Mercure Lyon Centre Château Perrache

Building: The exterior architecture of the building is exactly what I imagined for a stay in France. It definitely has a charm to it that is significantly lacking in newer buildings. The lobby was relatively modern and convenient to access. The rooms had the iconic extra tall French Door style windows leading to a balconet. I stayed in the Superior Double Room. Bathroom: Modern bathroom with a lovely walk in shower. It had the standard shower head but also a rainfall type shower which I did not expect and was an absolutely pleasant surprise. Good water pressure from both. If you're the type that prefers scalding hot showers, you will be disappointed. But if you like your showers just hot enough to warm up and feel comfortable on a cold day, then it's perfect temperature. Bed: The mattress was firm, but not excessively so. It felt like the first time you lie down on a brand new mattress level of firmness. Pillows were also just firm enough to provide comfortable neck support if you're a side sleeper. If you have minor back pain or an achy back, then these beds and pillows are likely to help you feel less so the next morning. Staff: The staff at the reception desk was incredibly polite and helpful during my check in process and the stay despite my limited command of the French language. Location: Less than 5 minute walk from the TGV Gare de Lyon Perrache and you can easily hop onto the high speed rail to Paris. It's a bit over a 10 minute walk to the TCL.

The location of the hotel was very good. We could easily discover the city of Lyon. Size of the room was nice and our son had his own place incl. TV, bed and private bathroom (with sink and toilet) in the same room. We also liked the historic French windows opening onto the balcony.

Location was amazing, especial y because we travel by bus. We loved the facilites and was more than expected. Above all, we wanted to point out, thank them and congratulate the Hôtel for their amazing desk staff both night and day shift. They were súper easy to talk to, help us with loggage before and after check in/out and even help us to warm Milk for my baby before the check in time. We were a group of 9 and they were classy and helfull, they let us stay in the lobby and never gave us any bad look or a “go away” vibe. One again, thank you so much, we apréciate it

Located directly at one of Lyon's main train stations, the surroundings are not exactly inspiring for a safe nightly walk, and you should certainly keep your valuables close. The interior of the hotel is however beautiful, the staff friendly and competent, and the restaurant has French cuisine and a good breakfast. It would be a good place if you are traveling by car or have an early train.

The location is great for Lyon. It is exactly next to a main train station where there is also a Metro station. So for discovering the city the location is really good. And you don't have to worry about the noise of the trains. We didn't hear anything.