Alter'Hostel

Alter'Hostel is a hostel on Quai Arloing in the Vaise district of Lyon's 9th arrondissement, in France's Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region. Vaise lies in the north-west of the city beside the Saône, and the quay address places the hostel near the river, with the Gare de Vaise and the Valmy metro stop on line D providing direct links to Bellecour, Guillotière and the rest of the city centre. The neighbourhood is a former industrial area that has been regenerated with offices, studios and a growing number of cafés, which gives it a less touristy, local character than the Presqu'île or Vieux Lyon. The Saône riverbanks nearby offer walking and cycling paths toward the centre, and Vieux Lyon is roughly a short metro ride or a longer riverside walk to the south. Alter'Hostel offers a mix of dormitory beds and private double rooms, so it suits solo backpackers, groups of friends and couples on a tight budget. Wifi and a shared kitchen or common area are among the listed amenities, which allow guests to cook their own meals, meet other travellers and save on restaurant costs. Rates of about €25 to €80 per night reflect the difference between a dormitory bed and a private room, and prices rise during trade fairs and the Fête des Lumières. The hostel does not list a spa, pool or restaurant, and local supermarkets and bakeries in Vaise supply groceries for the shared kitchen. The service character is informal and social, with staff who can advise on public transport, walking routes and low-cost dining in the city. Guests should bring their own padlock or ask the hostel about lockers, and check whether bed linen and towels are included in the rate. The hostel is a practical choice for younger travellers and budget visitors who do not mind a short metro ride into the centre.