Hotel · 5 stars · Lucca Hills

Hotel Villa Casanova

Via Di Casanova di Balbano, 1600 , 55100 Lucca, Italy·View on map

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Check-infrom 14:00
Check-outuntil 11:00
Parking✓ Free
WiFi✓ Free
Pets✓ Allowed
BreakfastContinental, Italian, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Buffet

Description

Hotel Villa Casanova is a 5-star hotel in the Lucca Hills, set within the grounds of an 18th-century Tuscan farmhouse.

Its historic estate includes several farmhouses, a patrician chapel and a 40-hectare pine forest, with the valley and Castello di Nozzano visible from the infinity pool. The hotel is about 10 km from Lucca's centre and 14 km from Pisa International Airport. Its countryside setting suits travellers looking for a quiet stay with access to the city and surrounding villages. The garden and shared lounge offer places to spend time on site, while bicycle rental, tennis facilities and cooking classes add activities beyond the pool.

The four room types each measure 60 m² and accommodate up to two people. All have a private bathroom, air conditioning, soundproofing, a minibar and a coffee machine. Room views and outdoor space vary, with garden, landmark or mountain outlooks and balconies or terraces in selected categories. The hotel serves a buffet breakfast with continental, Italian, vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free choices. A restaurant, bar and room service are available. Free public parking is possible nearby, Wi-Fi is free throughout, and pets are allowed; charges may apply.

Rooms

4 room types · 60–60 m²

All four room types at Hotel Villa Casanova are 60 m² and sleep up to two people. Each has a private bathroom with a bath and shower, air conditioning and soundproofing. The bed arrangement centres on an extra-large double bed; the Superior Double Room with Balcony and Valley View also has a sofa bed. Minibars and coffee machines are shared features across the rooms, with a flat-screen TV in each. The generous floor area gives every category suite-like proportions, while differences centre on the outlook and access to outdoor space.

The Superior Double Room with Balcony and Valley View has a balcony and garden view, while the Deluxe Double Room with Valley View adds a landmark outlook. The Classic Double Room has no named view or balcony in its room details and includes a safety deposit box. The Classic Double Room with Balcony stands apart for its mountain view and balcony, with a terrace also among its highlights. Towels, slippers, toiletries and a hairdryer are provided in the bathrooms.

Superior Double Room with Balcony and Valley View — Hotel Villa Casanova

Superior Double Room with Balcony and Valley View

60 m² Max. 2 guests 1 Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) and 1 Sofa bed
BalconyGarden viewBath

At 60 m², this is the only room combining a balcony with a garden outlook and a valley view. The private bathroom includes both a bath and shower, while air conditioning and soundproofing are provided. Its bed arrangement combines an extra-large double bed with a sofa bed.

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Deluxe Double Room with Valley View — Hotel Villa Casanova

Deluxe Double Room with Valley View

60 m² Max. 2 guests 1 Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)
Landmark viewMinibarBath

This 60 m² room pairs a valley outlook with a separate landmark view. Its private bathroom has both a bath and shower, and the room includes a minibar, coffee machine, flat-screen TV and soundproofing. It has an extra-large double bed and no balcony among its room facilities.

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Classic Double Room — Hotel Villa Casanova

Classic Double Room

60 m² Max. 2 guests 1 Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)
Safety deposit boxAir conditioningMinibar

The Classic Double Room has the same 60 m² floor area as the other categories, but no named view or balcony. A safety deposit box distinguishes its room facilities; the bathroom has a bath and shower, and air conditioning and soundproofing are provided. It has an extra-large double bed.

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Classic Double Room with Balcony — Hotel Villa Casanova

Classic Double Room with Balcony

60 m² Max. 2 guests 1 Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)
Mountain viewBalconyTerrace

A mountain outlook and balcony set this 60 m² room apart from the other categories. It also has a terrace, a private bathroom with a bath and shower, air conditioning and soundproofing. The extra-large double bed is complemented by a minibar and coffee machine, with direct access to outdoor space.

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Facilities

50 facilities
Restaurant
Parking
Private bathroom
Pets allowed
Air conditioning
Bath
Free WiFi
Airport shuttle
Free parking
Room service

Hotel Villa Casanova's shared facilities combine dining, outdoor space and practical services. The restaurant, bar and room service provide food and drink options, while breakfast can be brought to your room; the selection includes continental, Italian, vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free choices. A minibar and tea and coffee maker are also among the available amenities. Wi-Fi is free throughout the property, and air conditioning is available.

Outside, the sun terrace, terrace and garden accompany bicycle rental, a tennis court and tennis equipment. Cooking classes and cycling are offered, while the shared lounge has a TV area and board games and puzzles. The property has a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage and daily housekeeping, with laundry and ironing services also available. Free public parking is possible nearby, and an airport shuttle is available. Pets are allowed, with charges possibly applying.

