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Our top choices for Lyon hostels

Dining

1. Ho36 hostels

Ho36 hostels
Lyon City Centre
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (190 reviews)
"Good place. No A/C so it was rough in the summer heat"
Canada
William
The price is ฿2,631
฿2,961 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Sept - 7 Sept
Ho36 hostels
Reception

2. Slo Lyon les Pentes

Slo Lyon les Pentes
Lyon City Centre
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (194 reviews)
"Industrial style hostel with many rooms and not a whole lot of charm. Towels and breakfast both extra. Very hot evening when I was here and as far as I could tell no Aircon, so Windows open. Very noisy until probably 3am or 4am since it was a Saturday night in central Lyon."
United Kingdom
Anonymous traveller
The price is ฿2,549
฿2,872 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Slo Lyon les Pentes
Interior

3. Slo Lyon Saxe

Slo Lyon Saxe
Lyon City Centre
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (138 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay."
United Kingdom
Abs
The price is ฿2,916
฿3,428 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Slo Lyon Saxe
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Top Lyon Hotel Reviews

Pullman Lyon

Pullman Lyon

10/10 Excellent
"First class hotel with great amenities. Clean and modern."
Joseph 2-night trip
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Pullman Lyon

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Lyon Hostels information

Number of reviews
328
Accommodation
4 Hostels
Lowest Price
฿2,872
Highest Price
฿3,428

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Lyon?
Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save your budget for going out. You can check out this destination's cultural highlights, such as its museums and theatres.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look the same, but these dorm-style accommodations all feature shared rooms (though many hostels also have private rooms), budget-friendly prices and a social environment.
What are the best hostels in Lyon?
Ready to book a hostel in town? These ones have the highest reviews from our travellers and could be a good place to start looking: Ho36 hostels - 2-minute walk from Saint-André Tram Stop for easy access to public transport. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, a restaurant and a bar. You'll find towels, showers and bed sheets in all rooms. Slo Lyon les Pentes - 2-minute walk from Croix Paquet Station for easy access to public transport. Property features include free Wi-Fi, a restaurant and a bar. You'll find towels, free Wi-Fi and free toiletries in all rooms. Slo Lyon Saxe - Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Saxe-Gambetta Station and Guillotiere Station. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, a bar and a 24-hour front desk. You'll find showers, hairdryers and bed sheets in all rooms. Hostel Lyon Centre - Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Minimes - Théâtres romains Station. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and laundry facilities. Rooms come with towels, showers and bed sheets.
How many hostels should I expect to find in Lyon?
If you're hoping to find an affordable place to stay in Lyon, one of Expedia's 5 hostels could be a great choice for you.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Lyon?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you want to venture out and explore, so here are some stats about the seasons: The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 20°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 5°C. Average annual precipitation for Lyon is 1068 mm.
What is there to see and do in Lyon?
Depending on your interests, you might appreciate these things around Lyon. Get out into nature with places such as Tête d'Or Park, Pilat Regional Natural Park and Botanical Garden of Lyon. Cultural attractions include Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon, Lyon National Opera and Theatre des Celestins. Visit landmarks such as Hôtel de Ville de Lyon, Lyon Cathedral and Hôtel-Dieu.
What's the best way to get to and around Lyon while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Lyon in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Lyon (LYS-Saint-Exupery), located 12 mi (19.3 km) away. An alternative is Saint-Etienne (EBU-Saint-Etienne - Loire Intl.), which is 30.8 mi (49.5 km) away. When you're out and about, you might want to use public transport during your trip. You can take advantage of metro transport at Hotel de Ville - Louis Pradel Station, Croix Paquet Station and Cordeliers Bourse Station. To check out more of the area, take a train from Lyon Saint Paul Station, Lyon (XYD-Part-Dieu SNCF Train Station) or Lyon Perrache Station.

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