The Hotel Sofitel Lyon is housed in a modern, nine storey glass fronted block dating from the late 1960s, and situated in the centre of the historic city of Lyon, 100 metres from the Rhone River. The 164 guestrooms are decorated in muted tones and feature modern furnishings, including desks. All are equipped with high speed wireless Internet connections, satellite television with pay movies, direct dial phones, minibars and complimentary bottled water. Bathrooms include bidets, robes and designer toiletries.

The Restaurant Les Trois Domes, located on the top floor, affords panoramic views and serves modern French cooking, while Le Sofi Shop is a traditional French brasserie. The hotel houses a newsstand and gift shop, and also boasts its own hair salon. Staff at the 24-hour front desk can look after valuables in the safe deposit box and exchange currency, and the concierge is on hand to offer advice on local sights and attractions. Air conditioned public areas are equipped with high speed wireless Internet access, and complimentary newspapers are available in the lobby. A range of office services are available in the business centre, and the hotel houses nine meeting rooms that are fitted with audio visual equipment and offer a total capacity of 400 people. Guests arriving by car will find secure garage parking onsite, and valet parking services are also available (surcharge). The Museum of decorative Arts is 200 metres from the hotel and Place Bellecour, the city's grand central square, is 500 metres away. Lyon Saint Exupery Airport is 30 kilometres from the hotel, with an approximate driving time of 30 minutes.

Based on information provided by ian.com.