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Inside the Wall

Lucca , Piazza Santa Maria 2 (Show on Map)

9.2

Excellent

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Summary of reviews"Inside the Wall" in Lucca has garnered high praise from guests for several outstanding aspects, making it a highly recommended accommodation choice. The hotel's most acclaimed feature is its prime location, strategically situated within the historic city walls. This positioning offers easy access to Lucca’s cultural and historical sites, while being close to parking facilities, bars and restaurants. Guests commend the peaceful neighborhood despite its central location, providing a quiet retreat amid the city's charm.

The rooms at "Inside the Wall" are frequently highlighted for their stylish decor, meticulous cleanliness and comfort. Guests find the accommodations not only aesthetically pleasing with a blend of designer and artistic touches, but also spacious and well-furnished. The beds receive specific praise for their comfort, ensuring a restful stay. The hotel takes pride in keeping the rooms spotless, often cleaning more than once daily, which significantly adds to the guests' positive experiences.

While breakfast is not included on-site, the hotel directs guests to excellent nearby cafes, an approach that many have come to appreciate. These local spots, recommended by the hotel's friendly staff, offer delightful options for morning meals, enhancing the overall experience.

The staff at "Inside the Wall" are renowned for their exceptional hospitality and attentiveness. Rebecka, in particular, is repeatedly mentioned for her excellent communication and helpfulness. Guests highlight the staff’s dedication to making their stay enjoyable, from organizing taxi bookings to providing insightful local recommendations. This level of service consistently contributes to the hotel's welcoming atmosphere.

In summary, "Inside the Wall" excels with its elegant and clean rooms, prime location and outstanding staff, making it an ideal choice for travelers seeking comfort and convenience in Lucca. Though there are minor areas for improvement, such as occasional noise between rooms and the need for minor amenities like an iron, the overall experience remains overwhelmingly positive.
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Room Types

Small Double Room Featuring free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a shower, a bidet and a hairdryer. The air-conditioned double room features a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe as well as city views.

Superior Double or Twin Room Featuring free toiletries, this twin/double room includes a private bathroom with a shower, a bidet and a hairdryer. The air-conditioned twin/double room features a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe as well as city views. The unit has 1 bed.

Superior Triple Room Offering free toiletries, this triple room includes a private bathroom with a shower, a bidet and a hairdryer. This triple room features air conditioning, a minibar, flat-screen TV with streaming services, as well as wine/champagne for guests. The unit offers 2 beds.

Presidential Suite This spacious suite consists of 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 2 bathrooms with a shower and free toiletries. The fully equipped kitchen features a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and an oven. The air-conditioned suite provides a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a minibar, a tea and coffee maker, a seating area as well as city views. The unit offers 3 beds.

About Inside the Wall

License: 046017AFR0323, IT046017B4ZHDHRYCS

Guest Reviews

9.2

Excellent

Location

Located right inside the historic walls of Lucca, 'Inside the Wall' boasts an exceptional and convenient position for exploring the city's charming center. The hotel is situated in a peaceful neighborhood, yet remains in close proximity to various bars, restaurants and popular sites. The location offers easy access for guests arriving by car, avoiding the often restrictive ZTL zones.

Numerous reviews highlight the strategic placement near parking facilities, making it a convenient choice for travelers. The central location combined with a quiet setting provides the perfect starting point to explore Lucca on foot. Guests praised the beautiful and tastefully decorated rooms, which blend comfort with a unique and charming ambiance.

The structure's remarkable cleanliness and stylish decor receive consistent commendations with many guests appreciating the thoughtfully furnished and spacious rooms. The welcoming and friendly staff are often mentioned, contributing to an overall atmosphere of exceptional hospitality.

In summary, 'Inside the Wall' stands out for its perfect and beautiful location, just inside the walled city, offering quick access to all of Lucca's historical and cultural treasures. Its combination of elegance, comfort and convenience makes it an ideal accommodation choice.

Breakfast

The breakfast experience at 'Inside the Wall' receives mixed reviews from guests. Breakfast is not included in the stay, which some visitors view as a minor inconvenience. However, many appreciate the local alternatives, noting several nearby bars serving delicious coffee and sandwiches just a short distance away. The hotel's recommendations for breakfast spots are particularly praised with mentions of an excellent breakfast bar around the corner enhancing the overall stay. Many travelers find value in exploring the recommended cafes, stating that visiting these local spots is an enjoyable experience worth trying. Additionally, the mini bar at the hotel offers great choices for those arriving late. Overall, while breakfast is not available on-site, the quality and convenience of nearby breakfast options seem to meet and even exceed guest expectations.

