My boyfriend and I stayed at the Globe et Cecil for 3 nights in February 2006. I chose this hotel as it was recommended in an article about mini breaks in France in Eve magazine (UK womens magazine). The cost was 145 Euros per night inclusive of breakfast. The location was excellent - less than a minute's walk to the Place Bellecour and the metro. However, when we checked in, we were somewhat taken aback by the shabbiness (for want of a better word) of the room. It was probably very grand in its heyday but now needs modernisation. However, the rooms were clean and spacious and the staff were charming. We did have 2 problems though: on the 1st night we got back to the hotel after a nice meal to discover the lock on our bedroom had broken & a locksmith had to be called - very farcical! Secondly, the room next to us was being renovated during our stay and there was extremely loud drilling and banging from about 9.00 am onwards. We thought they could have at least waited until after 10.00am (when breakfast ended and guests would reasonably have gone out for the day). It was so noisy the drilling could be heard in Reception - 3 floors below! In summary, a great up-market location and i think that is reflected in the cost of staying at this hotel. It has a certain charm but don't expect a modern hotel.

This was a great hotel for the money. It's right by the main square (Place Bellacour), all the shopping streets, restaurants, etc. Front desk was very helpful, providing maps and info about restaurants. The staff in charge of room service has limited english so what arrives can be a surprise. Overall I'd recommend this place to anyone who enjoys a clean, comfortable room right in the center of everything.

Spent one night in this very friendly hotel in Lyon. The location was excellent, right next to public transport, and easy walking to old town. The front desk was very helpful. They even made our vets apointment for our dog.

The room was small but clean and brightly decorated with a small sprig of fresh flowers. Unlike many other hotels in France, breakfast was included.

Only drawback for the location was that parking in not nearby but we only had to go four or five blocks to a private garage, which they arranged.

Delightful location on the Presqu'ile, close to subway with great walking all around you. Good air-conditioning, fine staff. Included continental breakfast is good, but don't expect much more than what a continental breakfast typically includes. Be careful, however: I booked a triple room and was given a double room for myself/wife and a single room for my 14 year old son. While our room was spacious, bright, and nice, my son's room was more like a cell on an airshaft. So pay attention when selecting your room and rate -- if it's way cheaper than the rest of the rooms, then you're probably getting the cell.