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Artelit

Housed in Lyon’s original Tour de la Rose (not to be confused with the overpriced, shabby hotel next door) in Vieux Lyon, this exceptional B&B is like an art-museum-cum-antiques-shop. Charming owner Frédéric Jean is a renowned Lyonnais photographer. This place is for art lovers who don’t mind the slightly rustic approach to hospitality such as ladders to reach the bed and occasional low ceilings. Note: There’s no elevator and no air conditioning.