Hotel La Pace is a kitschy budget option with one of the best locations in Pisa for access to the Central Station, chain stores, and Keith Haring murals. Low rates and a one-minute walk to the train are the main reasons guests briefly stay here, as many of the 63 guest rooms look straight out of the '60s. To be fair, the hotel is straightforward that their most economical rooms are out-of-date, all of the rooms are spotlessly clean, and upgrading brings more modern decor and renovated bathrooms. The breakfast buffet (costs extra) is substantial and includes both hot and cold European and American items. Wi-Fi is free. For something closer to the Leaning Tower of Pisa (and away from the train station) check rates at the Hotel Pisa Tower.
Hotel La Pace is a kitschy budget option with one of the best locations in Pisa for access to the Central Station, chain stores, and Keith Haring murals. Low rates and a one-minute walk to the train are the main reasons guests briefly stay here, as many of the 63 guest rooms look straight out of the '60s. To be fair, the hotel is straightforward that their most economical rooms are out-of-date, all of the rooms are spotlessly clean, and upgrading brings more modern decor and renovated bathrooms. The breakfast buffet (costs extra) is substantial and includes both hot and cold European and American items. Wi-Fi is free. For something closer to the Leaning Tower of Pisa (and away from the train station) check rates at the Hotel Pisa Tower.
This three-and-a-half-pearl modern boutique hotel -- part of the fashionable Room Mate chain -- features bold color and dizzying patterns throughout its interiors. Its 53 trendy guest rooms have flat-screen TVs and minibars, though they don't offer full control of air-conditioning and some can get street noise. While there's no restaurant on-site, the hotel does offers a free breakfast buffet as well as a small lobby bar and plenty of lounges to gather in. Still, travelers looking for more on-site features could compare rates with the nearby Palazzo Castri 1874, which offers a pool, spa, and gym.
This three-and-a-half-pearl modern boutique hotel -- part of the fashionable Room Mate chain -- features bold color and dizzying patterns throughout its interiors. Its 53 trendy guest rooms have flat-screen TVs and minibars, though they don't offer full control of air-conditioning and some can get street noise. While there's no restaurant on-site, the hotel does offers a free breakfast buffet as well as a small lobby bar and plenty of lounges to gather in. Still, travelers looking for more on-site features could compare rates with the nearby Palazzo Castri 1874, which offers a pool, spa, and gym.
Part of a small chain of designer boutique hotels, the mid-range Room Mate Isabella is a charming property with beautifully appointed interiors that mix classic decor with a modern touch. The elegant 19th-century building is well situated in Florence’s chic shopping district on a prestigious street lined with designer boutiques. Its 22 rooms vary in size and shape, but all feature snappy decor and modern comforts like free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and minibars. Though amenities and common spaces are limited, there's a free breakfast buffet that is served in a lovely dining room until noon. It is pricier than other hotels in the same tier, but considering its posh address right next to Gucci, the rates are understandable. Travelers might want to compare rates with some comparable properties, such as NH Firenze Anglo American or the Hotel Atlantic Palace.
Part of a small chain of designer boutique hotels, the mid-range Room Mate Isabella is a charming property with beautifully appointed interiors that mix classic decor with a modern touch. The elegant 19th-century building is well situated in Florence’s chic shopping district on a prestigious street lined with designer boutiques. Its 22 rooms vary in size and shape, but all feature snappy decor and modern comforts like free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and minibars. Though amenities and common spaces are limited, there's a free breakfast buffet that is served in a lovely dining room until noon. It is pricier than other hotels in the same tier, but considering its posh address right next to Gucci, the rates are understandable. Travelers might want to compare rates with some comparable properties, such as NH Firenze Anglo American or the Hotel Atlantic Palace.
The budget Hotel Universo is part of a local chain that includes many of the hotels in Piazza Santa Maria Novella in central Florence. The look is modern and simple, with stylish, contemporary interiors that include a small lobby and breakfast room where a free breakfast buffet is served daily. Its 41 small rooms have minimal decor with graphic touches and comforts like TVs and minibars; several have private balconies and great views over the piazza. The prime location is close to most of the top sights and near the train station, which makes this a good choice for tourists seeking to explore the city on foot. As an alternative, travelers could look at the Locanda dei Poeti, another budget hotel with punchy contemporary design.
