ACCOMMODATION
Lyon offers a wide range of accommodation options to suit all budgets, from international hotel chains and boutique hotels to serviced apartments, hostels, and student residences.
A large number of hotels are located within walking distance of the Lyon Convention Centre at the Cité Internationale, while many additional options can be reached within a few minutes by public transport from the city centre and surrounding districts.
To facilitate participants' stay, the conference organizers are working with selected hotels to secure room blocks and preferential rates for conference attendees. Information on partner hotels, booking procedures, and negotiated rates will be included in the registration process.
DISTRICTS IN LYON
► Cité Internationale / Conference Venue Area. The Lyon Convention Centre is located within the Cité Internationale, a modern district situated between the Rhône River and the Parc de la Tête d’Or.
Several hotels are located within a few minutes’ walk of the conference venue, making this area the most convenient choice for attendees wishing to maximize their time at the conference.
Ideal for participants seeking maximum convenience and immediate access to the conference venue.
► Presqu’île / Historic City Centre. Located between the Rhône and Saône rivers, the Presqu’île is the vibrant heart of Lyon. It offers a wide range of hotels, restaurants, cafés, shops, and cultural attractions, all within walking distance. The conference venue can be reached in approximately 15-20 minutes by public transport.
Ideal for participants wishing to combine the conference with the experience of Lyon’s urban life, gastronomy, and cultural heritage.
► Part-Dieu District. Part-Dieu is Lyon’s main business district and transportation hub. It hosts numerous hotels across a broad range of price categories and offers direct connections to Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport and the French high-speed rail network.
The conference venue is easily accessible by public transport in approximately 15-20 minutes.
Ideal for participants arriving by train or air and looking for convenient transport connections.
► Vieux Lyon and Fourvière. The UNESCO-listed historic centre of Lyon offers a unique atmosphere with Renaissance architecture, narrow streets, traditional restaurants, and panoramic views over the city.
Although slightly farther from the conference venue, the area remains easily accessible by public transport.
Ideal for participants wishing to experience the historical and cultural character of Lyon.