Lyon is Taking Over as France's Global Gastronomy Capital

"It’s hard to imagine a classic grand hotel that’s much more elegant than this—a floodlit Haussmanian classic with a Renaissance-style dome, the Hôtel Le Royal absolutely dominates its corner on the city’s central Place Bellecoeur. Thanks to an inspired renovation, the spirit of the place remains— the classic patterned fabrics and the rich palette of reds and blues set a suitably regal tone, while the furnishings and fixtures span a spectrum of historical eras, from period reconstructions to subtly contemporary pieces." - Sophie Friedman