Iconic Riverfront Splendor by the Ferragamo Family
Owned by the world-renowned Salvatore Ferragamo family and forming the crown jewel of the Lungarno Collection, Hotel Lungarno is an incomparable 5-star riverfront haven floating serenely upon the waters of the Arno River. Positioned on the historic Borgo San Jacopo in Florence's charismatic Oltrarno artisan district, the hotel sits just paces away from the medieval arches of the Ponte Vecchio, offering guests an exclusive front-row seat to the timeless romance of Renaissance Florence.
Renowned Florentine architect and interior designer Michele Bönan conceived the hotel's interior aesthetic as an aristocratic private yacht moored in the heart of Florence. The decor combines vibrant maritime navy and cerulean blues, crisp ivory linens, polished walnut woodwork, and floor-to-ceiling river windows that flood the salons with shimmering Tuscan reflections.
Hotel Lungarno is equally celebrated as a living museum of 20th-century modern art, housing over 450 museum-caliber original paintings, etchings, and drawings by masters such as Pablo Picasso, Jean Cocteau, Mario Sironi, Antonio Bueno, and Marino Marini. Culinary excellence reigns at Borgo San Jacopo, awarded 1 Michelin star for visionary contemporary Italian gastronomy directly overlooking the Arno, and Picteau Bistrot & Bar, where guests sip vintage Negronis on the water's edge.
Signature Travel Network VIP Privileges
Guests reserving Hotel Lungarno through Vincent Vacations receive the following exclusive complimentary privileges:
- Buffet Breakfast for Two Daily served overlooking the Arno River and Ponte Vecchio
- $100 USD Food & Beverage Credit per room per stay (redeemable at Borgo San Jacopo or Picteau Bistrot)
- Priority Room Upgrade upon arrival, subject to availability
- Early Check-In & Late Check-Out, subject to availability
- Custom Welcome Amenity with Italian delicacies and fresh fruit
- Cross-Signing & Priority Booking across all Lungarno Collection restaurants and rooftops
- Complimentary High-Speed Wi-Fi throughout the property
Property Photo Gallery
Immerse yourself in the nautical refinement, priceless modern art, and riverfront vistas of Hotel Lungarno.
Accommodations & Suites
Designed with nautical elegance by Michele Bönan, each room and suite at Hotel Lungarno evokes the glamour of an aristocratic private vessel, enriched with original modern art, Carrera marble bathrooms, and Salvatore Ferragamo amenities.
Suite Picasso River View
A peerless Florentine residence adorned with authentic original drawings and lithographs by Pablo Picasso and Jean Cocteau. Features a spacious riverfront drawing room with floor-to-ceiling windows framing Ponte Vecchio, a master bedroom with bespoke nautical woodwork, and an Italian Carrera marble bathroom with soaking tub.
Rooftop Terrace Suite
An extraordinary top-floor haven boasting a spectacular private furnished rooftop terrace with 360-degree vistas across Brunelleschi's Duomo, Giotto's Campanile, Palazzo Vecchio, and the Arno River. Features an open-plan lounge, plush king bedding, and custom marble bath.
Executive River View Room
Directly overlooking the flowing waters of the Arno River and the ancient arches of Ponte Vecchio. Styled in soothing nautical blues and bright ivory with Michele Bönan furnishings, leather accents, writing desk, and an Italian marble bathroom with rainforest shower.
Studio Oltrarno
An intimate retreat looking onto the historic medieval street of Borgo San Jacopo in Florence's artisan quarter. Features original modern paintings from the hotel's curated collection, plush king bed, and elegant bathroom stocked with exclusive Tuscan toiletries.
Michelin-Starred Dining & Riverfront Cocktails
Home to one of Florence's most celebrated Michelin-starred dining destinations and an intimate riverside bistro adorned with Picasso drawings.
Borgo San Jacopo (1 Michelin Star)
Awarded 1 Michelin star, Borgo San Jacopo is an exceptional culinary temple floating above the Arno River with direct views of the Ponte Vecchio. The chef crafts imaginative degustation menus honoring classic Italian flavors with contemporary brilliance, paired from an award-winning cellar of over 1,000 labels.
