Facing the Arno from Florence’s quieter south bank, Hotel Lungarno sits almost level with the water, a few steps from Ponte Vecchio. The interiors by Michele Bönan pair navy and white tones with polished timber, fine fabrics and an important collection of modern Italian art. Rooms and suites make the river part of the décor through framed views, balconies and rooftop terraces in selected categories. Borgo San Jacopo brings Michelin-starred dining to the waterfront, while Picteau Cocktail Bar occupies a salon-like space lined with paintings and windows opening directly towards the bridge.