Via Santa Giustina 48, 55100 Lucca, Italy·View on map
Hotel Palazzo Alexander is a four-star hotel in San Michele, Lucca, housed in a historic building within the old city walls.
Its setting on a quiet street puts museums, churches and central squares within a short walk, while Lucca Train Station is 900 m away.
The six accommodation types range from a single room to family rooms and two junior suites. Rooms measure 12–35 m² and feature air conditioning, soundproofing, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom; several also have a coffee machine. The junior suites add a spa bath, and one has a terrace and city views. Hardwood or parquet floors and marble bathroom finishes contribute to the palazzo’s period character.
Breakfast is served daily, with Continental, Italian, gluten-free and American options. You can also use the bar, room service and free WiFi throughout the hotel. Private parking is available at a nearby location by reservation for an additional daily charge. The staff speak multiple languages and can assist with restaurant reservations and parking arrangements.
The six room types at Hotel Palazzo Alexander range from a 12 m² single room for one person to suites measuring up to 35 m², with options for couples, three people and families of up to four. Each has a private bathroom, air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and soundproofing. Hardwood or parquet floors carry the historic character through the accommodation, while the bathrooms have marble finishes.
The Double or Twin Room offers a super-king-size bed or two singles, and the Family Room is formed from two connecting rooms. A Triple Room combines a single bed with a super-king-size bed. The two junior suites provide more space: one has a seating area and spa bath, while the larger suite adds a separate living room, a terrace and city views. Coffee machines and minibars feature in most room types.
At 12 m², this is the smallest option and accommodates one person in a single bed. A bath, soundproofing and hardwood or parquet floors distinguish the room. It also has air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and minibar, with a private bathroom that includes toiletries, a bidet and hairdryer.
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This 16 m² room can be set up with a super-king-size double bed or two single beds, making it the flexible choice for two people. A coffee machine is a useful extra alongside the minibar. The private bathroom has a bath or shower, while soundproofing and air conditioning complete the room.
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At 32 m², this room is made up of two connecting rooms and accommodates up to four people. Its main bed arrangement has two super-king-size double beds, with an alternative configuration that includes single beds. The connected layout gives family members separate room space, while a coffee machine and minibar add practical touches.
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This 23 m² room accommodates three with a single bed and a super-king-size double bed. A sofa provides additional seating, distinguishing it from the standard double and twin options. The room also has a coffee machine, minibar and private bathroom with a bath or shower.
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At 30 m², this suite adds a seating area and a spa bath to the super-king-size double bed. The private bathroom also has a separate private hot tub, making bathing facilities its defining feature. Air conditioning, soundproofing, a coffee machine and minibar are provided.
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The largest option at 35 m², this suite has a separate bedroom and living room, a terrace and views over the city. A spa bath distinguishes it from the other suite, and the layout includes a double bed and sofa bed. The bathroom also has a walk-in shower.
See pricesHotel Palazzo Alexander provides free WiFi throughout the property, and air conditioning is available in the rooms. Breakfast is served daily, with Continental, Italian, gluten-free and American choices; you can have it in your room. The bar, on-site coffee house and snack bar provide drinks and light refreshments, while wine and champagne are also available. Room service and minibars offer additional in-room convenience.
For getting around, the hotel has bicycle rental, bike tours and walking tours, along with a tour desk and concierge service. Cooking classes and local culture tours are among the activities available. A 24-hour front desk, luggage storage and express check-in and check-out support arrivals and departures. The building has a lift and facilities for disabled guests, as well as family rooms. Private parking is available nearby by reservation and costs 25 euros per day; valet parking is also offered.
Hotel Palazzo Alexander stands in San Michele, on a quiet street inside Lucca’s historic walls. The nearby Chiesa Evangelica Valdese is 50 m away, and Museo Nazionale di Palazzo Mansi is also 50 m from the hotel. San Matteo is 100 m away; Museo-casa natale di Giacomo Puccini and Porta San Donato are each 200–250 m away. The immediate streets have restaurants and cafés, including La Focaccina at 150 m.
Lucca Train Station is 900 m away, while Autolinee Toscane Terminal Bus Lucca is 300 m from the hotel. Pisa International Airport is 17.8 km away and Florence Airport is 55.7 km away. Private parking is available at a nearby location and requires a reservation; the daily charge is 25 euros. If you are driving into the historic centre, arrange access and parking with the hotel before arrival. The staff can assist with parking arrangements and restaurant reservations.
For a walk through the centre, Piazza Napoleone is 450 m away and Piazza dell’Anfiteatro is 550 m away. Guinigi Tower is 650 m from the hotel. Palazzo Pfanner is 350 m away, as is its garden, while Palazzo Ducale is also 350 m from the property. Parco delle Mura Urbane is 250 m away. You can join walking tours, bike tours or tours about local culture through the hotel, or visit Museo Italiano del Fumetto e dell’Immagine, 350 m away.
Guests frequently praise the friendly, professional staff, the quiet central setting and generous breakfasts served at the table. Spacious rooms with high ceilings also receive positive comments. Some guests find the showers small and bathroom fittings dated, despite the marble finishes.
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Hotel Palazzo Alexander is on a quiet street in San Michele, inside Lucca’s historic centre. Lucca Train Station is 900 m away, and Autolinee Toscane Terminal Bus Lucca is 300 m away. Private parking is available at a nearby location, requires a reservation and costs 25 euros per day; the hotel also offers valet parking. Contact the hotel before driving into the historic centre to arrange access and parking.
Hotel Palazzo Alexander is 50 m from Museo Nazionale di Palazzo Mansi and 200 m from Museo-casa natale di Giacomo Puccini. Porta San Donato and Parco delle Mura Urbane are each 250 m away. Palazzo Pfanner and its garden are 350 m from the hotel, while Piazza Napoleone is 450 m away and Piazza dell’Anfiteatro is 550 m away.
Hotel Palazzo Alexander serves breakfast daily, with Continental, Italian, gluten-free and American options. Breakfast can be served in your room. Guests have praised the generous portions and table service, so breakfast is a feature of the stay, with the serving style noted positively by reviewers.
Hotel Palazzo Alexander has private parking at a nearby location, rather than on site. A reservation is required, and parking costs 25 euros per day. Valet parking is also offered. The staff can assist with parking arrangements, which is useful if you plan to arrive by car in the historic centre.
Hotel Palazzo Alexander has Single, Double or Twin, Family and Triple Rooms, as well as two junior suite types. The Family Room consists of two connecting rooms and accommodates up to four people. One junior suite has a seating area and spa bath; the larger suite adds a separate living room, terrace and city views.
Hotel Palazzo Alexander provides facilities for disabled guests and has a lift. These features can help with access around the building. The rooms also have private bathrooms, and the hotel has a 24-hour front desk; room-specific accessibility features are not described here.
Hotel Palazzo Alexander offers bicycle rental, bike tours and walking tours, as well as tours or classes about local culture. Cooking classes, cycling, hiking and horse riding are also among the available activities. A tour desk and concierge service can assist with arranging local outings.