Guest house · San Francesco

La Colonna Historic Centre

Via Dell'Angelo Custode 16, 55100 Lucca, Italy·View on map

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Check-infrom 14:30
Check-outuntil 10:00
Parking✕ Not available
WiFi✓ Free
Pets✕ Not allowed
BreakfastNot stated

Description

La Colonna Historic Centre is a guest house in San Francesco, Lucca, in a historic building with rooms overlooking an inner courtyard.

Guinigi Tower is 50 m away, and Piazza dell'Anfiteatro is 300 m from the property.

Three ground-floor room types range from 9 to 14 m² and accommodate one or two people. Each has a private bathroom; two rooms face the inner courtyard, while the street-facing room has air conditioning. The rooms feature double beds, with large king-size beds in two of the room types.

Free WiFi, a lift, family rooms, luggage storage and a tour desk are among the facilities. You can hire a bicycle, join a bike tour or go cycling. The guest house uses self check-in and sends instructions for access. There is no parking at the property, and Lucca Train Station is 650 m away.

Rooms

3 room types · 9–14 m²

Three ground-floor room types make up the accommodation, with sizes from 9 to 14 m². Maximum occupancy ranges from one to two people. Each room has a private bathroom, towels, linen, toiletries and a hairdryer. Two categories overlook the inner courtyard, while the third faces the street and has air conditioning. The courtyard-facing options differ in size, at 12 and 9 m², while the street-facing room is 14 m².

All three rooms have a double bed: two have a large king-size bed and the single-occupancy room has a double bed. Bathrooms include a bidet and a bath or shower. Parquet flooring features in the courtyard-view rooms, while the street-facing option has hypoallergenic features. The room range offers a choice between a quieter interior outlook and a street view, with the largest room also being the only one with air conditioning.

Double Room - Ground Floor, Garden view — La Colonna Historic Centre

Double Room - Ground Floor, Garden view

12 m² Max. 2 guests 1 Large bed (King size)
Inner courtyard viewBath or showerHardwood or parquet floors

At 12 m², this ground-floor double room looks onto the inner courtyard and is larger than the other courtyard-facing option. It has a private bathroom with a bath or shower, bidet and free toiletries, as well as parquet flooring and a hairdryer.

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Quadruple Room - Ground Floor, Street View — La Colonna Historic Centre

Quadruple Room - Ground Floor, Street View

14 m² Max. 2 guests 1 Large bed (King size)
Air conditioningHypoallergenicFree toiletries

At 14 m², this is the largest of the three rooms and the only one with a street view. The ground-floor room includes air conditioning and hypoallergenic features, with a private bathroom, bidet, bath or shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer.

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Small Double Room - Ground Floor, Garden view — La Colonna Historic Centre

Small Double Room - Ground Floor, Garden view

9 m² Max. 1 guests 1 Double bed
Inner courtyard viewHardwood or parquet floorsHypoallergenic

This 9 m² room is the smallest option and has a maximum occupancy of one. It overlooks the inner courtyard and has parquet flooring. The private bathroom includes a bath or shower, with free toiletries and a hairdryer provided.

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Facilities

38 facilities
Private bathroom
Free WiFi
Family rooms
Non-smoking rooms
Tour desk
Shower
Luggage storage
Lift

La Colonna Historic Centre combines practical services for a stay in central Lucca with facilities for exploring on foot or by bicycle. Free WiFi is available throughout, and a lift serves the building. The guest house has family rooms, non-smoking rooms and an allergy-free room; heating and a fan are also available. Private bathrooms include towels, linen, toiletries and a hairdryer.

Arrivals use private check-in and check-out, with express check-in and check-out also offered, and luggage storage is available. A tour desk can help with local arrangements. Bicycle rental, bike tours and cycling are among the active travel facilities, and bicycle parking is available. Rooms also have a desk and a socket near the bed, with cleaning products provided. There is no parking at the property, so car travellers need to make separate arrangements.

General

  • Bicycle rental
  • Bike tours
  • Cycling
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Allergy-free room
  • Heating
  • Lift
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms

In the room

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Cleaning products
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
  • Desk

Media & technology

  • Internet services

In San Francesco, La Colonna Historic Centre sits within Lucca's historic centre and inside its Renaissance walls, among churches, palazzi and small museums. Guinigi Tower and the MUST - Museo della Città di Lucca are each 50 m away. Sant'Anastasio is 100 m away, and Piazza dell'Anfiteatro is 300 m away. The square's oval outline follows the footprint of a Roman amphitheatre; Palazzo Guinigi and Santa Giulia are other nearby architectural stops.

