Hotel Saphir

3.0 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, near Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; French cuisine
Fitness facility
Meeting facility
Terrace/patio
Junior Suite

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet-friendly
The current price is AU$195
includes taxes & fees
26 Sept - 27 Sept

Explore the area

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18 Rue Louis Loucheur, Lyon, Rhone, 69009
  • Bellecour Square
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place des Terreaux
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Lyon (LYS-Saint-Exupery)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Room options

Comfort Room, Twin Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Comfort Room, Double Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Lyon

At Hotel Saphir you'll be 2.7 km (1.7 mi) from Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière and 3.2 km (2 mi) from Bellecour Square. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The restaurant, Les Tournesols, serves French cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Meeting rooms and a business centre are among the business amenities offered. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a gym and a snack bar/deli. Buffet breakfast is available on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of self parking. .With a stay at this 3-property class 9th Arrondissement hotel, you'll be 3.3 km (2.1 mi) from Place des Terreaux and 3.4 km (2.1 mi) from Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon.

What's nearby

  • Bellecour Square - 5 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière - 5 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Hôtel de Ville de Lyon - 6 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Place des Terreaux - 7 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Lyon National Opera - 7 min drive - 4.1 km

Getting around

  • Ecully-la-Demi-Lune Station - 4 min drive
  • Gorge de Loup Station - 5 min walk
  • Lyon (LYS-Saint-Exupery) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Maison Pozzoli - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Le Jardin D'à Côté - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Le Bistrot Neuf - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Ninkasi Gorge De Loup - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪La Divina - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hotel Saphir

Hotel with a restaurant, near Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A business centre and meeting rooms are available.

A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. A fitness centre, a terrace, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Hotel Saphir. For a fee, parking is available.

This 3-star Lyon hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 110 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 1992
  • Deli
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Corner/local shop
  • Terrace
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Hotel Saphir offers 110 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Digital televisions are provided. Bathrooms include baths or showers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Lyon hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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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)
  • 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

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: EUR 12 per pet, per day
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 12 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 1.65 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 18 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Eurocard and cash. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • One child aged 12 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hotel Saphir?

Hotel Saphir offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Saphir?

As of 21 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Saphir on 26 Sept 2025 start from AU$189.23, including 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.

Is parking available at Hotel Saphir?

Yep, Hotel Saphir has a self car park for EUR 12 per day.

Are there any beaches close to Hotel Saphir?

The closest beach to Hotel Saphir is Plage de l'Atol' (11.2 km).

What makes Hotel Saphir a romantic place to stay?

Romance packages and a lounge bar, as well as premium bedding in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Hotel Saphir.

Is Hotel Saphir family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as children's meals and a corner/local shop, as well as highchairs and free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Hotel Saphir is a hit with families.

Does Hotel Saphir serve breakfast?

Yeah, buffet brekkie is available on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM and weekends between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel Saphir?

No, Hotel Saphir does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Hotel Saphir?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves French cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone? The dining venue is closed on Saturday and Sunday.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel Saphir?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Saphir?

Cats and dogs are welcome at Hotel Saphir, with food and water bowls on offer.