Hotel Saphir
3.0 star property
3-star hotel near Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière
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Reviews
8.48.4 out of 10
Very good
Popular amenities
- Room service
- Bar
- Gym
- Parking available
- 24/7 front desk
- Air conditioning
Explore the area
18 Rue Louis Loucheur, Lyon, Rhone, 69009
- Bellecour SquarePlace, Bellecour Square5 min drive
- Basilica of Notre-Dame de FourvièrePlace, Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière5 min drive
- Place des TerreauxPlace, Place des Terreaux7 min drive
- Lyon (LYS-Saint-Exupery)Airport, Lyon (LYS-Saint-Exupery)33 min drive
Room options
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Comfort Room, Double Bed
8.68.6 out of 10
Excellent
9 reviews
(9 reviews)
- 215 sq ft
- Sleeps 3
- 1 Queen Bed
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Comfort Room, Twin Beds
8.88.8 out of 10
Excellent
3 reviews
(3 reviews)
- 215 sq ft
- Sleeps 3
- 2 Twin Beds
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Executive Room
10.010.0 out of 10
Exceptional
1 review
(1 review)
- Sleeps 3
- 1 King Bed
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Junior Suite
10.010.0 out of 10
Exceptional
1 review
(1 review)
- Sleeps 4
- 1 King Bed
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About the neighborhood
Lyon
9th Arrondissement stay.Your stay at this 9th Arrondissement hotel places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière and Bellecour Square. Place des Terreaux and Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon are also within 3 miles (5 km).
What's nearby
- Bellecour Square - 5 min drive - 1.7 miles
- Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière - 5 min drive - 1.7 miles
- Hôtel de Ville de Lyon - 6 min drive - 2.2 miles
- Place des Terreaux - 7 min drive - 2.1 miles
- Lyon National Opera - 7 min drive - 2.6 miles
Getting around
- Ecully-la-Demi-Lune Station - 4 min drive
- Gorge de Loup Station - 5 min walk
- Saint-Exupery Airport (LYS) - 33 min drive
Restaurants
- Maison Pozzoli - 2 min walk
- Le Jardin D'à Côté - 10 min walk
- La Divina - 1 min walk
- Ninkasi Gorge De Loup - 5 min walk
- Le Bistrot Neuf - 3 min walk
About this property
Hotel Saphir
3-star hotel 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 center and meeting rooms are available.
A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. A fitness center, 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
- Meeting rooms
- Built in 1992
- Deli
- Charging station for electric cars
- Business facilities
- Breakfast available (surcharge)
- Front desk (24 hours)
- Express check-out
- Staff is multilingual
- Storage area for luggage
- Front-desk safe
- Concierge
- Convenience store
- Terrace
- Gift shop
- Newspapers in lobby (free)
- Elevator
- No smoking on site
- Bar or lounge
- Dining venue
Hotel Saphir offers 110 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Digital television is provided. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.
This Lyon hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.
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Property amenities
Family friendly
- Grocery/convenience store
- High chair
- In-room crib
- Snack bar/deli
- Soundproofed rooms
Internet
- Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
- Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet
Parking and transportation
- Electric car charging station on site
- Self 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
Things to do
- Gym
Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- Elevator
- Grab bar near toilet
- Raised toilet seat
- Stair-free path to entrance
- Wheelchair accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible parking
Room amenities
Entertainment
- 89-cm TV with digital channels
Bedroom
- Blackout drapes
- Free crib
- Pillow menu
- Premium bedding
Bathroom
- Bathtub or shower
- Free toiletries
- Hair dryer
- Private bathroom
- Shampoo
- Towels provided
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 available
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:
- Dining venue(s)
The following facilities are closed on Saturday and Sunday:
- Bar/lounge
- Dining venue(s)
- 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 cribs (infant beds)!
Property 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: 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.
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 each accommodation.
We should mention
- Onsite 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 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
How close is Hotel Saphir to the airport?
Hotel Saphir is 23.8 mi (33-min drive) away from the Saint-Exupery Airport (LYS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Saphir?
As of Oct 7, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Saphir on Oct 17, 2025 start from $101.51, 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.
Does Hotel Saphir have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at Hotel Saphir.
How close is Hotel Saphir to the beach?
This hotel is 11.1 mi (22-min drive) from Plage de l'Atol' and 11.5 mi (21-min drive) from Plage de la Mama. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Hotel Saphir offer free breakfast?
Free breakfast isn’t provided at Hotel Saphir, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 17 per person. It's available on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM and weekends from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
Is there a casino at Hotel Saphir?
No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Le Pharaon Casino (9-min drive) and Casino Le Lyon Vert (11-min drive) are nearby.
What time is check-in at Hotel Saphir?
Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.
Is there free parking at Hotel Saphir?
Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for EUR 12 per day.
Does Hotel Saphir have a pool?
Hotel Saphir does not have a pool.
Does Hotel Saphir have a restaurant?
Hotel Saphir is home to Les Tournesols, which features French cuisine.
Does Hotel Saphir have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this hotel.
How close is Hotel Saphir to downtown Lyon?
Hotel Saphir is 1.6 mi away from Lyon.