Where to Stay in Lyon
Best WiFi, coworking spaces, and long-stay neighborhoods
Our pick for digital nomads
Stay in Part-Dieu
Features modern amenities, good transport links, and several coworking spaces, balancing convenience with access to city life.
Best Neighborhoods for Digital Nomads
Ranked by relevance for digital nomads visiting Lyon
Croix-Rousse
BudgetA bohemian and artistic neighborhood known for its former silk workers (Canuts) and vibrant local life.
- +Authentic Lyonnais atmosphere
- +Excellent market (Marché de la Croix-Rousse)
- +More affordable dining and accommodation options
- -Hilly terrain can be tiring
- -Further from some major tourist sights
Part-Dieu
Mid-rangeLyon's modern business and transport hub, featuring a large shopping mall and contemporary architecture.
- +Excellent transport connections (TGV station, airport shuttle)
- +Wide range of shopping and dining
- +Modern hotel options
- -Lacks the historic charm of other areas
- -Can feel sterile and business-oriented
Vieux Lyon
Mid-rangeA charming, historic district with cobblestone streets and Renaissance architecture.
- +Incredibly picturesque and atmospheric
- +Abundant traditional bouchons (restaurants)
- +Rich historical significance
- -Can be very crowded with tourists
- -Limited modern amenities
Presqu'île
LuxuryThe vibrant heart of Lyon, a commercial and cultural hub with elegant squares and shopping streets.
- +Central location with excellent transport links
- +Wide variety of restaurants, bars, and shops
- +Beautifully maintained public spaces
- -Can be noisy and busy
- -Fewer residential, local-feeling spots
WiFi & Remote Work in Lyon
Quality
Good
Avg Speed
30-60 Mbps download in cafes
Free WiFi
Many cafes, restaurants, public squares (often requires registration), Lyon WiFi network.
Coworking
La Cordée (€15-€25/day), Le Vecteur (€20/day), Hub6 (€18/day).
Daily Budget (Budget)
EUR 80/day
2 areas to be cautious about
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