In Lyon City Centre, Mercure Lyon Centre Saxe Lafayette offers an upscale retreat. Unwind with fitness classes at the 24-hour health club, a dip in the indoor pool, or a drink at the bar. With Le Garage restaurant serving French cuisine and kids' meals and coworking spaces on site, this hotel is perfect for families and professionals alike.
Lyon (XYD-Part-Dieu SNCF Train Station) - 18 min walk
Lyon Part-Dieu Station - 19 min walk
Lyon Jean Mace Station - 24 min walk
Saxe - Prefecture Tram Stop - 3 min walk
Place Guichard-Bourse du Travail Station - 4 min walk
Palais de Justice - Mairie du 3eme Tram Stop - 5 min walk
Restaurants
Ramen Katsuya - 5 min walk
La Raffinerie - 5 min walk
Le Parloir - 6 min walk
La Scala Siciliana - 5 min walk
Le Grand Café de la Préfecture - 6 min walk
About this property
Mercure Lyon Centre Saxe Lafayette
Mercure Lyon Centre Saxe Lafayette puts you a short five-minute drive from Part Dieu Mall and Bellecour Square. The indoor pool is a great spot to take a dip, and guests can grab a bite to eat at Le Garage, which serves French cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. A bar/lounge, a 24-hour health club and a 24-hour fitness centre are other highlights at this eco-friendly hotel. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff and location. The property is only a short walk to public transportation: Saxe - Prefecture Tram Stop is 3 minutes and Place Guichard-Bourse du Travail Station is 4 minutes.
At a glance
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Hotel size
156 rooms
Arranged over 7 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-out available
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is noon
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions
Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
Children (16 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs and cats only)*
Service animals welcome
Food and water bowls available
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 50+ Mbps)
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Parking
On-site parking only available on request
Secured covered on-site valet parking (EUR 28 per night; includes in/out privileges)
On-site parking is limited
Electric vehicle charging point on site
Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
On-site garage
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) 6:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 6:00 AM–10:30 AM on weekends
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Room service (limited hours)
Water dispenser
Travelling with children
Children stay for free (see details)
Children's menu
Toys
Pool gate
Fence around the pool
What to do
Fitness classes
Working away
8 meeting rooms
Co-working spaces
Conference centre (6168 square feet of space)
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1932
Television in common areas
24-hour health club
An indoor pool
Shopping centre on-site
At least 80% of food locally sourced
At least 80% organic food
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian dining options
Humane treatment of captive wild animals
At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
Complimentary wireless Internet access (speed of 50+ Mbps)
Phone
Food and drink
Free bottled water
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Daily housekeeping
In-room safe (laptop compatible)
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Eco-friendly toiletries
Bulk dispenser for toiletries
Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
Energy-saving switches
LED light bulbs
Recycling
Water-efficient showers only
Water-efficient toilets only
Special features
Dining
Le Garage – This restaurant specialises in French cuisine and serves breakfast, brunch, lunch and dinner. A children's menu is available.
Bar – On-site bar. Open daily.
Awards and affiliations
Eco-certified property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education) – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 2.50 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 18 years of age.
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 20.50 per person
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
Renovations and closures
The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 11 November to 11 November:
Dining venue
The following facilities are closed for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day:
Dining venue
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 15 per pet, per night
Parking
Covered valet parking costs EUR 28 per night with in/out privileges
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
Parking height restrictions apply
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a smoke detector on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International
Cashless transactions are available.
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000 owing to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information on the booking confirmation.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
National rating
This property has received its official star rating from the French Tourism Development Agency, ATOUT France.
Also known as
Mercure Lyon Centre Saxe Lafayette Hotel
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Accor Grand Hotel Saxe Lafayette
Mercure Lyon Saxe Lafayette
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Frequently asked questions
Does Mercure Lyon Centre Saxe Lafayette offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Mercure Lyon Centre Saxe Lafayette does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Mercure Lyon Centre Saxe Lafayette?
Yes, there's an indoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Mercure Lyon Centre Saxe Lafayette?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome. There's a charge of EUR 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Mercure Lyon Centre Saxe Lafayette?
Yes. Valet parking costs EUR 28 per night. Parking spaces may be limited. Electric car charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Mercure Lyon Centre Saxe Lafayette?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
Is there an on-site casino at Mercure Lyon Centre Saxe Lafayette?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Le Pharaon Casino (6-min drive) and Casino Le Lyon Vert (15-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Mercure Lyon Centre Saxe Lafayette and nearby?
On-site recreation at Mercure Lyon Centre Saxe Lafayette includes fitness classes. Enjoy a swim in the indoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a 24-hour health club.
Are there restaurants at or near Mercure Lyon Centre Saxe Lafayette?
