Hotel Lord Byron

A fine exemplification of superlative hospitality, distinguished host, Amedeo Ottaviani, also the owner of the luxurious Regency Hotel in Florence, offers guests every imaginable service. The former patrician villa with pristine white exterior is hidden away on a cobblestone street in the city’s most exclusive residential neighborhood near the Villa Borghese park. The peaceful but central location and highly personalized guest care are the successful ingredients in creating the intimate ambiance of a private home. An inviting lounge and library, just beyond the reception area, are decorated in line with the entire hotel in sleek art-deco style with lacquered black pieces and gold or red accents in carpeting, drapes, and upholstery all set off by stark white walls. The host’s delightful private collection of portrait paintings displayed throughout softens the ambiance. Sumptuous bedrooms and suites on three top floors have the same attention to detail, with vintage marble bathrooms and views over stately villas and a lush park. Downstairs is the attractive, club-like Salotto bar and lounge, where you can enjoy light lunches and winetastings from the award-winning cellars. Not to be missed is a meal at the elegant restaurant, Sapori del Lord Byron, highly praised by the Wine Spectator, the house chef creates his renowned dishes with total respect to traditional Italian cuisine and ingredients.