Rooms & Suites: 28
Villa Florentine is set on the famous hill of Fourviere overlooking the city of Lyon, the Villa Florentine retains a strong renaissance feel that will enchant and delight any traveler who decide to make this their hotel of choice.
The surroundings of the hotel are already a feast for the senses. With its beautifully laid-out garden and vast terrace grounds, one cannot help but be seduced into its old-world charms. The hotel overlooks the old rooftops of Lyon and offers a unique panoramic view of the City of the Gauls. Villa Florentine offers a wide range of facilities for both social and business interests. Function rooms are available for parties or business receptions, while the friendly atmosphere at the bar makes it a perfect place to entertain.
Relais & Chateaux
Romantic Getaway
On-site: Swimming pool Nearby: Horseback riding, Waterskiing, 18-hole golf course nearby, 15 km.
Musee des Beaux-Arts - Home to an impressive collection of paintings, both French and international. Musee Historique de Lyon - History museum Basilique Notre Dame de Fourviere - Standing atop Fourvière Hill, this basilica, constructed in the late 19th century, has an ornate interior to contrast its grave exterior. Musee des Tissus - A historic collection of textiles and decorative arts. Musee des Arts Decoratifs - Art museum Cathedral St. Jean - A 12th-century Gothic cathedral with impressive stained-glass windows. Old Lyon (Vieux Lyon) - Lyon's historic section is full of old buildings and a traditional old French atmosphere. Croix-Rousse - This historic neighborhood was the location of Lyon's famous 19th-century silk industry. Fourviere Hill - This hill was the location of Lyon's original Roman settlement and still is home to ancient ruins from that era. The Presqu'ile - Neighborhood L'Institut & Musee Lumiere - Specialty museum Musee de l'Imprimerie de Lyon - History museum Primatiale St-Jean - Historic Religious site Museum of the Resistance - A museum and depository of historical documents regarding the French resistance to Nazi occupation, of which Lyon played a central role. Amphitheater of the Three Gauls - The ruins of an old Roman amphitheater, a reminder of Lyon's classical roots, lie in the hills above the city. Maison des Avocats - This stately old building is located in Vieux Lyon. Place des Terreaux - This public square, lit up at night by a beautiful 19th-century fountain, is always crowded in the evenings. Theatres Romains de Fourviere - A remnant from the era of dominance of the Roman Empire, the ruins of these two amphitheaters are over 2,000 years old. Rue de la Republique - This crowded thoroughfare is full of department stores, movie theaters, cafés and more. Museum of Gallo-Roman Civilization - This museum of artwork, weapons, coins and other artifacts from ancient Rome is a reflection of Lyon's Roman past. Place Bellecour - public square Rue des Marronniers - This pedestrian street is filled with restaurants of every kind. Museum of Fine Arts - Located in a 17th-century palace, many call this museum's impressive collection of artwork the second best in France behind only the Louvre. Tete d'Or - This spacious park includes a fantastic rose garden, a zoo, a lake and more. Opera National de Lyon - Lyon's internationally renowned opera. Hotel de Ville - Lyon's city hall, with its tall clock tower and blue-domed pavilions, fulfills the French tradition of dignified government buildings. Maison des Canuts - A museum of all things silk, from displays of fine silk garments to an exhibit on the process of production by the silk-worm. Museum of Contemporary Art Palais Saint-Pierre - Art museum
Lyon Saint-Exupery International Airport (LYS)
May through October