Picteau Bistrot & Bar
Named in honor of Pablo Picasso and Jean Cocteau, whose original drawings grace the dining parlor. Guests can enjoy morning cappuccino, light Mediterranean lunches, and sunset aperitifs on the intimate outdoor riverfront terrace suspended over the Arno right next to the Ponte Vecchio.
Arno Riverfront Breakfast
Wake up to breakfast with front-row views of rowers gliding beneath Ponte Vecchio. Enjoy artisan Tuscan brioches, cured prosciutto di cinta senese, fresh sheep's milk ricotta, smoked salmon, organic juices, and made-to-order gourmet eggs and Italian espresso.
La Terrazza Rooftop Lounge
Guests of Hotel Lungarno receive VIP table reservations at La Terrazza, the breathtaking rooftop cocktail lounge perched atop the medieval Consorti Tower at sister property Continentale, commanding unmatched 360-degree sunset panoramas of Florence.
A Museum of 20th-Century Modern Masterpieces
Hotel Lungarno is unique among European luxury hotels for housing one of the world's finest private collections of 20th-century art integrated seamlessly into its public salons and private suites. Over 450 original works line the hotel's walls, providing an intimate, gallery-like encounter with modern artistic genius.
Pablo Picasso & Jean Cocteau
Rare original drawings, sketches, and lithographs by Pablo Picasso and his friend Jean Cocteau are displayed in Picteau Bistrot and the prestigious Suite Picasso.
Italian Modern Masters
Significant paintings and sculptures by 20th-century Italian masters Mario Sironi, Antonio Bueno, Marino Marini, and Ottone Rosai adorn the corridors and guestroom foyers.
Curated Art Concierge
The hotel's art concierge offers private guided walkthroughs of the collection, as well as VIP access to Florence's premier private galleries and restoration ateliers.
Artisan Oltrarno Quarter
Directly behind the hotel lies the Oltrarno, Florence's centuries-old neighborhood of leather craftsmen, gold leaf restorers, antique dealers, and bespoke shoemakers.
The Ferragamo Hospitality Legacy
As part of the Ferragamo family's Lungarno Collection, guests of Hotel Lungarno enjoy seamless cross-privileges across Florence:
- White Iris Beauty Spa: Indulge in tailored facial and massage rituals by [comfort zone] at the spa in sister hotel Continentale
- Cross-Signing Privileges: Charge dining and rooftop drinks from Portrait Firenze, Gallery Hotel Art, and Continentale directly to your room folio
- Salvatore Ferragamo Flagship VIP Benefits: Dedicated appointments at the historic Palazzo Spini Feroni boutique and Ferragamo Museum on Via de' Tornabuoni
- Private River Boat & Arno Cruises: Private electric boat cruises departing directly from near the hotel for champagne sunset tours
Frequently Asked Questions
Hotel Lungarno is situated at Borgo San Jacopo 14 in Florence's Oltrarno district, directly on the southern bank of the Arno River. It is just a 1-minute stroll from the Ponte Vecchio, 5 minutes from the Uffizi Gallery and Pitti Palace, and 10 minutes from the Duomo.
Hotel Lungarno is owned by the Salvatore Ferragamo family (Lungarno Collection) and is the only luxury hotel in Florence situated directly on the Arno water with uninterrupted views of Ponte Vecchio. It functions as a living art museum with over 450 20th-century original modern artworks by Picasso, Cocteau, and Italian masters, alongside 1-Michelin-starred restaurant Borgo San Jacopo.
When booking through Vincent Vacations, guests receive complimentary daily buffet breakfast for two, a $100 USD Food & Beverage credit per room per stay (redeemable at Borgo San Jacopo or Picteau Bistrot & Bar), room upgrade upon arrival subject to availability, early check-in / late check-out subject to availability, and complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi.
Guests enjoy cross-signing and priority reservation privileges across the entire Lungarno Collection in Florence, including access to the White Iris Beauty Spa by Comfort Zone at Hotel Continentale, La Terrazza rooftop bar atop the medieval Consorti Tower, and personalized shopping benefits at the Salvatore Ferragamo flagship boutique on Via de' Tornabuoni.