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1 bedroom1+ bathroomSleeps 430 sq m

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Barbecue grill

Washer

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Air conditioning

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Lyon, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

Place des Terreaux4 min walk
Hôtel de Ville de Lyon6 min walk
Bellecour Square11 min walk
Lyon (LYS-Saint-Exupery)33 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

This apartment is 'five star' in fittings and finishing touches. It was spotlessly clean. It is exactly as shown in th...

Greg M.

Oct 10, 2015

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed, 1 Double Futon and 1 Crib

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Balcony

Dining Area

About this property

Center of Lyon, unique loft with terrace and 360 ° view

In the heart of Lyon, in the 1st arrondissement, this house perched on the roof of a building of the 17th century will seduce you for its calm, its exceptional 360 ° view and its small garden terrace suspended.

With its 7 windows, you can admire the different neighborhoods of the city, including Fourvière which lights up in the evening. A dream place to admire the city taking a little height!

Completely renovated by an architect and decorated by us, this apartment offers quality services (classified 3 *)
- 1 dining room with 4 seats
- 1 living area with convertible
- 1 fully equipped American kitchen: Nespresso coffee maker, ceramic hob, microwave, fridge, freezer and dishwasher
- 1 shower room (with separate WC)
- 1 bedroom with 1 double bed (cot on request)
- 1 dressing room
- Multimedia equipment: TV with more than 300 channels, hi-fi, high speed internet access

Carefully decorated in sober colors, this apartment will offer you a relaxing break.

For your convenience, linen is also provided.

Property manager

Julie Claret

Languages

English, French

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Washer

Microwave

Living/dining area

House Rules

Check in after 6:00 PM

Check out before 10:30 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

Property Registration Number 6938112369158

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Lyon

Located in Lyon, this apartment is in the city centre. France Aventures Lyon and Lyon-Chassieu Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Quai Tilsit Vaporetto Stop and Quai de Bondy Vaporetto Stop. Travelling with kids? Consider Botanical Garden of Lyon and Musée des Confluences. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours.

Lyon, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

What's nearby

Place des Terreaux - 4 min walk
Hôtel de Ville de Lyon - 6 min walk
Bellecour Square - 11 min walk
Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière - 18 min walk
Tête d'Or Park - 5 min drive

Getting around

Lyon Saint Paul Station - 6 min walk
Hotel de Ville - Louis Pradel Station - 7 min walk
Lyon (LYS-Saint-Exupery) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

‪Diploid - ‬2 min walk
‪Broc'Bar - ‬2 min walk
‪Butcher - ‬2 min walk
‪Café des Fédérations - ‬3 min walk
‪Café Chenavard - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Center of Lyon, unique loft with terrace and 360 ° view pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Center of Lyon, unique loft with terrace and 360 ° view?

Check-in begins at 6:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Center of Lyon, unique loft with terrace and 360 ° view?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Center of Lyon, unique loft with terrace and 360 ° view located?

Located in the centre of Lyon, this family-friendly apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Historic Site of Lyon and Hôtel de Ville de Lyon. Bellecour Square is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) away. Hotel de Ville - Louis Pradel Station is 7 minutes by foot and Cordeliers Bourse Station is 7 minutes.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

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This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Greg M.

10 Oct 2015

Superb apartment in a great location

This apartment is 'five star' in fittings and finishing touches. It was spotlessly clean. It is exactly as shown in the photos. As mentioned by previous reviews, there are 150 stairs to climb, worth every one when you see the apartment! Julie and Mickael were brilliant to deal with in both the lead up to the stay and whilst there. Mickael offered to carry cases, and spent time with maps pointing out the areas to see. The apartment location is excellent, central to absolutely everywhere. In our 6 weeks in France, Lyon was a highlight in no small part due to this wonderful apartment. The rooftop location of the apartment is absolutely unique, the views are wonderful (and Mickael told us about a planned rooftop terrace - that would make it even more desirable!). Our expectations for this apartment were high, but were surpassed by it. We WILL be staying here again. 100% recommended.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kate B.

27 July 2014

Perfect Apartment

This apartment certainly lives up to the photos. For three people (myself, husband and and my mother - yes cosy) the place is adequate in size, with both beds allowing for the best views, especially at night. The apartment is very well positioned, very clean and the self contained aspect was very well thought out by the owners. Michael was lovely and had our 3 suitcases and backpacks up the stairs and in the apartment by the time we had got back from lunch. That was a very nice surprise! Michael was unobtrusive but also very helpful in recommending places to eat, shop etc. as well as organising taxis. Loved Lyon and definitely recommend Les Toits de Lyon.

