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Alla Dolce Vita Hotel Lucca [edit info]
Via Fillungo, 232
Lucca, Italy
Amenities:Room Service, Parking, Pets Allowed, Airport shuttle, Non-Smoking Rooms, Kitchenette, Coffee / Tea Maker
Description:Bed & Breakfast Alla Dolce Vita is located in Lucca's historical centre, a few steps from the Roman amphitheatre and the 12th century church S. Frediano. The friendly structure is on the first floor of a 19th century building and is the ideal starting point to discover the many art treasures of this city and of the nearby Tuscan cities.
Overview:
Our recently renovated, 19th century, Tuscan style guesthouse is excellently located in Via Fillungo, the main street; an ideal base from which you can experience Lucca and its special atmosphere.

Lucca's most prestigious shopping street snakes past palaces, boutiques and restaurants in the historic heart of the city, just a few steps away from the Roman amphitheatre and the 12th century church of S.Frediano. It is lined with open-air bars where you can relax and watch Lucca stroll by. Explore the beautiful squares, visit the museums, or hire a bike and cycle around the city’s ancient walls.

The accommodation, a newly restored first floor apartment in a 19th century building, has been equipped respecting its antique structure and charm. The warm and elegant rooms, with original flooring, create a comfortable and homely atmosphere; you will feel like you are staying in a traditional Italian residence, not a hotel.
Rooms:
Our comfortable and large rooms are furnished in the traditional Tuscan style and the original floors lend the decor a charming touch. Rooms are available in single, double or triple accommodation. A kitchen is shared with the other rooms.

Double Room -

Triple Room -
Check-in:
14:30
Check-out:
11:00
Cancellation Policy:
Cancellation Policy: If cancelled up to 14 days before date of arrival, no fee will be charged.
If cancelled later or in case of no-show, the first night will be charged.

Children and Extra Bed Policy: All children are welcome.
All children under 3 years stay free of charge when using existing bedding.
All older children or adults are charged EUR 10.00 per night and person for extra beds.
Maximum capacity of extra beds/babycots in a room is 1.

Deposit Policy: No deposit will be charged.

VAT and city/tourist taxes: VAT is included.
Service charge is included.
City/tourist tax is included.

Internet: No internet access available.

Meal Plan: This hotel has no meal services.

Parking: No parking available.

Pets: Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.

The hotel reserves the right to pre-authorise credit cards prior to arrival.
Transportation:
By Car:
Coming from Florence or from Pisa by way of freeway A11, or if you come from Viareggio by way of freeway A12, you should drive alongside the walls and enter the town from Porta Santa Maria.

- From the Firenze Mare/Bretella A11-A12 Viareggio/Lucca, take the Lucca exit.
- After the toll booth, follow the signs indicating the city centre, go across the bridge over the railway and take your first right onto Viale Luporini.
- Follow Viale Luporini for about 1.5 km and you will reach Piazzale Italia; it is easily recognisable by the monumental fountain in the centre.
- Go straight, then turn left and follow the signs indicating Abetone.
- The old city walls are on your right. You are on the road Viale Giosuè Carducci, continue straight on, always keeping the walls on your right up to Porta S.Maria.
There are many free parking places outside the walls where you can leave your car.

By Train:
If you arrive in Lucca by train, you can reach us on foot easily in 15 minutes.
Leaving the railway station square, go left onto the large avenue Viale Regina Margherita around the walls.
Follow it for about 200 metres and then enter the town through the Porta S.Pietro.
Then walk down Via Carrara and Via S.Girolamo to get to Piazza Napoleone.
Follow Via Beccheria, then turn right to Via Roma and after 80 metres turn left onto Via Fillungo.
Then go straight on. You will find us at the end of the street.

By Air:
The nearest airport is located at Pisa, only 20 km away.
From there you can reach Lucca in half an hour, by train or car.
Facilities:
Pets Allowed, Non-Smoking Rooms, Heating, Luggage Storage
Description:
Alla Dolce vita " is placed in the very heart of historic center of Lucca, just a few steps away from the roman amphitheatre and the XII century church of S.Frediano. Located in Via fillungo, the main street of the center it is an ideal base to tour the city and to enjoy its special atmosphere. The accommodation, an apartment recently renovated situated at the first floor of a 19 th century building, has been equipped rispecting its antique structure and charm. Our comfortable and large rooms are furnished in old tuscany style and the original floors give a charming touch; each room has its own private bath, with shower or tub and is available in single, double or triple accommodation. A lovely kitchen is shared with the other rooms. Nearby there is a public parking (free parking is outside of the walls just 150 mt. away.
Overview:
Alla Dolce vita " is placed in the very heart of historic center of Lucca, just a few steps away from the roman amphitheatre and the XII century church
Rooms:
DBLST-Double Room with bathroom

