The People Lyon

Hostel in Lyon with a 24-hour front desk and a coffee shop

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Basic Double Room | Soundproofing, free WiFi
Exterior
Shower, hair dryer, soap, shampoo
Reception
Bar (on property)

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast available
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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10 Mnt des Carmélites, Lyon, Rhône, 69001
  • Place, Place des Terreaux
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Hôtel de Ville de Lyon
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Bellecour Square
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Airport, Lyon (LYS-Saint-Exupery)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

Basic Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Classic Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Comfort Quadruple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

1 lit dans un dortoir mixte de 4 lits

  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Beds

1 lit dans un dortoir mixte de 9 lits

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 9 Twin Beds

1 lit dans un dortoir mixte de 10 lits

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 10 Twin Beds

1 lit dans un dortoir mixte de 14 lits

  • Sleeps 1
  • 14 Twin Beds

1 lit dans un dortoir mixte de 16 lits

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 16 Twin Beds

1 lit dans un dortoir mixte de 18 lits

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 1
  • 18 Twin Beds

1 lit dans un dortoir pour femmes de 8 lits

  • Sleeps 1
  • 8 Twin Beds

1 lit dans un dortoir pour femmes de 10 lits

  • Sleeps 1
  • 10 Twin Beds

Shared Dormitory

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds

Premium Room

  • 226 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Shared Dormitory, Women only

  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Lyon

Located in Lyon City Centre, Pilo Lyon - Hostel is adjacent to Historic Site of Lyon and within a 10-minute stroll of Cour des Voraces. This 45-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like a bar/lounge, a coffee shop/cafe, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Place des Terreaux - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Hôtel de Ville de Lyon - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Lyon National Opera - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Bellecour Square - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Part Dieu Mall - 5 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • Croix-Rousse Metro Station - 7 min walk
  • Lyon Saint Paul Station - 10 min walk
  • Saint-Exupery Airport (LYS) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fika Lyon - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Dam's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Micro Sillon - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Le Jardin des Pentes - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Aux 3 Gaules - ‬3 min walk

About this property

The People Lyon

Hostel in Lyon with a 24-hour front desk and a coffee shop
Pilo Lyon - Hostel features free WiFi in public areas, microwave in a common area, and refrigerator in a common area. Front-desk staff are standing by 24/7 to assist with any requests. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Hair dryers are also standard. Housekeeping is available once per stay.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 11.90 for adults and EUR 9.90 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Business services

  • Coworking space

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (35 inch wide door)
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 building
  • 6 floors
  • Renovated entire property - January 2023
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for EUR 15 per pet, per stay
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 1 total pets
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • 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 0.83 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 11.9 for adults and EUR 9.9 for children
  • Pet fee: EUR 15 per pet, per stay
  • 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 and cash
Cashless transactions are available
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • 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.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Pilo Lyon
Pilo Lyon Hostel
Pilo Lyon - Hostel Lyon
Pilo Lyon - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Pilo Lyon - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Lyon

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Pilo Lyon - Hostel?

Pilo Lyon - Hostel offers free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do close to Pilo Lyon - Hostel?

This hostel is situated in Lyon City Centre within a 10-minute walk of Place des Terreaux, Place de la Croix Rousse, and Historic Site of Lyon. You'll also find Bellecour Square and Part Dieu Mall within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Pilo Lyon - Hostel?

Bicycle parking is also available for guests.

Does Pilo Lyon - Hostel feature a casino at the property?

No, Pilo Lyon - Hostel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Pilo Lyon - Hostel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Pilo Lyon - Hostel?

Couples staying at this hostel will appreciate amenities like a bar plus some rooms include city views and espresso makers.

Are there hot tubs at Pilo Lyon - Hostel?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hostel.

Does Pilo Lyon - Hostel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Pilo Lyon - Hostel serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its cafe.

Will Pilo Lyon - Hostel allow pets to stay for free?

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

Are there connecting rooms at Pilo Lyon - Hostel?

No, this hostel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Pilo Lyon - Hostel?

The closest major airport to Pilo Lyon - Hostel is Saint-Exupery Airport (LYS), which is 18.4 mi away (39 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Pilo Lyon - Hostel?

No, there aren't any rooms with balconies at Pilo Lyon - Hostel.

Reviews

The People Lyon Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 125 out of 208 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 53 out of 208 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 208 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 208 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 208 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

duncan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice stuff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

André

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Le logement est très bien, mais la porte extérieure et le vestibule de l’immeuble sont peu invitant.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Sara

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oscar

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable beds
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
No ventilation in the room, I got there after check in time and it was dirty.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Amarildo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kieran

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

Great value for money

I had a great 6 day stay at Pilo. The pods are a great way to have a bit of privacy and feel like you're more in your own space, though don't be fooled – it's still fundamentally a hostel, but loads better if you find having to interact with people a bit awkward. The attached coffee shop/bar/restaurant is great. I was quite unwell one night which was a nightmare in a shared room, probably equally if not moreso for the other people in the room but the Pilo staff were so helpful. I think my only real niggle is that whilst the bedding is perfectly serviceable and the beds comfy enough (and, fundamentally, you'd be a fool to expect luxury high thread count linen at these prices) it would be much nicer with relatively little outlay with some better pillows (also, it's in the name!)
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew, London

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good value hotel in central Lyon
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Rhea

-
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Anna

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

Family's holiday

The Hostel is very comfortable Nice and modern with a lovely bar on the ground floor. The only negative point is the position,up on the hill,so it's not very easy to reach if you are coming with luggages or buggies and young kids. Overall is a good price for the expensive Lyon.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Daniel

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Ok hotel- lots of details to improve

The location of the hotel is very nice, sadly there are not many transport closeby and is very step (lots of stairs) to get to the hotel, to considered for elderly people or in disable situation. The hotel in general has a nice concept, the personal is very kind and is easy to get to the rooms. On improving points the cleaningness, I stayed for three nights but never cleaned the room, the breakfast is needing urgently more options and space, in rush hour is too crowded, not a lot of options, for the price seems a little expensive. The bed was comfortable but the bathroom was not so nice, the door was very difficult to access and the shower is very uncomfortable to bath in.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Semra

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Not an hotel, bare minimum to sleep at night. That is all
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Molly

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

Great hotel on a hill

Hotel was clean and welcoming! Lots to do/eat on the ground floor. Room was a bit dark, but very comfortable. Hotel was close to everything, but located on a steep hill, so be prepared.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Addison

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

Good Hostel, Far From Train Station

Check-in was very easy. The room itself was a bit cramped with so many bed pods. It was quite difficult to make the bed yourself. The shower/bathroom was very clean and had multiple doors/locks for separation so many people could use it at once. It got very warm at night with so many bodies in the room. The restaurant was great, and with the keycard offered a 10% discount. My greatest complaint is that it is so far from the train station (about 1 hour walk) and sits on a steep hill. With buses on an odd schedule and the metro not close, it was difficult to reach.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff; clean rooms!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Uwe

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hard to get to by car. No parking nearby..
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

MOHAMMED

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lilia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cool place, Clean and quiet
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lilia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hostel. Clean, modern, hip. Good staff. Great value.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Yong

good
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Sunday

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

MANUEL

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024