Hotel Saphir Lyon, Lyon - Reviews, Room Options & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

18 Rue Louis Loucheur, Lyon, France, 69009

Hotel Saphir Lyon, a 3-star hotel in the 9th arr., features waterfront paths and bike lanes near the historical center. The smoke-free property offers a fitness center, concierge services, and a newspaper stand with playroom.

Premium Room Amenities

The Best Western Saphir provides rooms with premium bedding, pillow menus, and 82 cm flat-screen TVs with Canal+ and RMC Sport channels. Each air-conditioned unit includes a safety deposit box, free WiFi, and a private bathroom with eco-friendly toiletries.

French Dining Options

Restaurant Les Tournesols serves traditional and regional French cuisine. Hotel Saphir Lyon offers a breakfast buffet, continental breakfast options, and bar Les Iris for drinks.

Business Meeting Facilities

The Saphir Lyon features five meeting rooms accommodating up to 150 people, complete with business center and express check-out services. A terrace provides outdoor relaxation space.

Central Metro Access

Situated one metro stop from Lyon's historic center, with Gorge De Loup as the nearest station. The property sits 1 miles from the Museum of Fine Arts and provides access to a private, secured covered parking for a supplement.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Comfort Twin Room

Max:

2 persons

20 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

Shower

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Junior King Suite Sofa Bed

Max:

4 persons

30 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Comfort King Size Room

Max:

2 persons

20 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

City view

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Getting around

A guide to all available transportation options

City Centre

Lyon 2.4 km

Airports

Lyon-Bron (LYN) 13.6 km

Saint Exupery (LYS) 30.3 km

Train

Gare de Lyon Perrache 2.7 km

Lyon Perrache Train Station 2.7 km

Underground

Gorge de Loup Metro300 m

Bus

Bus stop 1.9 km

Facilities

Experience a variety of amenities at the boutique hotel, crafted to ensure your comfort and unforgettable moments

Wi-Fi

Parking

EUR 12 per day

Luggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Paid parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
Security
Luggage storage
Lift
Smoke detectors
Electric vehicle charging station
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Pet amenities available
Room service
Housekeeping
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Special diet menus

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Board games
Children's menu

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Sun terrace
Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

18 Rue Louis Loucheur, Lyon, France, 69009

Map view

street view

18 Rue Louis Loucheur, Lyon, France, 69009

City landmarks

69005 Lyon

Fourviere

2.5 km

Church

Basilique Notre Dame de Fourviere

2.5 km

Park

Parc de la Tete d'Or

4.1 km

Museum

Musee du Cinema et de la Miniature

3.0 km

Church

Cathedral Saint Jean Baptiste

2.0 km

Square

Place Bellecour

2.5 km

Museum

Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon

2.3 km

6 rue de l Antiquaille

Theatres Romains de Fourviere

2.4 km

Square

Place des Jacobins

2.5 km

Metro Station

Vieux Lyon

3.0 km

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La Croix-Rousse

2.4 km

Place des Terreaux

Fontaine Bartholdi

2.3 km

Cnr 2 Rue de la Martiniere and the 49 Quai Saint Vincent

La "Fresque Vegetale Lumiere"

2.8 km

Maison du Chamarier

2.0 km

cnr bd des Canuts & rue Denfert-Rochereau

Mur des Canuts

2.2 km

Museum

Gallo-Roman Museum of Lyon-Fourviere

2.2 km

Park

Confluence Museum

4.1 km

Church

Basilica of Saint-Martin d'Ainay

2.5 km

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Fourviere Hill

2.6 km

Square

Place des Terreaux

2.3 km

Pretendu Sanctuaire de Cybele

1.5 km

Museum

Musee Gadagne

3.0 km

Pentes de la Croix Rousse

2.2 km

attic of abundance

900 m

Fort de Loyasse

1.5 km

1 Place du petit College A Quelques Centaines de Metres du Metro Vieux Myon

Musee d'Histoire de Lyon

3.0 km

13 rue de la Poulaillerie

Musee de l'Imprimerie de Lyon

2.5 km

Perrache

3.2 km

Synagogue

Grande synagogue de Lyon

2.2 km

Mall

Saint-Jean

3.1 km

Nearby

ICL Lyon

270 m

Restaurants

La Divina

50 m

21 rue de la Fraternelle

Nakamal

190 m

36 avenue Joannes Masset

Mini Cocina

440 m

78 rue Saint Pierre de Vaise

Papa John's

530 m

28 rue Sergent Michel Berthet

Queenstown

540 m

56 rue Saint Pierre de Vaise

Panse du Loup

590 m

46 rue Saint Pierre de Vaise

Dalat Traiteur

840 m

20 rue Saint Pierre de Vaise

Grand Cafe du Commerce

880 m

10 rue Saint Pierre de Vaise

La Petite Madeleine

1.2 km

28 quai Arloing

Aussie Frenchi

950 m

15 Grande rue de Vaise

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

58%

enjoyed the hotel and would happily stay again

5.8/10

Guest rating

Rooms

7.8

Location

7.6

Service

7.4

Dining

6.4

Liam

United Kingdom, March 2025

5.0/10

I had a decent stay at Hotel Saphir Lyon during the Rugby World Cup. The room was clean, spacious, and comfortable, but I found the breakfast choices a bit basic. The biggest letdown was the bar, which seemed to close early and lacked staff. Overall, it was a good value for the price and easy to get to the city center with the nearby tram.

