Residence Domus

Hotel Description

Look, I’ve stayed at my fair share of places in Pisa, and honestly, most tourists just crash near the train station and call it a day. But Residence Domus on Via la Tinta? This is where you want to be if you actually want to feel like you’re living in the city, not just visiting it.

The thing that struck me right away was how quiet this street is – I mean, you’re literally a ten-minute walk from the Leaning Tower madness, but Via la Tinta feels like a different world entirely. It’s this narrow residential street where you’ll hear actual Pisans going about their daily lives, not tour groups shuffling by at 7 AM. The building itself has that solid, understated elegance that Italian hotels do so well when they’re not trying too hard. Nothing flashy, just… right, you know? The front desk staff actually remembered my name by day two, which doesn’t happen often at four-star places.

What really won me over was the attention to details that matter when you’re staying somewhere for more than just a night. The rooms are spacious – and I mean actually spacious, not “European spacious” – with these gorgeous high ceilings that keep everything cool even in summer. The beds are properly firm (thank god), and there’s enough closet space that I didn’t have to live out of my suitcase. But here’s the kicker: the kitchenette setup is legit. I’m talking full-sized fridge, decent stovetop, actual counter space. Perfect for when you hit up the morning market at Piazza delle Vettovaglie and want to make a proper breakfast instead of paying fifteen euros for hotel croissants.

The neighborhood is what really makes this place special though. You’re tucked into this residential pocket between the river and the university area, so there’s always this gentle buzz of student life without the chaos. That little osteria around the corner – I think it’s called Da Bruno – serves the best cacio e pepe I had in all of Tuscany, and the owner will absolutely lecture you about wine if you let him (in the best possible way). Walking to the Arno takes maybe five minutes, and once you’re there, you’ve got this perfect evening stroll along the water with views that’ll make you forget why you came to see that tilted tower in the first place.

I’ll be honest, the only thing that bugged me was the WiFi could be spotty in the evenings when everyone’s streaming, but that’s pretty much standard for this part of Italy. And if you’re driving, parking can be a bit of a puzzle – though the staff will sort you out with a spot nearby if you ask nicely. The 8.8 rating makes total sense to me because this isn’t about luxury amenities or Instagram-worthy lobbies. It’s about nailing the fundamentals while giving you a genuine slice of what living in Pisa actually feels like. You’ll leave feeling like you discovered something, not just stayed somewhere.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $135. Studio with 2 single beds and 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $141. Large Studio with 1 large double bed and 2 single beds for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $146. Apartment – Ground Floor with 2 single beds for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $152. Maisonette with 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2

Reviews

• Exceptional – Catalina from Romania – 24 June 2025 (10/10)

  Very nice and comfortable apartment, located close to all areas of interest. Kitchen equipped with necessary utensils for breakfast, balcony overlooking a very nice interior courtyard. Extraordinary host, provides map and detailed directions for all tourist attractions. I highly recommend this accommodation, I will definitely book again when I travel to Pisa.

• Cannot fault the accommodation – Sue from United Kingdom – 12 June 2025 (10/10)

  Lovely people, central location, near to river, shopping and station
  
  What could be improved: Nothing

• A quiet comfortable courtyard facing ground floor small comfortable apartment near the Arno Rivers and cafes and bistros – Andrew from United States – 9 June 2025 (8/10)

  Great location near the Arno River and bistros, very nice apartment layout and beautiful courtyard outside, wonderfully helpful staff person Analisa, comfortable bed, good furnishings closets dining table chair desk
  
  What could be improved: no heater control (Pisa city mandate for post-April!), very few or no sockets in kitchen/dining/desk area, slippery bathroom floor, odd folding glass doors for shower, some fixtures loose and need repair

• Felt comfortable, safe and relaxed – Alison from United Kingdom – 25 May 2025 (10/10)

  Warm reception. Lovely room. Fab location.
  
  What could be improved: All good!

• A delightful apartment in a fascinating city – Alison from United Kingdom – 12 May 2025 (9/10)

  The location was central but quiet, with interesting restaurants and cafe (where we had breakfast,). Close to the Arno. We were met with a very warm welcome and lots of helpful info. The beds were great! I felt safe and at home.

• Superb – Colin from United Kingdom – 11 April 2025 (9/10)

  The apartment was excellent, both in respect of location and size. The lady at reception was extremely helpful and friendly and made us feel very welcome. The only issue, and this was a minor point, the visitors wifi was flaky and inconsistent.

• Great location with a very kind and friendly receptionist. – Vivien from United Kingdom – 26 October 2024 (10/10)

  We had a lovely stay in Residence Domus. Annalisa at reception was very charming, welcoming and informative.
  It is situated in a very central part of town, close to the river Arno and within easy walking distance of the Tower.
  There are good restaurants and cafes nearby.
  It was very clean.
  Annalisa was very kind. Many thanks!
  
  What could be improved: It was all wonderful.

• Lovely studio in Pisa centre – Ailie from United Kingdom – 23 October 2024 (10/10)

  Lady at reception was very friendly and helpful.
  
  Studio was just as described, very clean, had nice terrace. Good location with plenty restaurants, bars and shops within short walking distance.
  
  What could be improved: Nothing

• Excellent stay – Tony from United Kingdom – 22 October 2024 (10/10)

  Nice room. Lovely garden view. Fantastic staff and host.
  
  What could be improved: Nothing

• Well wrth considering, very comfortable ad really awesome host who makes you feel at home.. Fab – Joe from Ireland – 15 October 2024 (8/10)

  Really great host and wonderful room, very spacious.. very local to everything 10/10
  
  What could be improved: Had to leave !:)

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