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Hotel de l'Abbaye

4.0 star property

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A spacious lobby with a terrazzo floor, a staircase with a wooden handrail, and a seating area with chairs and a table.
A modern living room with a sofa, chairs, a coffee table, and a dining table.
A dining area with a long table set for a meal, featuring a unique gold-colored ceiling sculpture, framed artwork on the walls, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.
A courtyard with a building featuring arched windows and a door.
A modern living room with a fireplace, sofas, and a coffee table.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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20 Rue de l'Abbaye d'Ainay, Lyon, Rhône, 69002
  • Place, Bellecour Square
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Lyon Cathedral
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Lyon (LYS-Saint-Exupery)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Classic Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View (L'Ecrin)

A neatly made bed with a headboard, a bedside table, and a chair.

Classic Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View (L'Ecrin)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Classic Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View (L'Ecrin)

A neatly made bed with a grey upholstered headboard, two pillows, and a black throw blanket.

Classic Double Room, 1 Queen Bed, City View (L'Ecrin)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • City view
  • 172 sq ft
  • 9 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Triple Room, 1 Bedroom, City View (L'Elegante)

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a sofa, a TV, and a lamp.

Deluxe Triple Room, 1 Bedroom, City View (L'Elegante)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • City view
  • 269 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Junior Double Room, City View (La Signature)

A modern bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a wardrobe.

Junior Double Room, City View (La Signature)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Room, 1 Bedroom, City View (Essentiel)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a sofa, and a TV.

Family Room, 1 Bedroom, City View (Essentiel)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • City view
  • 323 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Lyon

Located in Lyon City Centre, Hotel de l'Abbaye is adjacent to Saint Martin d'Ainay Abbey and within a 5-minute walk of Place Carnot. This 20-room, 4-star hotel has conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Saint Martin d'Ainay Abbey - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Place Carnot - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Bellecour Square - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Lyon Cathedral - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Ampere-Victor Hugo Station - 3 min walk
  • Lyon Perrache Station - 9 min walk
  • Saint-Exupery Airport (LYS) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Café Comptoir Abel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Viktor - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪L'Espace Carnot - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Aux Vieux Remparts - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel de l'Abbaye

Hotel de l'Abbaye features free WiFi in public areas and laundry facilities. There's free offsite parking if you drive. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with concierge services, luggage storage, and dry cleaning/laundry. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls.
Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with digital channels. Pillowtop beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and slippers. Other standard amenities include sitting areas, minibars, and coffee makers.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking within 1.2 miles; reservations required
  • Offsite parking; reservations required
  • Self parking on site (EUR 25 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 21 for adults and EUR 16 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • L'Artichaut

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 steps to reach entrance
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Monday and Sunday:
  • Dining venue(s)

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for EUR 25 per pet, per night
  • Dogs and cats only
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 2.86 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 18 years of age.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 21 for adults and EUR 16 for children
  • Self parking fee: EUR 25 per night
  • Pet fee: EUR 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-10:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free nearby parking, along with offsite parking (reservations required).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit or credit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Due to national regulations, cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000 at this property. For additional details, contact the property using the contact information on your booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Some facilities may be restricted. For more details, contact the property. Contact information can be found on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property class

This property has received its official star rating from the French Tourism Development Agency, ATOUT France.

Property is also known as

Hotel de l'Abbaye Lyon
Hotel de l'Abbaye Hotel
Hotel de l'Abbaye Hotel Lyon

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Hotel de l'Abbaye?

Hotel de l'Abbaye provides free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel de l'Abbaye?

As of Jul 31, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel de l'Abbaye on Aug 2, 2026 start from $259, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to see within easy reach of Hotel de l'Abbaye?

This hotel is situated in Lyon City Centre, just steps from Saint Martin d'Ainay Abbey, and within a 10-minute walk of Bellecour Square and Place Carnot. You'll also find Lyon Cathedral and Lugdunum less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Hotel de l'Abbaye?

Yes, parking is offered for EUR 25 per night. Wheelchair-accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Hotel de l'Abbaye include a casino at the property?

No, Hotel de l'Abbaye doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hotel de l'Abbaye?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Hotel de l'Abbaye?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this hotel include premium bedding, a minibar, and slippers.

Are there hot tubs at Hotel de l'Abbaye?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Hotel de l'Abbaye feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Hotel de l'Abbaye serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at L'Artichaut.

Will Hotel de l'Abbaye allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at Hotel de l'Abbaye for a fee of EUR 25 per pet, per night. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at Hotel de l'Abbaye?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Hotel de l'Abbaye?

The closest major airport to Hotel de l'Abbaye is Saint-Exupery Airport (LYS), which is 22.1 mi away (31 minutes by car). Another top airport is Saint-Etienne (EBU-Saint-Etienne - Loire Intl.), which is around 30 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Hotel de l'Abbaye?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Hotel de l'Abbaye.

Hotel de l'Abbaye Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 128 out of 151 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 151 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 151 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 151 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 151 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

mathieu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful rooms and wonderful service. A beautiful old building next to the Abbey and close to everything
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ana Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, service, and ammenities and very kind staff. Just be aware of the church bell right next to the hotel. Would stay again for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable room. Staff were extremely friendly and helpful, nothing was too much trouble. Best check-in experience of our holiday…
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pieter le

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable and spacious rooms. Friendly staff. A beautiful little boutique hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nigardeep

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff and beautiful place, if I come back to Lyon this is where I am staying.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good location , super nice staff , very nice hotel will come back next time !
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was excellent and rooms were comfy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cam

Liked: Amenities
Great location to discover Old Lyon, fantastic restaurants and the culture of a beautiful city. Whether your looking for cuisine, culture or shopping, Hotel L’Abbaye is the perfect spot to start and end your day.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location, super ran by the people and everything was effortless
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathya Lizette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved everything about this hotel! The staff was really nice!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cesar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location great staff!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay! Staff were so friendly and helpful, rooms were very clean and comfortable. Great location to check out sites, shop, and access trains. 10/10 would recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect. Help with our suitcases, lovely room, nice bar for a drink and a beautiful room for breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Duane Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location in picturesque old town
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So convenient and very comfortable hotel.. great service friendly staff. Enjoyed our quick 1 night stay after cancelled flight
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Edwin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Terrific small hotel with outstanding ambiance
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Walter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best stay of our trip so far. Would definitely recommend to others.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Teck Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful small hotel in a nice quiet neighborhood
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great , helpful & pleasant staff . They went above & beyond to help . Great, super clean, nice room
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

George Hendry

Excellent hotel. Location is great for getting round Lyon. We would definitely recommend this hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

mary ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very accomodating very quiet small boutique hotel Loved it
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John P

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best hotel of our trip - great location, great rooms. A bit pricey, but we found the value was there.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sheri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great ambience
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tamani

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is quiet, extremely clean, and convenient to everything. The front desk staff on both check-in and check-out were very nice, helpful, and pleasant. We only stayed two nights, but when I come back to Lyon I will definitely book here.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marwan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location to visit all of Lyon! Central. Near main stations.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025