The budget Hotel Universo is part of a local chain that includes many of the hotels in Piazza Santa Maria Novella in central Florence. The look is modern and simple, with stylish, contemporary interiors that include a small lobby and breakfast room where a free breakfast buffet is served daily. Its 41 small rooms have minimal decor with graphic touches and comforts like TVs and minibars; several have private balconies and great views over the piazza. The prime location is close to most of the top sights and near the train station, which makes this a good choice for tourists seeking to explore the city on foot. As an alternative, travelers could look at the Locanda dei Poeti, another budget hotel with punchy contemporary design.
B&B Hotel Pisa is a chain budget spot popular with tour groups and tourists who want fast access to the nearby Pisa International Airport and Central Station. The 101 simple rooms are clean and come with flat-screen TVs, air-conditioning, and spacious bathrooms. Features are minimal -- there's a hot breakfast buffet, free Wi-Fi, free parking, and a small shop that sells cold drinks and snacks. The immediate location is mostly industrial, and it's about a 15-minute drive to the Leaning Tower of Pisa. For something sleeker near the train station, NH Pisa Hotel is a good bet.
B&B Hotel Pisa is a chain budget spot popular with tour groups and tourists who want fast access to the nearby Pisa International Airport and Central Station. The 101 simple rooms are clean and come with flat-screen TVs, air-conditioning, and spacious bathrooms. Features are minimal -- there's a hot breakfast buffet, free Wi-Fi, free parking, and a small shop that sells cold drinks and snacks. The immediate location is mostly industrial, and it's about a 15-minute drive to the Leaning Tower of Pisa. For something sleeker near the train station, NH Pisa Hotel is a good bet.
Views from the Grand Hotel Minerva are most likely what would spring to mind if asked to picture a postcard version of Florence. This luxury boutique hotel's rooftop pool terrace offers some of the most picturesque views in the city, and many of its 102 rooms offer similarly excellent outlooks (most of the Santa Maria Novella piazza, with rooms on higher floors that overlook Florence's skyline). Renovations in 2016/17 have resulted in impeccably stylish interiors throughout, including some lovely fresco-ceilinged suites and dining areas; food is also excellent. Its location puts it within an easy stroll of both the train station and most of Florence's main attractions. Unsurprisingly, this all comes at a high price -- rooms just around the corner at Hotel Palazzo Dal Borgo Aprile are a little dated but come in a lot cheaper.
Views from the Grand Hotel Minerva are most likely what would spring to mind if asked to picture a postcard version of Florence. This luxury boutique hotel's rooftop pool terrace offers some of the most picturesque views in the city, and many of its 102 rooms offer similarly excellent outlooks (most of the Santa Maria Novella piazza, with rooms on higher floors that overlook Florence's skyline). Renovations in 2016/17 have resulted in impeccably stylish interiors throughout, including some lovely fresco-ceilinged suites and dining areas; food is also excellent. Its location puts it within an easy stroll of both the train station and most of Florence's main attractions. Unsurprisingly, this all comes at a high price -- rooms just around the corner at Hotel Palazzo Dal Borgo Aprile are a little dated but come in a lot cheaper.
The four-room mid-range B&B Monte Oliveto is located in a lovely home south of the Arno River. Travelers who enjoy walking can reach the Duomo in 20 to 25 minutes, though a bus stop is nearby for those who prefer public transport. Guests love the warm hospitality as well as the hosts' knowledge of the city and its many attractions. Rooms are cozy and have balconies or terraces; one also has a kitchenette, but only two have private bathrooms. A delicious breakfast of homemade pastries, crepes, yogurt, fruits, and coffee is served daily. For a budget-friendly, intimate hotel that's closer to the city's sights, travelers should consider Locanda dei Poeti.
The four-room mid-range B&B Monte Oliveto is located in a lovely home south of the Arno River. Travelers who enjoy walking can reach the Duomo in 20 to 25 minutes, though a bus stop is nearby for those who prefer public transport. Guests love the warm hospitality as well as the hosts' knowledge of the city and its many attractions. Rooms are cozy and have balconies or terraces; one also has a kitchenette, but only two have private bathrooms. A delicious breakfast of homemade pastries, crepes, yogurt, fruits, and coffee is served daily. For a budget-friendly, intimate hotel that's closer to the city's sights, travelers should consider Locanda dei Poeti.
