- A charming hotel with comfortable rooms and a roof terrace
- Located inside Lucca's walls a short walking distance from all the sights
Hotel Ilaria and Residenza dell’Alba is centrally located in Lucca, aptly settled inside the Renaissance city walls. Just a ten-minute walk from Porta San Gervasio, Guinigi Tower and Piazza dell’Anfiteatro to name a few, this hotel allows guests to explore much of the city by foot.The hotel is close to public transport links and shops and restaurants can be found within just a five-minute walk. A delicious breakfast buffet is available to guests every morning within a charming venue, and a quaint courtyard and rooftop terrace are perfect for the summer months. Guest rooms are stylishly decorated and feature stunning city views, with top quality amenities for a very comfortable stay. To help explore the city further, a complimentary bicycle rental is also available at this hotel.
The hotel has 41 rooms (official rating 4 star).
Facilities
Bars & Restaurants
Breakfast Buffet
A delightful buffet breakfast is available each morning to guests and served in a light and airy breakfast room.
Lounge
A comfortable bar area is available for guests to unwind.
Activities & Entertainment
Rooftop Terrace
An open rooftop terrace with ample seating, sunloungers and a whirlpool offers a great place to relax in the summer months.
Complimentary bicycle hire
Wifi & Parking
Free Wifi
Stay connected with the wifi free of charge.
About the location
Holidays in Lucca take you to the beautiful Tuscan countryside in the heart of Italy. This Renaissance town is home to 16th Century architecture and historic sights, with the vineyards and rolling green hills of Tuscany just outside its walls.
Perfect for a city break or part of a longer trip, spend your holidays in Lucca partaking in the ancient Italian art of people watching in the relaxed cafés and family run trattorias lining its streets and bustling Piazzas. Wander the streets or hire bicycles and stop off at the many beautiful sights, before heading into the countryside for wine tasting, exquisite cuisine and spectacular photo opportunities.
Day trips are a must on any holiday in Lucca. Florence’s Renaissance architecture and wonderful artworks are just over an hour away by train or car. Visit the leaning tower of Pisa or the town of Livorno which dates back to the 16th Century. Both are under an hour away.
Transfer time
The hotel is 30 minute transfer from Pisa airport. We recommend hiring a car in your destination. Simply call us once you’ve completed your booking and we will talk you through the options.
Superior Room
Max 3 Adults
Superior Rooms offer extra room for added comfort and can sleep up to triple occupancy. Rooms are available on request.
29m²
Triple Room
Max 3 Adults
Triple Rooms are available on request.
29m²
Suite
Max 3 Adults
Suites span two levels and on the lower level is the day area with large bathroom, while the top floor features night area, a second bathroom and work-in closet.
42m²
Double Room
Max 2 Adults
Double Rooms are elegantly furnished in cherry red shades and are available in single or double occupancy. Rooms are available on request.
26m²
Double Single Use Classic
Based on 1605 traveller reviews
94% of travellers recommended this hotel
Travellers Ratings
Excellent
1081
Very Good
418
Average
76
Poor
20
Terrible
10
Reviews
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Shockingly poor experience
Ben I, San Diego, California
Jun 27 2025
We stayed at this hotel for 1 night. The room was on the first floor of the annex with a window facing a wall. The bathroom was designed for the elderly which is great if one requires a seat to...
We stayed at this hotel for 1 night. The room was on the first floor of the annex with a window facing a wall. The bathroom was designed for the elderly which is great if one requires a seat to take a shower. Otherwise it was extremely poor quality. Worst of all the bathroom had a very strong smell of bleach. All in all the worst hotel experience we have had in many year. Shocking really.
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Philip C, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom
Jun 19 2025
I had such a lovely stay here - only 2 nights - and I was sorry to leave. Very well appointed room, with tea/coffee making facilities and a small fridge. Immaculately clean and a terrace, surrounded...
I had such a lovely stay here - only 2 nights - and I was sorry to leave. Very well appointed room, with tea/coffee making facilities and a small fridge. Immaculately clean and a terrace, surrounded by jasmine, with a jacuzzi! Wonderful breakfast and friendly staff who offered free prosecco in the Caf?? Bar at 5pm. Seemed too good to be true, but it was. Very convenient location near the walls and the Orto Botanico di Lucca. 15 minute, very pleasant, walk to the train station. I will definitely go back!
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Perfect location, great hospitality.
Susan W, Marshfield, Massachusetts
May 17 2025
perfect location, amazing hospitality! Situated at the wall to the old city, Llaria is the perfect location. clean and spacious rooms and amazing staff! super friendly and helpful. The reason for the...
perfect location, amazing hospitality! Situated at the wall to the old city, Llaria is the perfect location. clean and spacious rooms and amazing staff! super friendly and helpful. The reason for the one less stars is because the pillows are horrible and make for a lousy sleep and the shower leaked water all over the floor. breakfast was excellent on the terrace and they offered snack food and drinks all day complimentary w a wine bar also at 5:00 PM. Overall it realy was the perfect spot. we didnt use the complimentary bikes but it was a great add on for guests.
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Nice location, lacks Italian feel
TheScribelers, Horsham, United Kingdom
Apr 25 2025
We stayed in a refurbished annex in the towers of the old wall. Very well appointed room but sadly, for us, lacked any authentic, Italian feel. Wardrobe hanging arrangement is an odd hooked stick...
We stayed in a refurbished annex in the towers of the old wall. Very well appointed room but sadly, for us, lacked any authentic, Italian feel. Wardrobe hanging arrangement is an odd hooked stick due to the height of the hangers. Hair drier is wall mounted, good but awkward.
Pros:
- location
- helpful staff who booked restaurants; Puccini concert and wine tasting
- Prosecco happy hour between 5 and 7 a nice touch
- easy walking distance from the Railway Station
- fantastic fast mobile charging points literally by the beds
Cons:
- sadly a little generic as a hotel
- breakfast room now too small (given additional annex rooms) which can result in queues
Hope helpful.
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Dicky B, Manchester, United Kingdom
Apr 22 2025
Just returned from a 3 night stay at this superb hotel.
Everything from location, decor, facilities & food are top notch ( 5* )
I would not hesitate in recommending this hotel for your Lucca stay...
Just returned from a 3 night stay at this superb hotel.
Everything from location, decor, facilities & food are top notch ( 5* )
I would not hesitate in recommending this hotel for your Lucca stay !!
Above & beyond all of our expectations, including a gust complimentary cafe
between 12:00 - 19:00 p.m. and happy hour between 17 : 00 & 19:00 when Prosecco
is on the house !!! - Never seen either of the above before.
The hotel was fastidiously clean and the client care was second to none.
A big thanks to everyone client facing and behind the scenes, who made this break 5 Star in the true sense of the word. !!!
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