Apartment · San Francesco

Il Giardino Apartment

Via Santa Croce 86, 55100 Lucca, Italy·View on map

Good72 reviews
7.7
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Check-infrom 16:00
Check-outuntil 11:00
Parking✓ Free
WiFi✓ Free
Pets✕ Not allowed
BreakfastNot stated

Description

Il Giardino Apartment is an apartment in San Francesco, Lucca, with a full kitchen in its one-bedroom unit and a separate studio.

The 50 m² one-bedroom apartment has a bedroom and living room, while the 30 m² studio combines its sleeping and seating spaces. Both units have air conditioning, a private bathroom, dining space and cooking facilities. The larger apartment has a large bed and a sofa bed; the studio has a sofa bed.

Each unit includes a flat-screen TV and coffee-making facilities, and free WiFi is available throughout. Free public parking is possible nearby without a reservation. The apartment is on Via Santa Croce, inside Lucca’s historic walls; Guinigi Tower is 150 m away, Piazza dell'Anfiteatro is 400 m away and Lucca Train Station is 600 m away. Check-in is from 16:00 to 20:30, and you are asked to share your expected arrival time in advance. The minimum stay is two nights. Staff communicate in English, Spanish and Italian.

Rooms

2 room types · 30–50 m²

Il Giardino Apartment has two self-contained options: a 50 m² One-Bedroom Apartment and a 30 m² Studio Apartment. Both have a private bathroom, air conditioning, a flat-screen TV, seating space and coffee-making facilities. The larger unit is divided into a separate bedroom and living room, with a full kitchen and dining area. Its beds are a large bed and a sofa bed, while the studio has one sofa bed.

The One-Bedroom Apartment has an oven as well as a stovetop, refrigerator and microwave. In the smaller studio, a kitchenette provides a stovetop, refrigerator and microwave. Both units have kitchenware, an electric kettle and a dining table, so you can prepare meals and eat indoors. The separate living room makes the larger apartment distinct from the studio’s combined sleeping and seating space.

One-Bedroom Apartment — Il Giardino Apartment

One-Bedroom Apartment

50 m² Max. 5 guests 1 Large bed (King size) and 1 Sofa bed
KitchenSeating areaOven

At 50 m², this is the larger of the two apartments, with a separate bedroom and living room. Its kitchen includes an oven as well as a stovetop, refrigerator and microwave; the layout also has a dining area and seating space. A private bathroom with a shower and bidet serves the unit.

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Studio Apartment — Il Giardino Apartment

Studio Apartment

30 m² Max. 3 guests 1 Sofa bed
KitchenetteDining areaMicrowave

The 30 m² studio is the smaller unit, arranged as one room with a kitchenette rather than a separate living room. It has a private bathroom with a shower and bidet, a dining area and seating space. The kitchenette includes a stovetop, refrigerator and microwave, and the unit has one sofa bed.

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Facilities

34 facilities
Parking
Private bathroom
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Non-smoking rooms
Free parking
Shower
Flat-screen TV
Coffee machine

The apartment is in a private apartment building, with air conditioning and heating; smoking is not allowed, and non-smoking rooms are available. Free WiFi is available in all areas, while free public parking is possible nearby without a reservation. Kitchen equipment includes a refrigerator, stovetop, oven, microwave, toaster, electric kettle and kitchenware, alongside a coffee machine and tea and coffee maker.

Dining arrangements include a table and dining area, with a sofa and separate seating area. The flat-screen TV and television provide in-room viewing. Practical equipment includes towels, linen, cleaning products, a hairdryer, ironing facilities and a clothes-drying rack. Bathrooms have a shower or bath, bidet and toilet; a children's high chair is also available. The apartment also has a wardrobe and clothes rack.

General

  • Private apartment in building
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms

Food & drink

  • Tea/Coffee maker

In the room

  • Children's high chair
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Linen
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Hairdryer

Media & technology

  • Internet services
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Parking

  • Parking

Il Giardino Apartment is on Via Santa Croce in San Francesco, inside Lucca’s historic walls. Porta Santi Gervasio e Protasio and Santa Maria Forisportam are each 50 m away, while Guinigi Tower is 150 m away and Piazza dell'Anfiteatro is 400 m away. This part of the centre brings together churches, historic palaces and narrow streets, with the apartment among the older buildings rather than in a modern hotel block. Santa Maria Forisportam, also known as Santa Maria Bianca, is a Romanesque church; Guinigi Tower is one of Lucca’s distinctive medieval landmarks.

