Parc de la Tête d'Or
Lyon's flagship 105-hectare urban park with a lake, botanical garden, rose gardens and a free zoo. Wide shaded avenues and lawns make it the city's classic dog-walking destination.
Shaded seatingWater bowls
Free
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Pet-friendly stays · Presqu'île / Cordeliers
InterContinental Lyon – Hôtel Dieu
A five-star hotel set inside the landmark former Hôtel-Dieu hospital on the Rhône, with a glass-roofed grand hall, dome suites and riverfront position. The hotel accepts pets and sits directly on the Berges du Rhône riverside promenade.
Why it made the list
Dog-friendly rooms right on the Rhône quays give you an instant riverside walking route from the lobby door.
Good to know before you go
Pets are accepted on request (fees and size rules apply — confirm with the hotel when booking). Dogs are restricted from some areas such as the restaurant; house policy is confirmed at check-in.
Practical notes
- Request a room facing the Rhône for direct access to the quays
- Confirm the pet fee and any weight limit before booking
What is available on site
- Overnight stays
- Dogs indoors
- Step-free access
House rules and verification
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