Hôtel du Simplon

Hotels
8.2 (2096 reviews)
11 Rue Duhamel , Lyon , fr
+33 4 78 37 41 00

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Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Room service
Heating
Family rooms
Pets allowed
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good location
Clean premises
Delicious breakfast
Cons:
Small rooms
High parking fees
Issues with service at breakfast

Categories

Cleanliness
8.16
Very clean overall, but there's a complaint about noise and view-blocking scaffoldings.
Service
8.63
Staff were friendly and helpful, especially Eve and Philip, though there was a mention of some unpleasantries with a receptionist.
Location
8.67
Good location with easy access to the city center.
Room Quality
7.62
Some rooms were cramped and had issues with the bathroom size; overall ambiance is warm.
Amenities
8.15
Amenities were good, but parking is expensive.
Value for Money
7.61
Concerns about pricing versus room size; some value for the quality of breakfast.
Food and Beverage
8.66
Breakfast received high praise for variety and quality.
Overall Experience
8.13
Good experiences overall, marred by some issues with room quality and service.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-21 00:04

Property Description

Unique Accommodation in Presqu'île District

At Hôtel du Simplon, each room offers a uniquely decorated space in Lyon’s Presqu'île district, nestled between the Rhone and Saône Rivers. Enjoy en suite rooms with free WiFi, air conditioning, and a private bathroom.

Charming Amenities and Services

Relax in the drawing room with original mosaic floors and a Weimar piano. Benefit from 24-hour front desk service and staff recommendations for nearby dining options. Cyclists can take advantage of bicycle storage in the closed courtyard.

Convenient Location for Exploring Lyon

Conveniently situated between Place Bellecour and Lyon-Perrache railway station, the hotel is a short walk from Ampère Victor Hugo Metro. Explore the city with ease while staying at Hôtel du Simplon.

Book your stay at Hôtel du Simplon for a charming Lyon experience!

Important information:

Please note that a closed private parking is available 984 feet from the property, according to availability and upon reservation. The parking is available from 14:00 on the day of arrival and until 12:00 on the day of departure. Guests are required to check-in before going to the parking.

Please note that a number of services are available for cyclists including:
- a closed courtyard for 4 bicycles maximum
- rental of a parking box for more than 4 bicycles at a EUR 14 extra fee
- free laundry service for cyclists' clothes
- free access to a microwave in the kitchen of the hotel
- a repair kit for your equipment
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: LYS

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is needed) and costs EUR 35 per day.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for € 10 per person per night when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for € 10 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.2
Based on 2096 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.16
Service: 8.63
Location: 8.67
Room Quality: 7.62
Amenities: 8.15
Value for Money: 7.61
Food and Beverage: 8.66
Overall Experience: 8.13
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Luca • solo_traveller • it
9
Si sta bene
Pros:

Ubicazione, pulizia, cortesia

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Laurence C. • extended_group • fr
8
Un endroit agréable au coeur de la ville
Pros:

Hôtel bien situé, proche des transports en commun. La chambre est agréable, lumineuse, confortable, et bénéficie d'une climatisation efficace.

Cons:

La salle de bain aurait besoin d'une "petite" rénovation : lavabo un peu vieillot, pas de rangement ni de tablette pour poser ses produits de toilette, la douche est petite... et le débit / pression d'eau est catastrophique.

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Francesco • family_with_children • it
8
Confortevole e piacevole
Pros:

Ottima colazione ed è vicino ad un parco bellissimo

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Tovah • solo_traveller • ca
8
Nice, well located hotel for walking around Lyon
Pros:

This hotel is very well located if you're looking to walk around Lyon. The entry to the hotel is lovely, the staff are very kind and helpful, and the AC is absolutely a life saver. The restaurant next door (Prana) was shockingly delicious, and I really enjoyed the square nearby.

Cons:

The rooms are quite small (especially the bathrooms).

2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
C
Carlos • couple • es
7
Pros:

Habitación tranquila, hotel bien ubicado.

Cons:

Habitaciones pequeñas, sin armario. Algo incomoda.

2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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HELENE • solo_traveller • fr
9
Pros:

Le personnel toujours très professionnel et attentionné, le petit déjeuner toujours très diversifié avec des produits de qualité,la décoration

Cons:

La douche est un peu étroite (chambre 42).

2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Kim • family_with_children • us
8
Pros:

The hotel and the staff was great.

Cons:

We needed a room to sleep 4 people. The room was so small, we could not keep our suitcases open and walk around.

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
M
maymouna • solo_traveller • fr
7
2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
A
Armenzoni • couple • it
8
Cons:

SEBBENE SEGNALATO IL PREZZO DEL GARAGE PER 1 NOTTE

2026-07-20 • via Nuitee
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Eva • couple • es
9
Lyon centro
Pros:

Muy bien situado, lugar tranquilo y hace poco que se remodelo, muy cerca el parking y buen desayuno.

Cons:

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2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
H
Heiko • couple • de
8
2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Lena • couple • dk
10
Dejligt ophold på det her hotel
Pros:

Værelset var godt.

Cons:

Der var ikke mulighed for at få kaffe på værelset.

2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Daniela • extended_group • it
7
2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Guilherme • solo_traveller • pt
8
2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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licia • couple • it
9
2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Jan • family_with_children • cz
10
2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Gregor Marian • solo_traveller • be
1
Avoid this hotel
Pros:

nothing I didn't manage to stay there as they just couldn't find my booking.

Cons:

Even if they couldn't find my reservation (and i showed them their own messages of confirmation). they didn't feel like giving me a room and when they did, they asked double the price.

2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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Jakub • solo_traveller • pl
10
2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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Sabine • couple • ch
9
Pros:

Sehr schön eingerichtetes Hotel, gutes Frühstück, sehr nettes Personal.

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Claire • solo_traveller • fr
8
Petite chambre très confort
Pros:

La toute petite douche : très astucieuse. salle de bain mignonne.

Cons:

Et la vue sur les murs bof

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee