Hotels near Paris Gare de Lyon
Paris Gare de Lyon, with its clock tower on the Right Bank in the 12th arrondissement, is the departure point for TGV trains to Lyon, Marseille, the Alps, Switzerland and Milan, and Metro lines 1 and 14 and RER A and D stop beneath it. The hotels on this page range from Hôtel Mercure Paris Gare de Lyon TGV, a minute's walk from the platforms, to Appart'City Collection Paris Gare de Lyon, the best-rated stay here with apartments that have kitchens. A few, such as Hôtel Libertel Austerlitz Jardin des Plantes, are closer to Gare d'Austerlitz across the Seine.
The Gare de Lyon area in the 12th arrondissement is a working neighbourhood of Haussmann blocks, offices and brasseries, anchored by the station's clock tower. The Bastille, the Viaduc des Arts and the Coulée verte René-Dumont lie a short walk north-west, and the Seine and Bercy are just to the south.
Early TGVs and a Clock Tower
A hotel by Gare de Lyon makes most sense for an early TGV south or east, when every minute between bed and platform counts, and for anyone who wants Metro line 14 or RER A on the doorstep for the rest of Paris. The neighbourhood is practical rather than postcard Paris, but the Viaduc des Arts, the Coulée verte René-Dumont and the Bastille are a short walk away.
For the shortest walk to the platforms, Hôtel Mercure Paris Gare de Lyon TGV is described as a minute's walk from the station, with relaxed rooms and a bar, and is the most reviewed hotel on this page with a guest score of 8.8. Courtyard by Marriott Paris Gare de Lyon, a short walk away, adds a restaurant, a bar and a fitness centre, with some rooms overlooking the city. citizenM Paris Gare de Lyon is within walking distance and keeps a café and bar open around the clock, which helps when a late TGV gets in. Terminus Lyon Hotel - Paris has a restaurant, a bar and room service and describes itself as kid-friendly.
Appart'City Collection Paris Gare de Lyon stands out with a guest score of 9.6, the highest on this page. It is a four-star residence near the station with spacious apartments that have kitchens, plus a restaurant, a bar and a fitness centre, and it welcomes families and pets. I would choose it for a longer stay or a family trip, since cooking some meals and having more space make a week in Paris easier. Hotel Locomo, rated 9.2, is another strong option near Gare de Lyon, with a hammam, a café-bar and a restaurant in a stylish setting. Both are described as near the station, so the TGV platforms stay within easy reach.
Some hotels bring a more classic Parisian feel. Holiday Inn Paris - Gare de Lyon Bastille by IHG occupies a belle époque building near the station, with a cocktail bar and a restaurant. Hôtel Palym Paris, a short walk from Gare de Lyon, offers warmly decorated rooms, some with fireplaces, plus a lounge bar and breakfast. Hôtel Trianon Gare de Lyon - Paris 12 has a breakfast room with a vaulted ceiling and a restaurant, and Hôtel Prince Albert Lyon Bercy suits travellers who want to be close to Bercy. Paris Bastille Hotel, rated 8.6, has a 24-hour lounge bar and accepts pets.
The station itself is worth a look before departure. Le Train Bleu, the ornate restaurant opened in 1901 above the main hall, is one of the city's best-known station restaurants, and the clock tower is visible from much of the 12th arrondissement. Across the Seine via the Pont Charles-de-Gaulle, Gare d'Austerlitz and the Jardin des Plantes are a ten to fifteen minute walk, which is why Hôtel Libertel Austerlitz Jardin des Plantes appears on this page. Just north of the station, the Coulée verte René-Dumont runs along the old Vincennes railway viaduct above the shops of the Viaduc des Arts.
A traveler's perspectiveFor an early TGV, I recommend Hôtel Mercure Paris Gare de Lyon TGV: it is a minute's walk from the platforms and has a bar for the evening before. For a longer stay or a family trip, I would choose Appart'City Collection Paris Gare de Lyon, rated 9.6, whose apartments have kitchens, a short walk from the station's clock tower and Le Train Bleu.
4.8Guest scoreNear the stationAppart'City Collection Paris Gare de Lyon
Spacious apartments with kitchens, pet-friendly, and a fitness centre
View hotel →Why guests love itAppart'City Collection Paris Gare de Lyon is a four-star residence of spacious apartments, each with a kitchen, which gives families room to spread out and the freedom to cook simple meals. The on-site restaurant and bar take over on evenings when nobody wants to cook, and the fitness centre suits parents keeping a routine. Pets are accepted, so the whole household can travel together. Gare de Lyon is close for TGV departures, with public transport across Paris.
4.7Guest scoreNear the stationHôtel Riesner
Pet-friendly hotel with a restaurant and bar, a short walk from the station
View hotel →Why guests love itHôtel Riesner is a four-star a short walk from Gare de Lyon, with air-conditioned rooms, free Wi-Fi, a restaurant, a bar and room service. Breakfast is available at extra cost. It is accessible and welcomes pets, and room service is helpful after a late arrival with children. With a 9.4 rating from more than 250 reviews, it has one of the highest scores around the station, and I would book it for a comfortable night between trains.
4.6Guest scoreNear the stationHotel Locomo
Vibrant rooms, a hammam, and a cafe/bar near Gare de Lyon
View hotel →Why guests love itHotel Locomo is a stylish three-star near Gare de Lyon with vibrant, colourful rooms. The hammam is a rare find at this level and a good way to recover after a long train journey, and there is a cafe-bar and a restaurant on site, with free Wi-Fi. With a 9.2 score from almost 1,000 reviews, it is one of the best-rated hotels around the station, and I would book it for couples or a family with older children.
4.6Guest scoreNear the stationHotel Parisianer
Art Deco style with a gym and patio, near Gare de Lyon
View hotel →Why guests love itHotel Parisianer is a modern Art Deco-style four-star a short walk from Gare de Lyon. Rooms are comfortable, there is a fitness centre, a patio and a restaurant, and the hotel is fully accessible, which helps families with a pushchair. Pets are welcome too. With a 9.2 score from more than 400 reviews, it is among the best-rated hotels by the station, and I would book it for a family trip that starts or ends by train.
4.4Guest scoreNear the stationHoliday Inn Paris - Gare de Lyon Bastille by IHG
Belle epoque hotel with a cocktail bar near Gare de Lyon
View hotel →Why guests love itHoliday Inn Paris Gare de Lyon Bastille is a belle epoque four-star hotel near Gare de Lyon, with classic rooms and free Wi-Fi. It has a cocktail bar, a restaurant and meeting rooms, and it is both accessible and pet-friendly. Being close to the station makes arrivals with children and luggage simpler. Guests rate it 8.8 across more than 1,500 reviews, a strong result, and I would book it for the period building and the easy rail access.
4.4Guest scoreNear the stationCourtyard by Marriott Paris Gare de Lyon
Modern comfort steps from Gare de Lyon with city views
View hotel →Why guests love itCourtyard by Marriott Paris Gare de Lyon is a modern four-star hotel a short walk from the station, which suits families arriving or leaving by train with luggage. Rooms are streamlined and some have city views. A restaurant, a bar and a fitness center are on site, and parking is available. Business and leisure travelers both use it. Guests rate it 8.8 across more than 1,600 reviews, so I would book it for the easy rail access and consistent comfort.
4.4Guest scoreNear the stationHôtel Mercure Paris Gare de Lyon TGV
Modern rooms and a sleek bar, steps from Gare de Lyon
View hotel →Why guests love itHotel Mercure Paris Gare de Lyon TGV is a minute's walk from Gare de Lyon, which makes it one of the easiest choices for families catching an early TGV or arriving late with tired children. Rooms are contemporary and relaxed, and the bar suits parents once the children are asleep. Pets are accepted, and a fitness centre and business centre are on site. There is no family-specific facility, so it works best as a short, practical stop.
4.3Guest scoreNear the stationParis Bastille Hotel
Relaxed rooms with a 24-hour bar, close to the station
View hotel →Why guests love itParis Bastille Hotel is a straightforward three-star near the station with relaxed, air-conditioned rooms and free Wi-Fi. The 24-hour lounge bar is handy after a late train, and room service makes evenings easier with tired children. There is also a business centre. It welcomes families and pets. With an 8.6 rating from more than 800 reviews, I would book it for a practical stay between Bastille and Gare de Lyon.
4.3Guest scoreNear the stationcitizenM Paris Gare de Lyon
Compact rooms and a hip 24-hour cafe/bar near Gare de Lyon
View hotel →Why guests love itcitizenM Paris Gare de Lyon is a modern design hotel within walking distance of the station, with compact rooms, ambient lighting and air conditioning. The 24-hour cafe and bar is handy after a late TGV, and Wi-Fi is free. Rooms are small, so it suits couples or a parent travelling with one child better than a larger family. Rated 8.6 by more than 3,400 guests, I would book it for a short stop between trains.
4.2Guest scoreNear the stationTerminus Lyon Hotel - Paris
Warmly decorated rooms, a restaurant, and bar near Gare de Lyon
View hotel →Why guests love itTerminus Lyon Hotel Paris is a modest three-star within walking distance of Gare de Lyon, so families coming off a TGV reach their room without a taxi. The hotel describes itself as kid-friendly, and the restaurant, bar and room service cover meals on evenings when nobody wants to go out again. Rooms are warmly decorated, with Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs and minibars, and the property is smoke-free. Expect standard Paris room sizes rather than family suites.
4.2Guest scoreNear the stationHôtel Palym Paris
Classic comfort near Gare de Lyon with a restaurant and lounge bar
View hotel →Why guests love itHôtel Palym Paris is a short walk from Gare de Lyon, which keeps arrivals simple for families coming off a TGV with luggage. The classic, warmly decorated rooms include some with fireplaces, and breakfast on site makes early starts easier. A restaurant and a lounge bar mean dinner does not require a trip across the city. It is a traditional three-star rather than a resort, so families should expect standard Paris room sizes.
4.1Guest scoreNear the stationHôtel Viator - Gare de Lyon
Airy rooms near Gare de Lyon with city views and business facilities
View hotel →Why guests love itHotel Viator is a three-star hotel a short walk from Gare de Lyon, with airy rooms, some with city views. Free Wi-Fi, air conditioning and a business center are included, so it serves families and business travelers alike. Being close to the station keeps arrivals with luggage simple. Guests rate it 8.2 across nearly 580 reviews, a good score for the category, so I would book it for the easy rail access and the airy rooms.
4.1Guest scoreNear the stationHôtel Libertel Austerlitz Jardin des Plantes
Pet-friendly hotel near Jardin des Plantes with easy station access
View hotel →Why guests love itHôtel Libertel Austerlitz Jardin des Plantes is an unpretentious hotel a short walk from the Jardin des Plantes and Gare d'Austerlitz, just across the Seine from Gare de Lyon. Rooms are down-to-earth, with air conditioning and free Wi-Fi, and breakfast is served in a casual room. The gardens next door are a real asset with children. It is kid-friendly and accepts pets. Rated 8.2 by around 900 guests, it is a sensible family base.
4.1Guest scoreNear the stationHOTEL PRINCE ALBERT GARE DE LYON
Classic comfort near the station, with a restaurant and pet-friendly rooms
View hotel →Why guests love itHotel Prince Albert Gare de Lyon is a relaxed hotel with classic decor within walking distance of the station. Rooms are comfortable, with flat-screen TVs and free Wi-Fi, and there is a restaurant on site, which helps when arriving with children after a long journey. Pets are welcome and the hotel is kid-friendly. Rated 8.2 by more than 500 guests, I would choose it for a simple, central family stop before or after a TGV.
