Guest house · San Michele

Le Violette

Via della Polveriera 6, 55100 Lucca, Italy·View on map

Very good159 reviews
8.3
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Check-infrom 15:00
Check-outuntil 11:00
Parking✕ Not available
WiFi✓ Free
Pets✓ Allowed
BreakfastNot stated

Description

Le Violette is a guest house in San Michele, Lucca, inside the historic centre's walls and 150 m from Piazza Napoleone.

Lucca Train Station is 450 m away, and the surrounding streets place historic churches, squares and cafés within walking distance.

The five room types range from 16 to 32 m² and include options for couples, families and larger groups. Rooms have city views and private bathrooms; one double or twin option has a private external bathroom. Air conditioning is available in selected rooms, while the room facilities also include TVs and free toiletries. The largest family room accommodates up to six people.

Free WiFi is available throughout the property. A shared lounge, concierge service, luggage storage and daily housekeeping are among the facilities, alongside bicycle rental and shuttle services, including an airport shuttle. The shuttle service is paid, pets are allowed with charges possibly applicable, and there is no on-site parking. Guests who value a walkable old-town setting and a choice of group room layouts may find the guest house a practical match.

Rooms

5 room types · 16–32 m²

Le Violette has five room types, ranging from 16 to 32 m², with double or twin, triple, quadruple and family layouts. Each room has a city view and a private bathroom; the Double or Twin Room with Private External Bathroom has its bathroom outside the room. The 20 m² Double or Twin Room offers a choice of a large king-size bed or a layout with two single beds and a double bed. The 16 m² Triple Room can be arranged with a single bed and a king-size bed, or with three single beds.

For larger parties, the 30 m² Quadruple Room offers alternative double-bed layouts, while the 32 m² Family Room has four single beds and a king-size bed for up to six people. A second 16 m² double or twin option combines a single bed and a king-size bed. TVs are among the room facilities, and air conditioning is included in the triple and quadruple rooms.

Double or Twin Room — Le Violette

Double or Twin Room

20 m² Max. 3 guests 1 Large bed (King size) or 2 Single bed and 1 Double bed
City viewPrivate bathroomFlat-screen TV

At 20 m², this room has a city view, a private bathroom and a TV, along with free toiletries. You can choose a large king-size bed or a layout with two single beds and one double bed. A bidet and tiled flooring are also among its features.

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Triple Room — Le Violette

Triple Room

16 m² Max. 4 guests 1 Single bed and 1 Large bed (King size) or 3 Single bed
Air conditioningCity viewPrivate bathroom

This 16 m² room includes air conditioning, a city view and a private bathroom with a shower and hairdryer. Its two bed layouts suit a small group: one single bed with a king-size bed, or three single beds. Free toiletries are provided.

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Quadruple Room — Le Violette

Quadruple Room

30 m² Max. 5 guests 1 Double bed and 1 Large bed (King size) or 2 Single bed and 1 Double bed
Air conditioningCity viewPrivate bathroom

At 30 m², this air-conditioned room gives a group more space than the 16 m² triple option. It has a city view and a private bathroom with a shower and hairdryer. Choose between a double bed with a king-size bed, or two single beds with a double bed.

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Family Room with Private Bathroom — Le Violette

Family Room with Private Bathroom

32 m² Max. 6 guests 4 Single bed and 1 Large bed (King size)
City viewPrivate bathroomHeating

The largest option at 32 m², this family room accommodates up to six people with four single beds and a king-size bed. It has a city view, tiled flooring and a private bathroom with a shower and bidet. Heating and a TV are also among its features.

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Double or Twin Room with Private External Bathroom — Le Violette

Double or Twin Room with Private External Bathroom

16 m² Max. 3 guests 1 Single bed and 1 Large bed (King size)
City viewPrivate bathroomFree toiletries

This 16 m² double or twin option has a city view and a private bathroom located outside the room. Its layout combines a single bed and a king-size bed. The room also has a wardrobe, tiled flooring and a TV, with free toiletries available.

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Facilities

36 facilities
Private bathroom
Pets allowed
Free WiFi
Family rooms
Airport shuttle
Non-smoking rooms
Shower
Luggage storage

Le Violette provides free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge/TV area. Concierge service, luggage storage and daily housekeeping are available, along with bicycle rental and shuttle services, including an airport shuttle. The shuttle service is paid, and express check-in and check-out are among the facilities. Heating and a fan are also provided.

Pets are allowed, with charges possibly applicable. There is no parking at the guest house. Rooms and shared spaces are non-smoking, and upper floors are accessible by stairs only. Room facilities include a private bathroom, a bath or shower, free toiletries, a hairdryer and towels; towels or sheets may carry an extra fee. TV and internet services are also available.

