The Novotel Gare de Lyon is a modern, seven storey hotel situated right by Gare de Lyon railway station in the centre of Paris, just one kilometre from the Bastille and Opera House and two kilometres from the Louvre Museum.

The 253 air conditioned guestrooms, located on seven floors, feature light, modern decor and include satellite television with pay movies, wireless Internet access, minibars, tea and coffee making facilities, safes and hair dryers.

The hotel's Cote Jardin restaurant serves French dishes, and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The hotel also offers an indoor heated swimming pool, a cafΘ, a bar, and an indoor playground. There is wireless Internet access available throughout the hotel (surcharge), and staff at the front desk can provide concierge services. There are also six meeting rooms for up to 100, and indoor parking for guests arriving by car (surcharge).

Nearby attractions include the modern Opera de Bastille, one kilometre away, and the historic Marais Quarter with its medieval alleys and galleries.

Paris Orly Airport is 25 kilometres (15.5 miles) from the hotel, an approximate driving time of 20 minutes.