Hotel Lungarno: Elegance on the Banks of the Arno
Located in the beating heart of Florence, just across from Ponte Vecchio, Hotel Lungarno is a 5-star boutique gem owned by the Ferragamo family. It feels like being aboard a refined vessel drifting gently along the river, with nautical touches, classic art, and Tuscan sophistication at every turn.
Key Features & Character
Design & Atmosphere
Hotel Lungarno leans heavily into a maritime-inspired aesthetic: shades of blue, white, and leather evoke a sense of a luxury boat. The interiors, designed by Michele Bonan, mix elegant comfort with artistry.
Corridors, public rooms, and many bedrooms display works by Picasso, Jean Cocteau, and well-known Italian artists. The art collection is more than decorative—it’s woven into the guest experience via curated themed “art walks.”
Rooms & Suites
Roughly 60-65 rooms and suites, many with river views or private terraces overlooking Renaissance landmarks. Rooms are elegant, many with marble bathrooms, Ferragamo toiletries, modern in-room features (coffee/Nespresso machines, etc.). Some rooms are themed (for example the Venna or Francesconi Suite), offering unique atmospheres.
Dining & Bars
The Borgo San Jacopo restaurant, which has a Michelin star, offers world-class cuisine with both traditional Italian elements and creative flair. Then there's the Picteau Lounge Bar for more casual gatherings, cocktails, snacks, and aperitifs.
Location
Perhaps its greatest asset: Lungarno sits directly on the banks of the Arno River, with the Ponte Vecchio almost in front of it. Guests are steps away from Florence’s main attractions: Uffizi Gallery, Palazzo Pitti, Boboli Gardens, shops, and historic squares.
What Makes It Special
The combination of art + architecture + location is rare.
Walking distance to Florence's most iconic sights with a view that most hotels can only dream of.
High design sense (both visual and tactile), down to textures, colors, toiletries.
Luxury dining, fine wines, and relaxed bars all under one roof.
Strong service reputation and sense of seeing Florence with style.
