Sofitel Lyon Bellecour

We’ve driven through Lyon many times before but decided this time that we would stop and make a city trip out of it. Chose this hotel because of its excellent location, within easy walking distance to the old town and being conveniently located close to the A7 main road to get in and out of the city. There was ample parking underneath the hotel and the hotel lifts are available down to that level. Another reason was the famed panoramic views from the top floor restaurant and bar. The first time we went there for breakfast, we were just blown away by the views, stretching from the west the Basilic Notre Dame de Fourvière atop the old town through the rooftops of the historic part of the city, then overlooking the Rhone river and further onto the modern city in the east. The breakfast buffet itself was excellent, including the local pralines. We had the superior room which admittedly shows its age and lacks USB charge points for mobile devices. Despite that, I particularly liked the walk in wardrobe/dressing which helped me to declutter the room and the excellent quality TV streaming which was easy to set up and operate. Above all, it was a pleasure to be served by the hotel staff, from the front desk to those in the restaurant and bar as well as the cleaning staff, all of whom were friendly, helpful and professional.

We had planned on staying here after we found this place on our last visit to Lyon. We were staying up the street and knew this place had a sky bar. We had experienced stellar service and food the last time we were here. On this visit we stayed in the hotel and the service/staff were impeccable and very helpful & courteous at all times! The sky bar experience was a serious let down. The cheese board that was one of the most incredible I had ever had was no more. They had little finger bowls full of nots and the rest of the menu left something to be desired. Plus they had live music! I couldn't even hear myself think! I did not come to France to hear American songs while I tried to relax. The singer was good! Just too loud! We left! Went up the street to the Le Sud Brasserie and had an amazing, quiet meal that was simply incredible! (see sep review). I would possibly stay at the hotel again if I knew the bar was different than this visit. Apart from that a nice central place to stay! Thanks!

Tip top service received from the entire team this at incredibly well located, though slightly dated, hotel. Great bar on 8th floor to have an apero before heading out.

Go ahead and order! We stayed in a corner room with beautiful view of the Rhône river. The service is top notch, the steam room and pressure shower in the spa is available for no extra cost, the panoramic view at the restaurant is spectacular, great location, in short absolutely what you would expect. The only areas of improvement we could find is that the interior in the room shows sign of wear and tear, and several of the work out equipment in the gym did not work as they were not connected to electricity. You will not go much wrong with this hotel!

Enjoyed an excellent stay in the Sofitel Bellecour. Ideally located for exploring the beautiful & fascinating city of Lyon. The highlights of the hotel? The staff who were without exception professional, courteous and eager to please. The restaurant on the 8th floor provides wonderful panoramic views of the city and River Rhone and the breakfasts we enjoyed there on a daily basis provided a great start to the day. The staff were, in my view, exceptional.