Globe Et Cecil Hôtel

“Nice staff and location, but the room isn't up to snuff....”

I recently stayed at the Globe et Cecil in Lyon (October 2024). While the location was great, the breakfast delicious, and the staff extremely nice, the room itself was not very good. It was very tight and awkwardly designed. For example, if you opened the French windows, one window would be over t… more

I recently stayed at the Globe et Cecil in Lyon (October 2024). While the location was great, the breakfast delicious, and the staff extremely nice, the room itself was not very good. It was very tight and awkwardly designed. For example, if you opened the French windows, one window would be over the bed. To go into the bathroom, one had to really hug the wall otherwise you couldn't pass because the sink stuck out so far. Also, I found it annoying that I had to leave the key at the front desk just like we did back in the 80s. I know, I know...people will say European hotel rooms are notoriously small and maybe even outdated, but this is supposed to be a four-star property. It's an exaggeration as this hotel is two star at best. The property had two saving graces: 1) the staff and 2) the location, which made it easy to walk to many attractions.

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“Very good in center Lyon ”

We had short stay in this very conveniently located hotel in the center of Lyon. Vieux Lyon, rue Mercière and Place Bellecour are all within walking distance. The hotel rooms are small but convenient and clean. There is a bar and restaurant in the hotel. Staff is friendly.

“Cooperative and rooms needs improvement.”

Hotel was rated as 4 star. This is NOT a 4 star hotel. The AC was not working and the rooms weee old and dirty. The shag carpet was gross. That being said, the hotel service and personnel weee great. They were also very accommodating (because our original hotel did not have our reservations d… more

Hotel was rated as 4 star. This is NOT a 4 star hotel. The AC was not working and the rooms weee old and dirty. The shag carpet was gross. That being said, the hotel service and personnel weee great. They were also very accommodating (because our original hotel did not have our reservations due to a disgruntled employee that had since been let go) and the original Al hotel found this hotel at a moments notice. I think this hotel would be great if the rooms and hallways were renovated.

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“Very average - definitely not 4 star”

Good: excellent location. Room has character. Room for improvement: terrible smell from the shower drain, like sewage; this is from stagnant water. Aspects of the room are tired; could do with a refresh. You have to leave your key behind; you’re not allowed to take it with you. The single room was … more

Good: excellent location. Room has character. Room for improvement: terrible smell from the shower drain, like sewage; this is from stagnant water. Aspects of the room are tired; could do with a refresh. You have to leave your key behind; you’re not allowed to take it with you. The single room was so small I couldn’t open my suitcase! Despite being fully paid up, you are expected to pay a 100€ refundable deposit; be ready for this. Air conditioning basically doesn’t work (it’s so ancient). Shower doesn’t have a door or curtain - water goes everywhere, making for an awkward shower.

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