Business hours of reception: 24 hours The modern, six storey Hotel des Congrès is located on the left bank of the River Rhône bordering the Tete d'Or Park, in Lyon's business district. Air-conditioned guestrooms feature light blue décor and oak furnishings; all have wireless Internet access, direct-dial telephone, satellite television and mini bar. Exposed beams and dark wood furnishing complement the traditional French dishes on offer in the hotel's restaurant, and our guests can relax with a cocktail in a corner of the hotel's colourful, modern bar while planning the next day's sightseeing online, thanks to wireless Internet access. Complimentary newspapers are available for browsing in the lobby lounge and guests arriving at the hotel by car benefit from access to a secure parking garage. Facilities for business guests include fully equipped conference rooms and banquet facilities. The hotel is close to a number of attractions including the Cité Internationale, an entertainment complex, one kilometre from the hotel which houses a conference hall, cinema halls and the Museum of Contemporary Art. Established in 1772, the Natural History Museum is the region's oldest, while the 140 meters high Crédit Lyonnais Tower is built of coloured bricksm, earning it the nickname "Crayon". Both are 1.5 kilometres from the hotel. The magnificent Opera House and the memorial place Place Louis Pradel with fountains and sculptures are 2.5 kilometres away. Lyon´s St. Exupéry Airport (LYS) is 28 kilometres from the hotel. |