Guest house · San Michele

da Francesco rooms

Corte Paoli, 10, (traversa Via XX Settembre) (GPS: 43.841429, 10.503381), 55100 Lucca, Italy·View on map

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Check-infrom 14:00
Check-outuntil 10:00
Parking✕ Not available
WiFi✓ Free
Pets✕ Not allowed
BreakfastItalian

Description

da Francesco rooms is a guest house in San Michele, Lucca, set in a historic building with city-view rooms.

Its position near Piazza Napoleone puts Lucca's historic centre close by.

The four room types accommodate two or three people and range from 14 to 17 m². Three have private bathrooms, including two with bathrooms outside the room; the Standard Twin Room has a shared bathroom. City views feature across the room range, alongside details such as parquet floors, seating or dining areas, washing machines and refrigerators.

Italian à la carte breakfast is available, with juice, fresh pastries, cheese and fruit. Other services include room service, luggage storage, laundry and a paid shuttle service, as well as fast free WiFi. There is no parking at the property, and upper floors are accessible by stairs only. With Piazza Napoleone 50 m away and Lucca Train Station 500 m away, this guest house suits travellers who want to explore the centre on foot and are comfortable with compact rooms.

Rooms

4 room types · 14–17 m²

The four room types are compact, measuring 14 to 17 m² and sleeping two or three people. Three have private bathrooms; two of those bathrooms are outside the bedroom, while the Standard Twin Room has a shared bathroom. Each room has a city view, and the bed arrangements range from twin beds to a large double-bed option and a triple layout with one single bed and one double bed.

Parquet floors feature in the rooms, with seating areas in the twin and double rooms and a desk in the Standard Twin Room. Each room has a washing machine. Rooms with private bathrooms also have dining areas and refrigerators. Choose between a room with a shared bathroom, a private external bathroom, or a triple room with its own external bathroom.

Twin Room with Private Bathroom — da Francesco rooms

Twin Room with Private Bathroom

16 m² Max. 2 guests 2 Single bed
City viewSeating areaRefrigerator

At 16 m², this twin room pairs two single beds with a private bathroom. Its city view and parquet floors give it a distinct feel, while a seating area and dining area provide places to sit indoors. A washing machine and refrigerator add practical features for a short or longer stay.

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Double Room with Private External Bathroom — da Francesco rooms

Double Room with Private External Bathroom

16 m² Max. 2 guests 1 Large bed (King size) or 2 Single bed
City viewSeating areaParquet floors

This 16 m² double room has a private bathroom outside the bedroom, distinguishing it from rooms with an en-suite bathroom. The main bed arrangement is a large king-size bed, and the room also has a city view, parquet floors and a seating area beside its dining area.

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Standard Twin Room with Shared Bathroom — da Francesco rooms

Standard Twin Room with Shared Bathroom

14 m² Max. 2 guests 1 Large bed (King size) or 2 Single bed
City viewDeskShared toilet

At 14 m², this is the smallest room and the only one with a shared bathroom. It has a city view, a desk and a seating area, making it the practical choice if you need a place to work indoors. The main bed arrangement is a large king-size bed.

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Triple Room with Private External Bathroom — da Francesco rooms

Triple Room with Private External Bathroom

17 m² Max. 3 guests 1 Single bed and 1 Double bed
City viewSeating areaPrivate bathroom

The largest room, at 17 m², sleeps up to three with one single bed and one double bed. Its private bathroom is outside the room. A city view, parquet floors and a seating area distinguish this option for a small group or family sharing the same room.

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Facilities

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Free WiFi
Family rooms
Airport shuttle
Room service
Non-smoking rooms
Washing machine
Shower
Luggage storage
Laundry

Facilities include fast free WiFi, room service, luggage storage and laundry. A paid shuttle service is available, and an airport shuttle is also offered. There is no parking at the property. The Italian breakfast is served à la carte, with juice, fresh pastries, cheese and fruit; tea and coffee-making facilities are available, and packed lunches can be arranged.

Guest rooms have practical items such as a kettle, toaster, microwave, refrigerator and washing machine, along with towels, linen and a hairdryer. Dining and seating areas, parquet floors and heating are among the other room features. The guest house also provides family rooms, ironing facilities and private or express check-in and check-out. It is non-smoking throughout, and upper floors are accessible by stairs only.

General

  • Shuttle service
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage
  • Packed lunches
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Laundry
  • Airport shuttle
  • Room service
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Food & drink

  • Wine/champagne
  • Tea/Coffee maker

In the room

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • City view
  • View
  • Dining table
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave

Media & technology

  • Internet services

San Michele is part of Lucca's historic centre, and da Francesco rooms is on Corte Paoli, a side street off Via XX Settembre. Piazza Napoleone and Palazzo Gigli are each 50 m away. Chiesa di San Giusto is also 50 m from the guest house, while Chiesa di San Girolamo is 150 m away. The nearby streets bring you among civic buildings, churches and the historic city's everyday shops and cafés.