General

  • Bicycle rental
  • Shuttle service
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Concierge service
  • Luggage storage
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Airport shuttle
  • Key access
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Heating
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

In the room

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
  • City view
  • Socket near the bed

Media & technology

  • TV
  • Internet services

Le Violette is in San Michele, within Lucca's historic centre, on Via della Polveriera. The surrounding streets are part of the old town's closely spaced lanes, with historic churches, civic buildings and places to eat nearby. Piazza Napoleone is 150 m away, as is Teatro del Giglio; Porta San Pietro is also 150 m from the guest house. Lo Skianto and Burro & Alici are each 50 m away, putting local dining close by.

Lucca Train Station is 450 m away, and the Autolinee Toscane Terminal Bus Lucca is also 450 m away. Travellers arriving by rail can walk from the station, while local and regional bus passengers can make the final stretch on foot from the terminal. Le Violette offers shuttle services, including an airport shuttle, and a paid shuttle service. There is no on-site parking. As the guest house is inside the old-town restricted streets, drivers should contact the property before entering to arrange access and a parking plan elsewhere.

Nearby sights include Guinigi Tower at 650 m and Piazza dell'Anfiteatro at 750 m. Museo-casa natale di Giacomo Puccini is 400 m away, while Parco delle Mura Urbane is 350 m from the guest house. You can visit the historic cathedral, explore local museums, or walk through the green space along the old fortifications. The surrounding old town also has churches, museums and civic buildings along its pedestrian routes.

  • Teatro del Giglio
    Historic theatre hosting opera, concerts and performances in central Lucca.
    150 m
  • Porta San Pietro
    Historic southern entrance through Lucca's old town walls.
    150 m
  • Palazzo Ducale
    Former ducal residence with civic offices and historic architecture.
    200 m
  • Guinigi Tower
    Medieval tower known for its rooftop garden of holm oaks.
    650 m
  • Piazza dell'Anfiteatro
    Elliptical piazza following the outline of the Roman amphitheatre.
    750 m
  • Lucca Train Station
    Rail connections across Tuscany from the station just beyond the walls.
    450 m

Is it for you?

Yes, if…

  • ✓you want to stay inside Lucca's old town walls, with Piazza Napoleone 150 m away
  • ✓you are travelling by train: Lucca Train Station is 450 m from the guest house
  • ✓you need a family room for a larger group: the 32 m² option accommodates up to six people
  • ✓you value free WiFi throughout the property
  • ✓you are travelling with a pet: pets are allowed, although charges may apply

Maybe not, if…

  • ✕you need on-site parking: Le Violette has no parking
  • ✕you cannot use stairs: upper floors are accessible by stairs only
  • ✕you need the bathroom inside your room: one double or twin option has a private external bathroom
  • ✕you are sensitive to bed height or firm pillows: some reviewers found the mattresses low and the pillows hard

What guests say

159 verified reviews
8.3

Guests often praise Le Violette's position inside the old town walls and the host's helpful local advice, including assistance with luggage. Some reviewers also describe a generous breakfast with fresh fruit and Italian sweet breads. A few found the mattresses low and the pillows hard.

Location9.7
Staff9.4
Free WiFi9.2
Cleanliness8.5
Value for money8.5
Comfort8.4
Facilities8.2

Frequently asked questions

How much does a night at Le Violette cost?

Rates at Le Violette vary by season, room type and dates. To see the current rate for your stay, check prices through our booking partners.

How do I get to Le Violette?

Le Violette is on Via della Polveriera in San Michele, inside Lucca's historic centre. Lucca Train Station and Autolinee Toscane Terminal Bus Lucca are each 450 m away, and you can walk the final stretch. The guest house offers shuttle services, including an airport shuttle; the shuttle service is paid. There is no on-site parking, so drivers should contact the property before entering the restricted streets. Please share your expected arrival time in advance.

What is near Le Violette?

Le Violette is in San Michele, with Teatro del Giglio and Porta San Pietro each 150 m away and Palazzo Ducale 200 m away. Guinigi Tower is 650 m from the guest house, and Piazza dell'Anfiteatro is 750 m away. Lucca Train Station is 450 m away, while Parco delle Mura Urbane is 350 m away.

Does Le Violette allow pets?

Le Violette allows pets, although charges may apply, so a stay with an animal may carry an additional fee.

Is parking available at Le Violette?

Le Violette has no on-site parking. Drivers staying in the historic centre should contact the property before entering the restricted streets to arrange access and parking elsewhere.

Does Le Violette have rooms for families?

Le Violette has a 32 m² Family Room with Private Bathroom for up to six people. It has four single beds and a king-size bed, while other room types include triple and quadruple options.

What bed arrangements are available at Le Violette?

Le Violette offers double or twin, triple, quadruple and family room layouts. Depending on the room, options include a king-size bed, single beds, or combinations of single and double beds; the family room has four single beds and a king-size bed.

Are the upper floors at Le Violette accessible by lift?

Upper floors at Le Violette are accessible by stairs only. This matters if you have difficulty using stairs or are travelling with luggage that you cannot carry yourself.

Does Le Violette provide free WiFi?

Le Violette provides free WiFi in all areas of the property. Internet services are available, and Free WiFi is one of the guest house's facilities.

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