Villa Rossini

Hotel Description

Look, I’ve stayed at a lot of places around Tuscany, but Villa Rossini actually surprised me – and honestly, that doesn’t happen often anymore. It’s tucked away on Via San Quirico, which is this quiet residential street about ten minutes from Lucca’s old city walls. You know what I mean when I say it feels authentically Italian? Like, the kind of place where the owner’s grandmother probably lived upstairs and they converted it into a hotel that still feels like… well, like a home someone actually cares about.

The building itself is this gorgeous 19th-century villa with those classic pale yellow walls and green shutters that look perfect in photos but somehow even better in person. When you pull up (and yes, there’s actually decent parking – a miracle in this part of Italy), you’re greeted by this incredible garden that honestly smells like jasmine and rosemary. The rooms are what I’d call “thoughtfully restored” – they’ve kept all the original details like the high ceilings and terracotta floors, but added modern touches that actually work. My bathroom had heated floors, which… I mean, you don’t expect that in a place that feels this traditional, but there you go.

What really got me was how the staff seemed to know exactly what you needed before you asked. The woman at reception – I think her name was Giulia – gave me this hand-drawn map showing the best gelato place (it’s called Grom, tiny spot near Piazza dell’Anfiteatro) and told me which nights the local osteria down the street gets too crowded with tourists. She was right on both counts. The hotel serves breakfast in this sun-drenched conservatory overlooking the garden, and honestly, it’s the kind of spread that makes you want to wake up early – fresh pastries from the bakery in town, local honey that tastes like wildflowers, and coffee that’s strong enough to wake the dead. You can rent bikes right from the hotel, which is perfect because Lucca is absolutely made for cycling – those Renaissance walls have been turned into this elevated bike path that circles the entire old town. Villa Rossini sits in that sweet spot where you’re close enough to walk into the historic center when you want the action, but far enough away that you can actually sleep at night without hearing drunk tourists stumbling over cobblestones. The 8.8 rating makes sense – it’s not trying to be flashy or over-the-top fancy, it’s just really, really good at being what it is.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $170. Two-Bedroom House with 1 single bed, 1 double bed, 2 single beds and 1 sofa bed for Max persons: 4
• Estimated price from: $175. Deluxe Two-Bedroom Apartment with 2 single beds, 1 double bed and 1 sofa bed for Max persons: 4
• Estimated price from: $175. Two-Bedroom House with 2 single beds, 1 double bed and 1 sofa bed for Max persons: 4

Reviews

• Gorgeous villa near Lucca – Caroline from United Kingdom – 10 June 2025 (10/10)

  Everything! Accommodation was spacious and very clean, great outdoor seating options and the pool was lovely. Amazing gardens and setting with fabulous view
  
  What could be improved: Nothing!

• Exceptional stay – Neal from United States – 24 May 2025 (10/10)

  Safe. Good location. Very comfortable.
  
  What could be improved: It was exceptional

• Beautiful family stay – Tamsyn from United Kingdom – 17 April 2025 (10/10)

  The location is amazing, and the home is lovely and rustic. Elena is such a wonderful host. We didn't want to leave.

• A beautiful villa, in a beautiful location in a beautiful country – Lyndsey from United Kingdom – 8 April 2025 (10/10)

  We love the location of this beautiful property, it’s a short distance away from Luca by car or bus. Or you can walk along the arch’s, local restaurants and bars a short distance walk and supermarket. The owners are so lovely and nothing is too much trouble for them to help you, we love staying here ❤️

• Pristine and relaxing stay in the Tuscan countryside – Carly from Canada – 5 April 2025 (10/10)

  We loved how quiet and peaceful the area was. The grounds were beautiful. It was the perfect break from an otherwise busy-city vacation that we needed. The space was huge, and 2 bathrooms were an amazing perk for our family of four. We really appreciated the washing machine and large drying racks, and on sunny days it was lovely to have the windows open.
  
  There is a lovely walking trail nearby under an ancient aqueduct, and local shops are conveniently located. Make sure to spend a day in nearby Lucca.
  
  The hosts gifted us an amazing homemade apple cake upon arrival, such a nice treat!

• Roomy comfortable and very clean – Michael from United Kingdom – 10 March 2025 (10/10)

  Lovely host and excellent property
  We were so happy with our stay and wouldn’t hesitate to stay again

• I had an amazing stay! A sweet, informative host who made the experience unforgettable! – Jesenia from United States – 16 October 2024 (10/10)

  Amazing Stay in a Beautiful Villa!
  
  I recently stayed at this Villa Rossini and had the best time! Everything was perfect from start to finish. The kitchen was fully equipped and made it so easy to prepare meals—definitely a huge plus for anyone who loves to cook! The villa itself was comfortable, spotless, and had a welcoming vibe that made us feel right at home. Getting to the villa was incredibly simple and hassle-free, which was a relief after a long journey.
  
  The host was super sweet and informative, always ready to offer helpful tips and make sure we had everything we needed. It made the stay feel even more personal and enjoyable. Overall, it was an unforgettable experience, and I can't recommend this place enough!

• Superb – Rosalind from Canada – 11 October 2024 (9/10)

  Spacious 2 bedroom apt on 2 levels. Had most everything needed for a comfortable stay.
  
  What could be improved: Kitchen working space a bit limited but not a big issue.

• Exceptional – Eliza from United Kingdom – 2 September 2024 (10/10)

  Really comfortable and well equipped self catering house with plenty of lovely places to sit outside and enjoy the surroundings. Well maintained by the friendly family. So peaceful! Just a short walk to the local shop and restaurant and 30 minute cycle to Lucca. Definitely book this place!

• Beautiful villa, lovely hosts would highly recommend. – Natalie from United Kingdom – 12 August 2024 (10/10)

  It’s a stunning property with great amenities and easy to get to the nearest supermarket and a couple of local restaurants. The staff are fantastic.
  
  What could be improved: There was nothing we didn’t like but struggled some days with the location without a car. That said the owners helped with taxi’s etc.

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