VillaFlorentine
Villa Florentine sits on a hilltop overlooking Lyon with 360-degree views, meaning your ceremony backdrop and guest photo ops are built into the location.
- Ceremony
- 30 seated
- Reception
- 150 seated
- Nearest airport
- LYS · 25 minutes to villa
- Open season
- June – September
- Price range
- $$$
- Rating
- 4.7 /5 · 1,445
Villa Florentine is a hotel destination wedding venue in Lyon, France, hosting 30 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS), 25 minutes to villa. Best months: June, July, August, September.
Villa Florentine in Lyon, open June–September.
Villa Florentine sits on a hilltop overlooking Lyon with 360-degree views, meaning your ceremony backdrop and guest photo ops are built into the location.
This 4-star hotel venue offers 65 guest rooms on-site, eliminating the logistics nightmare of coordinating accommodations across multiple properties.
The Renaissance architecture and manicured gardens provide authentic European elegance without requiring heavy decoration.
My girlfriend surprised me with a stay here in the hotel, the hotel kindly upgraded us to an incredible room, attention to details were left in the room for my birthday. A short history of the hotel by the head of reception. Fresh juices and cake in the lobby. The hotel is beautiful 400-500 year old converted monastery. Views of the city are amazing. The spa is great but they have an even better secret. As the nights start early we swam in the heated pool outside around 18:30 with moon light and there is a tiny two person sauna there as well with city views. We couldn’t believe how amazing this was. When we left we were gifted bottles of water two men with umbrellas helped up to the car and even waited until we left and waved goodbye. I have never experienced a service this attentive and thank Villa Florentine and its team for such care and attention.
4 notes, from the desk.
65 guest rooms available on-site, reducing out-of-town logistics for 80+ attendees
360-degree panoramic views of Lyon from multiple terraces and garden spaces
Renaissance-style architecture dating back centuries with restored period details
Multiple event spaces including garden terraces and indoor halls for ceremonies up to 150 guests
Best held in June, July, August.
The months the weather — and the local rhythm — is kindest to a stay at Villa Florentine.
Check availability.
Choose a day from the calendar.
We hold dates in pencil. A first note comes back within two business days.
How the weekend usually runs.
Yours will be different — nothing below is required. Every planning begins with the three meals you most want to eat, and builds outward.
- 5:00 PMGuest arrival and check-in; welcome aperitif on terrace overlooking Lyon
- 10:00 AMBride/groom preparation in separate suites; photography begins
- 3:00 PMCeremony in garden; guests seated by 2:45 PM
- 4:30 PMCocktail hour on main terrace with Rhône Valley wines
- 6:30 PMReception dinner in main hall; toasts and dancing until midnight
Things worth knowing.
LYS · 25 minutes to villa
Guests fly into Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport. The desk arranges every transfer.
€18,000-35,000
Prices exclude ceremony décor, florals, photography, entertainment. Confirm à la carte vs. package pricing with venue. High season (May-September) carries premium rates.
€2,500-4,000
A one-time licence and setup fee, paid to the venue.
€95-160 / head
A seated dinner with wine and service, by headcount.
€180-280 / night
A standard room in the wedding window. Group rates on request.
June – September
4 viable months. Shoulder dates soften the light and the rates.
Asked along the way.
Can we have both ceremony and reception at the villa?+
Yes. The gardens and terraces work for ceremonies while multiple indoor and outdoor spaces accommodate receptions. Most couples use the main terrace for cocktails with Lyon views before moving indoors for dinner.
What's included with room blocks?+
Guest room rates typically include breakfast. Negotiate room block rates during your venue contract—most couples secure 20-30 rooms at reduced nightly rates for a 2-3 night minimum stay.
Are outside caterers allowed?+
No. Villa Florentine requires their in-house catering team. However, they work with couples on custom menus and can accommodate dietary restrictions and wine pairings.
What's the weather contingency?+
The main event space has a retractable roof system. For full outdoor events, ask about tent options on the grounds—this adds cost but provides weather insurance.
Can we use the gardens for photos?+
Yes, extensively. The grounds include multiple manicured garden areas, stone staircases, and overlook terraces. Professional photographers routinely use the property without additional fees.
In the same country.
Hold dates at Villa Florentine.
A note to the desk with a rough season and guest count. We hold dates in pencil for three weeks before confirmation. A reply comes within two business days, from a person by name.