HOTEL VAUBECOUR - CENTRE LYON AINAY - PERRACHE, Lyon – A Smart Stay in the City
About the Hotel
Historic Building Accommodations
Hotel Vaubecour occupies the 2nd floor of a Haussmannian building in Lyon's UNESCO World Heritage area. The 15 rooms range from 11.5 m² singles to 25 m² junior suites, featuring queen beds (convertible to twins in some rooms), smart TVs with screen mirroring, kettles with coffee/tea, and soundproofing. Junior suites include a convertible sofa and mini-fridge. No air conditioning. Rooms showcase moldings and fireplaces from the 19th-century bourgeois apartment origins.
Table-Service Breakfast Options
Three breakfast formulas served at table: Formula 1 (2€ - hot drink), Formula 2 (5€ - drink, orange juice, half baguette with condiments), Formula 3 (9€ - adds organic yogurt, pastry, and Comté or Emmental cheese). Features fresh pastries from local bakeries, organic milk/yogurt, and loose-leaf teas. Advance ordering reduces waste. Staff provide recommendations for Lyon's culinary scene, including bouchons, bistronomic, and vegetarian restaurants.
Central Lyon Exploration Base
Located at 28 rue Vaubecour, 100 meters from Saône river quays and Ainay Abbey. 300 m from Ampere-Victor Hugo metro, 3.5 km from Part-Dieu station, 15 km from Lyon-Bron airport. Rhône Express shuttle connects to Saint-Exupéry airport (30 min to Part-Dieu). Walking distance to Gadagne Museum, Miniature Museum, Roman theaters, and Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière. Lyon City Card provides museum and transport access.
Practical Hotel Services
Free daily cleaning, luggage storage, and WiFi. Elevator access after 2 steps. Airport transfers through partner taxi companies. Public parking nearby. Staff speak French and English. Provide Lyon tourist information, circuit recommendations, and event guidance. No pets allowed. Ecological approach in progress (water consumption: 260L/guest/night vs industry average 661L). Payment: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, travel vouchers.
Lyon Cultural Context
Situated in Presqu'île district between Place Bellecour and Perrache. Lyon evolved from Roman Lugdunum to Renaissance architecture, with contemporary developments at Confluence district. Nearby attractions: Musée des Tissus, Printing Museum, Fine Arts Museum, Resistance Museum. Annual events: Biennale of Dance, Festival of Lights, Nuits de Fourvière. European ranking: 14th for trade fairs. Extreme activities nearby: indoor skydiving (iFly), climbing walls, karting.
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Getting around
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Amenities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- Concierge desk
- No pets allowed
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Allergy-free rooms
- Lift
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key access
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Housekeeping
- Shops/Commercial services
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Board games
Spa & Leisure
- Leisure/ TV room
Room features
- Heating
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Dressing area
- Tea and coffee facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Parquet floor
Location
Guest Ratings & Reviews
I absolutely loved my stay at this hotel! The rooms were beautifully modern with spotless bathrooms, and the service was exceptional. The location was perfect, right on the riverbank of the Saone river. The dining experience was delightful with fresh-baked scones. The facilities were top-notch with everything I needed for a comfortable stay.
I had a wonderful stay at the hotel. The rooms were clean, comfortable, and modern with a lovely bathroom. The service was exceptional, and the location was perfect, fairly close to the old town. The dining experience was delightful with homemade organic products. The facilities were top-notch, adding to the overall great experience.
This hotel truly exceeded my expectations! The rooms were modern with a nice view, and the bathrooms were just lovely. The service was top-notch with excellent housekeeping and convenient valet parking. The location was perfect, close to a boulangerie and fairly close to the old town with handy shops nearby. The dining experience, especially the wood-fired pizza, was a real highlight. The facilities were outstanding, offering everything I needed for a comfortable stay.
