Le Melhor: the Sofitel Bellecour's lounge in the sky
The Rhône as a backdrop
On quai du Docteur Gailleton, a stone's throw from place Bellecour, the Sofitel Lyon Bellecour devotes its eighth and top floor to a bar. Reached from the hotel lobby, this lounge is tucked away behind large picture windows.
The eye sweeps over the Rhône, its quays and the left bank, in a panoramic view that takes on a whole new dimension at nightfall, when the bridges and façades light up. This is an indoor bar: you take in the view sinking into deep red armchairs rather than out in the open air.
Cocktails and jazz notes
The menu showcases signature cocktails, seasonal creations, alcohol-free drinks and after-dinner specialities. On Friday and Saturday evenings, musicians take their place in the lounge for concerts, often with a jazz flavour, giving the venue the feel of an elegant club.
With its intimate décor and soft lighting, Le Melhor lends itself well to romantic evenings. This is a five-star hotel, and prices are in keeping with the setting.
Practical information
The bar is open Monday to Saturday, from 2pm to 1am, and closed on Sundays. It shares the floor with the hotel's panoramic restaurant. The venue is wheelchair accessible and the hotel has a paid indoor car park with valet service. The Bellecour metro stations (lines A and D) are just around the corner.
For a nightcap facing the Rhône, in a refined atmosphere and sheltered from the whims of the weather, Le Melhor is one of the most stylish addresses on the Presqu'île.
