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Villa Florentine
At a Glance
- panoramic location above the Saône
- good access to Vieux Lyon, Fourvière, and Roman Lyon
Pros
- a hot climb up to the hotel in summer
- tricky automobile access around upper Vieux Lyon
- somewhat removed from the action
Cons
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Villa Florentine Review
High above the Vieille Ville, near the Roman theaters and the basilica, this pristine hotel was once a 17th-century convent; glowing in its ocher-yellow exterior, it has vaulted ceilings, lovely terraces, and marvelous views, seen to best advantage from the Terrasses de Lyon restaurant—an extravaganza, complete with glassed-in winter garden and tomato-red salons, this excellent eatery offers an exciting nouvelle menu. Throughout, in time-warp fashion, 17th-century Italianate architectural details are contrasted with the latest in bright postmodern Italian furnishings. The clientele tends to more senior travelers seeking peace and quiet. Breakfast is extra.
- Address: 25-27 montée St-Barthélémy, Fourvière, Lyon, 69005 | Map It
- Phone: 04-78-28-24-24
- Website: www.villaflorentine.com
- Location: Lyon
Contact Information
- 20 rooms, 8 suites.
Hotel Details
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