Massif Central

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Massif Central
Maison Mantin showing a city
Terreaux Square showing a statue or sculpture, a square or plaza and a fountain
Vichy featuring a city
Massif Central

Where to stay in Massif Central

Lyon showing a city, a statue or sculpture and a river or creek

Old Lyon

Take time in Old Lyon to visit attractions like Lyon Cathedral and Palais de Justice de Lyon. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Vieux Lyon Station to see more of the city.

Old Lyon
La Presqu\'ile which includes cycling as well as a large group of people

La Presqu'île

La Presqu'île is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Place Carnot and Bellecour Square. See more of Lyon by jumping on the metro at Ampere-Victor Hugo Station or Bellecour Station.

La Presqu'île
Confluence Museum

2nd Arrondissement

Travelers love 2nd Arrondissement for its popular shops, and you can see more of Lyon by jumping on the metro at Place des Archives or Sainte-Blandine Tram Stop. You might spend time checking out top sights like Place Carnot and Lyon Confluence Shopping Center.

2nd Arrondissement
7th Arrondissement

7th Arrondissement

7th Arrondissement is well-liked for its cafes and theaters. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Halle Tony Garnier and Matmut Stadium are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Debourg Station or Place Jean Jaures Station to get around.

7th Arrondissement
Jardin Lecoq featuring bird life, a park and a river or creek

Clermont Ferrand City Centre

You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Clermont Ferrand City Centre. You might want to make time for a stop at Clermont-Ferrand Cathedral or Place de Jaude.

Clermont Ferrand City Centre
Bellecour Square showing a statue or sculpture, a bridge and a river or creek

Bellecour - Hôtel Dieu

While you're in Bellecour - Hôtel Dieu, take in top sights like Bellecour Square and jump on the metro at Bellecour Station to see more of the city.

Bellecour - Hôtel Dieu
Kyriad Clermont Ferrand Nord - Riom
Kyriad Clermont Ferrand Nord - Riom
3 out of 5
6, rue Louis Armstrong, Sortie 13 sur A.71, Riom, Puy-de-Dome
The price is P3,878 per night from 16 Feb to 17 Feb
P3,878
P4,386 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 16 - Feb 17
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Riom. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (824 reviews)
A good overnight stay
"A good clean place for an overnight stay but note that the restaurant is closed at the weekend. Breakfast was good"

Reviewed on Oct 23, 2024

Kyriad Clermont Ferrand Nord - Riom
Kyriad Prestige Clermont-Ferrand
Kyriad Prestige Clermont-Ferrand
4 out of 5
25 Avenue De La Liberation, Clermont-Ferrand, Puy-de-Dome
The price is P4,314 per night from 16 Feb to 17 Feb
P4,314
P4,985 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 16 - Feb 17
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Clermont-Ferrand. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Pierre de Coubertin Nautical ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (123 reviews)
"Easy parking during my stopover in Clermont-Ferrand. I didn't see many staff but they came to my room to help with TV. Breakfat was good."

Reviewed on Jan 10, 2025

Kyriad Prestige Clermont-Ferrand
ibis Styles Clermont Ferrand Le Brezet Aeroport
ibis Styles Clermont Ferrand Le Brezet Aeroport
3 out of 5
30 Rue Georges Besse, Clermont-Ferrand, Puy-de-Dome
The price is P4,905 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
P4,905
P5,575 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 1 - Mar 2
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Clermont-Ferrand. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Popular attractions Roger Quilliot Art Museum ...
7.6/10 Good! (407 reviews)
"I had a package sent to me here and told them before hand, but they locked it in an office and I had to wait for the manager to arrive at 14:00. That was 6 hours of waiting! On a Sunday after 3 weeks of traveling."

Reviewed on Mar 3, 2024

ibis Styles Clermont Ferrand Le Brezet Aeroport
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Comfort Aparthotel Saint-Etienne
Comfort Aparthotel Saint-Etienne
3 out of 5
15 Rue Gambetta, Saint-Etienne, Loire
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly residence in Saint-Etienne. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and dry cleaning or laundry services. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (325 reviews)
"This was a fantastic set up with tram routes, supermarkets and play parks all within a 15 minute walk or less. The staff were kind and helpful, the facilities were all clean and in perfect condition. Great value!"

Reviewed on Aug 24, 2024

Comfort Aparthotel Saint-Etienne
ResidHotel Saint Etienne Centre
ResidHotel Saint Etienne Centre
2 out of 5
5 rue Louis Braille, Saint-Etienne, Loire
Stay at this aparthotel in Saint-Etienne. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Musée d’Art Moderne and Cathedral ...
7.8/10 Good! (489 reviews)
"Large, clean room with a comfortable bed and good pillows. Impeccable cleanliness. Kind and helpful staff. Great breakfast! And Close to all tram stops"

Reviewed on Sep 7, 2024

ResidHotel Saint Etienne Centre
Appart'City Classic Limoges
Appart'City Classic Limoges
3 out of 5
3 Rue Chaudron, Limoges, Haute-Vienne
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly aparthotel in Limoges. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Jardin de l'Eveche ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (89 reviews)
"We only stayed one night. Very helpful and friendly staff. Comfortable and quiet. A self-service laundry is available on the ground floor. We were surprised to find that the machines (one washer, one dryer) were controlled by a smartphone app. It actually worked quite well, notifying us when the ..."

Reviewed on Oct 21, 2024

Appart'City Classic Limoges
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Popular places to visit

Super-Besse

Super-Besse

Hit the slopes in Besse-et-Saint-Anastaise with a visit to Super-Besse. Wander the parks or discover the area's mountain views.

Super-Besse
Bellecour Square showing heritage architecture and a square or plaza

Bellecour Square

Relax at a café in one of Europe’s largest open squares and enjoy the French ambiance generated by street performers and live music.

Bellecour Square
Terreaux Square which includes a square or plaza, an administrative buidling and heritage architecture

Hôtel de Ville de Lyon

The symbol of Lyon and the seat of its government is a stunning 17th-century building with a history of swamps, fires and revolutions.

Hôtel de Ville de Lyon
Terreaux Square showing a statue or sculpture, a square or plaza and a fountain

Place des Terreaux

Life unfolds in this beautiful and busy central square, home to a superb fountain sculpted by Statue of Liberty designer, Frédéric-Auguste Bartholdi.

Place des Terreaux
Musée des Confluences

Musée des Confluences

You can browse the exhibits at Musée des Confluences, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Lyon. Visit the area's shops or amble around its riverfront.

Musée des Confluences
Lyon Opera which includes outdoor art

Lyon National Opera

Watch a performance or tour the interior of this unusual opera house, which dramatically combines traditional and modern architectural styles.

Lyon National Opera