Villa Florentine
Monastic chic meets Italian Renaissance. Clean lines, natural materials, enveloping textiles. Not flashy — quiet, considered luxury with serious views.
Rooms at the front of the building get the best panoramic city views — worth specifying when booking
Why It Matters
The highest hotel in Vieux Lyon, with panoramic views of a UNESCO World Heritage cityscape. A Relais & Châteaux member with a Michelin 1 Key designation and the 2025 Gault & Millau Exceptional Hotel award. The building itself dates to the 17th century and features restored chapel frescoes in the lobby.
Villa Florentine sits at the very top of Fourvière Hill above Vieux Lyon — a 17th-century former convent converted into a five-star Relais & Châteaux hotel that earns its reputation largely on views alone. Every room looks out over one of France's most intact Renaissance cityscapes, with the terracotta rooflines of the UNESCO-listed old town spread below. Currently undergoing a full renovation led by interior designer and art curator Joséphine Fossey, the hotel is reimagining itself with a new gourmet restaurant, bistronomic counter, speakeasy bar, and a spa inspired by Renaissance Florentine baths — all while keeping its listed 17th-century architecture and historic chapel frescoes intact.
Where You'll Stay
11 room types available
Deluxe Room
Larger than the Superior rooms, these come with wooden or carpeted floors and feel noticeably more spacious. Still for two people, with a proper bathroom offering both bath and shower options.
King or Queen (twinable on request) · 42 sqm
Deluxe Terrace Room
The standout feature here is the private terrace opening directly onto panoramic views of Lyon. One of the most coveted room types. 33–47 sqm with both shower and bath.
Queen (twinable on request) · 40 sqm
Double Suite (Trinities / Celestins / Octavie / Jacobins)
Two-bedroom suites sleeping up to four. The family option at Villa Florentine — genuinely apartment-like in scale at 105–118 sqm. Each bedroom has its own bathroom. City views throughout.
Queen or King & Queen configuration · 111 sqm
Junior Suite
A proper suite with a dedicated relaxation area and work desk. Wooden or carpeted floors throughout. The mix of monastic simplicity with Florentine warmth is at its most coherent here.
King or Queen (twinable) · 61 sqm
Junior Suite Mezzanine
Has a mezzanine layout that creates a genuine sense of space and volume. Sleeps up to three with a convertible sofa. 180° city views. A turntable is provided in the room — one of the more unexpected touches.
King (twinable) · 57 sqmJunior Suite Saint-Jean
Faces the iconic Saint-Jean Cathedral with direct views. Comes with a lounge area, binoculars provided, and the sense that Lyon's Renaissance history is literally framed in your window.
King (twinable) · 45 sqmJunior Suite Signature
The suite with the biggest wellness bonus: a private sauna in-room. Views of the Saint-Jean Cathedral, two terraces, and a lounge area. At 37 sqm it's not huge, but the private sauna and dual terraces give it a distinctive character.
King or Queen (twinable) · 37 sqmMedicis Junior Suite
The flagship junior suite and the one the hotel leads with. At 83 sqm it punches above its 'junior' label — exceptional ceiling height, 180° panoramic city view, and a large lounge area. Named for the Medici family, whose marriage to Henri IV helped bring Italian Renaissance influence to Lyon.
King (twinable) · 83 sqmSuite (Chazeaux / Carmes)
Two named suites (Chazeaux and Carmes) at 44–46 sqm each. Separate living room, office area, city views, and a spacious bathroom. Designed as true refuges — quieter and more inward-facing than the terrace options.
Double · 45 sqmSuperior Room
The entry-level rooms at Villa Florentine, compact but thoughtfully done. All have a bathroom with bath or shower. Natural materials and calm palette — the monastic simplicity the hotel talks about is most apparent here.
King or Queen (twinable on request) · 31 sqmTerrace Suite (Gadagne / Barthélémy)
The largest accommodation at 128 sqm. Two bedrooms, two private bathrooms, a separate living room, and a private terrace overlooking the city. Sleeps up to five — the most complete option for families or groups wanting an independent Lyon base at altitude.
Queen (twinable) · 128 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
4 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
The hotel maintains an events calendar including seasonal programming open to guests and Lyonnais alike. During Lyon's Festival of Lights (December), the hilltop position gives guests front-row views of the city's famous illuminations.
The hotel's concierge arranges gourmet, cultural, and festive getaways around Lyon. The hilltop position makes it the ideal starting point for walking the UNESCO-listed old town, visiting the Gallo-Roman amphitheatre, and reaching the Basilica of Notre-Dame de Fourvière (8 min walk).
Panoramic pool heated year-round with views across the Lyon roofscape. Available to all hotel guests.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Meeting and event spaces available. Group event booking via Backyou platform.
Daily buffet breakfast served 07:00–11:00 using fresh and local produce. Available in the breakfast room, on the terrace, or in the room. €40 per person. Children aged 6–12 pay €14.
Hotel gift boxes available for purchase, covering stays, dining, and spa experiences.
Small pets welcome at an additional fee of €30 per pet per day.
Heated year-round. Overlooks the Lyon cityscape.
Concierge assists with restaurant reservations, city tours, gourmet and cultural itineraries across Lyon.
Room service available during select hours.
On-site EV charging station for guests.
Secure paid parking available on site at €35/night. Handicapped parking also available.
Cardio studio and fitness equipment on site.
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