Lyon rewards travellers who care about substance. Not the version that rushes you through a checklist, but the real city where craft still dictates taste, where meals have lineage, and where the best moments happen quietly behind the right doors. Our role in Lyon is to translate that world for you with precision: the correct neighbourhood, the right table, the right timing, and access that feels effortless. This is a city to do slowly, with a clear plan and a local rhythm
Hilaire Experiences designs Lyon the way it’s meant to be lived through intimate dining done properly, craft and silk heritage, hidden courtyards, and the right neighborhoods at the right hour so that the city feels effortless and works in your favour.
We handle the hard parts such as reservations that don’t exist online, timing that makes the difference between good and unforgettable, and vetted drivers and guides who makes your journey unforgettable. The result is a Lyon that feels warm, precise, and exceptionally well-run.
Let’s talk: send an inquiry and we’ll design your Lyon.
Your gateway to the soul of Lyon
Signature Experiences in Lyon
These are simply starting points. Your EXPERIENCES will be tailored, refined, and composed around your needs.
Silk and savoir faire: private atelier visits with a focus on weaving, finishing, and the details most visitors never learn to read.
Gastronomy with structure: a chef led market morning at Les Halles de Lyon Paul Bocuse followed by a tailored lunch that balances classic and modern Lyon.
Old Lyon after hours: a discreet walk through traboules and courtyards with doors opened by appointment, designed for photography and architectural detail.
Rhone valley day: a driver led day into vineyards chosen for elegance over spectacle, with a cellar tasting paced like a private lesson.
Contemporary Lyon: a curated art and design route that connects galleries, ateliers, and the quieter side of the city’s creative economy.
Good to Know
From arrival to farewell, Hilaire Experiences handles every detail, so you spend your time in the moment, not stressing over last-minute reservations, timing, or logistics. We work with vetted guides, drivers, and concierge partners tailored to your needs, ensuring every step of your journey feels effortless. One point of contact. One seamless plan. Zero stress.
The Insider Edit
The Insider Edit is our private shortlist of trusted stays, restaurants, and shopping experiences. Vetted through the Hilaire method, each address is chosen for discretion, consistency, design, and true hospitality.
This ensures that your journey feels seamless, elevated, and exceptional.
Our Recommended Stays
InterContinental Lyon Hotel Dieu is Lyon’s grand statement address, set inside the historic Hôtel Dieu with vaulted corridors, monumental proportions, and a sense of arrival that instantly signals importance. It’s a perfect choice for guests who want to be at the centre of the city’s rhythm, with the Rhône at your doorstep and the best of Presqu’île within an easy walk. The experience is polished, lively, and cinematic, which suits travellers who want Lyon to feel like an occasion rather than a retreat.
Insider note: request a room that prioritizes quiet and avoid lower categories that can feel more “standard” than the building deserves. If you’re sensitive to noise, we position you away from high traffic internal areas.
The Intercontinental Hôtel-Dieu
Villa Maïa is one of Lyon’s most discreet high luxury bases, perched above the city with a calm that feels almost private residence. The design is contemporary and restrained, the atmosphere is hushed, and everything about the experience is tuned for travellers who want Lyon to unfold smoothly rather than loudly. It’s especially strong for guests who care about wellness, quiet mornings, and returning to a space that feels protected after full days in town.
Insider note: ask for a room facing the city for the most rewarding views, and request a quiet placement away from elevators. The spa and pool are at their best early morning, so we often schedule a calm hour there before your first appointment.
Villa Maïa
Villa Florentine is the kind of Lyon address that makes the city feel immediately composed. Set high above the rooftops in a former convent, it offers that rare combination of quiet, views, and true five star calm while keeping you minutes from the Presqu’île and Vieux Lyon when you want the energy.
Interiors lean classic, service is discreet, and the overall atmosphere is residential rather than hotel heavy, which is exactly why it works for Hilaire guests who value privacy and pace. Choose it when you want Lyon to feel elevated in every sense, with the river, the domes, and the light laid out beneath you.
Villa Florentine
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Hilaire Experiences Destination Toolkits
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