Love love love this place for so many reasons…read more You know how when looking at the website of a place and they have all these beautiful photos of their space? Then you get there and it's a dump? You see the essence of the place in the photos, but the reality isn't as ideal. Slo Living Hostel is different. Their photos don't deceive. Their space is beautiful. Other positives: The place is really clean. The rooms are secure. Nothing's falling a part. They have a decent breakfast comparable to other hostels around Lyon and Europe. They have secure WiFi which is really important. They have a beautiful courtyard to gather with others or in which to enjoy a meal. Guest rooms look out over this space. The only negatives is that this hostel isn't located in a neighborhood bustling with a plethora of great restaurants, cafes, shops, and museums. If you're up for the walk, you can get to these places. Or just grab an Uber or take the subway. Slo Living is close to le Rhône which is scenic from either bank and a nice walk over le Rhône to Rue des Marronniers where you can find lots of good, traditional restaurants reasonably priced. Also, during the summer months when it's imperative to keep the windows open, if you're sharing the hostel with one or more smokers then their cigarette smoke will waft into the guest rooms which can be unpleasant especially if you're sensitive to it because of asthma or rhinitis. It doesn't sound like they will change this policy any time soon which is too bad.

What a great hostel so friendly and helpful staff with immaculate rooms!!!…read more Would highly recommend..

This hostel is super clean, cute, and modern with a hipster kinda vibe (pale wood themed, white…read moreaccents). Dorm beds each have a personal lamp, outlet, mini-shelf, four hooks for hanging clothing and even a little mirror! The dorm rooms also have a few small bean bag style chairs so you can sit next to someone's bunk and chat. And there are luggage lockers for each bed, of course. Despite it being a hostel, I felt really comfortable and at ease chilling and had an easy time sleeping at night. I wouldn't mind staying here for an extended period of time (I only stayed two nights) and they seem to have events (e.g. cocktail bar) every night but Sun/Mon. The bunks are constructed such that there is a sense of privacy (no curtains, but the wood strips by the pillow area and ladder by the feet cover your bunk somewhat). Shared floor bathrooms are nice and spacious with very private stalls (floor to ceiling) and showers with an all-purpose wash dispenser provided. The lounge area has some bean bags, bookshelves, and a desktop computer, and is connected to the coffeeshop, which is connected to the guest kitchen (there is also a foosball table by the kitchen). They play pretty good music in the coffeeshop/lounge area so it's nice to chill there in the evening before sleeping.

I stayed at the hostel but was pleasantly surprised by how good the food was at the coffee shop. I…read morehad one of their lunch specials (chicken curry) and it was the perfect portion and was delicious. You MUST try their chocolate chip cookies! I regret not eating more of it. The cappuccinos were also fantastic and cakes of the day were also very tasty!

This review is written based on being a 3 star hotel. If you are expecting luxury, this is not it…read more The wonderful things about this hotel is that it is close to the tram line in Rue de l'Université and next to a discount supermarket Lidl, which are in walking distance. The hotel staff is amazing. The rooms are very clean and they have a small kitchenette in each room. If you are in Lyon, there are so many wonderful farmers markets and gourmet stores that you can cook an excellent breakfast or lunch. The kitchenette has dishes, pots, pans, glasses and silverware to make easy small meals. The bed was extremely comfortable and they had extra pillows that were very comfortable. They also supply umbrellas in the lobby for your stay! I really loved that because it rained a few mornings in Lyon. It made life easy without having to go to the store to buy one. The four star rating is for cleanliness, staff and the essential amenities that you need if you are seeking a low key hotel.

We had a great experience with that hotel the staff was really helpful, the beds comfortable and…read morethe sheets clean. Got a big room with a small kitchen to cook our own stuff when we didn't feel like going out. it's just a 15 minute walk from the center of Lyon but you can also take public transportation. Great city, great hotel for a great deal what else can I say