Hotel Du Simplon – A Favorite for Families in Lyon
About the Hotel
Rooms & Amenities
Hotel Du Simplon offers 37 rooms with air conditioning, satellite TV, and private bathrooms (shower or bath). Room types include Single (1 single bed), Classic (1 double bed), Superior (spacious double), Privilege (queen or twin beds), Triple (double + single bed), and Quadruple (queen + bunk beds). All rooms feature high-speed Wi-Fi, soundproofing, and unique decor elements inspired by Lyon. A room adapted for mobility-impaired guests is available.
Dining & Breakfast
Breakfast buffet (€16/adult, €8/child 5-12) includes local pastries, breads, cold cuts, cheeses, scrambled eggs, yogurt, and fresh fruit. Served daily 6:00-10:00 in the breakfast room. The space hosts Les Petites Cantines, a nonprofit community kitchen, for lunch/dinner. Nearby dining: Brasserie Georges (traditional Lyonnaise), Comptoir d'Ainay (bistro), and Espace Carnot (café).
Bike & Leisure
Bike-friendly services: secured garage, cleaning equipment, repair kits, and battery charging. The hotel is certified 'Accueil Vélo.' Walk to the Rhône riverbanks or Parc de la Tête d'Or (15-minute bike ride). Fourvière Hill (20-minute walk) offers panoramic city views. The Ainay district has independent boutiques and art galleries.
Location & Transport
50 meters from Place Carnot and 3 minutes from Perrache Station (Trams T1/T2, buses C19/C21/8/31). Direct trains to Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport. Nearby landmarks: Musée des Confluences (1.5 km), Vieux Lyon (2 km), and Rue de la République (1.5 km).
Services & Sustainability
24-hour reception, luggage storage, and bike parking. Pet-friendly (€15/day fee). Eco initiatives: Green Key certification, UNISOAP soap recycling, and energy-efficient lighting. Staff assist with itinerary planning. Garage parking available (€40/day). No onsite spa or gym.
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- Paid parking
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- Coffee shop
- Smoke detectors
Services
- Pet amenities available
- Room service
- Housekeeping
Dining
- In-room breakfast
Business
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Children's buffet
- Board games
- Game room
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Leisure/ TV room
Room features
- Heating
- Soundproofed rooms
Bathroom
- Bathtub
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Location
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