Overview
Opening June 2026, the 5 star Villa Florentine unveils a complete transformation of its historic 17th century convent into a haven of Italian inspired refinement, art curated interiors, and panoramic terraces overlooking Lyon. Located at 25 Montée St Barthélémy, 69005 Lyon, the hotel offers a serene atmosphere ideal for executives seeking focus and leisure guests craving cultural immersion. Its elevated setting above Vieux Lyon provides unmatched views, while its renewed design enhances comfort, productivity, and relaxation.
Accommodation
The hotel features 36 rooms and suites, including Superior Rooms, Deluxe Rooms, Deluxe Terrace Rooms, Junior Suites, Junior Suite Mezzanine, Junior Suite Signature, Junior Suite Vue Saint Jean, Junior Suite Médicis, and Two Bedroom Suites. Each blends monastic simplicity with Florentine warmth, offering panoramic city views, ideal for restful leisure stays and productive business trips.
Hotel Services
- Food & Beverage: A gastronomic restaurant, bistronomic counter, speakeasy bar, and tea room elevate every stay with refined culinary experiences—perfect for client dinners and leisure indulgence.
- Meetings & Banquets: 4 meeting rooms support productive business events with elegant surroundings.
- Wellness: A heated pool, spa, sauna, steam room, fitness center, and treatment rooms offer restorative breaks for both business and leisure guests.
- Recreation: Nearby attractions include Basilique Notre‑Dame de Fourvière, Vieux Lyon, Musée du Cinéma et de la Miniature, Gallo‑Roman Museum, Botanical Garden, and Chartreux Garden. Guests can enjoy heritage walks, gastronomic tours, riverfront strolls, and panoramic viewpoints just minutes from the hotel.
Facilities
Meetings & Events
Villa Florentine offers 4 meeting rooms, ideal for executive gatherings and intimate corporate events. Rooms accommodate various configurations, with capacities up to theater‑style corporate sessions (capacity details vary by room). The serene hilltop setting, natural light, and refined design create an inspiring environment for strategic meetings, board sessions, and private celebrations.
Nearby Activities
Transportations and Access
a. Airports
• Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) – approx. 30 km from the hotel (inferred from standard Lyon distances; not provided in sources).
b. Train Stations
• Lyon Perrache Station – approx. 2.5 km (inferred).
• Lyon Part Dieu Station – approx. 4 km (inferred).
(No distances were provided in the sources; values above are standard city distances.)
c. Car Directions
From central Lyon, follow signs to Vieux Lyon / Fourvière, then ascend Montée St Barthélémy to reach the hotel entrance.
