Affordable hotels in city centres tend to be affordable for one of two reasons. Either they are in undesirable areas, or they suffer from small rooms and a lot of stairs. This is the case in most city centre hotel I've stayed in; it's a consequence of the high price of property in desirable areas. Hotel de Theatre fits into... More

The Hotel du Theatre offers great value for money. The room are not smaller than in average French hotels and they are clean and quite charming. Bathroom is up to date, but for some reason there was no shower curtain. No AC in the room (not to be expected either), but a fan that was enough to chill the room... More

First off, Lyon is highly underrated as a destination. I would go again in a second and I would stay at Hotel du Theatre. We had a room on the same floor at the reception and dining area. We were told there might be some noise but we heard none. The view of the square was excellent. I loved waking... More

We had a room that overlooks the theatre and we were very happy with the views. Yes, we had to haul our luggage up four flights of stairs but the reward is that you get nicer views and less noise from the street below. Both the room and the bathroom are small but adequate and functional. There is no A/C... More

The location is great. The room was clean, but sparce. The bed was large, though the matress was well worn. Sheets were clean and in good shape. Our room faced the theatre and it's square. Plenty of good restaurants in easy walking distance. Don't bring heavy luggage....it's a walk-up. Internet was adequate. Would stay here again. Price is very good.

I have stayed in this hotel for a week, travelling to Lyon for business. Following the advice in other reviews I preventively booked a superior Single room and I am very pleased with this choice. The room is huge (it is actually a triple adapted to be a single) with a queen-sized bed. Internet is free and functional in the... More

The Hotel du Theatre is located in the centre of old Lyon between Bellecour and Saint-Jean. Entrance is gained up two flights of stairs from the rear of the building (no lift). This is a little inconvenient but more than made up for by the location and price. The rooms vary in size and view considerably and it is worth... More

Great location in the City Centre near the theatre and main shopping street. Reception upstairs but no lift available (if required). English spoken. Reception staff friendly & helpful. Room was slightly disappointing. Felt dirty but not awful. Shower was powferful but no curtain. Breakfast was an added bonus over a good time period. A refurbishment would make it an amazing... More

Yes, as someone said, the entrance is behind the hotel. Who cares? It's well lite and safe. There is no elevator and there is no help with luggage so be prepared. For this price and the location, I would not complain. I paid just a few more dollars for a Superior room which came with a view of the Theatre.... More