Carlton, 4-star hotel in La Presqu'île, Lyon, France
Carlton is a 4-star hotel in Lyon's financial district with 80 rooms housed in a stone building from the late 1800s. The rooms combine Neo-Classical architecture with modern comfort, including blue marble floors and wooden details throughout.
The building was constructed in 1894 during urban renewal based on Haussmann's plans for the city. It became a hotel in 1925 when a grand staircase and stained-glass windows were added.
The hotel reflects the design tastes of the 1920s through classical decoration and rich wall coverings that show the architectural style of Lyon's financial district. The elegant interior with marble and wooden details reveals how people valued craftsmanship and luxury in that era.
The hotel is 500 meters from Place Bellecour and near Cordeliers Metro Station, making it easy to reach major attractions. It offers complimentary WiFi, air conditioning, and round-the-clock reception service to guests.
The hotel houses an original Roux-Combaluzier elevator, a well-known French manufacturer from the early 1900s. A signature cocktail called Carlton Red is also served at the sophisticated bar.
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