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Our top choices for Lyon hostels

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1. 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 traveler
$70 nightly
The price is $79
Aug 19 - Aug 20
Total with taxes and fees
Slo Lyon les Pentes
Breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served

2. Ho36 hostels

Ho36 hostels
Lyon City Centre
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (187 reviews)
"The staff were very helpful and pleasant. They have free refillable cold water. The beds are nice and breakfast was very good. The facilities are clean and you can stay in the waiting area."
United States
Ma Leonora
$79 nightly
The price is $89
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Total with taxes and fees
Ho36 hostels
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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
$74 nightly
The price is $83
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Total with taxes and fees
Slo Lyon Saxe
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Top Lyon Hotel Reviews

Campanile PRIME - Lyon Centre Gare Part Dieu

Campanile PRIME - Lyon Centre Gare Part Dieu

10/10 Excellent
"Amazing stay definitely recommend!!!"
angelina 1-night trip
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Campanile PRIME - Lyon Centre Gare Part Dieu

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Lyon Hostels information

Number of reviews
138
Accommodation
5 Hostels
Lowest Price
$79
Highest Price
$89

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 exploring. You can check out this destination's cultural highlights, such as its museums and theaters.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look exactly alike, but these dormitory-style accommodations all have shared rooms (though many have private options too), budget-friendly prices, and a social setting.
What are the best hostels in Lyon?
Ready to book a hostel in town? These ones have the highest reviews from our travelers and could be a good place to start looking: Ho36 hostels - 2-minute walk from Saint-André Tram Stop for easy access to public transit. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a restaurant, and a bar. You'll find towels, showers, and bed sheets in all rooms. The People Lyon - Close to public transit, this property is within a 10-minute walk of Croix-Rousse Metro Station and Croix Paquet Station. You can take advantage of free WiFi and a bar, as well as a 24-hour front desk. Rooms come with showers, hair dryers, and free WiFi. Slo Lyon les Pentes - 2-minute walk from Croix Paquet Station for easy access to public transit. You can take advantage of free WiFi and a restaurant, as well as a bar. Rooms come with towels, free WiFi, and free toiletries. Hostel Lyon Centre - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Minimes - Théâtres romains Station. Guests can enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities. Rooms come with towels, showers, and bed sheets. Slo Lyon Saxe - Close to public transit, this property is within a 5-minute walk of Saxe-Gambetta Station and Guillotiere Station. You can take advantage of free WiFi and a bar, as well as a 24-hour front desk. You'll find showers, hair dryers, and bed sheets in all rooms.
How many hostels will I find in Lyon?
If you're hoping to find somewhere affordable 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?
The weather is important when you're experiencing new places, so here's a little information that may be helpful: The hottest months are usually August and July with an average temp of 68°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 41°F. Average annual precipitation for Lyon is 42 inches.
What is there to see and do in Lyon?
Depending on what interests you, you might like to explore some places near Lyon. Get out into nature with places like 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 Lugdunum. Visit landmarks like Hôtel de Ville de Lyon, Lyon Cathedral, and Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière.
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 Saint-Exupery Airport (LYS), 12 mi (19.3 km) away. An alternative is Saint-Etienne (EBU-Saint-Etienne - Loire Intl.), situated 30.8 mi (49.5 km) away. Once you've arrived, you might want to make use of public transit. You can access metro transit at Hotel de Ville - Louis Pradel Station, Croix Paquet Station, and Cordeliers Bourse Station. To explore more of the area, catch a train at Lyon Saint Paul Station, Lyon (XYD-Part-Dieu SNCF Train Station), or Lyon Perrache Station.

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