Best Backpacker Hostels in Lyon

Best Backpacker Hostels in Lyon
Travelers visit Lyon for it's history, architecture, culture, and food. It's a beautiful city with plenty of entertainment and cultural events. If you're traveling on a budget, there is no shortage of places to stay that range from party hostels to affordable and charming hotels. Check out these options to find the best fit for you.
How much do hostels in Lyon cost?

You can find our comprehensive analysis of all hostel prices in Lyon here. We've found the average prices of dorms and private rooms, as well as the typical prices of hostels with various amenities, too.

Where are the best budget and backpacker hostels in Lyon?



Private Room from $14.12
Overall Rating: 94%
Rue Professeur Zimmermann 7 Lyon, Lyon
A modern, clean, and large hostel that offers something for everyone.


Dorm Bed from $33.33
Private Room from $36.84
Overall Rating: 86%
21, Rue Alsace Lorraine, Lyon
A fun and social hostel for younger travelers, solo travelers, and couples.


Dorm Bed from $27.97
Overall Rating: 85%
56, Rue Sébastien Gryphe, Lyon
Le Flaneur Guesthouse is a great option for travelers who are on a budget and want an affordable and comfortable place to stay. The hostel is about fifteen minutes from many of the city's top tourist attractions. It's also ten minutes from the Rhone.

The hostel is small, with only 11 rooms, so it has a personal vibe. It has a local feel and if you want to experience an authentic side to Lyon, then this is a great place to stay. There's also a nice common area where you can hang out and meet other guests. The hostel has four, six, ten, twelve and sixteen bed dorms. Female only dorms are available.

The hostel has the standard amenities including a kitchen. Breakfast is served for an additional charge. The hostel is very clean and comfortable, and you should be able to get a good night's sleep here. It's a social atmosphere without being overly loud.


Private Room from $36.85
Overall Rating: 100%
3 Rue Delandine Cours Verdun, Lyon
Hotel Victoria Lyon Perrache Confluence is not a hostel, it's a hotel. It's a pleasant, family run hotel in a convenient central location. If you're looking for a quiet place to stay that is affordable for solo travelers, then this is a good option. The atmosphere is friendly and welcoming, but it has the privacy of a hotel. It's not as social as a hostel, but it is a nice option for independent travelers who want affordability without sacrificing quality.

The staff is wonderful and can help you with any travel information that you may need. They'll go out of their way to answer any questions you may have and you will quickly feel right at home during your time here.

The hotel is also conveniently close to public transportation, so you can really access most parts of the city with minimal effort or expense. If you're traveling alone to Lyon and don't want to stay in a hostel, then this hotel is an excellent option.


Private Room from $38.90
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 100%
37 Cours De Verdun, Lyon
HOTELO is very popular due to the atmosphere, great location, and long list of amenities. It features friendly service. Internet access, air conditioning, and housekeeping are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable. And HOTELO is also child friendly.


Dorm Bed from $24.75
Private Room from $37.66
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 92%
99 rue Baraban, Lyon
This terrific hostel offers friendly service, a bar, a common room, a games room, and board games. The good location and overall vibe also make it very popular. When it's time to eat, it's also nice because there's free breakfast, a cafe, self-catering facilities, and a microwave. Wi-fi, security lockers, luggage storage, 24 hour reception, key card access, internet access, air conditioning, and housekeeping are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable.


Dorm Bed from $22.38
Private Room from $25.94
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 89%
10 Montée Des Carmélites, Lyon
You'll love this hostel because of it's good location and quality amenities. It features friendly service, a bar, and a common room. When it's time to eat, it's also nice because there's a restaurant, self-catering facilities, and a microwave. Wi-fi, laundry facilities, security lockers, 24 hour reception, and air conditioning are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable.


Private Room from $50.35
(Prices vary by season)
Overall Rating: 86%
9 rue Victor Hugo, Lyon
This terrific hotel offers friendly service and cable tv. The good location and overall vibe also make it very popular. Luggage storage and internet access are also on the list to make sure your stay is very comfortable. And Hotel du Dauphin is also child friendly.
Share This Article
More Accommodation Options

Check these out other nearby places to stay.

For more accommodation prices and options, check out our guide covering Lyon hotel prices for your next trip.



Share This Page
Pin This Page
Best Backpacker Hostels in Lyon | Budget Your Trip

Some of the links on this website are sponsored or affiliate links which help to financially support this site. By clicking the link and making a purchase, we may receive a small commission, but this does not affect the price of your purchase.