Academie Hotel Lyon – A Favorite for Families in Lyon
About the Hotel
Rooms & Suites
Academie Hotel Lyon offers 12 rooms and suites, each themed around different academies of knowledge. Rooms feature parquet floors, French ceilings, soundproof walls, and air conditioning. All accommodations include a private bathroom with shower or bathtub, hairdryer, flat-screen TV, tea and coffee maker, and free WiFi. The Lumière Suites offer views over the cobbled streets of Vieux Lyon, while the Lyon Traboule Suites provide two independent living areas with two bathrooms. An apartment option connects a Lumière suite with a classic room for family stays.
Dining & Drinks
A continental breakfast with eggs and fresh croissants is served daily. For evening drinks and snacks, guests can visit Le Bar à Gones at the neighboring Collège Hotel, which serves Argentinian tostados, tapas, and light snacks. The bar offers rums from around the world and cocktail workshops. Chez Louise on Place de Change is a recommended dining option nearby.
Location & Access
Located on a pedestrian street in Lyon's UNESCO-protected Old Town (5th arrondissement), the hotel is 0.5 km from Hotel de Ville - Louis Pradel metro station. It's surrounded by traditional bouchons Lyonnais restaurants, cafés, and medieval lanes. Key landmarks within walking distance include the Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon (0.5 km), Fourvière Basilica (1 km), Place des Terreaux (0.5 km), and the Gallo-Roman theaters (1 km).
Hotel Services
The 24-hour front desk provides concierge services and complimentary newspapers. A computer station is available for guest use. The hotel has received the Green Key eco-label for its environmental initiatives. For meetings and seminars, the property utilizes facilities at the adjacent Collège Hotel, which offers various room configurations.
Unique Features
Housed in a fully refurbished 14th-century townhouse, the hotel features a collection of art books about Lyon and vintage decor including a Remington typewriter, vintage globe, and puppets from Lyon's traditional guignol theater. An interior courtyard serves as a summer garden. The property draws inspiration from academic institutions, with each floor developing a different theme of knowledge and erudition.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Sports & Fitness
- Canoeing
- Hiking
- Horseback riding
- Cycling
- Tennis court
- Bowling
- Mini golf
- Fishing
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Pet amenities available
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Tours/Ticket assistance
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Children
- Cots
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Live entertainment
- Leisure/ TV room
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Tea and coffee facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Parquet floor