10/10 Excellent

Shawn J., Vancouver Island, British Columbia Canada

19 Oct 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely little apartment that looks out over the skyline of Lyon.

This lovely little apartment was exactly as advertised. It's in the perfect location, has everything you might need, is functional and comfortable, and has a brilliant view out over the rooftops of Lyon from every window. A little balcony quickly became our favorite place to sit with coffee in the morning and a glass of wine at night. Best of all, the hosts, Michael and Julia, were attentive, responded immediately to any questions we had, were incredible helpful with tips and information about Lyon and the wine regions around and were super flexible with timing of our check in and checking out. Michael even carried our bags up to the apartment on our arrival (because yes, it is 5 flights so if you're mobility challenged this might not be the best choice). We actually didn't mind the stairs as we felt the exercise was good for us. The day we left we realized we didn't have any cash left for bus fare and Michael gave us two bus tickets to use. They were both absolutely brilliant and I highly recommend this apartment. We would definitely stay again. Thanks again Michael & Julia!

Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert B., Olympia

30 Sept 2022

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First Class Hosts

Julie and Michael are two of the nicest, most responsive hosts we have had the pleasure to meet from our VRBO experiences. The cozy rooftop apartment has a charm which is unique. The view of La Basilique Notre Dame de Fourvière is fabulous, especially at night when lit up. There are 135+ stairs required to reach the apartment. If you are not capable of negotiating the climb I would recommend another property. However, we are retired, on the older side of 60, and find the rewards from staying in this apartment worth the climb.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jayson P.

15 July 2022

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beautiful apartment!

Beautiful apartment in a perfect location with fantastic hosts. We’re so happy we chose it for our accommodations in Lyon

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jacques R.

21 Nov 2021

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Accueil chaleureux, d'excellents conseils...

Accueil chaleureux, d'excellents conseils... et un séjour superbe dans ce jolie nid haut perché. Pour dire, nous envisageons mėme de quitter un jour Paris pour nous installer à Lyon.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robin P., Portland

20 Sept 2021

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MAGNIFIQUE!!!

Our stay at les Toits de Lyon was magical. Michael and Julie were wonderful hosts and always eager to help with any questions we had. Michael even helped carry our luggage up the 5 flights of stairs…not an easy task… The place was impeccably clean and fully equipped with all the things needed for a stay away from home. The windows provided great cross ventilation air…but more importantly the views from the windows were breathtaking and will be embedded in our memories forever. Michael and Julie, thank you for making our 39th anniversary the best ever! We will return to Lyon again and hopefully Les Toits de Lyon will be available!!!! Thank you again for your hospitality and wonderful Vrbo, Robin and Rick

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Magdalene K.

19 Aug 2019

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klein, aber sehr gut!

funktional und ansprechend

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Andreas K., Berlin; Deutschland

26 July 2019

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Ideal für einen Städtetrip

Lage, Ausstattung und Preis/Leistung sind sehr gut. Sehr nette und korrekte Vermieter! Vielen Dank für ein paar schöne Tage

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Robert B., Olympia

31 May 2019

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Room toith a view

Julie and Michael are simply the best hosts we have ever had. Their rooftop apartment is a very special place to stay while visiting Lyon. It takes a bit of work and caution climbing the stairs to the top floor but it is well worth the effort. Every amenity one might need is provided for. The apartment is nicely appointed and the workmanship in the unit is top notch. Both Julie and Michael greeted us and shared tips and very useful information about Lyon. They briefed us on the apartment and gave recommendations on activities, restaurants, walks, and transportation. They graciously answered any questions we had and assured us they would be of assistance should we need anything during our stay. The view from the apartment is wonderful. From the living room one sees the Basilica perched on the hill above. From the small porch two people can sip a glass of wine and catch a breeze while perched above the rooftops. It is quiet at night and private during the day. We absolutely loved our stay in Lyon. Lyon is a great walking city. The apartment is conveniently located near metro Line A, (500m), and many sights are easily reached on foot. There is a grocery store only two hundred feet away on the corner. A pharmacy is located nearby as are several cafes and restaurants. We enthusiastically recommend this apartment for short, or long-term visits to Lyon. Thank you, Julie and Michael, for everything you do.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Dawn M.

30 Apr 2019

A wonderful apartment and hosts

Fantastic location, incredible views, spotless accommodations, thoughtful hosts. The apartment is very well equipped.

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Aaron M., Portland

25 Mar 2019

Beautiful, friendly, and perfectly located

This apartment was beautifully renovated in the last few years with many subtle architectural details. Julie and Michael were fantastically helpful and friendly hosts. The apartment's rooftop location provides 270-degree views of the city.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

DANZIO C.

