Experience the character of Lyon for your next corporate event — venues matched to your brief, at no cost
Lyon is a city built for business, with culture woven through everything it does. As one of France’s leading economic hubs, it offers an impressive range of venues for corporate events — from contemporary conference centres and high-quality hotels to characterful historic buildings set within the city’s UNESCO-listed old town.
The city’s location makes it especially appealing. Sitting at the crossroads of major European transport routes, Lyon benefits from excellent rail connections, a well-connected international airport, and an efficient local transport network, making it easy for delegates to arrive and move around once on site.
Lyon’s reputation as the gastronomic capital of France adds something special to any event. Exceptional dining, riverside settings along the Rhône and Saône, and a vibrant cultural scene create memorable opportunities for networking, team building, and entertaining clients beyond the main agenda.
At Venue Network, we simplify venue finding in Lyon — matching your brief with spaces that combine professionalism, character, and impact.
Our Top Venue Picks in Lyon
Mercure Lyon Centre Saxe Lafayette
Located near the Rhône and within walking distance of Lyon Part-Dieu, this 4-star Mercure hotel offers 162 spacious guest rooms, a bistronomic restaurant, fitness centre, and heated indoor pool. The hotel provides 10 modular meeting rooms for business events, with the largest Combination Suite offering 354 sqm of flexible space for up to 310 guests for receptions or 265 theatre-style. Well connected by metro and tram and close to Lyon’s Presqu’île and key business districts, it is a strong option for conferences, meetings, and corporate gatherings in central Lyon.
- Reception
- 310
- Theatre
- 265
- Banqueting
- 115
- Classroom
- 132
- Guest Rooms
- 162
NH Lyon Airport
Located directly at Lyon–Saint-Exupéry Airport, this NH hotel offers 245 contemporary rooms just steps from Terminals 1 and 2, with fast tram and TGV connections reaching Lyon city centre in around 30 minutes. The hotel features one of the region’s largest airport-based meeting facilities, with 13 function rooms including the Pierre Dupont, accommodating up to 300 guests for receptions. With natural daylight throughout, on-site dining, and excellent transport connectivity, it is an ideal choice for conferences, corporate events, and international meetings.
- Reception
- 300
- Theatre
- 240
- Banqueting
- 160
- Cabaret
- 100
- Guest Rooms
- 245
Radisson Blu Hotel, Lyon
Located in the upper floors of the iconic Tour Part-Dieu, the Radisson Blu Hotel Lyon offers 245 contemporary rooms with panoramic city views and direct access to Lyon Part-Dieu station. The hotel features 500 sqm of naturally lit meeting space across 11 rooms, with the Lumières Suite accommodating up to 300 guests for receptions, 280 theatre-style, or 230 for gala dinners. With on-site dining at the Celest Bar & Restaurant, professional event coordinators, and excellent transport links, it is a standout choice for conferences and high-profile corporate events.
- Reception
- 300
- Theatre
- 280
- Banqueting
- 230
- Cabaret
- 130
- Guest Rooms
- 245
Sofitel Lyon Bellecour
Located in the heart of Lyon’s Presqu’île overlooking the Rhône, this 5-star Sofitel offers 164 elegant rooms and suites with refined interiors and sweeping city views. Guests can enjoy on-site dining, a bar, and a fitness centre, all complemented by personalised service. The hotel features flexible meeting and event facilities, led by the Ampère Suite, a 270 sqm modular space accommodating up to 300 guests theatre-style. With its prestigious central location near Place Bellecour, and key transport links, it is an excellent choice for high-end corporate events.
- Reception
- 300
- Theatre
- 300
- Banqueting
- 110
- Classroom
- 150
- Guest Rooms
- 164
DoubleTree by Hilton Lyon Eurexpo
Located in Saint-Priest, close to Eurexpo Lyon and within 15 minutes of Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport, this DoubleTree by Hilton offers 139 modern guest rooms, on-site parking, a spa, and a restaurant with terrace views over the gardens and lake. The hotel provides five meeting rooms, led by a bright 291 sqm ballroom accommodating up to 280 guests for receptions or 230 theatre-style. Well suited to exhibitions, conferences, and large-scale corporate events, it combines strong transport access with contemporary event facilities.
- Reception
- 280
- Theatre
- 250
- Banqueting
- 190
- Classroom
- 155
- Guest Rooms
- 139
Pullman Lyon
Opposite Lyon Part-Dieu station and at the foot of the To-Lyon tower, this contemporary Pullman hotel offers 164 modern guest rooms designed for comfort and wellbeing. The hotel features a restaurant, bar, fitness centre, and patio, alongside 14 meeting and event spaces. Its event facilities total over 1,000 sqm, led by the naturally lit Lumens Ballroom, accommodating up to 250 guests theatre-style or 190 for banqueting. With its prime transport connections and modern design-led environment, Pullman Lyon is well suited to conferences, product launches, and corporate events.
- Reception
- 250
- Theatre
- 250
- Banqueting
- 190
- Classroom
- 100
- Guest Rooms
- 168
Fourvière Hotel Lyon
Perched on Lyon’s historic Colline de Fourvière, the Fourvière Hotel Lyon offers 75 individually designed rooms celebrating the city’s heritage. Its new Forum Fourvière venue includes the 200 m² Conventus plenary room, a 45 m² meeting room, and a 600 m² private garden, accommodating up to 200 guests for a standing reception, 150 theatre-style, or 120 for a gala dinner. Just steps from the Basilica of Fourvière, the hotel blends historic charm with modern event facilities, making it an exceptional choice for private and corporate events in a truly Lyonnais setting.
- Reception
- 200
- Theatre
- 150
- Banqueting
- 120
- Classroom
- 60
- Guest Rooms
- 75
Mercure Lyon Centre Château Perrache
Located on Lyon’s Presqu’île beside Perrache station, this 4-star Mercure hotel occupies a striking Art Nouveau building dating from 1906. It offers 120 guest rooms, a restaurant and bar, fitness centre, and 11 meeting rooms suited to business and private events. The largest spaces, Mistral/Palatino and Simplon, provide up to 135 sqm of flexible event space, accommodating up to 100 guests theatre-style or 80 for banqueting. With direct transport links and close proximity to Old Lyon, it is a distinctive venue for meetings and corporate events in the city centre.
- Reception
- 100
- Theatre
- 100
- Banqueting
- 80
- Classroom
- 60
- Guest Rooms
- 120
Cour des Loges Lyon
Located in Vieux-Lyon, a UNESCO World Heritage district, Cour des Loges Lyon, A Radisson Collection Hotel blends historic Renaissance charm with modern comfort across 61 unique rooms and suites. Its five meeting rooms feature natural light, AV equipment, and professional event support, with the largest, Jeu de Paume, accommodating up to 95 guests for receptions or 64 for dining. With on-site dining at Les Loges, and an exceptional central location, it offers a characterful and inspiring setting for conferences, private events, and high-end corporate gatherings.
- Reception
- 95
- Theatre
- 40
- Banqueting
- 64
- Boardroom
- 26
- Guest Rooms
- 61
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