Lucca Train Station is 500 m away, making the walk from the station a practical way to reach the guest house. There is no parking at the property. The accommodation is inside the restricted historic centre, so if you are arriving by car, contact the property in advance with your vehicle registration and wait for confirmation before entering. Let the property know your expected arrival time as well.

For a performance or a look at Lucca's cultural venues, Teatro del Giglio is 100 m away. Palazzo Ducale and Santi Giovanni e Reparata are each 150 m from the guest house. Museo-casa natale di Giacomo Puccini and San Martino Cathedral are both 250 m away, while Guinigi Tower is 450 m away. These nearby sights give you options ranging from a theatre visit and church architecture to a museum and a climb up one of the city's best-known towers.

  • Piazza Napoleone
    A central square bordered by historic buildings and used for public events.
    50 m
  • Teatro del Giglio
    Lucca's historic theatre hosts opera, drama and other stage performances.
    100 m
  • Palazzo Ducale
    A landmark palace with civic history and exhibition spaces to explore.
    150 m
  • Museo-casa natale di Giacomo Puccini
    The composer’s birthplace presents personal objects and details of his life.
    250 m
  • San Martino Cathedral
    A Romanesque cathedral known for its sculpted façade and historic interior.
    250 m
  • Guinigi Tower
    A medieval tower crowned with oak trees, with views across Lucca.
    450 m

Is it for you?

Yes, if…

  • ✓you want to stay in a historic building with city views from the rooms.
  • ✓you want Piazza Napoleone close by: it is 50 m from the guest house.
  • ✓you are travelling as a group of three and want a room with one double bed and one single bed.
  • ✓you value a choice of room layouts, including twin beds and a large double-bed option.
  • ✓you want Italian à la carte breakfast with juice, fresh pastries, cheese and fruit.

Maybe not, if…

  • ✕you need on-site parking, as the guest house has no parking available.
  • ✕you require step-free access: upper floors are accessible by stairs only.
  • ✕you need a private bathroom in every room; the Standard Twin Room has a shared bathroom.
  • ✕you prefer a spacious room: the four room types measure between 14 and 17 m².

What guests say

74 verified reviews
8.5

Guests rate the staff and free WiFi especially highly, with the setting and cleanliness also receiving strong marks. Comfort, facilities and value for money are rated positively, though they score a little lower than staff and WiFi.

Free WiFi10.0
Location9.7
Staff9.5
Cleanliness9.1
Comfort8.9
Facilities8.8
Value for money8.7

Frequently asked questions

How much does a night at da Francesco rooms cost?

Rates at da Francesco rooms change with your dates, room type and time of year. View current availability and rates through our booking partners before choosing your stay.

How do I get to da Francesco rooms?

da Francesco rooms is on Corte Paoli, just off Via XX Settembre, and Lucca Train Station is 500 m away; you can cover the final stretch on foot. The guest house has no parking. It is inside the restricted historic centre, so drivers should contact the property in advance and wait for vehicle-access confirmation before entering. Please also share your expected arrival time.

What is near da Francesco rooms?

da Francesco rooms is 50 m from Piazza Napoleone and Palazzo Gigli, while Teatro del Giglio is 100 m away. Palazzo Ducale and Santi Giovanni e Reparata are each 150 m away. Museo-casa natale di Giacomo Puccini and San Martino Cathedral are 250 m from the guest house, and Guinigi Tower is 450 m away.

What breakfast does da Francesco rooms offer?

da Francesco rooms offers an Italian à la carte breakfast with juice, fresh pastries, cheese and fruit. Tea and coffee-making facilities are also available, and several rooms have a dining area.

Does da Francesco rooms have a room for three people?

Yes, da Francesco rooms has a Triple Room with Private External Bathroom for up to three people. It measures 17 m² and has one single bed and one double bed, a city view and a private bathroom outside the room.

Are the bathrooms private at da Francesco rooms?

Bathroom arrangements vary at da Francesco rooms. Three room types have private bathrooms, including two where the bathroom is outside the bedroom; the Standard Twin Room with Shared Bathroom uses a shared bathroom.

Can guests with reduced mobility access da Francesco rooms?

Upper floors at da Francesco rooms are accessible by stairs only. This may not suit travellers who need step-free access; the room range includes options for two people and a triple room for up to three.

Does da Francesco rooms provide WiFi?

da Francesco rooms provides free WiFi, with a speed of 69 Mbps. It is suitable for streaming 4K content and making video calls on multiple devices.

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