DUSST-Single room with one large bed with bathroom

TWNST-Twin room with 2 single beds with bathroom

TPLSH-triple room with private bath
Check-in:
12:00 PM
Check-out:
11:00 AM
Cancellation Policy:
Cancel 7 Day Before Arrival. Cancellation penalty is 1 nights including tax. Cancel 7 days before arrival (noon hotel time) to avoid first night penalty
Facilities:
Parking, Private Bathroom
Description:
Alla Dolce vita " is placed in the very heart of historic center of Lucca, just a few steps away from the roman amphitheatre and the XII century church of S.Frediano.

Located in Via fillungo, the main street of the center it is an ideal base to tour the city and to enjoy its special atmosphere.

The accommodation, an apartment recently renovated situated at the first floor of a 19 th century building, has been equipped rispecting its antique structure and charm.

Our comfortable and large rooms are furnished in old tuscany style and the original floors give a charming touch; each room has its own private bath, with shower or tub and is available in single, double or triple accommodation.

A lovely kitchen is shared with the other rooms.

Nearby there is a public parking (free parking is outside of the walls just 150 mt. away. )

Location Description:
Downtown
Rooms:
DBLST
Double Room with bathroom

DUSST
Single room with one large bed with bathroom

TWNST
Twin room with 2 single beds with bathroom

TPLSH
triple room with private bath
Check-in:
12:00 PM
Check-out:
11:00 AM
Description:
Bed & Breakfast Alla Dolce Vita is located in Lucca's historical centre, a few steps from the Roman amphitheatre and the 12th century church S. Frediano. The friendly structure is on the first floor of a 19th century building and is the ideal starting point to discover the many art treasures of this city and of the nearby Tuscan cities.
Cancellation Policy:
we charge 1 night for the cancellation
Facilities:
Credit card accepted, Shuttle service from and/or to the airport, Heating, Cot available upon request
Description:
Alla Dolce vita
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City center

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From: JS, United Kingdom
Date of Stay: September, 2008
Fantastic location but lots of building work going on behind which started early morning. Fine once I had purchased some ear plugs!!!
 
From: MK, Germany
Date of Stay: September, 2008
The stay at the Dolce Vita was very nice. The owner was very nice and helpfull. The rooms are spacious, with their own (not overall clean) bathroom. The building and rooms are quite old, which has its own charme and the location in the middle of the old city centre is fantastic. The kitchen lacks of some utensils like enough glasses, dishes,etc.
 
From: NR, United Kingdom
Date of Stay: August, 2008
We stayed in Lucca for one night on our way back from Florence to the airport in Pisa. Lucca is really beautiful, and I would highly recommend it over Pisa which is dirty and unloved in comparison. The trains are extremely cheap (averaging 5 euro each way) in Italy and you can get to Pisa from Lucca very quickly and easily for a day trip to the tower etc. Lucca is also a short train ride from Viareggio, a lovely beach town but absolutely packed with Italians slapping on bronzing oil! Any one who has been to Italy before will know Italians like to shout at one another and this is where the Alla Dolce Vita had a problem. It is centrally located in a traditional Tuscan building and hence the noise was a little disturbing late at night. The main problem we found was the position of our room; don't get the room off the kitchen! Unfortunatly, I was put in the awkward position of having to get up to explain to the other guests that our room was basically in the kitchen and I'd appreciate it if they stopped rolling the dice! However, the owner was extrmely friendly and helpful. We're arty people in our late twenties and like small hotels with character...in the end you get what you pay for!
 
From: RW, Canada
Date of Stay: June, 2008
very friendly and efficient owners, lovely room. noisy construction nearby - not their fault. a bit tricky to find, but great location, highly recommended!
 
From: RH, USA
Date of Stay: June, 2008
The facilities are perfectly adequate. Well located but noisy at night.
 
From: YK, Australia
Date of Stay: May, 2008
Perfectly adequate, not flash, but in handy location. Clean, great shower, but if youre looking for real comfort or ambience go elsewhere.
 
From: Sebastian Schirrmeister, Germany
Date of Stay: April, 2008
We (young couple) stayed at "Alla Dolce Vita" for five nights and we were very satisfied. The accommodation was very clean and tidy and there was a small public kitchen which provided all the basics for simple meals besides lids and sharp knifes. The very "Italian" atmosphere is supported by noise from the street day and night and a nice caffé bar in the first floor. Everything within the old city of Lucca is in walking distance of less than half an hour. We will surely return to Lucca and it is very likely that we'll stay again at "Alla Dolce Vita" because it is a great base for doing exactly what its name suggests.
 
