Radisson Blu Hotel, Lyon
by the TopOfHotel team
The Radisson Blu is the best view in Lyon — floor 32 of the Part-Dieu Tower, looking out over the city and the Alps.
The Radisson Blu is the best view in Lyon — floor 32 of the Part-Dieu Tower, looking out over the city and the Alps.
In-Depth Review
Rooms and decor
The 245 rooms follow the standard Radisson Blu look — clean, modern, everything where you expect it. Big windows pull in the city view, and the higher the floor, the better it gets, running all the way up to floor 32. The air-con runs quietly and the soundproofing holds up well for a hotel sitting this close to a main station. A lot of reviews single out the comfortable beds and great city views, with clean, well-equipped bathrooms. The one knock is that the rooms aren't all consistent, so it's worth asking for a high floor to land the best of the stock.
Food and amenities
The restaurant and bar are up on the high floors, sharing the same panoramic view — guests describe a morning coffee with the whole city spread out below as the best part of the stay. The buffet breakfast gets good marks for range and taste. There's a fitness center, fast Wi-Fi across the tower, and Express check-in that suits business travelers moving in and out often. Valet parking is on offer but costs extra.
Location and getting there
This is a strong base if you travel by train — Lyon Part-Dieu station is only about 200m away, a 3-minute walk to the entrance. The TGV reaches Paris in 2 hours, and the same station runs Rhonexpress to Lyon-Saint Exupery airport in 30 minutes. Metro line B sits under the building and reaches Bellecour in the city center in 10 minutes, and the Westfield Part-Dieu mall is a 5-minute walk.
Things to know before booking
It runs pricier than other 4-stars around Part-Dieu in some seasons, so compare your dates before locking it in. Some reviews flag inconsistent service and cleanliness in certain rooms — a high floor is the safer bet. And if you're driving, note that valet parking is the only option and it carries an extra charge.
Our take
The Radisson Blu Lyon is for business travelers who want a premium room right by the TGV, and for couples who want the best city view in town. If the budget stretches and a station-side location is what you're after, it covers the bases — few hotels in Lyon put the view and the platform this close together.
Score Breakdown
Assessed by our editorial team from data and real guest reviews
The Honest Verdict — pros & what to know
- Views of Lyon and the Alps from the high floors — something no other hotel in the same area can match.
- A 3-minute walk to Lyon Part-Dieu station, which connects the TGV to Paris and other cities very easily.
- All 245 rooms are wide, with strong soundproofing and air-con that runs quietly — a real plus this close to the tracks.
- A fitness center and Express check-in keep things efficient for business travelers moving in and out.
- The restaurant and bar on the upper floors share the same panoramic view, so a morning coffee comes with the whole city laid out below.
- Pricier than other 4-stars in the Part-Dieu area during some seasons, so it pays to compare dates.
- Some reviews note inconsistent service and cleanliness in certain rooms — ask for a high floor to land the best of the stock.
- Valet parking is available but costs extra, which adds up if you're driving in.
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Insider Tips
- Ask for a high floor when you book — the view improves the higher you go, and reviews flag the lower rooms as the weaker part of the stock.
- Take breakfast or a coffee in the upper-floor restaurant for the panorama; guests rate the morning view over the city as the highlight.
- Skip the cab to the airport — Rhonexpress leaves from Part-Dieu station, a 3-minute walk away, and reaches Lyon-Saint Exupery in 30 minutes.