4.1Guest scoreNear the stationHôtel Albe Bastille
Sophisticated rooms, a bar, and a quiet courtyard near Gare de Lyon
View hotel →Why guests love itHôtel Albe Bastille is a three-star near Gare de Lyon with sophisticated rooms and suites, some with iPod docks. The quiet courtyard is a pleasant place to sit after a day in Paris, and there is a bar and lounge and a restaurant on site. Suites give families more space, and pets are welcome. With an 8.2 rating from more than 400 reviews, I would book a suite here for a calm family stay near the station.
4.1Guest scoreNear the stationHotel Camille Paris Gare de Lyon, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Refined rooms, a chic lounge, and pet-friendly comfort near Gare de Lyon
View hotel →Why guests love itHotel Camille Paris Gare de Lyon, Tapestry Collection by Hilton is an upscale hotel a short walk from the station, with refined rooms and suites. Breakfast and Wi-Fi are available, and the chic lounge and bar make a calm spot after a journey. Suites give a family some extra space, and pets are welcome. Rated 8.2 by more than 400 guests, I would choose it for a comfortable, polished stay when the train leaves from Gare de Lyon.
4.0Guest scoreNear the stationHôtel Prince Albert Lyon Bercy
Warm rooms, a restaurant, and pet-friendly comfort near Gare de Lyon
View hotel →Why guests love itHôtel Prince Albert Lyon Bercy is a relaxed three-star near Gare de Lyon, handy for families travelling by TGV. Rooms are comfortable, with flat-screen TVs and free Wi-Fi, and the on-site restaurant saves a search for dinner after a journey. The Bercy area nearby has a large park where children can run around between visits. Pets are accepted, and a lounge gives parents somewhere to sit while the children rest.
3.9Guest scoreNear the station9Hotel Bastille-Lyon
Traditional rooms with free Wi-Fi, an 8-minute walk from the station
View hotel →Why guests love it9Hotel Bastille-Lyon is a traditional three-star an 8-minute walk from Gare de Lyon, close enough for families to walk from the TGV with luggage. Rooms are simply decorated, with air conditioning that helps on summer nights, free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs for a quiet evening in. Pets are accepted. For dinner, the Bastille area nearby has plenty of places to eat. Expect standard Paris room sizes rather than family suites.
3.9Guest scoreNear the stationHôtel Aurore Paris Gare De Lyon
Bright, air-conditioned rooms a short walk from Gare de Lyon
View hotel →Why guests love itHôtel Aurore Paris Gare de Lyon is a down-to-earth hotel a few minutes' walk from the station, with bright, air-conditioned rooms and free Wi-Fi. There is a dining area for breakfast, and both children and pets are welcome. It is simple rather than stylish, which keeps it practical for a family stopover. Rated 7.8 by almost 500 guests, I would book it for a night before an early departure from Gare de Lyon.
3.8Guest scoreNear the stationHôtel Trianon Gare de Lyon - Paris 12
Relaxed hotel with a restaurant and family-friendly amenities
View hotel →Why guests love itA breakfast room under a vaulted ceiling sets the tone at this relaxed hotel near Gare de Lyon, and families get practical help too: kid-friendly amenities, air-conditioned rooms for summer, free Wi-Fi and a restaurant on site. The airport shuttle saves a tricky transfer with luggage and children. Rooms are low-key rather than stylish, so my advice is to treat it as a convenient base for TGV departures and days out in Paris.
Local tips
- 1For the shortest walk to a TGV, Hôtel Mercure Paris Gare de Lyon TGV is described as a minute from the station.
- 2Metro line 14 from Gare de Lyon is driverless and fast, reaching Châtelet and Saint-Lazare in a few stops.
- 3Book a table at Le Train Bleu, the 1901 restaurant above the main hall, if you want a meal before your train.
- 4Appart'City Collection Paris Gare de Lyon has apartments with kitchens and the best guest score on this page.
- 5Hotels named after Gare d'Austerlitz or the Jardin des Plantes are across the Seine, a ten to fifteen minute walk away.
- 6Walk the Coulée verte René-Dumont, an elevated garden on a former railway viaduct, starting a short walk from the station.