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Plaza Hotel Lucchesi

Lungarno della Zecca Vecchia, 38, 50122 Florence, Italy
Plaza Hotel Lucchesi
Real Traveler Rating: 4.5 out of 5 based on 111 reviews from 5 sources
Highly Recommended
Clean: Rating of 4.6 out of 5
Service: Rating of 4.5 out of 5
Location: Rating of 4.7 out of 5
Value: Rating of 2.0 out of 5
Room: Rating of 4.3 out of 5
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Highly Recommended
Based on 111 reviews
from 5 sources
  • Overall: Rating of 4.5 out of 5

    "We would highly recommend the hotel,We expected it to be a little tired and worn, but it was bright, clean, and very "Florence"." source Skoosh

    "I was very pleasantly surprised by the overall feel of the property as well as the extremely high levels of service from the staff." source Venere

    "You expect to see Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers waltzing down the staircase of this beautiful hotel." source Expedia

    "An excellent hotel in an unbeatable location -- right on the river, a short walk to Santa Croce, Uffizi, and other key places." source Venere

    "Will stay there again if we go back to Florence." source Expedia

  • Clean: Rating of 4.6 out of 5

    "The room was very clean and had a wonderfully comfortable bed." source Hotels.com

    "bathroom door needs more closure, better cleaning needed of furniture,otherwise a pleasant stay." source Venere

    "Very clean, great location, view of the Arno River." source Expedia

    "The rooms are clean and the room we had (407), had a balcony with a great view on the river." source Venere

    "Clean, spacious, superb breakfast with everything you could wish for." source Venere

  • Service: Rating of 4.5 out of 5

    "Concierge service was very pleasant, however." source Hotels.com

    "quality of service provided: a pity to require a deposit of 3 euros for an electrical adaptator when the price of one night is about 300 euros." source Venere

    "The hotel is in a great location and service was good." source Travelocity

    "We have stayed here at least six times and love the friendly staff,the location is excellent,especially if you get a river view room." source Expedia

    "I spent a wonderful day in your hotel, the price was reasonable and this is certainly not the last time that I will use your services." source Venere

  • Location: Rating of 4.7 out of 5

    "You could select a hotel that is more centrally located to the museums in the city center, but our room had an incredible view of the Arno river and the hill facing the city." source Hotels.com

    "The location of this hotel is excellent, within a short walking distance to all major sights and easy access to public transportation." source Venere

    "Excellent location, helpful front desk attendents, but slow on providing needed room repairs." source Expedia

    "Location was excellent, across the street from the Arno. A little east of main area so not as crowded." source Venere

    "It had a great location (10 min cab ride from the train, walking distance to everything." source Expedia

  • Value: Rating of 2.0 out of 5

    "This hotel was a star as far as we were concerned - great staff, lovely surroundings, handy for everywhere, and - by Italian standards - value for money." source Venere

    "The price was exceptional for the stay- which included breakfast." source Venere

    "Knowing the prices of the hotels in Florence, it was good value." source Venere

    "It was a good price for this EXCELLENT hotel." source Venere

    "The price was great." source Venere

More information on Plaza Hotel Lucchesi

Since 1860 synonymous with quality hospitality in Florence, the hotel is located on the right banks of the Arno river, with a marvelous view and southern exposure, right in the heart of the ancient city, across from Piazzale Michelangelo and San Miniato al Monte, a few steps away from the church of Santa Croce.Mentioned for over 50 years in the prestigious Michelin Guide, the Plaza Hotel Lucchesi is listed among the finest hotels in Florence in the category Grand Comfort for 2005 and 2006.Magnificently renovated in 2001, the hotel, which has an availability of 87 rooms and 10 Duplex Suites, is unique to Florence with its spacious, comfortable, elegant lobby and the wonderful panoramic views that can be seen from many rooms. Among those who, in the past, chose to stay in 4 star hotel, hotel can mention such important personalities as Domenico Modugno, Marcello Mastroianni or Fran?ois Mitterand and even now, thanks to continuous renewal, attention to detail and the warm friendliness of hotel whole staff, this hotel continues to be the choice of many famous people.The hotel offers Airport transfer, Baby sitting service, Banquet facilities,Bar,Concierge ,Conference facilities,Currency exchange,Dry cleaning, Internet access-Wireless, Laundry service, Lift / Elevator, Non-smoking rooms,Parking facilities-at cost,Pets allowed,Reception, Restaurant, Room service, Safe deposit box and Luggage storage.Breakfast is included.

Check-in Time:

1400

Check-out Time:

1200

Year Built:

2001

Year Renovated:

2001

Total Rooms:

97 rooms.97

Total Floors:

5 floors.

Rooms:

Standard Double Room:Room with 1 double bed or 2 twin beds include Air conditioning , Bathroom amenities, Cable / Satellite TV, Color TV, Ensuite / Private bathroom, Hairdryer, Heating, Internet access, Laundry service at cost, Mini bar, Non-smoking rooms, Room service, Safe in room and Telephone.Standard Triple Room:Room with 1 double bed and 1 single bed or 3 twin beds include Air conditioning , Bathroom amenities, Cable / Satellite TV, Color TV, Ensuite / Private bathroom, Hairdryer, Heating, Internet access, Laundry service at cost, Mini bar, Non-smoking rooms, Room service, Safe in room and Telephone.

Reservations

Both

Cancellation Policy

-48 hours

Directions

Florence is a city to visit on foot and the Plaza Hotel Lucchesi is certainly the ideal place to start from for a truly satisfying visit. The hotel is located on the right bank of the Arno river, between Santa Croce and Piazzale Michelangelo, a short distance from the Uffizi Gallery and the Ponte Vecchio, the Cathedral, the Accademia and the main Florence railroad station of Santa Maria Novella.The hotel has its own garage (for a charge), and is easy to reach by car.

Area

Florence.

Pets

True

Attractions

The hotel is ideally located near Santa Croce, Uffizi Palazzo Vecchio, Duome, Ponte Vecchio, Palaza Pitti Boboli, and the Museo Accademia.

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