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Académie Hôtel Lyon (solo trip)

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How Solo-Friendly is Académie Hôtel Lyon?

84%Solo-Friendly
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What makes it 84% Solo-Friendly: 24-hour front desk, CCTV and secure entry reassure solo guests; free Wi-Fi and bottle-refill station aid work and sightseeing; Gare Saint-Paul 130 m plus two metro stops give fast city access.

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Reviews4.1/ 5
(from 45 reviews)

Good match for:

  • History and Architecture Lovers: Stay in a 17th-century building in Vieux Lyon with walking access to Renaissance landmarks and museums.
  • Solo Explorers: Make use of luggage storage and water refills to easily roam secret courtyards and riverbanks.

Things to keep in mind:

  • Travelers seeking on-site spa or pool: This hotel does not offer a spa or pool area; plan off-site visits for leisure facilities.
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What is so special about Académie Hôtel Lyon for solo trip?

  1. Historic setting in Vieux Lyon within easy walking distance of key landmarks
  2. Complimentary Wi-Fi and water refill station in the lobby
  3. Paid on-site parking, meeting room, and laundry services
  4. Accessible rooms on request and elevator access to all floors
  5. Ideal base for self-guided walking tours of Renaissance streets and nearby museums

Transport & Nearby Access

Gare Saint-Paul: 130m (2 min walk)

Regional and TGV trains at this historic station.

Vieux Lyon - Cathédrale St.Jean Metro: 750m (9 min walk)

Metro D station for direct access to Bellecour and Part-Dieu.

Solo-Friendly Activities around Académie Hôtel Lyon

Vieux Lyon: 260m (4 min walk)

Historic Renaissance district with narrow streets and hidden courtyards.

Tip: Wear comfortable shoes for cobblestone streets.

Musée Cinéma et Miniature: 380m (5 min walk)

Exhibits over 1,000 film props and detailed miniature scenes.

Tip: Purchase tickets online to skip the line.

Place des Terreaux: 500m (6 min walk)

Scenic square featuring the Bartholdi Fountain and City Hall.

Tip: Visit early in the morning to avoid crowds.

Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière: 530m (7 min walk)

Hilltop basilica offering panoramic city views.

Tip: Ride the funicular from Vieux Lyon station for €3.60 return.

Solo-Friendly Hotel Facilities

Free facilities in Académie Hôtel Lyon:

Free Wi-Fi:

Complimentary wireless internet access in public areas.

Water purifier station:

Refill your water bottle for free in the lobby.

Paid or on request with possible fees:

Private parking:

On-site parking available for an additional charge.

Conference room:

Meeting space bookable for a fee.

Laundry service:

On-site laundry and dry cleaning for an extra charge.

Accessibility at Académie Hôtel Lyon:

Step-free entrance and lobby; elevator access to all floors.

Make the Most of Your Stay

  1. Plan a traboules walk: Ask reception for a map of Vieux Lyon’s hidden traboules to explore secret passageways.
  2. Travel light: Use free luggage storage to roam museums and landmarks without dragging bags.
  3. Stay hydrated: Refill your water bottle at the lobby purifier before heading out.

Reviews of Académie Hôtel Lyon

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Tim W

Tim W

Sep 2025

Quaint hotel in old lyon town. We had a room upgrade and enjoyed separate bedrooms and showers. Our room was very clean and comfortable. The hotel is in a great location very handy to food, shopping and sights. Highly recommended.

AC

AC

Sep 2025

The hotel is in a perfect location—you can easily enjoy a relaxing walk through the old town, and just across the river is the lively and bustling Presqu’île district, which is great for a city walk. I especially want to thank the hotel for finding my Chanel wallet, everything inside was still intact, including credit cards and even cash. We had already flown out of France and returned to our hom...

Eric Haddenham

Eric Haddenham

Feb 2025

One of the nicest hotels I've ever stayed at. Room was massive with a side living room and ceiling window. Beautiful old building. Delicious breakfast with friendly staff. Perfect location for visiting lovely Lyon. Would come back again!

Kevin Parise

Kevin Parise

Nov 2024

We spent two nights there 1-2 November. Located in the old city, it was so convenient to visit different attractions, as well as the river. The hotel was excellent. Our room was very spacious, quiet and comfortable. The staff was knowledgeable, accommodating and anxious to help with any questions or arrangements. The breakfast choices were numerous and exactly what you need for a day of touring Ly...

Alan Tien

Alan Tien

Sep 2024

This unassuming exterior housed a cute hotel inside. We had a nice room with an extra side room, perfect for our luggage. Everything worked well - elevator, electricity, towel warmer, water pressure, etc. The location is exceptional. I found it super convenient that the laundromat was a 5 min walk away. But the outstanding part of the experience was the wonderful staff. We Particularly liked Annel...

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Address: 6 Rue Lainerie, 69005 Lyon, France

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How to get to Académie Hôtel Lyon:

From Lyon Saint-Exupery Airport, take a taxi or rideshare (approx. 43 min drive) to Académie Hôtel Lyon.

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Check-in & Check-out

Check-in time:3:00pm
Check-out time:12:00pm

Website

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Phone Number

+33 4 78 28 13 29

Average price

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