stops are a 14-minute walk from the property. Show full description Guest review score 7.6, rooms from around 170 EUR.

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• 3 InterContinental Lyon - Hotel Dieu, an IHG Hotel Lyon, France

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of Lyon. Situated in Lyon, 1.1 km from Musée Miniature et Cinéma, InterContinental Lyon - Hotel Dieu, an IHG Hotel features accommodation with a fitness centre, private parking, a garden and a terrace. Among the facilities of this property are a restaurant, room service and a 24-hour front desk, along with free WiFi. The accommodation offers an ATM, a concierge service and currency exchange for guests. The hotel will provide guests with air-conditioned rooms with a desk, a coffee machine, a minibar, a safety deposit box, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a shower. Every room is equipped with a kettle, while certain rooms have a balcony and others also boast city views. At InterContinental Lyon - Hotel Dieu, an IHG Hotel rooms include bed linen and towels. A buffet, continental or American breakfast is available each morning at the property. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include the Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon, Fourviere Roman Theatre and Part-Dieu Train Station. The nearest airport is Lyon - Saint Exupery Airport, 29 km from InterContinental Lyon - Hotel Dieu, an IHG Hotel. Show full description Guest review score 9.1, rooms from around 255 EUR.

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• 4 Villa Maïa Lyon, France

  

  Hotel. Located on Fourvière Hill in Lyon and offering panoramic views over the city, Villa Maïa features an indoor heated swimming pool, a hot tub, a steam room and a fitness room. The indoor pool offers views of the garden which was designed by the landscaper Louis Benech. Free WiFi is provided throughout the property and valet parking is available on site. The property is a 10-minute walk from the old town and a 5-minute walk from The Ancient Theatre of Fourvière. All rooms, suites and apartments are fitted with a flat-screen satellite TV. A courtesy minibar is offered in each room. Certain rooms include a seating area to relax in after a busy day. Every room is equipped with a private bathroom, entirely made of Carrara marble, where you will find bathrobes, slippers and free toiletries. The toiletries were created especially for Villa Maïa with the scent of garden flowers. A buffet or continental breakfast is offered every morning and includes organic jam, eggs from local farms, crepes, waffles, pancakes and French toast. Gluten-free products are available. The continental breakfast can also be served in the guest rooms. Room service is available 24/7 and you will find a 24-hour front desk and a concierge service at the property. Guests can enjoy a drink at the on-site bar. The property is in partnership with the 1-star Michelin Têtedoie restaurant, located a 1-minute walk away, and guests can reserve a table directly at Villa Maïa. The Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourviere is 400 metres from Villa Maïa, while Place des Terreaux is 1.2 km away. The nearest airport is Lyon - Saint Exupery Airport, 20 km from the property. A charging station for electric cars is available at this property. Villa Maïa has a partnership with the 1 star restaurant Michelin Têtedoie, which is 1 minute walk away, and can book a table for you. Show full description Guest review score 9.1, rooms from around 550 EUR.

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• 5 Villa Florentine Lyon, France

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of Lyon. Villa Florentine is located in the heart of Old Lyon with panoramic views of the city. This former convent offers elegant guest rooms, a 24-hour reception and free WiFi throughout. Each air-conditioned guest room at Villa Florentine has an elegant decor and is equipped with a flat-screen TV with Canal + and beIn Sports channels and a minibar and some rooms have a seating area. All rooms have a modern, en suite bathroom with a bathtub or shower and some rooms offer views of Old Lyon. Guests can have breakfast prepared with fresh and local produce in Villa Florentine’s breakfast room or in their room, on the terrace with views of the city or in the bar upon request. Les Terrasses de Lyon, Villa Florentine's gastronomic restaurant, features an outdoor terrace and serves traditional French cuisine and regional specialties. Additional facilities available include a fitness centre with sauna, steam room, a cardio training room and a small beauty treatment area. Guests also have access to a heated swimming pool and hot tub. For guests with cars, private parking is possible on site for a supplement. The hotel is located 4.5 km from Lyon Part-Dieu Train Station. Place Bellecour is 1.2 km away. Show full description Guest review score 8.9, rooms from around 195 EUR.

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• 6 Boscolo Lyon Hotel & Spa Lyon, France

  

  Hotel. Stay in the heart of Lyon. Boscolo Lyon Hotel & Spa is a hotel set in a historic building on the Presqu'île of Lyon, on the banks of the Rhône river, 850 metres from Lyon National Opera House. The hotel has a bar and a 24-hour reception. At the hotel, all rooms measure at least 30 metres² and feature luxurious decorations. Rooms come complete with a private bathroom equipped with a walk-in shower, bidet and free toiletries, while certain units at Boscolo Lyon Hotel & Spa also offer a seating area. Certain rooms offer a river view. The daily breakfast offers continental and buffet options. Guests can enjoy a meal at the in-house restaurant, which serves Italian cuisine. Boscolo Lyon Hotel & Spa offers spa and fitness center. Place Bellecour is 500 metres away and the Old Town of Lyon is less than 1 km away. The nearest airport, Lyon - Saint Exupery Airport, is 30 km from the hotel and is accessible from the property via the A metro line and then the Rhonexpress. Show full description Guest review score 8.6, rooms from around 242 EUR.

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I try my best to keep this guide up to date and I last refreshed it in November 2022. Did I miss a luxury hotel that should be on this list? Send me an email and let me know!