Yes, Le Garage offers French cuisine.
What's the area around Mercure Lyon Centre Saxe Lafayette like?
Mercure Lyon Centre Saxe Lafayette is in Lyon City Centre, a short 3-minute walk from Saxe - Prefecture Tram Stop and 8 minutes' walk from Part Dieu Mall. Travellers love the hotel's prime location.
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Mercure Lyon Centre Saxe Lafayette Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.0/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Staff & service
8.6/10
Amenities
8.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
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What guests liked
Breakfast was consistently praised for its quality, variety, and value, with many guests enjoying the experience. (8 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
25 Jul 2025
Amazing breakfast
Very welcoming staff. Good food. Amazing breakfast!
Hilary
Hilary, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
2 Aug 2025
Fun weekend
Pleasant hotel on the edge of centre but around 20 minutes walk to the old town. Close to metro. Comfortable hotel and recommended
Tim
Tim, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
10 Jun 2025
The stay in the Hotel was very good.
Alfred
Alfred, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
23 Aug 2025
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Great hotel - could do better quality English tea and milk cartons but a great room!
Tracy
Tracy, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
28 Aug 2025
An overnight stay during a business trip
One BIG problem: no functioning WiFi during our stay.
Restaurant needs a new menu with different choices. Options are very limited.
Friendly and efficient staff.
Valet parking worked very well, thank you.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 Jul 2025
great base for family vivist
We were in Lyon for ten days to visit family and the Mercure was a perfect base for us. Our 3 year old granddaughter love the pool!
John
John, 9-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
2 May 2025
Wonderful hotel. Made use of the restaurant and hotel bar, breakfast is well worth it as well!
Mike
Mike, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
11 Mar 2025
It was a pleasant stay
Dragos
Dragos, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 Apr 2025
Very good
Were pleasant stay. Good located and friendly personnel
Verified traveller
3-night trip
8/10 Very good
12 Jun 2025
Good hotel positioned midway between the station and Vieux Lyon. The gym is good but the swimming pool not as big as it appears in publicity! It would have been good to have some sachets of milk as part of the tea and coffee in the room!
Pat
Pat, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
21 Aug 2024
Good location and nice rooms.
Craig
Craig, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
19 Feb 2025
This Mercury was very good quality for the price of the room . Traveling with a tween can be challenging to find accommodation but the rooms with double beds were spacious and well equipped. The hotel is only a 15 minutes walk from the commercial heart of the city and to a lot of dining options.
Patrick
Patrick, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
1 Aug 2024
Close to restaurants and the train station very convenient
Brent
Brent, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
16 May 2025
Not a 4 star boutique hotel at all. Bathroom amenities limited and no chairs in room. No wine glasses. Coffee machine in lobby didn’t work. Construction outside.
Lynne
Lynne, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
16 Feb 2025
I only stayed a night but the room was nice. There is a nice ceiling style showerhead. Gym is limited in terms of weights. Brunch is 20.50 euros and solid. Overall, pleasant stay.
Steve
Steve, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
24 Jul 2024
Really nice hotel in quieter part of city. Easy walk to the middle and old town parts of city. Lovely staff and breakfast options were good.
Michelle
Michelle, 7-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
10 Aug 2024
Great value for one night not very central
Norah
Norah, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
10 Jan 2025
The room was bigger than I expected. nice to have water dispense with sparkling water.
Naoko
Naoko, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
12 Jul 2024
This is a good hotel within walking distance of the major sites in Lyon. It’s well-maintained and the staff is professional.
Richard
Richard, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
24 Sept 2024
Super nice
Clean room, delicious breakfast
Kimberley
Kimberley, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
21 Sept 2024
Service, room, clean
Frank
Frank, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
15 Jul 2024
Excellent all around
Good location, valet parking very helpful, large clean room with good air-conditioning and housekeeping, and a friendly staff, all at a very reasonable rate.
Steven
Steven, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
12 Aug 2024
Family friendly and comfortable hotel. Spacious rooms, incredibly friendly staff, clean and great location to walk to all areas of Lyon. Pool is smaller than we expected but children still had fun. Breakfast buffet was good value for money with varied options of cooked and continental. Would definitely go back if ever in Lyon.
Anupma
Anupma, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
9 Jul 2024
Great hotel in Lyon...with an unexpected rain shower. Clean and comfortable.
william
william, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
6 Jul 2024
Nice, clean hotel. They offer excellent breakfast.
Very polite staff, fluent in english.
Couple of minor things in the room: bathroom door wasn’t locking, needed adjustment, safe wasn’t working, but since we were staying just one night i did not bother to ask for fix or assistance,
i recommend this hotel.