General

  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Bicycle rental
  • Cooking class
  • Tennis equipment
  • Cycling
  • Tennis court
  • Luggage storage
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Safety deposit box
  • Shared lounge/TV area

Food & drink

  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker

In the room

  • Private bathroom
  • Bath
  • Shower
  • Bath or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bidet
  • Towels
  • Slippers
  • Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
  • Coffee machine
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Sofa
  • Seating area

Media & technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Telephone
  • TV
  • Internet services

Parking

  • Parking

Hotel Villa Casanova sits in the Lucca Hills, at the historic Balbano locality, among pine trees and rolling countryside west of Lucca. The estate centres on an 18th-century Tuscan farmhouse, with other farm buildings and a patrician chapel; its garden opens towards the valley and Castello di Nozzano. The grounds include a 40-hectare pine forest, and the infinity pool looks over the valley. Monte Bozzi is 650 m away, while Balbano and Castiglioncello are each 1.4 km from the hotel.

Nozzano railway station lies 2.2 km away and Ripafratta station 2.9 km away; Pisa International Airport is 14 km from the property. Florence Airport is 65 km away. The hotel stands among the hills, separate from Lucca's urban centre, so a car connects the estate with the city and nearby villages. Free public parking is possible nearby, and a bus or shuttle connection is available for a fee. If you arrive by rail, plan the final leg from either station; the hotel asks you to share your expected arrival time in advance.

Massaciuccoli village is 2.1 km away, and Lake Massaciuccoli is 5 km from the hotel. Rocca di Ripafratta is 3 km away, while Castello di Nozzano is 3.1 km away. In Lucca, Baluardo Santa Croce is 9 km away, with Piazza dell'Anfiteatro and Guinigi Tower each 10 km from the hotel. You can explore the nearby villages and countryside, hire a bicycle at the hotel, or spend time in the garden and beside the valley-view pool.

  • Monte Bozzi
    A nearby peak with a countryside setting and views over the surrounding hills.
    650 m
  • Balbano
    A small village close to the hotel among western Lucca's rural surroundings.
    1.4 km
  • Massaciuccoli
    A village near the lake, with a quiet setting beyond Lucca's centre.
    2.1 km
  • Rocca di Ripafratta
    A historic fortress site among the nearby hills and villages.
    3 km
  • Castello di Nozzano
    A castle overlooking the countryside west of Lucca.
    3.1 km
  • Nozzano Castello
    A nearby village associated with the castle and the surrounding countryside.
    3.1 km

Is it for you?

Yes, if…

  • ✓you want generous room space: each room measures 60 m² and accommodates up to two people
  • ✓you enjoy countryside scenery, with a garden and an infinity pool overlooking the valley
  • ✓you appreciate a varied buffet breakfast, including vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free choices
  • ✓you are travelling with a pet: pets are allowed, although charges may apply
  • ✓you would like activities on site, including bicycle rental, tennis and cooking classes

Maybe not, if…

  • ✕you want to stay close to Lucca's centre: the hotel is about 10 km away
  • ✕you need private parking on the grounds: parking is public and available nearby
  • ✕you need a room for more than two people: each room accommodates a maximum of two
  • ✕you need a shuttle at no extra charge: the bus or shuttle connection is available for a fee

What guests say

269 verified reviews
8.9

Guests most often commend the friendly, attentive staff and peaceful hillside setting. They also value the breakfast served on the terrace, the spacious suite-like rooms and the garden pool with valley views. Staff, cleanliness and comfort are among the strongest review categories.

Cleanliness9.4
Staff9.3
Comfort9.3
Facilities9.0
Location9.0
Value for money8.6
Free WiFi8.0

Frequently asked questions

How much does a night at Hotel Villa Casanova cost?

Rates at Hotel Villa Casanova vary by season, room type and dates. For your travel period, see the current rates through our booking partners.

How do I get to Hotel Villa Casanova?

Hotel Villa Casanova is in the Lucca Hills, about 10 km from Lucca's centre. Nozzano railway station is 2.2 km away and Ripafratta station is 2.9 km away. Free public parking is possible nearby, while a bus or shuttle connection is available for a fee. The hotel asks you to share your expected arrival time in advance.

What is near Hotel Villa Casanova?

Hotel Villa Casanova is close to Balbano village and Castiglioncello, both 1.4 km away, and Massaciuccoli village, 2.1 km away. Lake Massaciuccoli is 5 km from the hotel. Rocca di Ripafratta is 3 km away, and Castello di Nozzano is 3.1 km away. Lucca's Baluardo Santa Croce is 9 km away.

What breakfast does Hotel Villa Casanova serve?

Hotel Villa Casanova serves a buffet breakfast with continental and Italian options, as well as vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free choices. Breakfast in the room is available, and guests praise the buffet served on the terrace with views of the surrounding scenery.

Does Hotel Villa Casanova allow pets?

Hotel Villa Casanova allows pets, although charges may apply. Pet bowls are available, and the property has a garden.

What are the rooms like at Hotel Villa Casanova?

Hotel Villa Casanova has four room types, each measuring 60 m² and accommodating up to two people. Every room has a private bathroom, air conditioning and soundproofing, with an extra-large double bed. Selected rooms add a balcony and garden, valley or mountain views.

Does Hotel Villa Casanova have a swimming pool?

Hotel Villa Casanova has an infinity pool overlooking the valley, set beside the garden. Guests praise its outdoor setting and views, and sun loungers and umbrellas are available around the pool.

What activities does Hotel Villa Casanova offer?

Hotel Villa Casanova offers bicycle rental, cycling, a tennis court and tennis equipment. Cooking classes are also available at the property.

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