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Just a few minutes from Effet Lodge, Lyon boasts a rich heritage and a unique atmosphere. A city listed as a UNESCO World Heritage SiteWorld Heritage Site, you can discover the city to the rhythm of its emblematic districts: le Vieux Lyon and its secret traboules, the lively quays of the Rhône and Saône rivers, the majestic Fourvière hillor the Presqu’îlethe lively heart of the city. Between cobbled streets, colorful markets, convivial terraces and spectacular viewpoints, each walk reveals a new face of the city. Whether you’re a lover of history, gastronomy or strolling along the river, Lyon is an easy and enjoyable place to visit. From Saint-Cyr-au-Mont-d’Or, you can easily reach the center while enjoying the peace and quiet of your stay near Lyon.
Living in Lyon also means savoring its restaurants. From authentic bouchons lyonnais to modern addresses that revisit local recipes, the city offers generous and sincere cuisine. Close to Effet Lodge, Saint-Cyr-au-Mont-d’Or is also home to a number of fine restaurants offering convivial dining. For special occasions, the emblematic Paul Bocusejust 5 km from the lodge, is a culinary experience not to be missed. Whether you’re looking for traditional cuisine, a seasonal lunch or a refined dinner, we’ll be delighted to share our favorite addresses. Your stay in Lyon becomes a true gastronomic voyage.
Around Lyon, ideas for walks and sporting activities. From Effet Lodge, you can quickly reach the Monts d’Oran ideal playground for hikers, mountain bikers and trail runners. The banks of the Saône offer peaceful strolls, perfect for walking, running or simply enjoying the scenery as far as Île Barbe. For a family nature break, the wooded paths, small villages and panoramic viewpoints offer a whole new way to discover the region. Whether you’re in the mood to work up a sweat or recharge your batteries, the area around Saint-Cyr and Lyon offers a variety of easy-to-access escapades to suit every pace.
Lyon is a city where history and culture meet at every street corner. A must-see is the Musée des Confluences with its contemporary architecture and captivating exhibitions. Visit
Effet Lodge’s guest rooms have been designed as cocoons where you’ll immediately feel at home. Each room has its own universe: Gamboa invites zenitude with its natural materials, Palermo emphasizes warmth and softness, Heidelberg seduces with its absolute calm, Hermosa charms with its light, and Jaipur, the family suite, plunges you into a spacious and colorful atmosphere overlooking the swimming pool. All rooms are equipped with top-of-the-range bedding, a modern bathroom, air conditioning, unlimited Wi-Fi access and a private terrace. Whether you’re a couple, a family or on a business trip, our guest rooms in Lyon combine comfort, privacy and discreet elegance.
Every season, Lyon and the surrounding region take on new colors and must-see events: Fête des Lumières, Nuits de Fourvière, Christmas markets, festivals, exhibitions or hiking in the Monts d’Or. In this section, we share our discoveries, tips and favorites to ensure that your stay is always a lively, local and inspiring experience.
You can use your car, a bike or, ideally, public transport – it’s all very easy from home.
The Les Ormes bus stop, just a few meters away, is the stop for the 20 or 71 to the Gare de Vaise metro station. The D metro line serves Vieux Lyon, Place Bellecour and the entire TCL network. It takes around 15 minutes to get to Vieux Lyon.
For further information: www.tcl.fr
We share the house with our three cats, Pollux, Stuart and Pesto. To preserve their well-being and that of all our guests, we are unfortunately unable to welcome other animals to Effet Lodge. Thank you for your understanding.
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Our pool is heated in the spring as soon as the temperatures become stable between day and night, and until September, depending on the weather.
For insurance reasons, only our guests are allowed to use the swimming pool.
We have 4 private parking spaces, and there are plenty of free spaces on the street right next to the house.
Saint-Cyr-au-Mont-d’Or offers a verdant setting on the outskirts of Lyon, ideal for walks in the Monts d’Or, discovering its picturesque villages, its panoramic views over Lyon and the Saône, and its fine restaurants and wine estates.
Effet Lodge est une maison d’hôtes de charme située à Saint-Cyr-au-Mont-d’Or, à quelques minutes de Lyon. Parking gratuit à proximité. Les espaces ne permettent malheureusement pas l’accueil en PMR.
Effet Lodge is a charming guest house located in Saint-Cyr-au-Mont-d’Or, just a few minutes from Lyon. Free parking nearby. Unfortunately, our facilities are not suitable for disabled guests.