5 Feb 2019

Fantastique

Rien ne manque et très propre. Super accueil, idéalement placé pour visiter la ville, On reviendra c’est sûr. Et ne pas oublier c’est très calme et une vue imprenable. Bravo

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Guillaume M.

17 Sept 2018

Great loft in the heart of Lyon

The loft was amazing as advertised! It had everything we needed. It was a perfect starting point to go out and explore Lyon. We were easily within walking distance of all main attractions within the city, as well as fabulous restaurants. We were able to walk over to each sides of the Rhône and Saône, as well as to explore the Croix-Rousse. Julie and Michael were perfect hosts. The loft is located on the fifth floor of the building and they live on the second floor. Michael went out of his way to help us with luggage and to accomodate our transportation schedule. They were able to let us have the loft earlier than the normal checkin (as it was unoccupied the previous night), which made a world of difference when coming off a trans-atlantic flight. The loft is very bright and has great big windows that provide a lot of cool air when it gets hot outside (it was 28 degrees). I have no negative comments. The loft is really best suited for a couple.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

David W., Toronto, Ontario, Canada

16 Aug 2017

In the heart of a beautiful, historic city.

The owner couple, who live in the building are wonderful. They help make your stay memorable. The apartment is small but comfortable. The location is excellent. The only challenge is a 4 floor walk up. We stayed 5 nights and had a fabulous time.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Karin Strand N., Västerås

14 May 2017

Great apartment on roof tops

Me and my husband stayed 7 nights in this lovely apartment on 5th floor in the heart of Lyon. Everything about the apartment was exactly as cosy and nice as presented on the web site! The hosts, Michael and Julie, were very friendly and helpful with everything. When we arrived Michael helped out with recommendations about things to do and see in Lyon. The apartment was so cosy and had amazing 360 views over the roof tops and chimneys. We were lucky with good weather so we could use the little balcony several evenings and sit there with sun in our eyes. We had good exercise in climbing the stairs up to the apartment every day! Close to the apartment we found bars, restaurants, bicycle rentals and a superb little supermarket where we found everything we needed during the stay. Also a bakery (bien sur) where we bought our bread for breakfast. The apartment was perfectly located so we didn´t have to go by bus or metro much, we like walking and it was close to everything. The old town was just a 5 minute walk away. We went by bike around the city one day and we can recommend that. Also a wine tasting tour in the Rhone valley gave us lasting memories. Best regards from Karin and Kent from Vasteras, Sweden.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine B.

23 Aug 2016

Un endroit à découvrir

Ce fût une très belle découverte que ce petit studio du 1er arrondissement, très propre et très lumineux. La vue sur les toits de Lyon ainsi que sur la Basilique de Fourvière est magnifique. C'est un endroit où il fait bon vivre et il y a tout pour se faire des bons repas en plus il y a une épicerie à 2 minutes à pied. Que dire aussi de l'accueil des hôtes Julie et Michael ils sont tout à fait charmant et toujours prêt à nous rendre service et à nous donner des informations sur leur ville. Nous avons aussi apprécier la tranquilité de cet studio. Confortable sont le lit et le canapé-lit. Nous avons été 4 nuits et nous le recommandons sans aucune hésitation même s'il n'y a pas d'ascenseur çà vaut la peine de découvrir ce petit bijou car tout peut se faire à pied. Merci encore Julie et Michael pour tous ces bons moments à Lyon.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine B.

3 July 2016

Les toits de Lyon - Une très belle découverte

Ce petit studio est tout a fait une petite merveille pour découvrir les toits de Lyon et que dire de la vue sur la basilique de Fourvières. Très propre et très lumineux. Nous avons aussi apprécié le calme de ce studio et il y a tout ce qu'il faut pour préparer des bons repas. Les hôtes Julie et Michael sont très accueillants et toujours prêts à nous rendre service et à nous donner des informations sur leur ville. Même sans ascenseur çà en vaut vraiment la peine. Bon rapport qualité-prix. Je le recommande à tous mes amis Québécois Nous garderons un très bon souvenir des Toits de Lyon.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Marianne Borge S.

30 Mar 2016

A great apartment on the rooftops of the old town.

A wonderful host who certainly wish all the best for their guests. Great information by mail in advance and a super informative welcome. Yes, there are many stairs up to the apartment, but when you get up, you have a nice view. The apartment has all the equipment needed, clean and located in the heart of Lyon. Can definitely recommend the apartment hosts and location. As a plus from the host becomes baggage transported up and down the stairs. It was also ordered taxi departure day. Want to thank you for wonderful days in Lyon !! Marianne and Rune from Norway

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Christian B.

