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Villa Maia

Lyon, Rhone-Alpes, France · Virtuoso

Villa Maia

In the heart of Lyon The History... Time stands still on the hill of Fourvière. The birthplace of Gallo-Roman civilisation, Fourvière stands guard over the city of Lyon in a conventual silence. Known to locals as the “hill that prays”, it is a uniquely serene and spiritual place. Maïa Group chairman Christophe Gruy fell in love with it. And Villa Maïa is the result. A sumptuously intimate hotel, dreamt up, designed and decorated by Jean-Michel Wilmotte, Jacques Grange and Louis Benech. An unprecedented trio brought together for Villa Maïa.

Set atop Fourvière Hill near the ancient Roman theatres, Villa Maïa provides a chic perch above Lyon’s UNESCO-inscribed old town. The 33 sophisticated rooms and suites blend Japanese-inspired aesthetics with a hint of Art Deco and high attention to detail; private terraces overlook the serene gardens and red-roofed Vieux-Lyon. Ancient vaults now house Les Thermes, a modern take on the Roman bath with a hammam, jacuzzi, and majestic indoor pool. Michelin-starred Chef Christian Têtedoie orchestrates three distinctive dining experiences: refined gastronomy, casual brasserie, and seasonal rooftop.

What you get booking it through us

  • Upgrade on arrival, subject to availability
  • Daily Buffet breakfast for up to two guests per bedroom, served in the restaurant
  • $100 USD equivalent Food & Beverage or Spa credit to be utilized during stay (not combinable, not valid on room rate, no cash value if not redeemed in full)
  • Early check-in / Late check-out, subject to availability

These are the Virtuoso benefits on file for this property, on top of the hotel's own best flexible rate — not a discount and not a package. How the benefit stack compares to booking direct.

Current offers

  • New to Virtuoso — through 2026-12-31 · To celebrate Villa Maïa as a new Virtuoso member, a special offer is now available, inviting guests to experience this exceptional French address under particularly attractive non refundable rates when booking in advance. Guests staying for a minimum of 2 nights, will get a 12-percent discounted rate together with the Virtuoso amenities. An invitation to discover Lyon from a new perspective. Perched on the heights of the Fourvière hill, overlooking the city, Villa Maïa offers a vision of contemporary hospitality, where architecture, wellbeing, and refined living come together in perfect…

In the know

Take a gourmet stroll through the Halles Paul Bocuse — hailed as the “temple of Lyonnaise gastronomy” — and browse the colorful Saint-Antoine market, one of the oldest in France.

The property, in facts

The facts, as the supplier files them
Where8 Rue Pierre Marion, Lyon, Rhone-Alpes, France
CategoryCity Hotel
Property typeHotel or Resort
Rooms34
Room types3
Nearest airportLyon-Saint Exupéry (LYS) · 13 miles
Advisor programmeVirtuoso
StyleZen
Known forCity Life, Local Immersion, Wellness

Rooms and suites

  • The Apartment — Wander from space to space in this splendid 100 m² suite, without ever losing sight of Lyon at the foot of the hill. Enjoy a signature cocktail on your terrace…
  • The Suites — See the sunrise from your terrace. Watch the city gradually awakening or, as night falls, the fantastic, unique lights as they come on. Conceived by Jacques…
  • The Rooms — The decor combines a hint of artistic impertinence with Charles Maze’s anamorphosis. As for the majestic bathrooms, they feature Carrara marble and polished…

In the room

Air Conditioning · Balcony/Lanai/Terrace · Bathrobe · Coffee/Tea Maker · Complimentary Newspaper · Hair Dryer · Internet Access · Iron/Ironing Board · Mini Bar · Non-Smoking · Safe · Sitting Area · Slippers · Turn Down Service

What advisors say

100% of the 1 Virtuoso advisors who have filed a review of this property recommend it. Those reviews are collected by Virtuoso from advisors who have stayed, not by us and not from the public.

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