Hilltop Fourvière villa
Perched high on Fourvière Hill, the bronze-glass retreat pairs quiet French elegance with views sweeping across Vieux-Lyon toward the Alps.
“the low slung building sits at the top of a winding cobblestone road, and hugs Fourviere Hill as if it’s been there all along.”
Where it shines
Remarkable
Jacques Grange interiors in oatmeal tones meet Louis Benech's symmetrical cloister gardens.
What they say
One Michelin Key
Michelin
Also in Condé Nast Traveler and Wallpaper*.
The rooms, in contrast, are decidedly contemporary-luxe in their style, with high-tech Japanese toilets and Carrara marble bathrooms.
Somewhere quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Ancient Roman theatres sit next door, while winding cobblestone paths lead down the hill into the Renaissance streets of Vieux-Lyon.
The rooms
Balconies face city rooftops or the cloister garden, while bathrooms showcase Carrara marble, polished nickel fixtures, and custom Grasse fragrances.
The indoor pool
Bring a swimsuit.
The 20-metre heated lap pool sits beneath vaulted columns, paved in checkerboard mosaics inspired by ancient Roman digs.
The spa and gym
Two treatment cabins host Biologique Recherche rituals, flanked by a Technogym fitness room, a wooden sauna, and a marble hammam.
Dogs stay too.
Le Bar & Lounge
Drinks are poured at an illuminated Saint-Just glass counter, with vintages from the owner's historic Beaujolais wine estate.
The interiors by French interior designer Jacques Granges has used neutral oatmeal tones with accents of colour revealed in accessories such as the cashmere bed throw…
At the table
Tables on the terrace look onto the cloister garden, where evening drinks overlook the city lights below.
How it began
Built on the historic Antiquaille site, the property sits directly atop the archaeological footprint of ancient Roman thermal baths.
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.