5 Oct 2015

A View Worthy of the Climb

Les Troits de Lyon, meaning the “rooftops of Lyon” is an apt name for this apartment. Located on the 6th floor of a historic building on Rue Lanterne, the views of the neighborhood and city were magical. The owners, Michael and Julie, did an amazing renovation of this space, transforming it into an apartment with old world charm with all the modern amenities and conveniences. The beamed high ceilings made the space feel large and the seven windows provided a panoramic view and cool cross breezes in the evening. Everything was very high quality and the space was very relaxing and inviting. The apartment was very clean and well cared for and this contributed greatly to the quality of our experience. We enjoyed pulling a couple of chairs up to the window at night to sip some wine while soaking in the view of the illuminated St. Jean Bascillica perched on the hilltop across the Saone. Our only recommendation would be to add more storage space for unpacking, as there was essentially none-perhaps shelving in the bedroom or reorganizing the closet space could accomplish this. There is a washer but no drier but if you set up the drying rack and open all the windows, the clothes will dry rapidly. The neighborhood has some nice restaurants and pleasant cafes and is just a few steps away from the Saone and a few more to the Rhone rivers. The monoprix supermarket is just up the street which makes for a convenient place to shop. The street is of course old and has its charm but also its sketchy spots (x-rated shop) and is dark. Lyon had some very interesting sites and was a great launching pad to the Beaujolais region and the Alps. We were, however, disappointed in the rampant graffiti, the desecration of Roman ruins and historical buildings. It was also dirtier than other cities we had visited in France. We found the people in Lyon to be much more friendly than some other parts of the country and also more laid back. Michael and Julie live in the building and were very accommodating. Michael carried my wife’s suitcase up the never ending staircase upon arrival and spent nearly 45 minutes with us reviewing the apartment necessities and showing us points of interest on the map. They clearly take pride in their restoration and have maintained it extremely well. I would highly recommend this lovely apartment to anyone planning to visit Lyon.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sonia G.

4 Feb 2015

Le paradis au coeur de Lyon

C'est un séjour inoubliable que nous avons passé au coeur de Lyon, perchés sur les toits avec une vue à couper le souffle sur Notre Dame de Fourvière, Les "toits de Lyon", c'est un lieu magique, un merveilleux nid calme et douillet dans lequel on se sent tout de suite si bien qu'on n'a qu'une envie : y revenir très vite! Il est né de l'idée de génie de Julie et Mickaël, leurs propriétaires si accueillants, charmants.Nous les remercions encore pour leur grande gentillesse et toutes leurs précieuses informations pour optimiser notre découverte de la ville, sans oublier leurs délicieuses adresses gourmandes!! Enfin, nous avons adoré la délicieuse confiture "maison " de Julie qui a si agréablement accompagné notre petit déjeuner, une très délicate attention!...Un immense merci encore à tous les deux. A très bientôt aux "toits de lyon"! Sonia et Dominique

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Laura C.

31 Oct 2014

Beautiful Apartment

We stayed at this apartment for 4 night on a recent trip to France. As mentioned there are a lot of stairs up, but Michael carried our bags for us and the view was worth the climb. The apartment was well equipped and Michael and Julie checked on us during our stay to provide anything we were missing. We also go great local restaurant recommendations. I highly recommend this for your stay if you are well enough to do the stairs. The view, service and cleanliness of the apartment can't be beat!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

3 Oct 2014

Perfect location, great hosts

The apartment is cute, freshly renovated and has everything you need (including wifi that works, a real shower - not a bathtub - and air conditioning for those sweltering summer nights). It's very true to the photos. You really couldn't ask for a better location when visiting Lyon - you're a short walk from all the top tourist sites, and well served by many bus lines, plus the area is young and vibrant, and really feels like a neighborhood (vs. a tourist area). Yes, it's up some stairs, but they really aren't that bad, except when hauling overstuffed luggage, which our host Michael very kindly helped us with (both lugging it up AND back down)! One small caution - the apartment is rather petit. Fine for two, but I personally think I'd go mad with four people in there. Luckily it is also very fairly priced for two.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Maryse P.

11 July 2014

Appartement de rêve dans Lyon!!!!

L'emplacement de cet appartement est parfait, en plein cœur de Lyon. La location est toute équipée et très propre. Les propriétaires sont extrêmement gentils et nous font découvrir leur ville avec plaisir. Le décor et la vue sont incroyables et valent le détour. Je vous recommande fortement cette location pour sa beauté et ses commodités.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Maryse P.

27 June 2014

Parfait appartement à Lyon

Nous avons adoré votre appartement parfaitement équipé et très propre. Celui-ci était bien situé et avait une vue à couper le souffle. Les propriétaires sont sympathiques et très accommodants. Je le recommanderais à tous.