Rooms

8.0

My room was clean, well-kept, and spacious, which made for a comfortable stay.

Service

7.0

The staff were generally nice and accommodating, though the bar service could've been better.

Location

8.0

The hotel was in a quiet suburb, a couple of tram stops from the city center, making it convenient for exploring Lyon.

Dining

6.0

The breakfast was okay, but I expected more variety, especially in the veggie options.

Facilities

7.0

I appreciated the amenities, but the bar's limited hours were disappointing.

Reese

United Kingdom, February 2025

5.0/10

I stayed at Hotel Saphir Lyon during the Rugby World Cup, and overall, it offered good value for money. My room was spacious and clean, with a comfy bed that really helped for a good night's sleep. The only letdown was the bar which often seemed closed or unmanned, and the breakfast choices were a tad basic. Still, the location was convenient, just a couple of tram stops from the city center.

Rooms

8.0

My comfort twin room was well set up, featuring a nice bathroom and enough space for my family. It was clean too, which is a major plus.

Service

7.0

The staff were friendly and generally helpful. However, there were moments when it felt like they could've been more attentive, especially in the bar area.

Location

8.0

The hotel is located conveniently close to a metro station. It took me just a couple of stops to reach the city center, which was great for exploring without much hassle.

Dining

6.0

Breakfast was okay, but I wished for more variety. They had both continental and full options, but it felt basic overall. Still, I always found enough to eat.

Facilities

7.0

Amenities like room service and a welcoming reception area were a nice touch. However, the bar seemed to lack proper staffing, which detracted from the experience.

Amelia

United Kingdom, January 2025

5.8/10

I had a decent stay at Hotel Saphir in Lyon during the Rugby World Cup. my room was spacious and clean, with a comfortable bed and a nice bathroom. The bar was a letdown, being mostly unmanned and closing early. However, the hotel's location only two tram stops from the city center made it easy to explore. overall, it was good value for the price.

Rooms

8.0

My room was spacious and clean, with a nice bathroom and a comfy bed. although it could use some updates. The soundproofing was excellent, ensuring a restful night.

Service

8.0

The staff at the hotel were friendly and helpful, always ready to assist with inquiries. their approach made my stay more enjoyable.

Location

7.0

The hotel is conveniently located near a metro station, just two stops from central Lyon. while the neighborhood felt a bit quiet at night, it was easy to access the city.

Dining

6.0

I found the breakfast to be quite basic. it was sufficient, but didn’t offer much variety. I didn't dine in the restaurant, but the convenience of having food available was appreciated.

Facilities

7.0

The bar was disappointing due to its early closing hours and lack of staff. I also noticed a few minor issues that could use attention, but the overall facilities were maintained fairly well.

Tom

United Kingdom, December 2024

6.4/10

I had a good stay at Hotel Saphir Lyon during the Rugby World Cup. The room was spacious, clean, and comfortable, but the breakfast felt a bit basic, and the bar was often unattended. The location was a great starting point for exploring Lyon, being just two tram stops from the city center.

Rooms

8.0

I found my room to be well-proportioned, with a comfy bed and a nice bathroom. It was impeccably clean, and the quiet environment allowed for a fantastic night's sleep.

Service

7.0

The staff were friendly and attentive, but I was disappointed that the bar closed early and was often unmanned.

Location

8.0

The hotel's location is convenient for public transport, just two tram stops away from downtown Lyon, which made it easy to explore the area.

Dining

7.0

The breakfast options were decent but lacking in variety, with no fresh vegetables or vegetarian options. There were enough choices to fill me up, though.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel has all the essential amenities including good Wi-Fi and a restaurant. I appreciated the spacious lounge area with games for my kids.

Nicholas

United Kingdom, October 2024

7.4/10

I had a decent stay at Hotel Saphir Lyon during the Rugby World Cup. The room was spacious and clean, with a comfortable bed. though I found the pillows a bit lacking. While breakfast offered a variety, it was quite basic. The main letdown was the bar, which was often closed. Still, the location was convenient, just a couple of tram stops from the city center.

Rooms

7.0

My Executive King Room was well-proportioned. featuring a nice bathroom and plenty of hanging space. The cleanliness stood out, which I appreciated. However, there were no drawers for storage, and the lack of a mini bar was a bit disappointing.

Service

8.0

The staff were friendly and helpful throughout my stay. always ready to assist. They provided me with a fan when I needed one, which was thoughtful.

Location

7.0

The hotel is located in a quiet suburb, which felt safe but a bit isolated at night. However, the metro station was conveniently just around the corner, making it easy to reach the city center in a few stops.

Dining

7.0

Breakfast was satisfactory with a good selection. but I found it best to arrive early to get warm food. The dining options nearby varied in quality, but overall, I was able to find something to eat.

Facilities

6.0

The hotel offered basic amenities. with free Wi-Fi and adequate maintenance of the facilities. However, the bar service was often lacking, which could have enhanced the overall experience.