Lucca Train Station is 600 m from the apartment, so you can cover the final stretch on foot. San Pietro a Vico station is 4 km away. Free public parking is possible nearby without a reservation. As the apartment is inside the historic centre, contact the property in advance about reaching it by car and arrange access before driving into restricted streets. Check-in is from 16:00 to 20:30, and you are asked to share your expected arrival time beforehand.

Nearby places include Orto Botanico di Lucca at 200 m, Mercato del Carmine at 300 m and the Lucca city walls at 300 m. The botanical garden has plant collections in a landscaped setting, while Mercato del Carmine is a historic market building. The walls provide a route for walking or cycling, and Piazza Napoleone is 550 m away, with an open square and central civic buildings. These sites make it easy to explore Lucca’s architecture and green spaces from San Francesco.

  • Porta Santi Gervasio e Protasio
    Historic gate marking a route through Lucca’s old defensive boundary.
    50 m
  • Santa Maria Forisportam
    A historic church on a small square in the old centre.
    50 m
  • Orto Botanico di Lucca
    Botanical garden presenting plant collections in a landscaped setting.
    200 m
  • Palazzo Guinigi
    Medieval palace associated with Lucca’s prominent Guinigi family.
    200 m
  • Mercato del Carmine
    Historic market building and cultural venue in the city centre.
    300 m
  • Lucca city walls
    Tree-lined historic ramparts used for walking and cycling.
    300 m

Is it for you?

Yes, if…

  • ✓you want to cook during your stay: the 50 m² apartment has a full kitchen with an oven and stovetop.
  • ✓you need a separate living room: the One-Bedroom Apartment has one, as well as a separate bedroom.
  • ✓you prefer a smaller self-contained stay: the 30 m² studio has a kitchenette and private bathroom.
  • ✓you are arriving by train: Lucca Train Station is 600 m from the apartment.
  • ✓you plan to explore historic sights on foot: Guinigi Tower is 150 m away and Piazza dell'Anfiteatro is 400 m away.

Maybe not, if…

  • ✕you need accommodation for a single night: the minimum stay is two nights.
  • ✕you need private or on-site parking: the available parking is public and nearby.
  • ✕you expect to arrive late in the evening: check-in ends at 20:30, and you need to share your arrival time in advance.
  • ✕you are sensitive to outside noise: some guests could still hear sounds from outdoors despite the double glazing.

What guests say

72 verified reviews
7.7

Guests particularly appreciate the central setting inside the historic walls, along with comfortable beds and helpful, responsive staff. Some describe the atmosphere as peaceful. Double glazing reduces street noise, though a few guests still noticed sounds from outside.

Location9.5
Free WiFi9.0
Staff8.3
Cleanliness8.3
Comfort8.0
Facilities7.9
Value for money7.7

Frequently asked questions

How much does a night at Il Giardino Apartment cost?

Rates at Il Giardino Apartment vary by travel dates and apartment type. You can check the current rates for your dates.

How do I get to Il Giardino Apartment?

Il Giardino Apartment is on Via Santa Croce in San Francesco, about a 600 m walk from Lucca Train Station. Free public parking is available nearby without a reservation. Check-in is from 16:00 to 20:30; tell the property your expected arrival time in advance. If you are driving, arrange access with the property before entering the historic centre.

What is near Il Giardino Apartment?

Il Giardino Apartment is close to Porta Santi Gervasio e Protasio and Santa Maria Forisportam, each 50 m away. Guinigi Tower is 150 m away, Orto Botanico di Lucca is 200 m away, and Piazza dell'Anfiteatro is 400 m away. Lucca Train Station is 600 m from the apartment.

What is the minimum stay at Il Giardino Apartment?

Il Giardino Apartment has a minimum stay of two nights. You can choose either the One-Bedroom Apartment or the Studio Apartment, but the two-night minimum applies to the property.

Is parking available at Il Giardino Apartment?

Il Giardino Apartment has free public parking nearby, and no reservation is needed. The parking is near the building rather than private parking within the apartment, so you will need to walk between your car and the entrance.

What types of accommodation does Il Giardino Apartment offer?

Il Giardino Apartment has a 50 m² One-Bedroom Apartment with a separate bedroom and living room, plus a 30 m² Studio Apartment. Both have a private bathroom and cooking facilities; the first has a full kitchen, while the studio has a kitchenette.

What are the check-in arrangements at Il Giardino Apartment?

Il Giardino Apartment accepts check-in from 16:00 to 20:30. You need to tell the property your expected arrival time in advance, and check-out is by 11:00.

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