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Hotel Saphir

3.0 star property
Historic Lyon landmarks beckon travelers to savor French cuisine and cocktails at a comfy hotel near the Cathedral - a perfect exploration base.

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Hotel Saphir offers a welcoming retreat in central Lyon with French dishes at Les Tournesols restaurant and evening drinks at the bar. Guests enjoy in-room WiFi and gym facilities before visiting nearby attractions like the Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available
The current price is HK$793
HK$906 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Mar - 16 Mar

Room options

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Comfort Room, Double Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Comfort Room, Twin Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Executive Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, blackout curtains

Junior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Located in 9th Arrondissement, a neighbourhood in Lyon, Hotel Saphir is near a metro station. Lyon National Opera and Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière and Place des Terreaux. Looking to enjoy an event or a match while in town? See what's going on at Matmut Stadium. Visit our Lyon travel guide
Map
18 Rue Louis Loucheur, Lyon, Rhone, 69009

What's nearby

  • Roman Theatres of Fourviere showing a ruin
    Ancient Theatre of Fourvière
    5 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Notre Dame Basilica showing a church or cathedral, religious aspects and interior views
    Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière
    5 min drive - 2.1 km
  • St. Jean Cathedral showing religious aspects and a church or cathedral
    Lyon Cathedral
    6 min drive - 2.7 km
  • City hall (Hotel de Ville) in the French city of Lyon.; Shutterstock ID 569898535; purchase_order: Comps; job: ; client: ; other:
    Place des Terreaux
    7 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Chamber of Commerce
    5 min walk - 0.4 km

Getting around

  • Gorge de Loup Station
    4 min walk
  • Lyon-Vaise Station
    20 min walk
  • Lyon (LYS-Saint-Exupery)
    38 min drive

Restaurants

  • Sound Factory
    13 min walk
  • Racine
    10 min walk
  • Gnolus, Grands Gognands Et Autres Gones
    2 min walk
  • Maison Pozzoli
    2 min walk
  • Yamato
    6 min walk

About this property

Hotel Saphir

Hotel near Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière
Located close to Lyon Cathedral and Place des Terreaux, Hotel Saphir provides a corner/local shop, a terrace and a bar. The on-site French cuisine restaurant, Les Tournesols, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and children's meals. In addition to a gym and a business centre, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and an electric car charging station
  • Express check-out, a banquet hall and bike parking
  • Laundry services, a computer station and a gift shop
Room features
All 110 rooms offer comforts such as premium bedding and pillow menus, as well as perks such as free WiFi and air conditioning.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Highchairs and free infant beds
  • Bathrooms with baths or showers and free toiletries
  • 89-cm TVs with cable channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, heating and daily housekeeping

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Key Global – a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site (EUR 12 per day)
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; EUR 17 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Les Tournesols

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • High chair
  • In-room cot
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 6 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1992
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 89-cm TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Saturday and Sunday:
  • Restaurant
The following facilities are closed on Saturday and Sunday:
  • Bar/lounge
  • Restaurant
  • Fitness facility

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 12 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Free cots are available on request at the property

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 1.87 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 18 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately EUR 17 per person
  • Self-parking fee: EUR 12 per day
  • Pet fee: EUR 12 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts major credit cards and cash
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from the French Tourism Development Agency, ATOUT France.

Frequently asked questions

Is Hotel Saphir pet-friendly?

Yes, cats and dogs are allowed at this property. There's a fee of EUR 12 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Saphir?

As of 9 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Saphir on 15 Mar 2026 start from HK$793, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Hotel Saphir?

Self-parking is available for EUR 12 per day.

What time is check-in at Hotel Saphir?

Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Hotel Saphir?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hotel Saphir located?

Located in 9th Arrondissement, this hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière, Lyon Cathedral and Bellecour Square. Place des Terreaux and Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon are also within 3 mi (5 km). Gorge de Loup Station is only a 4-minute walk and Valmy Station is 11 minutes.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Hotel Saphir Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

7.2

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 204 out of 511 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 243 out of 511 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 41 out of 511 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 511 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 511 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely

Lovely hotel in a good position. Staff incredibly helpful and keen to make the stay good.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights. Close to the train station and a short ride to old town. AC didn’t seem to work very well. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Neighborhood seemed a little iffy but had no problems
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very nice stay

Excellent service, nice and clean room and super breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Mrs D Pat

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was reasonable. Would have preferred a double room
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Shao yang

Good value, the receptionist is very kind and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alireza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good hotel with friendly staff.

Short stay, good condition for a 3 star hotel. Receptionist was polite. You can have access to underground carpark if driving with a €12 charge. No issues.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

One More Disaster with AI booking

I took one look at the room after checking in and wouldn’t even consider sleeping there. I tried to contact you but it was nearly impossible to use that little box. It kept erasing my message when The tried to correct any errors. I finally sent the message with errors but your Ai is bad. It didn’t regard the contend but noted the errors. AI is really problematic for booking properties!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Alice

Disliked: Staff & service

Dont stay here

Front desk gentleman extremely rude. Not helpful with parking and accused us of letting csts into the garage behind us. When checking out after 3 days the older lady in reception had trouble with running our credit card snd suggested we mydt be over our credit limit? When she tried the other machine it went thru immediately. We were asked to use the same towels for three days when i asked for an extra towel it was really big deal. This is a one star hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mohamed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Très bien
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rodolphe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Chambre spacieuse, propre avec un lit king size
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Patrice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Bon séjour pour affaires (2 nuits)
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ce fut un séjour paisible. Je recommande.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

NATHALIE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent hôtel
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jean-François

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Chambre confortable mais le quartier ne presente aucun intérêt
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Goed klimaat
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mohamed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bien
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Henk

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was Nice, bede okay, bathroom Nice. Dinner was not good, very big portion frites, few choices to make and to expensive for the dinner we had a hamburger and frites
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

sebastien

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Un super hôtel une équipe formidable change rien je recommande fortement
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Alberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Qualche giorno a Lione

Servizio professionale; buona la qualità della colazione; parcheggio in garage a pagamento
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

chantal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Prima hotel, je moet ‘s avonds wel met de auto of taxi na het centrum
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Lothar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Gute Lage und es ist eine Empfehlung wert.

Haben das Hotel für die Durchreise genutzt und wollten uns Lyon ansehen. Nur kurzer Weg zur Metro und damit schnelle Anbindung. Die Zimmer hatten einen guten Standart und waren modern eingerichtet. Betten haben sich gut gelegen. Durch Nutzung der Tiefgarage, Anreise auch mit Auto kein Problem. Frühstück war sehr reichhaltig und in einer guten Qualität.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hoa-Mi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
-
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

LAVY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Une équipe professionnelle et sympa

Un séjour agréable, les jasmins étaient en fleurs et odorant. Le personnel est à l’écoute.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Très bon hôtel ! Je recommande !
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

bertrand

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

très confortable et calme

chambre très confortable, accueil simple et cordial, très calme et parking de 30 places + bornes électriques,sécurisé donc très appréciable quand la voiture est chargée Un seul inconvénient, 2 types de petits déjeuners, l'un à 9€ et l'autre à 17€ mais un seul buffet commun, donc pas clair...
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024