Villa Maïa: A Design Hotel on the Fourvière Hill of Lyon

Villa Maïa crowns the Fourvière hill of Lyon, a serene contemporary design hotel looking out over the rooftops of the UNESCO-listed old town, the two rivers and, close by, the ancient Roman theatres and the basilica. A Leading Hotels of the World Sustainability Leader, its calm architecture and spa make it a peaceful retreat above the gastronomic capital of France.

The dining lives up to the city. Têtedoie is a major Lyon gastronomy destination where Meilleur Ouvrier de France chef Christian Têtedoie cooks with feeling and seasonality; The Bistrot offers his warmer bistronomic cooking; The Rooftop grills à la plancha with city views in summer; and the Villa Maïa Bar mixes almond-scented cocktails.

For a design-led, gastronomic Lyon stay, Villa Maïa is a standout.

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