Rooms

'Inside the Wall' offers an impressive living experience, marked by its beautiful and unique rooms. The accommodations are stylishly furnished, boasting a mix of designer and artistic touches. Guests highlight the tastefully curated decor with meticulously chosen furnishings that create a charming and personal ambiance.

The rooms are described as spacious, cheerful and perfect for families with some apartments big enough to comfortably house a family of four, complete with two bathrooms. The beds are repeatedly noted for their comfort, ensuring a restful stay and rooms are consistently praised for their cleanliness with daily freshening up.

Strategically located in the center of the city, the hotel provides convenient access while maintaining a delightful and unique charm. The structure itself is a period building within the city walls, adding an extra layer of character to the stay. Each room is thoughtfully equipped with all necessary comforts, ensuring guests have everything they need at their fingertips.

'Inside the Wall' manages to surpass expectations, often leaving guests pleasantly surprised with rooms that look even better in person than in photos. The dedication to detail in both furnishings and service is consistently mentioned, making it an attractive option for travelers seeking a stylish and comfortable stay.

Beds

Inside the Wall is highly praised for its excellent location, unique design and great hospitality. Guests frequently highlight the comfort of the beds, noting them to be among the most comfortable they have ever slept on with super comfortable, top-notch mattresses being a recurrent theme. Many reviews emphasize how cozy and well-equipped the rooms are, making for a very enjoyable stay. However, some guests mentioned that they found the mattresses a bit too soft or felt they should be replaced, but these observations seem to be exceptions rather than the rule. Overall, the comfortable beds and inviting rooms contribute significantly to the positive experience at Inside the Wall.

Cleanliness

'Inside the Wall' garners high praise for its exceptional cleanliness and attention to detail. Visitors frequently highlight the immaculate and well-maintained rooms, which are cleaned more than once daily, ensuring a fresh and inviting stay. The linens are noted to be clean and of high quality, contributing to a comfortable sleep experience. Guests appreciate the stylish, authentic and modern decor, which adds a unique and charming character to the space.

The hotel is described as offering small but clean and elegantly designed rooms, often noted for their tasteful renovation and high levels of cleanliness. The welcoming atmosphere extends to the courtesy and kindness of the staff, alongside thoughtful amenities such as a coffee machine in the room and excellent hospitality that includes guidance on local dining.

Despite a few minor mentions of noise and suggestions for more thorough cleaning in certain areas, the overwhelming sentiment reflects a property that takes great care in maintaining cleanliness and providing a delightful, relaxing stay. With its great location, creative decor and exceptional service, 'Inside the Wall' leaves guests feeling comfortable and happy, making it a highly recommended choice for travelers.

Staff

Tucked within the city walls, 'Inside the Wall' boasts an unparalleled hospitality experience, as echoed by numerous guest reviews. The warmth and helpfulness of the staff, particularly Rebecka, stand out with many guests praising her amazing communication skills and extensive local knowledge. The friendly and welcoming nature of the staff shines through with commendations for the staff's willingness to go above and beyond, from personalized check-ins to organizing taxi bookings and even finding phone chargers for guests.

Guests consistently note the superb management, highlighting both the host's and the owner Sabina's graciousness and informative demeanor. The overall experience is amplified by the attentive and accommodating nature of the staff, ensuring that visitors feel well-cared-for throughout their stay. The team at 'Inside the Wall' is also recognized for providing great dining recommendations, making guests' stays not only comfortable but also memorable.

Overall, reviews paint a picture of a hotel where the friendliness and efficiency of the staff are paramount, contributing significantly to the charm and appeal of 'Inside the Wall'. With a combination of a prime location and exemplary service, it’s no wonder guests express eagerness to return.

3 Star

Inside the Wall offers a charmingly rustic-modern ambiance, blending well-maintained facilities with clean and lovely interiors. The rooms are beautifully decorated, featuring comfortable beds and convenient code-based locks. Guests highlight the central location as ideal, complemented by the fantastic and hospitable staff.

While the hotel impresses with its overall presentation, a few points for improvement were noted. Some guests found the noise levels between rooms to be noticeable, recommending earplugs for light sleepers. There were occasional issues with hot water availability and the lack of an iron was mentioned. Despite these minor drawbacks, Inside the Wall remains a delightful option for those appreciating a boutique-style stay in the heart of the city.

No, Inside the Wall doesn't have any pool.

No, a spa isn't available at Inside the Wall.

No, Inside the Wall doesn't allow dogs.

No, parking facilities aren't available at Inside the Wall.

No, Inside the Wall doesn't have a gym.

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