From: GD, Australia
Date of Stay: October, 2007
Fantastic apartment in a delightful town. We had a wonderful time here. Owner was so helpful. Kitchen was great for us as we had children. Lucca is a lovely town. Would definitely stay again. Don't drive into the town!!
 
From: UM, Germany
Date of Stay: October, 2007
room ok, kitchen ok, take mosquito spray with you- just in case, and oropax, its a little loud! house is right in the centre of Lucca- awesome! We'd go there again!
 
From: Fenella Strange, United Kingdom
Date of Stay: July, 2007
Lucca is an enchanting place, and Alla Doce Vita a pleasant place to stay. The staff are friendly and helpful. The location is excellent, the rooms clean and practical, no dust-collecting frills! In spite of temperatures in the 90's we kept cool with the help of the huge fan in our room. The kitchen is a bonus, it means you do not have to go out for every meal. Just remember to take some matches or a lighter with you! The cafe downstairs is fine but check your bill before paying.
 
From: SM, United Kingdom
Date of Stay: May, 2007
Nice location, but be prepared to wake early as you are staying in a bustling and busy town. The traditional windows of our room didnt keep the incessent sound of mopeds at bay too long. Apart from that. Good location and price. Clean and functional.
 
From: Tara Lane, Australia
Date of Stay: April, 2007
great room although it doesn't include breakfast, there is a small kitchen to share but lacks pots and utensils to cook dinners.
 
From: Agostino Arch. Guerrini, Italy
Date of Stay: October, 2006
tutto bene. L'unico neo: il cane "canterino" del vicino che ci ha fatto compagnia per tutta la notte"...
 
From: Peep Vahermets, Estonia
Date of Stay: September, 2006
We were expected and welcome at late night. I got complete answers to my questions and useful notes from owner. Street cleaning noise early in the morning was the only disturbing thing. We would stay there next time as well.
 
From: John Willson, Canada
Date of Stay: September, 2006
Everything is within walking distance of this B&B (15min walk to train station; everything else is closer). Proprietors are very friendly and helpful. They reside 5mins away from the property, and respond promptly to all phone-calls, with whatever is necessary. Upon our arrival, the room was prepared as requested (with a baby cot). The shower sprayed water all over our lavatory when used; except for that, everything worked. Common kitchen is basic but sufficient to enjoy the fantastic selection of gourmet preparations and fresh produce which is on offer at nearby shops. Managed to cook pasta, omelettes. Some noise from the streets and other appartments penetrates into the room, but this will be the case almost anywhere within the city walls. Wasn't enough to keep any of us awake (family w. young kids). Downstairs from the B&B is a caffé, the staff of which are very hospitable towards the B&B guests. Have your morning coffee and pastry there. Ask B&B proprietors to recommend local restaurants, and where the local markets are. There is a good laundromat around the corner. Spend 3 days getting to know Lucca on foot, and you will feel like a local. Friendly, cozy town full of wonderful food!
 
From: AG, Spain
Date of Stay: July, 2006
el alojamiento está bien y es correcto pero tiene un problema, está situado en una calle de entrada a la ciudad donde a partir de las 6 de la mañana entran los basureros, y no pocos... como tienen que ir con furgonetas pequeñas no paran de entrar y salir y hacen mucho ruido.
 
From: YY, Germany
Date of Stay: July, 2006
Sehr süß eingerichtetes Zimmer. Nette und Hilfsbereite Hausbesitzerin
 
From: Gert Roosens, Belgium
Date of Stay: April, 2006
A first (small) drawback was that at arrival, we had to make a phone call because the B&B hasn't a reception. So we had to wait 5 minutes before someone could open the door. A second, bigger drawback was that there was a very bad smell in the kitchen. But this was more than compensated by the very good location, and the owner was also very helpfull: he helped us carrying the bags and even drove us to the parking with all our luggage.
 
From: HS, USA
Date of Stay: October, 2005
David was a most gracious host, giving us information on everything we would need to know on our stay in Lucca. Unfortunately I am a light sleeper and was able to hear 6am traffic as the quiet little town woke up. Other than that, it was a perfectly charming place to stay, and I would highly recommend it.
 
From: Carlo Cecchetti, United Kingdom
Date of Stay: August, 2005
Accommodation very basic, but conveniently placed in the historic town centre. Owners were very welcoming and very helpful. The bathroom was a little old-fashioned and could have been cleaner, but otherwise a relaxing stay in a charming city.
 

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