Villa Martina Classic & Luxury Room

Hotel Description

You know what struck me first about Villa Martina? It’s tucked away on Via Bonanno Pisano in this quiet residential pocket that most tourists completely miss – and honestly, that’s exactly what makes it special. I mean, you’re literally a 12-minute walk from the Leaning Tower (I timed it), but you’re staying in this genuinely Italian neighborhood where locals are walking their dogs and chatting with shopkeepers. The building itself has that classic Pisan elegance – thick stone walls that keep everything surprisingly cool even in August, and these gorgeous high ceilings that make you feel like you’re in someone’s well-appointed apartment rather than a hotel room.

The “Classic & Luxury” part isn’t just marketing speak, actually. My room had this perfect mix of restored period details and modern comfort that you don’t always find in Italian hotels. The bathroom was completely updated (thank god – you know how hit-or-miss Italian hotel bathrooms can be), but they kept the original terrazzo floors and these beautiful old shutters that actually work. What I really appreciated was the attention to sound – the windows are properly sealed, so even though you’re in the city, it’s peaceful at night. The WiFi was solid too, which… well, if you’ve traveled in Italy, you know that’s not always a given. Check-in was refreshingly straightforward – the staff clearly knew the neighborhood inside and out, and they gave me these specific walking directions that avoided the tourist crowds entirely.

Here’s the thing about the location that makes it work so well: Via Bonanno Pisano connects to the main historic center, but it’s far enough from the chaos around Campo dei Miracoli that you can actually think straight. There’s this little alimentari two blocks down where I grabbed the best prosciutto sandwich, and the evening passeggiata along the nearby streets feels authentic rather than performative. The 8.5 rating makes sense – it’s not trying to be a luxury resort, but it delivers exactly what you want from a 4-star Italian hotel: character, comfort, and that feeling like you’ve discovered something the guidebooks haven’t ruined yet. If you’re the type who wants to experience Pisa beyond the obligatory tower photo, this is your spot.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $146. Double or Twin Room with Private External Bathroom with 2 single beds and 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $158. Double Room with Private Bathroom with 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $164. Large Double Room with 2 single beds and 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $170. Superior Double Room with 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2
• Estimated price from: $170. Queen Room with 1 large double bed for Max persons: 2

Reviews

• Exceptional – Ramona from Romania – 11 July 2025 (10/10)

  It was very clean, the staff was amazing, very helpful and we had good and efficient communication, the location was good, the room was spacious, the air conditioning was great
  
  What could be improved: I have nothing to complain about, it was great for a short stay in Pisa

• Lovely stay in Pisa – Carole from United Kingdom – 2 July 2025 (8/10)

  Close to the main sites and within walkable distance to the train station. Lovely bright breakfast room offering a good selection for breakfast.

• Excellent place to stay! – Patricia from United Kingdom – 30 June 2025 (10/10)

  Excellent host Martina warm welcome when we arrived earlier than planned,arranged taxi for us to the airport nothing too much trouble.
  Stylish comfortable rooms everything you could need for your stay. Breakfast very relaxed serve yourself from 7am with good selection.
  Great position to explore Pisa and for the airport.
  
  What could be improved: Nothing! 😊

• Exceptional – Krasimira from Bulgaria – 23 June 2025 (10/10)

  Great location: 20 mins walking from Pisa Centrale and 10-15 mins walking from City center.
  Room: clean, comfortable, separate beds upon request, tea, coffee and water as a compliment.
  Breakfast: toast, croissants, fruits, juices, muesli, yogurt.

• Superb – Cicely from United Kingdom – 15 June 2025 (9/10)

  Slept well. Despite being next to a busy road the room was quiet with the window shut and the air conditioning worked well. Very comfy bed and nice bathroom. Good variety of breakfast. Location was good, nearby to the tower.
  
  What could be improved: Nothing really. If I'm being picky then the room we chose had a separate bathroom across the hall which would have been better if it had been an ensuite but I did know it was a separate bathroom on booking so it did meet my expectations.

• Martina was very helpful, great place to stay fir a short stay, room small but quiet clean and comfortable – Barbara from Australia – 12 June 2025 (10/10)

  What a great location, close to attractions and restaurants. Clean comfortable, just perfect
  
  What could be improved: Nothing

• Exceptional – Aine from Ireland – 11 June 2025 (10/10)

  10 minute walk from the leaning tower,
  Lovely host,
  Good breakfast

• Comfortable, with very friendly and helpful staff. – Robert from United Kingdom – 20 May 2025 (9/10)

  It was clean, modern and a good location.
  
  What could be improved: Breakfast was very minimal (no ham, eggs or cheese).

• Enjoyablle place to stay. Good value for money – William from Ireland – 20 May 2025 (8/10)

  Location
  Quietness
  
  What could be improved: No real complaints

• lovely hotel – Yvonne from United Kingdom – 13 May 2025 (10/10)

  location was great – room lovely and clean. amazing shower. Host was super helpful.

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