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Highest rated hotelMaison Nô - Hôtel et Rooftop – 5
Cheapest month to bookAugust
Average 4 star hotel price$249 per night
Average 5 star hotel price$411 per night

Your guide to finding the best hotels in Lyon, France

Make the most of your time in Lyon by finding a hotel that matches your needs. We’ve gathered some of the city’s best hotels, from luxurious to more affordable.

Best time to visit Lyon

Lyon is an interesting destination any time of year, but depending on your interests and what you're hoping to do, some times may be more ideal than others. Low and high season in Lyon

Busiest month(s): December sees the largest number of visitors to Lyon, leading to an average nightly rate of $397. If you are booking during this period, budget for relatively higher rates compared to the slower times of the year, where average prices drop to $222 per night.

Quietest month(s): You'll save on your hotel stay and avoid peak season prices by taking your trip during August, when the average rate per night is $222.

Lyon is a great option if you like a drier climate.

If you are looking to avoid the rain, visit Lyon in March when you can avoid the rainy season, which takes place in May.

The most expensive month in Lyon is December, when you can expect to spend around $397 on hotel rooms. Weekend rates generally increase, averaging around $228 per night throughout the year, and Tuesday brings the highest cost at the best hotels in Lyon. You'll find savings on Sunday, which is the cheapest day to book hotels on average.

Where to stay in Lyon

Make the most of your vacation at the right hotel for the right price. Whether it's a 5-star resort or a popular place in the middle of the city, there are plenty of right choices in Lyon. The best-rated hotels in Lyon

If nothing but the best will do for you, book a stay at one of the top-rated hotels in the city.

The Sofitel Lyon Bellecour is a 5-star hotel with lots to offer you. The hotel features its pool, fitness center, free breakfast, and free parking for you to take advantage of.

Popular hotels in Lyon

If you're visiting Lyon, these are some other popular hotels you can book:

The 4-star Hotel Carlton Lyon - MGallery Collection provides a relaxing stay in the middle of Lyon, where you can enjoy its restaurant, bar, spa, and pool.

With a 4-star rating, the Hotel Lyon Metropole is another excellent hotel. The hotel offers a restaurant, bar, sauna, and pool.

The Novotel Lyon Confluence Hotel is a hotel that offers you both comfort and modern amenities. With a free Wi-Fi, restaurant, bar, and fitness center on site, you'll enjoy this 4-star hotel.

The Ibis Lyon Part Dieu Les Halles is a 3-star hotel that provides a pool, fitness center, restaurant, and free Wi-Fi, plus a modern and comfortable design.

Things to do in Lyon

At the center of the city, visit well-known attractions and things to do like Les Halles de Lyon Paul Bocuse, the Musee du Cinema et de la Miniature, and Vieux Lyon. Explore interesting sites like Basilique Notre Dame de Fourviere and the Parc de la Tete d'Or. Food lovers will find authentic local cuisine, creative twists on classics, and flavors from around the globe at restaurants like Arvine Restaurant, Aromatic, Le Musee, La Gargotte, and Le Boeuf d'Argent.

Finding cheap hotels in Lyon: FAQs

In Lyon, the expected average temperature in March is 6°C. The warmest month is typically July, which averages 26°C. The coolest month is January, with temperatures averaging -2°C. The rainiest month is May, and the driest month is March.
You can always cancel or amend your hotel reservation if you need to, but look out for hotels in Lyon with free cancellation or flexible booking options if you want to protect your money. Some hotels allow you to cancel and get your money back if your plans change.
Of course - the cheapest hotel deal we found within the next seven days is $66 per night. If you need somewhere in the next 24 hours, we've found you somewhere to stay for $79 per night.
The average price of a hotel during the week is $272 per night, and the average price on weekends is $242. Overall, it looks like the cheapest day to stay in Lyon could be Sunday.
The nearest airport to Lyon is Lyon Airport (LYS), which is 19.8km from the city centre.

Other airports include:

St Etienne Airport, which is 48.7km from the city centre.
Grenoble Airport, which is 59.3km from the city centre.
Chambery Airport, which is 82.5km from the city centre.
We crunched some numbers on our calendar and found that Sunday is the cheapest day to stay in Lyon. And the most expensive day seems to be Tuesday
The average price of a 3-star hotel in Lyon is currently around $206 per night. And the cheapest 3-star hotel we found is $85 per night.
The average price of a 4-star hotel in Lyon is currently around $273 per night. And the cheapest 4-star hotel we found is $91 per night.
The average price of a 5-star hotel in Lyon is currently around $500 per night. And the cheapest 5-star hotel we found is $247 per night.
The cheapest month to stay in a hotel in Lyon is August, with an average price of $206 per night. The most expensive month is January, when the average room rate can rise to $1,187 per night. These average prices are based on all the hotels we found – from hostels through to fancy 5-star hotels.
The average price of a hotel in March is $265 per night, which is around 9% higher than the rest of the year.
If you're hitting up Lyon with kids in tow, try Hotel des Remparts Perrache, Pullman Lyon and B&B Hotel Lyon Centre Monplaisir.