Welcoming Bed & Breakfast in Lucca's historic centre, a short distance from Piazza Anfiteatro, featuring Tuscan-style accommodation, private parking, and free WiFi.
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La Gemma Di Elena is a refined Bed & Breakfast set within the medieval walls of Lucca’s historic centre, just 350 metres from the famous Piazza dell’Anfiteatro. The property offers welcoming accommodation furnished in classic Tuscan style, enhanced by antique wooden furniture, tiled or marble floors, and functional features including air conditioning and free WiFi.
Accommodations range from double and triple rooms to spacious independent apartments equipped with a kitchen, patio, or terrace overlooking the internal garden. Every morning guests can enjoy a buffet breakfast with sweet and savoury options, designed to accommodate vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free diets. Bike rental is available on-site for exploring the city’s historic alleys and imposing city walls.
The central position allows guests to walk to Lucca’s main sights, including Guinigi Tower and the Basilica of San Frediano. The property also provides private parking nearby complete with an access pass for driving within the restricted traffic zone.
The accommodations at Bed & Breakfast La Gemma Di Elena reflect the authentic charm of Tuscan tradition, combining period elements with modern features. Options vary from single and double rooms to apartments accommodating up to four guests, suited for families or longer stays. Selected units overlook the internal courtyard or property garden.
All units include a private bathroom, air conditioning, free WiFi, and a flat-screen TV. Larger units offer additional outdoor spaces such as a terrace, balcony, or private patio, alongside fully equipped kitchens with a dishwasher and coffee machine for full self-sufficiency during your stay in Lucca.
Accommodation featuring antique wooden furniture and terracotta or tiled floors. It offers air conditioning, WiFi, and a private bathroom with shower.
Spacious independent apartment comprising a bedroom, living room, well-equipped kitchen with dishwasher, and private bathroom. It features a balcony and a terrace.
Compact room designed for solo travellers, featuring Tuscan wooden furnishings, air conditioning, en-suite bathroom, and WiFi connection.
The only triple room featuring a terrace overlooking the internal garden. It includes a seating area, individually controlled air conditioning, and a private bathroom.
Budget accommodation option in a shared dormitory room, equipped with air conditioning and ceramic or marble flooring.
Very spacious 120 sq m apartment featuring a private entrance, private patio with garden views, washing machine, and a modern fully equipped kitchen.
La Gemma Di Elena provides a range of amenities designed for a seamless stay in the centre of Lucca. Highlights include free WiFi throughout the property and private parking located nearby, which comes with a central access pass for guests arriving by car.
Outdoor spaces feature a quiet garden furnished with a picnic area and patio. The property welcomes pets and provides dedicated bowls and baskets. For exploring the surroundings, bike rental, walking tours, and cooking classes can be arranged.
La Gemma Di Elena is located on Via della Zecca, a quiet residential street in Lucca’s historic centre, set inside the Renaissance city walls at an altitude of approximately 19 metres above sea level. The setting places guests within 50 metres of the historic Porta dei Borghi and the Church of San Leonardo, as well as a short walk from local cafes and traditional trattorias.
Connections are convenient whether visiting on foot or by public transport. The iconic Piazza dell’Anfiteatro is 250 metres away, while Guinigi Tower can be reached within a 300-metre walk. Lucca Central Station is 1 km away, reachable in 10 minutes on foot or by bus. Pisa Galileo Galilei Airport is approximately 18 km away, and Florence Peretola Airport is 55 km away.
The location suits visits across all seasons. In spring and summer, guests can cycle along the 4.2 km panoramic path on top of Lucca’s walls or visit historic residences nearby, such as Villa Reale di Marlia 6 km away. In autumn and winter, the historic centre hosts cultural events and exhibitions, making visits to local museums and the nearby Cathedral of San Martino a highlight.
Guests frequently praise the location in the historic centre and the friendliness of the staff. High marks are consistently given to the cleanliness, overall comfort, and quality of the buffet breakfast.
Check-in at La Gemma Di Elena is available from 14:00 to 20:00, while check-out must be completed between 05:00 and 10:30.
Yes, La Gemma Di Elena accepts pets upon request; extra charges may apply, and pet bowls and baskets are provided.
La Gemma Di Elena provides private parking nearby, which includes a special pass to access Lucca’s historic centre by car.
Yes, La Gemma Di Elena offers a buffet breakfast with sweet, savoury, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options.
Yes, guests at La Gemma Di Elena can rent bicycles to explore the city and ride along Lucca’s walls.
La Gemma Di Elena is located right in the historic centre of Lucca, just 250 metres from Piazza dell’Anfiteatro and 300 metres from Guinigi Tower.
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