Hotel Galilei

Hotel Description

You know what struck me first about Hotel Galilei? The location is actually pretty clever – they’ve tucked it right where Via Darsena meets Via Aurelia, which means you’re literally steps from the Arno River but still on the main road that connects you to everything else. I mean, most people think of Pisa as just the tower and done, but this spot puts you in the working heart of the city where locals actually hang out. The darsena area has this authentic maritime feel that tourists usually miss completely – there’s still fishing boats and that slightly salty river smell that reminds you Pisa was once a major port city.

The hotel itself feels like someone took a solid 4-star property and didn’t try to oversell it, which I honestly appreciate. The rooms are comfortable without being flashy, and the staff actually seems to know the neighborhood (the guy at reception told me about this tiny osteria around the corner that wasn’t in any guidebook). What I really liked was how quiet it gets at night – Via Aurelia can be busy during the day, but once evening hits, it’s surprisingly peaceful. The building has that sturdy Italian construction that just dampens sound naturally. Check-in was smooth, though I’d recommend arriving before 7 PM since the front desk seems to thin out later in the evening.

Here’s the thing about the 7.6 rating – it feels about right, and I mean that as a compliment. This isn’t trying to be some boutique showpiece or luxury palace. It’s the kind of place where you get a really good night’s sleep, solid breakfast, and you’re perfectly positioned to explore Pisa like someone who actually lives there rather than just racing to snap photos of the leaning tower. The walk to Piazza dei Miracoli takes maybe 15 minutes if you stroll, but honestly, some of my best Pisa memories happened just wandering the streets between the hotel and the main sights. Plus, if you’re driving, parking here is so much easier than trying to navigate the medieval center – trust me on that one. It’s not the fanciest place you’ll ever stay, but it’s exactly what you want when you’re more interested in experiencing a city than just checking it off your list.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $108. Standard Double Room with 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $108. Standard Twin Room with 2 single beds for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $126. Double Room with Extra Bed with 1 single bed and 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $153. Junior Suite with 1 sofa bed and 1 large double bed for Max persons: 3
• Estimated price from: $111. Single Room with 1 single bed for Max persons: 1

Reviews

• Superb – Pontus from Sweden – 14 July 2025 (9/10)

  Ample storage space, good variety of toiletries available. Good breakfast variety.
  
  What could be improved: The bathroom sink was clogged, no chairs on the balcony.

• Close to the airport, friendly staff, great breakfast with clean comfortable room. – Nicola from United Kingdom – 8 July 2025 (7/10)

  Comfortable bed, clean room, excellent breakfast, free plentiful parking
  
  What could be improved: Our window let in the sound of wind which disturbed us during the night. I would have like a kettle or coffee facility in the room.

• Very good – Carroll from Ireland – 7 July 2025 (8/10)

  Adjacent to airport. Clean and comfortable. Enjoyed breakfast. Staff helpful and friendly.

• Ticked all the boxes for overnight stay from flight in. – Andrew from United Kingdom – 23 June 2025 (8/10)

  Really close to the airport but not noisy. Very comfortable. Good food in restaurant. Friendly staff.

• Great location and friendly, helpful staff – Sabine from United Kingdom – 11 May 2025 (8/10)

  Location is great from the hotel in a taxi. Great value for money
  
  What could be improved: Walls are thin and you could hear other guests coming in and leaving early in the morning

• Close to airport, good sound insolation, poor breakfast – Sabīne36 from Latvia – 22 April 2025 (9/10)

  Close to airport, clean, comfy beds
  
  What could be improved: Chilly room (no.650), poor breakfast for vegetariens or vegans. The price too high for early spring months and such breakfast, I think.

• So convenient for car hire and airport. – Ingrid from United Kingdom – 24 February 2025 (7/10)

  Close to the car hire company we hired a car from. Close to the airport the car hire company took us back to the airport free of charge.
  
  What could be improved: Nothing

• Very good – J from United Kingdom – 24 October 2024 (8/10)

  Reception and Bar staff were lovely. Reception open 24 hours. Close to airport.
  
  What could be improved: 17 Euro seafood risotto was not up to price. Problems with finding hotel using Google maps.

• Very good – Victoria from Ireland – 21 October 2024 (8/10)

  Flight was cancelled from Pisa. last minute booking. Room was good size and comfortable. Start so kind . Breakfast was lovely, loads of options
  
  What could be improved: Maybe few more bathroom bits, shampoo and conditioner. Tiny bottle for two.

• Great Hotel – Malcolm from United Kingdom – 17 October 2024 (9/10)

  Lovely room. Good food and very clean and comfy
  
  What could be improved: If you are walking it's about a 20 min walk from town, not to bad as long as you are ok with walking. No bus nearby.

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