The luxury Hotel Villa Florentine, 5 star Relais & Châteaux, perched upon Lyon's Fourvière hillside, affords guests an exclusive stay within a true haven of peace... The Relais & Châteaux Villa Florentine affords guests a fabulous view across Lyon and its historical Old Town, which is recognised as a UNESCO world heritage site.

History
The building was known as the "Maison de la Providence" in 1707, at which time it became home to a congregation of Trinitarians. The purpose of the institution, which was founded by Louise-Blanche Thérèse de Ballon, was to provide young girls with sufficient an education so that they could earn their own income when they turned twenty.
Between 1736 and 1741, a chapel was built on to the building, decorated with magnificent frescoes. Discovered and restored, these frescoes now grace the walls of the Villa's grand entrance hall.
The Trinitarians left the Fourvière hillside and moved to the centre of Lyon in 1804. At this time, the establishment became a convalescent home for women and was extended with the construction of a further building between the chapel and the southern patio.
One hundred years later, the site passed into the hands of the "L'œuvre des Jeunes Filles Convalescentes", until 1984, when the Giorgi family took over the Villa Florentine and shaped its destiny yet again...

Rooms
The hotel offers 28 carefully decorated and personalized rooms and suites: panoramic view of Lyon, balcony or terrace, mezzanine…harmoniously mixing the Italian Renaissance style with contemporary pieces.

Restaurant & Terrace
The hotel's star-winning gourmet restaurant majestically overlooks the city of Lyon from its idyllic setting on the Fourvière hillside. "Les Terrasses de Lyon" is the perfect place for you to savour a true haven of flavours and comfort.
The Chef David Delsart does justice to the welcoming ambiance and sophisticated décor of the restaurant with his fine cuisine, which is a melting pot of different influences, a mixture of classic flavours and a passion for his produce.
The stunning view over the traditional rooftops of the Old Town also provides a true feast for the eyes. Its patio provides the perfect setting to enjoy your meal in the summer...
The restaurant is open for lunch and dinner from Tuesday to Saturday, from 12:00 to 13:15, from 19:30 to 21:15.

Wellness
With a breath-taking view over the rooftops of Lyon's Old Town, the heated pool and jacuzzi with magnificent view are perfect for relaxing... The patio and sun-loungers are at the guests' disposal throughout the year.
In summer, guests can lie quietly by the water's edge, or hide away in one of the secluded alcoves close to the pool.
In winter, the two heated marble loungers will keep you cosy in your bathrobes whilst you contemplate the city lights or the snow-covered rooftops of Lyon's Old Town...
Located on the first floor of the 17th century villa, the hotel's health and beauty facilities boast an intimist hamam and sauna, with natural wood throughout. Unwind in the welcome heat of our relaxation area, or on the sun-loungers nearby.
For your convenience, the health and beauty facilities are also equipped with a changing room and shower.
The Villa Florentine boasts a delightful little cardio-fitness room. This unique room offers an intimist and welcoming ambiance, first class Technogym equipment, including treadmill, rowing machine, bicycle, cross-trainer, weights...
Treat yourself to a complete break from body and soul with one of the parlour's massages...The parlour welcomes guests every day from 7:00 to 20:00.