14 quai General Sarrail, Lyon, France | (888) 710-7049
Ultra-stylish design and location overlooking the Rhone River
Some guest rooms have views of the river and Old Town
Luxe in-room amenities like Nespresso machines and iPod docks
Bathrooms feature walk-in rainfall showers and Nuxe toiletries
Free breakfast of local and organic products
Free drinks and snacks available 24/7
Free evening aperitivo of quality local products
Small on-site fitness center
Business corner with two computers and printer
Free Wi-Fi throughout
Pets are welcome free of charge
Guest rooms lack mini-fridges and kettles
No full-service restaurant
Some say breakfast has limited options
No on-site parking
This chic, four-pearl urban design hotel overlooks the Rhone River in the city's trendy 6th Arrondissement. Created by French designer Patrick Norguet, stylish interiors have custom-made furniture, bold color palettes, and clever space-saving features in the 85 streamlined guest rooms. In-room Nespresso machines, iPod docks, walk-in showers, and Nuxe toiletries all make for a luxurious stay, but the tiny pod-like bathrooms are unpopular with many guests. Plenty of freebies are on offer in The Club -- a multipurpose common dining, working, and living space open 24 hours, where breakfast, drinks, snacks, and a popular evening _aperitivo _are all gratis. Other extras include a small fitness center, business corner, free Wi-Fi, and pets are welcome at no extra charge. Travelers looking for accommodations with a pool can try Cour des Loges, which also has a Michelin-starred restaurant.
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Scene
Urban design hotel with stylish common areas that draws a mix of travelers
Set in a handsome neoclassical building overlooking the Rhone River, this former police headquarters has been transformed into a stylish urban design hotel, with interiors from French designer Patrick Norguet. Expect minimalist-chic, custom-made furniture, sleek wooden floors, brick walls painted black for a hip look, and bright pops of yellow and orange in seating and rugs. The concept of this relatively new French chain is to do away with lobbies, conference rooms, breakfast rooms, bars, and lounges, and replace them with "The Club,” a common multipurpose space for dining, work, and relaxation. This offers plenty of opportunities for mingling, especially during the free evening aperitivo. Most guests are couples traveling on leisure, but business travelers looking for an alternative to the usual chains also choose to stay here.
Location
In the heart of the upscale 6th Arrondissement, near restaurants, cafes, shops, and sights
The hotel has a fantastic location in the center of town -- in Lyon's chic 6th Arrondissement. The historic area of Presqu’île is filled with cafes, restaurants, luxury shops, department stores, and cultural venues, all within walking distance of the hotel. Historic Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a short drive away. There are two metro stations just a few minutes' from the hotel, making most areas of the city easily accessible. - Three-minute walk to Rhone River
Rooms
Compact guest rooms with chic, streamlined design and high-end amenities
Guest rooms' minimalist design includes a sophisticated melange of cool neutral tones, textured wallpaper, and custom designer furniture. There's a clever use of space, with small storage areas that contain shelves and open wardrobes, and wall-mounted desks providing fold-down work areas. Nespresso machines are hidden in single-door cupboards, and there's another for extra storage space. The overall look is streamlined and chic, and spaces are bright thanks to French doors and sheer white curtains. Units are 183 square feet, and they're spacious enough to comfortably accommodate two people. Standard amenities include air-conditioning, free Wi-Fi, bottled water, safes, iPod docking stations, and flat-screen TVs with free video on demand, but there are no mini-fridges or electric kettles. Another notable freebie is free phone calls within France, and credit for international calls.Bathroom are enclosed in futuristic pod-like shells with curved, louvered walls. Inside, walk-in showers with rainfall showerheads are squeezed next to toilets and round basin sinks. The fact that the walls are partially see-through create a sense of spaciousness -- but some guests don't appreciate the limited privacy. All bathrooms contain Nuxe toiletries, hairdryers, and fog-free mirrors.
Features
Lots of freebies including organic breakfast and evening drinks and snacks, plus Wi-Fi
Guests are offered plenty of free food, drinks, and business services thanks to the chain's all-inclusive concept. Most are available in "The Club," which is open 24 hours and designed with separate areas for dining, work, and relaxation. It's where free breakfast is served, a cold continental spread of local and organic products, though some past guests have complained about a limited selection. On the upside, dairy- and gluten-free diets are catered for, and guests leaving early can request a breakfast to go. Another nice perk is free hot and cold drinks and and snacks, and an evening _aperitivo _accompanied by nibbles of quality French products. The hotel doesn't have a full-service restaurant. There's a small but modern and functional fitness center on-site, however, equipped with a treadmill, cross trainer, exercise bike, weights, and fitness ball. Other amenities include a business corner with two computers and a printer, a library that stocks newspapers, magazines, and books, free Wi-Fi throughout, and pets are welcome at no extra cost. The lack of on-site parking may be a downside for guest arriving by car, but a paid public parking lot is located nearby.