Lucca Train Station lies just beyond the southern wall, 650 m from the guest house, so you can make the final stretch on foot. Bicycle rental, bike tours, cycling and bicycle parking are available at the property. Check-in runs from 14:30 to 20:00, and the guest house uses self check-in, sending access instructions in advance. If you are driving, contact La Colonna Historic Centre before entering Lucca's limited-traffic zone to arrange access; there is no parking at the property.

San Martino Cathedral, Museo della Cattedrale di Lucca and Orto Botanico di Lucca are all 300 m away. The cathedral and its museum offer a religious-art and history visit, while the botanical garden provides an outdoor stop among central streets. Piazza Napoleone is another nearby landmark, as is Torre Civica delle Ore. For an outing beyond the centre, Marlia Villa Reale is 7.2 km away; Villa Torrigiani is also in the surrounding countryside.

  • Guinigi Tower
    Historic tower with a rooftop garden and views across Lucca.
    50 m
  • MUST - Museo della Città di Lucca
    City museum presenting Lucca's history and cultural heritage.
    50 m
  • Piazza dell'Anfiteatro
    Oval piazza following the footprint of Lucca's Roman amphitheatre.
    300 m
  • San Martino Cathedral
    Lucca's cathedral, known for its Romanesque façade and artworks.
    300 m
  • Lucca Train Station
    The town's rail station, with regional train services.
    650 m
  • Orto Botanico di Lucca
    Historic botanical garden with trees and diverse plant collections.
    300 m

Is it for you?

Yes, if…

  • ✓you want to stay within Lucca's historic centre, 50 m from Guinigi Tower and 300 m from Piazza dell'Anfiteatro
  • ✓you are arriving by train: Lucca Train Station is 650 m away
  • ✓you value a quiet outlook: two room types face the inner courtyard
  • ✓you plan to explore by bicycle, with rental, bike tours and cycling available
  • ✓you need a lift or family-room option, and every room has a private bathroom

Maybe not, if…

  • ✕you need on-site parking, as no parking is available at the property
  • ✕you prefer a staffed arrival: check-in is self-service, with access instructions sent in advance
  • ✕you need a room for more than one person in the smallest option, which has a maximum occupancy of one
  • ✕you are sensitive to cool or damp rooms, which some guests have reported due to the thick stone walls

What guests say

263 verified reviews
8.8

Guests often praise the central setting, welcoming host and helpful local recommendations. Reviews also commend the clean interiors and quiet rooms overlooking an inner garden. A few guests found the thick-walled rooms cool or damp.

Location9.8
Staff9.7
Cleanliness9.1
Comfort9.0
Value for money9.0
Facilities8.5
Free WiFi8.1

Frequently asked questions

How much does a night at La Colonna Historic Centre cost?

Rates at La Colonna Historic Centre vary by season, room type and dates. For a current quote for your stay, view the available rates through our booking partners.

How do I get to La Colonna Historic Centre?

Lucca Train Station lies 650 m from La Colonna Historic Centre, so you can make the final stretch on foot. The guest house uses self check-in and sends access instructions; check-in is from 14:30 to 20:00. There is no on-site parking. If you are driving, contact the property before entering Lucca's limited-traffic zone to arrange access.

What is near La Colonna Historic Centre?

Guinigi Tower and MUST - Museo della Città di Lucca are each 50 m from La Colonna Historic Centre. Sant'Anastasio is 100 m away, while Piazza dell'Anfiteatro and San Martino Cathedral are each 300 m away. Lucca Train Station is 650 m away. The nearby sights include a historic tower, a city museum, a church and the distinctive oval piazza.

Does La Colonna Historic Centre offer free WiFi?

Yes, La Colonna Historic Centre provides free WiFi in all areas. Internet service is available throughout the guest house, and the rooms also have a desk and a socket near the bed.

What room types are available at La Colonna Historic Centre?

La Colonna Historic Centre has three ground-floor room types, all with private bathrooms. Two overlook the inner courtyard: a 12 m² double room and a 9 m² small double room for one person. The 14 m² street-view room has air conditioning and accommodates up to two people.

How does self check-in work at La Colonna Historic Centre?

La Colonna Historic Centre uses a self check-in system and sends access instructions in advance. Check-in is available from 14:30 to 20:00. The guest house also offers private and express check-in and check-out.

Can you explore by bicycle from La Colonna Historic Centre?

La Colonna Historic Centre offers bicycle rental, bike tours and cycling facilities. Bicycle parking is also available, and a tour desk can help with local arrangements.

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