Lyon, France

Lyon is the third largest city in France, and a World Heritage Site. It has a population somewhere around 480,000. It not only has plenty of historical places and monuments, but also a great nightlife. This is a real working city. In the past it was renowned for its production weaving of silk. Nowadays it is know be the capital of gastronomy.

We would recommend at least a couple of nights in Lyon for a weekend break at least. Or as we did, use Lyon as a base for exploring the surrounding areas of France and stay a little longer. The people are friendly, and the food is great. And if you like shopping... you’ll be there a while.
And if you like heat but not to burn, then you’ll like Lyon, with its average maximum temperature of around 27 Celsius (80.5 Farenheit). Even in winter this is a great break from the misery of cold and rain in the UK.
Many of hotels of Lyon we’ve been in or seen have been Baroque in style, and their elegance gives you a feeling of importance.
If you're feeling the urge to get away to something cosy with the amenities you'd expect at home, then this is a great place to try. Check it out on www.TheHotelClub.co.uk.