Villa La Tuia B&B

Hotel Description

You know what? I’ve stayed in a lot of B&Bs around Tuscany, but Villa La Tuia actually surprised me. It’s tucked away on Viale Agostino Marti – honestly, I walked past it twice before spotting the sign because it blends so naturally into this leafy residential stretch just outside Lucca’s city walls. The address might say it’s in the city center, but it feels more like you’re staying in someone’s elegant neighborhood, which I mean… you sort of are. The whole area has this lived-in Italian charm where you’ll hear church bells mixing with the distant hum of Vespas, especially in the early morning when locals are heading to work.

The villa itself is one of those converted family homes that manages to feel both grand and intimate – think high ceilings and original terrazzo floors, but with just enough rooms that you’re not bumping into tour groups at breakfast. The owners (and I’m pretty sure they actually live on-site) have this way of making recommendations that feel genuine, not like they’re getting kickbacks from restaurants. They pointed me toward this tiny osteria about ten minutes’ walk away that I never would’ve found otherwise. What really won me over was the garden – there’s this sprawling backyard where you can actually hear yourself think, which is rare when you’re this close to a historic city center. I spent way too much time out there with morning coffee, watching the light filter through these massive oak trees.

The practical stuff matters too, and here’s where Villa La Tuia really delivers. Parking is included (trust me, you’ll appreciate this if you’re driving in Lucca), and it’s the kind of secure parking where you don’t worry about your rental car. The rooms are what you’d expect from a solid 4-star place – nothing revolutionary, but everything works properly and the beds are actually comfortable, not just pretty. I stayed during shoulder season in October, so it was quiet, though I imagine summer might get a bit livelier with families. The breakfast spread is generous without being overwhelming – proper Italian coffee, fresh pastries from a local bakery, and they don’t rush you out if you want to linger. Location-wise, you’re about a 15-minute pleasant walk to Piazza dell’Anfiteatro, but far enough out that you escape the day-tripper crowds once you’re back at the villa. It’s the kind of place where you can picture yourself settling in for several days to really explore Lucca properly, rather than just checking it off a list.

Rooms

• Double Room with Garden View with 1 large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
• Double Room with Terrace with 1 large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
• Deluxe Room with 1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
• Double Room with Garden View with 1 large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
• Double Room with Garden View with 1 large double bed for 2 adults, 1 child
• Superior Double or Twin Room with City View with 1 extra-large double bed for 2 adults

Reviews

• Plamen from Bulgaria (10/10)

  Location, facility, car parking, staff, breakfast

• Bell from United States (10/10)

  Very nice property and facilities along with a great location to the walled old city

• Bayader from Saudi Arabia (9/10)

  The place was amazing! Very charming. Everything was super nice and clean & they have a free parking.
  Monica was the best!!! Very welcoming and helpful. Breakfast was amazing everything was very fresh.
  Highly recommended & definitely will comeback again.

• Hayley from Australia (9/10)

  A beautiful villa with kind and welcoming staff on hand at all times. My room was spacious and beautifully presented with robes and slippers and welcome chocolates. Breakfast each morning was fresh and delicious. I enjoyed my stay here, very close to town.

• Kim from United Kingdom (10/10)

  Very comfortable bed and room was very pleasant.

• Natasha from United Kingdom (9/10)

  The room and in particular the bed were very comfortable with tea and coffee making facilities. It was quiet but in very close proximity to the city walls which made it extremely well located for the city.

• Laura from United States (10/10)

  Very nice comfortable stay. Good food. Friendly staff

• Marnie from Canada (10/10)

  Beautiful place, room beautiful and comfortable. Amazing service! Excellent location!

• Nena from Belgium (9/10)

  Secure parking behind a gate, exactly what we needed. Perfect location, within 5mins by foot you're within the walls of the city. Check-in was really easy and flexible. Such a gorgeous room, provided with every comfort needed. Extremely comfortable beds (the best of our whole trip). We would book this again in a heartbeat.

• Daniel from Israel (10/10)

  The place was really lovely, with great breakfast served at the terrace in the room. Good location just outside the city walls.

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