The building is old, the unit is very small and eccentric, but good privacy. You have to climb a ladder to get to your upstairs bedroom! The location is terrific and you'll never guess why. On the major nearby street, Croix-Rousse, is an incredible, abundant street food market -- vegetables, meat, fish, cheese, breads -- unlike anything else in Lyon. On a busy Tuesday the street market was an absolute delight, great not just for food but some of the best people-watching in Europe.
Located on a hill above the city, it's a 25 min downhill walk to the old Renaissance part of Lyon. Or you can board the nearby subway to explore other areas of this large city.
Street parking overnight is free, and while it can be a little difficult to find a space marked "payant", you only have to start paying for the space at 9am. On my last night, I was easily able to secure a parking space about a block away. Using the meter machine is not too difficult. Getting around with your own car in Lyon is difficult, but not impossible.