My ItineraryLyon Hostel
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Address
Lyon
41-45 Montée du Chemin Neuf
69005 Lyon
France
Tel. +33-4-78-150550
Fax. +33-4-78-150551
lyon@fuaj.org
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Customer Reviews
Customer Reviews Lyon
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12 May 2013 Kira, Canada
The hours that the kitchen was available was very frustrating. As someone with allergies, I could not take part in the breakfast, but was also not allowed in the kitchen to cook for myself.
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05 May 2013 Ross, South Africa
Decent place
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05 May 2013 Maximiliano, Canada
A great hostel in a beautiful and central part of Lyon. If you're looking for a place to stay that won't break your budget, then stay here.
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04 May 2013 Bradley, USA
Very clean, staff very helpful. Location at edge of old city, so many of the major sights are within easy walking distance. The entrance is on a steep street, so for courtesy to the driver if you take a taxi, be ready to on and off load quickly. Lyon is famous for its' small restaurants, called "Bouchons", and there are several within a 10 minute walk.
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03 May 2013 Amanda, England & Wales
I had hoped the other reviewers might have been a bit harsh, but most (not all thé girl who checked me in was friendly) were pretty rude preferring to talk with each other. Breakfast finished at 9am even on the public holiday day, and the member of staff wouldn't give me anything even though I was just ten minutes late-fair enough, butte attitude was very unapologetic. I meet lovely people in my dorm, but sure to the presence of the staff, I think that the communal area is not very friendly. It was a shame it happened to rain all week, as the balcony was lovely. View of the city is great.
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29 Apr 2013 Tsz Yan, France
The funicular near the hostel was under maintenance during my visit in Lyon, so I have to travel by bus or by foot, which is a bit unconvenient. Also when I want to check-in at the counter, the staff said the counter is closed (but actually just 5 minutes or so from the re-opening time), so I have to stand and look at her and wait for her to get back to her work again, typical French!! Also the water is extremely hot, I just don'y understand why there is no cold water. However the location of the hostel is great if the funicular works!!
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27 Apr 2013 Nathan, Brazil
Friendly staff, clean areas. Located uphill so not that easy to reach. Room smelled real bad.
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24 Apr 2013 Barbara, England & Wales
The whole place was generally a little run down, grubby and well over due refurbishment. Generally attitude of some staff a bit apathetic. I couldn't understand why there seemed to be no cold water taps on any of the sinks and the showers were either freezing cold or scorching hot. There was only one kitchen for the whole hostel which was tiny and not particularly clean. It was also shared between staff and guests. The breakfast was extremely basic and there seemed to be a lack of cups/mugs which meant if you wanted tea you were expected to drink it out of a bowl! The rooms themselves were basic but actually ok. The standard of this hostal was well below others I have stayed in which is a shame as its setting and location was perfect with stunning views across the city.
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24 Apr 2013 Lisa, France
Not my favorite hostel, but not bad. Staff seemed mostly disinterested, understandable, but used to seeing staff members sort of enjoy their job. Didn't feel especially welcome, but they didn't do anything offensive in particular. Beds and rooms were clean; there are sinks in the rooms. Lamps on the top bunks are more finicky than those of the lower bunks: incandescent bulb and switched on and off constantly. The bathrooms smelled a lot like public bathrooms: usable but not esp. clean. The water from the faucet is the one you use, usu warm, but no temp change option. Quite unpleasant when it is cold though since you can't adjust the pressure. Breakfast is standard and it's nice to be able to eat outside overlooking Lyon. A standard hostel, more expensive than the usual hostel (to be expected since it is in a big city), though if it were less expensive by just a few dollars, it would have helped make it feel more worth the stay.
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12 Apr 2013 Gwyneth, England & Wales
The bathrooms smell disgusting, there are no bins in the WC, no soap is provided except in the shower room, the plumbing is so loud (especially the sink in the shower room) that is sounds like a construction site. my matress was stained, the common area and mezzanine are uncomfortable and the kitchen is way to small for a hostel of that size. The staff prioritse breaks and socialising over customer service.
Hostel Overview
Located in the heart of the city known as the gastronomic capital of France, Lyon Hostel is near Lyon's Renaissance district, between the Cathedral of St. Jean and the Gallo Roman Museum. The hostel overlooks the city and offers impressive views of Lyon.With a capacity of 180 beds, the hostel offers all the amenities for you to relax and enjoy quality time with other travellers. Breakfast is included in the price, and you also have access to a kitchen, laundry, television and Wi-Fi.
Lyon hostel is close to historical places like the Abbey of Saint Martin d'Ainay, the Cathedral of Saint Jean-Baptiste and the Church of St-Nizier. In winter, the ski resorts are only an hour and a half away by car, and there are six parks throughout the city so you can enjoy many great outdoor activities.
Hostel bed capacity
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Opening times
Map & Directions
Street Map and Route Planning
Directions
| Bus: | From train station Part-Dieu, take exit Vivier Merle in order to catch BUS C9 in direction of « Bellecour Le Viste », get off at last stop « Bellecour le Viste ». Then take metro line D at « bellecour » until « vieux lyon-cathédrale saint jean »(1st stop) then take the connection to the cable train(Funiculaire) in direction « St Just » and get off at « Minimes - Théatres Romains »(1st stop) At the exit, take directly on your left on the little path and keep straight down the hill for 300m. From train station Perrache, BUS 31, stop at “vieux lyon”, then enter the metyro station in “vieux lyon” in order to get in the cable train(funiculaire) direction “saint just” and get off at 1st stop “minimes-théatres romains”. |
| Metro: | From train station Part-Dieu :Métro ligne B in direction « Stade de Gerland », get off at "Saxe - Gambetta"(3rd stop) then connection to line D in direction « Gare de Vaise », get off at «Vieux Lyon » (3rd stp). Then take the connection to the cable train(Funiculaire) in direction « St Just » and get off at « Minimes - Théatres Romains »(1st stop) At the exit, take directly on your left on the little path and keep straight down the hill for 300m. From train station Perrache, BUS 31, stop at “vieux lyon”. |
| Parking: | paying parking at 600m. |
| Location: | City center. On the Fourvière’s hill, half way from Vieux Lyon and the roman theaters. |
| Rail: | 3 km Lyon Part Dieu / 2,5 km Lyon Perrache |
| Airport: | 15 km from Lyon. Take “rhônexpress »: shuttle running every 30 min between Lyon St Exupéry airport to train station Lyon Part Dieu (trip is lasting about 30-35mn). Then take either metro or bus from the train station. |
Attractions & Facilities
Attractions
 | Cultural centre nearby | | Museums/art galleries nearby |
| City centre location | | Historical sites nearby |
| Main attractions nearby | | Nightlife nearby |
| Botanical gardens nearby | | Forested/wooded area |
| Restaurants nearby | | Shopping centre/market nearby |
| Leisure facilities nearby | | Meet other travellers! Read their tips for things to do in Lyon |
Facilities
 | Family rooms available |  | Breakfast in price |
 | Hostel open 24h |  | Sheets for hire |
 | TV room |  | Self-catering kitchen |
 | Groups welcome |  | Sheets in price |
 | Laundry facilities |  | Cycle rental available at or near the hostel |
 | Internet access |  | Credit card accepted |
 | Café/Bar |  | Currency exchange at or near hostel |
 | Individual traveller welcome |  | Luggage Store |
 | Lockers available |  | Non smoking room/area |
 | Basic store available at or near the hostel |  | Garden |
 | Rates include local tax |  | Cycle store at Hostel |