5 Place Saint Paul, 5th arr., 69005 Lyon, France
#58 of 126 hotels in Lyon
Guests' ChoiceBased on 453 hotel reviews
8.1Cleanliness
8.4
Comfort
8.4
Location
9.5
Facilities
7.9
Staff
9.1
Value for money
7.7
Free WiFi
7.5
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 9 May 2024
Carine
BelgiumSmall room - very slippery bathtub
Great location, perfect breakfast
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 6 May 2024
Braddish
FrancePressure of the shower not to good, maybe it's just me my partner had no issue, tiles in the bathroom not the best with some looking black
Staff really friendly Breakfast tip top Comfortable bed and amazing view
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 2 May 2024
Janette
GuernseyThe room was comfortable but very basic. However, good to have a kettle and mugs available.
The College theme of decor. Hôtel location was excellent for our needs.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 1 May 2024
Mark
AustraliaFriendly, welcoming hotel, well located in Vieux Lyon. Friendly, helpful staff. Reasonably spacious room. Comfortable bed. Clean, and with a good sized bathroom. The hotel decor has a school-focussed theme, consistent with its history. It has a large terrace, great for a drink in the sun on a fine afternoon. There are good restaurants close by, in Vieux Lyon and just across the river.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 22 April 2024
Ronan
IrelandIf anything maybe the breakfast could be improved
The College Hotel was lovely. Welcomed by very friendly staff. The location in the old town was fantastic and walking distance to everything The room was clean, spacious and comfortable The cocktail bar next to the hotel was nice to have after busy day The hotel was a former school with lots of memories of those days still about which was interesting It made our stay in Lyon very enjoyable Thank you
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 22 April 2024
Jonathan
United KingdomThe hotel stresses its school and classroom theme and eco commitment but - room was extremely small and basic - poor soundproofing- could hear voices and phones ringing in other rooms - staff polite but not particularly welcoming - four-star rating is puzzling
Good central location in Vieux Lyon Interesting building with quirky theme View of Fourviere from Room 44 Breakfast OK
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 9 April 2024
Colleen
MaltaIn the morning during the checkout process, there were workers sanding the wooden floor in reception. I thought that would be something that should be done at night for people are not using the reception area to check out, etc. it wasn’t too disturbing but it was just odd that the timing was in the morning.
The hotel was very quaint and met all of my needs during my one night stay in Lyon. The breakfast was very pleasant and cost €15. Hotel used to be a school so it has a bit of a design related around college kids but very pleasant overall very satisfied highly recommend.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 5 April 2024
Cath
AustraliaWe felt the breakfast at €19.50 was fairly expensive
It was very central, clean and easy to find
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 7 February 2024
Jonathan
FranceThe room was a little "stark". Not very cosy or homely. But for business travellers, comfortable bed and big hot shower.
Good location in the old part of Lyon. Reception nicely designed. Convenient on site parking.
Stayed in February 2024
Reviewed: 1 February 2024
Rene
NetherlandsNot cheap, even by local standards...
Perfectly location option in Lyon. Friendly staff, good facilities, original vibe (formerly a school, and the hotel has made this a design statement throughout the palace).
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 21 January 2024
Markus
FranceTea option in room and restaurant
Great location Friendly staff - very helpful and attentive Good breakfast with fresh orange juice, eggs and very good bread selection
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 5 January 2024
Julie
AustraliaRoom was small so we had difficulty managing two suitcases of clothes. Only one small suitcase stand provided. It wouldn’t fit a shell suitcase either. The bed was very firm. No fridge in the room. Ask for milk if you need it for tea in your room.
Hotel is well located in the Vieux Lyon area. Close to key transport buses so easy to travel to main Lyon train station or other key city sites. Staff were friendly and helpful. Buffet breakfast was good. Room was very clean and bathroom modern. Plugs readying positioned to recharge phones etc. Still and sparkling water refill available for free in the foyer. Quirky themed hotel - it was once a school.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 2 January 2024
Lisa
AustraliaSize of room would be difficult with suitcases.
Great location overlooking Old Lyon with restaurants below including Casino minimart. Metro train and bus stop behind the hotel for easy access to Lyon Part Dieu. (Easy walk). Bought a Lyon Pass 24hr & walked across river to gain access to free tours plus used it on bus behind hotel. Room on 7th floor looked out towards the Basilica. Clean and functional but not huge. Wasn’t an issue as we were out all day. Comfy bed. No toiletries but you could ask at reception. Quirky hotel with good vibe.
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: 24 December 2023
Angelo
United KingdomBathroom was on the simple side. There is space for improvement.
Easy access to the city centre. Good restaurants and bars close by.
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 8 December 2023
Janet
United KingdomNo view from the window
Location was good
Stayed in December 2023
Reviewed: 17 November 2023
Stephen
AustraliaStaff were terrific.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 6 November 2023
Karen
United StatesThe location was wonderful, right at the beginning of the old city, accessible to everything. The staff were very helpful and friendly.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 3 November 2023
Lorna
United StatesThe room was right on the street and it was very noisy late into the night. We only stayed one night, if our stay was longer I would have asked for another room away from the street.
Our room was very clean and the location was great for enjoying the area during the day.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 26 October 2023
Jason
CanadaI didn't like only being in Lyon for 4 nights. It is an incredibly beautiful city and I could have definitely stayed longer. The hotel was awesome!
The location was fantastic in the old part of Lyon. It was easy walking throughout the old town and buses/trains were simple to access from the hotel. The staff helped out with directions as well as restaurant recomendations. If I find myself back in Lyon, this hotel would be an easy choice to go back too.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 26 October 2023
Monica
Spaingreat location to explore the town good breakfast good public transport
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 26 October 2023
Katharina
NetherlandsI had a double expresso for 4€. That is a bit pricy for me pushing a button... Apart from this, I had a good stay.
The room was nice, I had a marvelous view. The parking was close (note, it is small), the location is top! and the staff was very friendly. They had gluten-free bread for breakfast (I did not eat breakfast, but it looked good).
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 24 October 2023
Berna
CanadaInitially staff reserved a driver to meet us at the airport. The location was perfect. Our last night, a special occasion, staff suggested a nearby small restaurant and it was excellent.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 22 October 2023
Gerry
CanadaRoom size but wasn't a major issue
Location location, location. Right in the middle of Viuex Lyon and very near all attractions that we wished to see. Rooms were small but typically European. They were clean and had all.of the amenities. Staff were more than helpful and courteous and their English was a lot better than my French.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 21 October 2023
Catherine
United KingdomNoisy location, nearby bars & deliveries
Clean, comfortable beds
Stayed in September 2023
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