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The People Lyon

Hostel near Bellecour Square in Lyon

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Double Room | Soundproofing, free WiFi

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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10 Mnt des Carmélites, Lyon, Rhône, 69001
  • Place, Place des Terreaux
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Hôtel de Ville de Lyon
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Lyon National Opera
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Lyon (LYS-Saint-Exupery)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Room options

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A bedroom with a bed, curtains, a bedside table, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Soundproofing, free WiFi

Double Room with Fourviere View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a window, and a staircase.

Comfort Quadruple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Soundproofing, free WiFi

1 lit dans un dortoir mixte de 4 lits

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Soundproofing, free WiFi

1 lit dans un dortoir mixte de 10 lits

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 10 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Soundproofing, free WiFi

1 lit dans un dortoir mixte de 14 lits

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 14 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Soundproofing, free WiFi

1 lit dans un dortoir mixte de 16 lits

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 16 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Soundproofing, free WiFi

1 lit dans un dortoir mixte de 18 lits

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 18 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Soundproofing, free WiFi

1 lit dans un dortoir pour femmes de 8 lits

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 8 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Soundproofing, free WiFi

Shared Dormitory

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Shared Dormitory, Women only | Soundproofing, free WiFi

Shared Dormitory, Women only

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Lyon

Heart of Lyon.Within a 10-minute walk of this Lyon City Centre hostel, you'll find Cour des Voraces and Fresque des Lyonnais. Place de la Croix Rousse and Place des Terreaux are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Place des Terreaux - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Hôtel de Ville de Lyon - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Lyon National Opera - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Bellecour Square - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Croix-Rousse Metro Station - 7 min walk
  • Lyon Saint Paul Station - 10 min walk
  • Saint-Exupery Airport (LYS) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Auprès De Mon Arbre - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Fika Lyon - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Barabaar Croix-Rousse - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Les Délices Du Liban - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Grand Café de la Soierie - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The People Lyon

Hostel near Bellecour Square in Lyon
Along with a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. The People Lyon also features a terrace, an elevator, and a microwave in a common area. A complete renovation of The People Lyon was completed in January 2023.

This Lyon hostel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 45 guestrooms or units
  • 6 levels
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Terrace
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
The People Lyon offers 45 accommodations with hair dryers. This Lyon hostel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 25+ Mbps. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is offered on request and change of bedsheets can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 9 for adults and EUR 9 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Snack bar/deli

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (35 inch wide door)
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

More

  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 10 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

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 0.88 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 9 for adults and EUR 9 for children
  • Pet fee: EUR 10 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee and varies based on length of stay

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, debit card, or cash deposit 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 credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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.

Property is also known as

Pilo Lyon
Pilo Lyon Hostel
Pilo Lyon - Hostel Lyon
Pilo Lyon - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation
Pilo Lyon - Hostel Hostel/Backpacker accommodation Lyon

Frequently asked questions

How close is The People Lyon to the airport?

The People Lyon is 18.4 mi (39-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 The People Lyon ?

As of Jul 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The People Lyon on Jul 5, 2026 start from $77, 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.

Does The People Lyon have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The People Lyon .

How close is The People Lyon to the beach?

This hostel is 9.5 mi (20-min drive) from Plage de l'Atol'.

Does The People Lyon offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at The People Lyon , but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 9 for adults and EUR 9 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at The People Lyon ?

No, there is no casino at this hostel, but Le Pharaon Casino (8-min drive) and Casino Le Lyon Vert (19-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at The People Lyon ?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at The People Lyon ?

Free parking is not available at this hostel.

Does The People Lyon have a pool?

The People Lyon does not have a pool.

Does The People Lyon have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hostel.

How close is The People Lyon to downtown Lyon?

The People Lyon is 0.6 mi away from Lyon.

The People Lyon Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 169 out of 287 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 68 out of 287 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 30 out of 287 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 287 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 287 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, amenities and staff.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff, private room, dining area, and ambience is superlative. Quintessential are the people: helpful, friendly, knowledgeable, and patient. A wonderful place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Khadija

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Top
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Sinae

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We loved the place and the staff. The atmosphere was friendly with even kids. 😀 The staff are super nice!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Dianne

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
I appreciate it’s a hosel environment that offers hotel rooms however the vibe of the guests was a little strange, one guest tried to urinate in the lift late in the evening, and the noise in the hallways was super loud. Room was ok but basic, next time I’ll just book an Ibis
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Soraya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff, good location
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Grs Valtech Valo Terra V

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Top
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff; clean rooms!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Halvor Smestad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good price, nice staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Martijn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable for a hostel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good value hotel in central Lyon
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Manja

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay! The room was clean and fun, and the service was perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Oscar

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable beds
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Khadija

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Ok
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Was a good position 1/2 way between lower and upper town
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lilia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cool place, Clean and quiet
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kartal

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

Perfect place to stay in Lyon!

amazing atmosphere with a very nice location. we really liked the yard.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

tommaso

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location a d affordable prices. There is no parking. You need to park at 15min walk at Gross Callou, quite pricey
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

duncan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice stuff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kieran

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Combination of hostel and hotel patrons made for some great people watching.Loved the courtyard right off the eating area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

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

Great

Lovely hotel, with friendly and helpful staff and a great vibe. Facilities are good and the restaurant has a good menu and a great terrace. Enjoyed our stay, recommended!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zsigmond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I've stayed at many hostels in Europe, this one was one of the best experiences. Clean, nice beds, friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Will

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Should be called "The Wallets of People" given the price. Five euros for towels and padlocks also extortionate. I took it because most other places were booked out but would go again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey

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

Enjoyable stay

We enjoyed our stay at the Pilo. It has a very friendly atmosphere, and the staff are very helpful. All the staff are dedicated to high standards. The hotel is new and is a pleasant place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023