Located at 5 rue d’Austerlitz, Hôtel de l’Aveyron is a no-frills 1-star hotel with a welcoming ambience, perfectly situated just 200 m from Gare de Lyon. Open 24/7, the front desk staff are friendly and helpful, accommodating check-in from 2:30 PM and check-out before 10:30 AM .

With 21 minimalist rooms, it offers single, double or family accommodations equipped with a desk, TV, phone, and en-suite bathroom (shower or bathtub) . Some rooftop rooms draw praise for their serene charm , although noise insulation in corridors remains modest . A noted drawback is the lack of an elevator.

The daily continental breakfast, served in a warm breakfast room, offers basic but satisfying fare, including vegetarian options. One guest mentioned it was “simple but very good”. Service on Sundays can be limited .

Thanks to its strategic location, guests can easily explore Paris: metro (lines 1, 5, 14) and RER (A, D) at Gare de Lyon, direct buses to airports, and within walking distance to the Arsenal Marina, Jardin des Plantes, and Bastille. Quai de la Rapée station is only 260 m away .

The hotel primarily attracts couples, solo travelers or small groups seeking good value for short stays. The plain style and transport links make it ideal for a quick, practical stop in Paris.

An interesting tidbit: some guests fall in love with the rooftop rooms overlooking a quiet street. And the fact that it still runs without an elevator gives it a quaint, retro charm – provided one doesn’t mind stairs!

Practical info: check‑in from 2:30 PM, check‑out by 10:30 AM, free Wi‑Fi, pets allowed, room service, non‑smoking, no private parking (public nearby), limited wheelchair access (no dedicated facilities) . Ideal for both business and leisure stays lasting 1–2 nights.