8/10 Good
Beverly S.
28 Oct 2018
Beautiful, Historic Lodging Right Where the Action Is
Our group of two couples enjoyed our stay in this beautifully historic property. The place is huge and furnished with mostly antique pieces, which probably justifies the €500 damage deposit which must be given upon arrival. We had some difficulty in finding the place due to construction on the roads and lack of detailed information on how to enter the walled city, where to find parking, etc. Be aware that driving inside the walls is not permitted for guests and can result in steep fines. Our GPS took us all the way to the walls of Lucca, but was unable to navigate within the city. I would suggest that along with reservation confirmation, renters be provided a detailed map of Lucca and specific information on how to access parking etc. prior to arrival. We would certainly have welcomed this after 30+ hours of travel.
The apartment itself was lovely, clean, and extremely spacious. We ended up sharing the one shower which was located downstairs after discovering that the upstairs “shower” was just a handheld unit in a large jacuzzi tub. The one suggestion I would offer to improve guests’ experience is that the management consider replacing the towels and bed linens with newer ones. The pillows on the beds were some of the flattest I have ever seen and the linens in general had all seen better days. Some guests may enjoy extremely firm mattresses and will find these to be exactly to their liking.
The Piazza Cittadella is a very lively place with several excellent cafes literally just steps away. We enjoyed the vibe of the place, but be aware that the activity and noise on the square may continue into the wee hours of the morning. For those needing quiet, this could be a consideration.
All in all, this property served our needs well for the six days that we stayed. The historic city of Lucca was perfect and charming in every way and we cannot wait to return.
Beverly S.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2018