Hotel Residence Esplanade

Hotel Description

Look, I’ve stayed at my share of hotels in Viareggio, and Hotel Residence Esplanade actually gets it right in ways that surprised me. The location on Piazza Puccini is honestly perfect – you’re literally a two-minute walk from the beach, but more importantly, you’re right in the heart of where locals actually hang out. That piazza comes alive in the evenings when families bring their kids out to play and the older guys start their never-ending card games at the café tables.

The hotel itself has this sort of understated elegance that I really appreciated. It’s not trying to be some flashy resort – instead, it feels like a well-run Italian family operation that happens to have 4-star amenities. The lobby has these beautiful marble floors that stay cool even in August (trust me, this matters), and the staff… well, they actually remember your name after the first day. I mean, the front desk guy Marco knew I liked my espresso extra strong by day three. The rooms are spacious – and I’m talking properly spacious, not “spacious for Europe” – with balconies that overlook either the piazza or catch glimpses of the sea if you’re lucky. The air conditioning works properly, which honestly isn’t always a given in Italian hotels, even good ones.

What really sets this place apart is how it sits in the neighborhood. You’re close enough to the main drag along the waterfront to hit the beach clubs and seafood restaurants, but far enough back that you’re not dealing with the tourist chaos. Via Regia is right there if you want to do some actual shopping (not just beach stuff), and the Thursday market is practically at your doorstep. The hotel has its own parking situation figured out too, which – if you’ve ever tried to park in Viareggio during summer – you’ll know is worth its weight in gold. Honestly, the whole experience feels more like staying at a really nice apartment in town rather than being stuck in some hotel bubble. The 8.5 rating makes sense once you’re there; it’s not perfect, but it nails the things that actually matter when you’re trying to experience a place rather than just pass through it.

Rooms

• Apartment with Balcony with 1 large double bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults
• Classic Double Room with 1 large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
• Family Room (4 People) with 1 large double bed for 4 adults
• Family Room (3 People) with 1 sofa bed and 1 large double bed for 3 adults
• Junior Suite with Lateral Sea View with 1 large double bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults
• Superior Double Room with Balcony with 1 large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
• Suite with Spa Bath and Sauna with 1 large double bed and 1 sofa bed for 2 adults
• Suite with Balcony and Turkish Bath with 1 large double bed and 1 sofa bed for 2 adults
• Suite with Spa Bath with 1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults
• Deluxe Double Room with Spa Bath with 1 large double bed for 2 adults

Reviews

• Nikola from Switzerland (9/10)

  Great hotel location, amazing stuff, just renovated gym, Art Deco ornaments, hotel bicycles.
  The room was decent with a small balcony and two separated rooms.

• Pauline from Hungary (8/10)

  Lovely location by the beach with a great breakfast and clean comfortable rooms and friendly staff.

• Judy from Canada (8/10)

  location was excellent, the hotel exceeded my expectations.

• Lorraine from United Kingdom (7/10)

  The hotel was in a nice location, close to the beach and promenade. The staff were helpful & friendly.

• Aldo from United Kingdom (8/10)

  The breakfast selection was very good. The room we had was compact and contemporary and was good for a couple of days.

• Carol from United Kingdom (9/10)

  The hotel is in a fabulous location only a short stroll to the beach. The staff could not be nicer, so helpful
  , always there to help.

• Jodie from United Kingdom (9/10)

  Staff were lovely and very helpful – our airconditioning was leaking, we let the staff know and they responded immediately. When they weren't able to fix the problem we were upgraded to a suite free of charge! Facilities were good and room clean. Good range of food at breakfast.

• Bruna from Ireland (7/10)

  Perfect location, with restaurants, stores and beach clubs in a walking distance.
  Good breakfast and many options, staff are welcome and friendly.
  Nice beach club with chairs, umbrellas, swimming pool, toilets and showers, bar and restaurant (45€ per day).

• Douglas from United Kingdom (9/10)

  Great location and spacious room

• Hilde from Norway (9/10)

  Nice hotel with very good location,
  a few steps from the beach and the main street with shops and restaurants.
  Hotel staff very serviceminded!
  Perfect that the hotel has an agreement with beach clubs and arranged space and payment for us.
  The arrangement for street parking also worked well.

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