Académie Hôtel Lyon

4.0 star property

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Suite Lumière | Living area | 42-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
Interior detail
Lobby sitting area
Front of property
Reception

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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6 Rue Lainerie, Lyon, Rhone, 69005
  • Place, Place des Terreaux
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Bellecour Square
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Lyon (LYS-Saint-Exupery)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Room options

Double Room with Shower

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 129 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Family Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, 2 Bathrooms

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

Suite Lumière

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • City view
  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Sofa Beds
  • Free WiFi

Chambre Classique Rez-de-Cour

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 129 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

Classic Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Traboule Lyonnaise Suite

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

Suite Lumiere

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Lyon

Located in Lyon City Centre, Académie Hôtel Lyon is a leisurely stroll from popular sights such as Place des Terreaux and Bellecour Square. The 12 rooms at this 4-star hotel include espresso makers, flat-screen TVs, and pillowtop beds.

What's nearby

  • Lyon Cathedral - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Place des Terreaux - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Hôtel de Ville de Lyon - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Bellecour Square - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Lyon Saint Paul Station - 2 min walk
  • Vieux Lyon Station - 8 min walk
  • Saint-Exupery Airport (LYS) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Le Wallace - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Elephant & Castle - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Le Rocambole - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪L'Apostrophe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Le Big White - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Académie Hôtel Lyon

Académie Hôtel Lyon features free WiFi in public areas and a communal living room. The 24-hour front desk has multilingual staff ready to assist with luggage storage and concierge services. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. This smoke-free hotel also has a water dispenser.
42-inch flat-screen TVs come with digital channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Pillowtop beds are dressed in premium bedding and pillow menus, and bathrooms offer rainfall showers and hair dryers. Espresso makers, phones, and desks are also available.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking within 1 mile (EUR 20 per night)

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; EUR 21 for adults and EUR 11.50 for children

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 4 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Built in 1406
  • Communal living room
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Renovated entire property - December 2023
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillow menu
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for EUR 15 per pet, per night
  • Dogs and cats only
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children 4 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

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 full breakfast: approximately EUR 21 for adults and EUR 11.50 for children
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 20 per night (6562 ft away)
  • Pet fee: EUR 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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, debit 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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
  • Check-in: 3 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.
Property Registration Number FR62327612602

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, credit card, or debit 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.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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.
  • There are no elevators.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Hôtel Saint Paul Lyon
Saint Paul Lyon
L'Académie Hôtel
Hôtel Saint Paul Lyon
L’Académie Hôtel Lyon
Académie Hôtel Lyon Lyon
Académie Hôtel Lyon Hotel
Académie Hôtel Lyon Hotel Lyon

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Académie Hôtel Lyon?

Académie Hôtel Lyon provides free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Académie Hôtel Lyon?

As of Jun 17, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Académie Hôtel Lyon on Jun 21, 2026 start from $167, 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 near Académie Hôtel Lyon?

This hotel is situated in Lyon City Centre within a short 6-minute walk of Place des Terreaux and also 12 minutes on foot from Bellecour Square. You'll also find Lyon Cathedral and Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Académie Hôtel Lyon?

No, there isn't parking at this hotel.

Does Académie Hôtel Lyon feature a casino?

No, Académie Hôtel Lyon doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Académie Hôtel Lyon?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What do couples enjoy most about Académie Hôtel Lyon?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this hotel include a pillow menu, a rainfall showerhead, and an espresso maker.

Are there hot tubs at Académie Hôtel Lyon?

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

Does Académie Hôtel Lyon have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Académie Hôtel Lyon offers a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will Académie Hôtel Lyon allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at Académie Hôtel Lyon for a fee of EUR 15 per pet, per night. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at Académie Hôtel Lyon?

Yes, this hotel has connecting rooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How far is the airport from Académie Hôtel Lyon?

The closest major airport to Académie Hôtel Lyon is Saint-Exupery Airport (LYS), which is 17.9 mi away (25 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Académie Hôtel Lyon?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Académie Hôtel Lyon.

Académie Hôtel Lyon Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 185 out of 241 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 32 out of 241 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 241 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 241 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 241 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed here before, and it was an outstanding experience, and that’s why we came back. Just superlative in every way.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place and location, very helpful staff. Hotel is located in historic building which is very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, staff was awesome. Breakfast was better than expected. I would recommend this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Sigurd

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is NOT a 4 star hotel. Standard hotel, nice location and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sergen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean, spacious room and being able to fill large water bottles a nice touch
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Garrard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and beautiful hotel. Very friendly and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a treat - highly recommend it
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fabulous boutique hotel, walkable to all of Lyon’s sights. Fabulous dining nearby at all of the authentic Bouchon’s.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, nice staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nilima

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean room, spacious for a family of 4.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Sheri

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was comfortable and the breakfast was very good quality.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fun hotel with quirky layout. In the best part of old town Lyon.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful stay

Lovely small hotel in great location. Loved the free extras of water bottles for the room. Spacious rooms and really appreciated the separate bathroom and toilet in ours.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful stay in Lyon. The staff were fantastic.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is unique and very quiet considering location to bars etc.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic hotel, close to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
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8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was unique and boutique. The room was quite spacious and wonderfully located.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel in great location. Very comfortable and large rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Loved it! Nice room and staff with an excellent location. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Edmund

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect Vieux Lyon stay

Perfect location, beautiful hotel full of original features.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Troy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Old town is the best, from hotel, lost of food and great walks. Take the food tour, its amazing
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alecia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel more than met our expectations. Our family of 4 stayed in the room on the 4th floor and it had plenty of room for all of us. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming property, very helpful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Sherri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Terrific historic hotel in a great location. Friendly, helpful staff, good air conditioning and comfortable family room with 2 bathrooms! Highly recommend to all.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Hal

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff, good location, and quaint overall. Rooms are comparatively small, so tradeoffs are involved. Breakfast overpriced for quality and quantity.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025