Situated right on the Piazza del Duomo, with spectacular views of its famous cathedral, 11-room Palazzo Gamba is a modest, elegant mid-range apartment-style property. Facilities are limited and there’s no breakfast, but reception staff are well-informed about local attractions and can arrange private chauffeured wine tours at reasonable rates. Apartments are large, with original Florentine features, full kitchens, and separate bedrooms -- some have fantastic views of the Duomo. A welcome gift includes locally produced olive oil from Tuscan countryside, as well as local wine and bottled water. Music and cathedral bells from the square add ambience, and there’s free Wi-Fi throughout. It’s tough to beat this classical hotel's affordable rates and to-die-for location, but for a quieter option with less tourists, try Hotel Palazzo Guadagni.
Situated right on the Piazza del Duomo, with spectacular views of its famous cathedral, 11-room Palazzo Gamba is a modest, elegant mid-range apartment-style property. Facilities are limited and there’s no breakfast, but reception staff are well-informed about local attractions and can arrange private chauffeured wine tours at reasonable rates. Apartments are large, with original Florentine features, full kitchens, and separate bedrooms -- some have fantastic views of the Duomo. A welcome gift includes locally produced olive oil from Tuscan countryside, as well as local wine and bottled water. Music and cathedral bells from the square add ambience, and there’s free Wi-Fi throughout. It’s tough to beat this classical hotel's affordable rates and to-die-for location, but for a quieter option with less tourists, try Hotel Palazzo Guadagni.
A glam mid-century take on Florentine luxury, the Portrait Firenze is a boutique property overlooking the Arno River. The location is excellent, with several bars and restaurants nearby, and almost all the city's major sights are within walking distance. Its 37 rooms, some of which have river views and balconies, are well-designed -- a mix of luxe and sophistication -- with microwaves, minibars, Nespresso machines, iPads, and Bluetooth sound systems. Hotel features include an Italian bistro-style restaurant, a breakfast buffet (not included in rates), and free WI-Fi. For a similarly intimate vibe, travelers could consider J.K. Place Firenze as an alternative -- it has a rooftop terrace, a spa, gym, and breakfast is included in the rates.
A glam mid-century take on Florentine luxury, the Portrait Firenze is a boutique property overlooking the Arno River. The location is excellent, with several bars and restaurants nearby, and almost all the city's major sights are within walking distance. Its 37 rooms, some of which have river views and balconies, are well-designed -- a mix of luxe and sophistication -- with microwaves, minibars, Nespresso machines, iPads, and Bluetooth sound systems. Hotel features include an Italian bistro-style restaurant, a breakfast buffet (not included in rates), and free WI-Fi. For a similarly intimate vibe, travelers could consider J.K. Place Firenze as an alternative -- it has a rooftop terrace, a spa, gym, and breakfast is included in the rates.
Easily accessible from the airport and train station, the Bologna Hotel Pisa has one of the most central locations in Pisa. The 64-room upper-mid-range hotel is within easy walking distance of many great restaurants, and about 15 minutes from the Leaning Tower. With an ample buffet breakfast, garden terrace, free Wi-Fi, and small meeting room, the hotel is a great value for couples, as well as small groups eager to explore the city. It's also convenient for those who need to get from place to place quickly via train or air. There are no amenities geared toward children so families should check out the nearby Hotel NH Cavalieri, which offers childcare services and free stays for children under the age of 11.
Easily accessible from the airport and train station, the Bologna Hotel Pisa has one of the most central locations in Pisa. The 64-room upper-mid-range hotel is within easy walking distance of many great restaurants, and about 15 minutes from the Leaning Tower. With an ample buffet breakfast, garden terrace, free Wi-Fi, and small meeting room, the hotel is a great value for couples, as well as small groups eager to explore the city. It's also convenient for those who need to get from place to place quickly via train or air. There are no amenities geared toward children so families should check out the nearby Hotel NH Cavalieri, which offers childcare services and free stays for children under the age of 11.