La Terrazza Del Fotografo – Guest house in Lucca

Description

La Terrazza Del Fotografo is a guest house in San Michele, Lucca, inside the historic walls and with a sunny terrace for outdoor time.

Set in an older city building, it offers rooms with private bathrooms and kitchen facilities, including family rooms. The selection ranges from double rooms to a 40 m² Studio for up to five people. Some rooms have city views or a balcony, while the Studio includes a fireplace. Flat-screen TVs and air conditioning are among the room features.

The shared kitchen and lounge provide space to prepare food and relax. An Italian breakfast can be served in the room. WiFi is free in guest rooms, and pets are accepted on request, with charges possibly applying. Guinigi Tower is 200 m away and Piazza dell'Anfiteatro is 250 m away. Lucca Train Station is 650 m from the guest house, and guests are asked to share their expected arrival time in advance.

Rooms

6 room types · 18–40 m²

The six room options range from 18 to 40 m² and accommodate two to five people. Each has a private bathroom and kitchen facilities, including a stovetop, refrigerator, dishwasher and kitchenware; equipment also includes a microwave, oven, toaster, kettle, dining table and coffee machine. Options include double rooms, a Superior Queen Room and a Studio.

Terraces are a recurring feature, with some rooms overlooking a quiet street and others offering city views. The 18 m² Double Room with Terrace has air conditioning and a city-view balcony, while the 30 m² room for up to four adds a private entrance and walk-in shower. The Studio has a fireplace and the largest floor area; other rooms offer smaller layouts for two or three.

Superior Queen Room

25 m² Max. 2 guests 1 Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) or 2 Single bed

TerraceQuiet street viewDishwasher

At 25 m², the Superior Queen Room sleeps two and has a terrace with a quiet street view. Its kitchen includes a dishwasher, coffee machine and other cooking equipment. You can choose an extra-large double bed or two single beds, making this room distinct from the city-view options.

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Studio

40 m² Max. 5 guests 1 Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) or 1 Single bed and 1 Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) and 1 Sofa bed

FireplaceTerraceKitchen

The 40 m² Studio is the largest option and accommodates up to five people. It has a fireplace and a terrace overlooking a quiet street, with a kitchen equipped for preparing meals. Its alternative sleeping arrangements include a sofa bed, giving groups a different layout from the double rooms.

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Double Room with Terrace

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

BalconyCity viewAir conditioning

At 18 m², this is the smallest room for two. It combines a city-view terrace and balcony with air conditioning, as well as kitchen facilities. The extra-large double bed is the only bed layout for this room, unlike the twin alternatives offered in several other rooms.

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Double Room with Private Bathroom

30 m² Max. 4 guests 1 Extra-large double bed (Super-king size) or 2 Single bed

City viewPrivate entranceWalk-in shower

The 30 m² room accommodates up to four, making it larger than the 20 m² room with the same name. It has city views, a private entrance and a walk-in shower. Kitchen facilities include a dishwasher, and the sleeping arrangements can be set as an extra-large double bed or two single beds.

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Large Double Room

25 m² Max. 3 guests 1 Single bed and 1 Large bed (King size) or 2 Single bed

City viewAir conditioningDining table

This 25 m² room accommodates up to three and has a city-view terrace with air conditioning. Its bed options are a large king-size double with a single bed, or two single beds. A kitchen and dining table give the room self-catering facilities.

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Double Room with Private Bathroom

20 m² Max. 3 guests 1 Large bed (King size) or 2 Single bed

City viewAir conditioningCoffee machine

This 20 m² room is the smaller of the two Double Room with Private Bathroom options and accommodates up to three. It includes air conditioning, city views and a terrace, with kitchen equipment such as a coffee machine and dishwasher. Its bed choices are a king-size double or two single beds.

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Facilities

52 facilities

Parking

Private bathroom

Pets allowed

Free WiFi

Family rooms

Shuttle service

Kitchen

Terrace

Non-smoking rooms

Flat-screen TV

Free WiFi is available in the rooms, and the shared kitchen has a refrigerator, dishwasher, oven, stovetop, microwave, toaster, kettle and coffee machine. A dining table, seating area and children's high chair complement the cooking facilities. Outdoors, the sun terrace, outdoor furniture and outdoor dining area provide places to sit. Flat-screen TV, cable and satellite channels, and a radio cover in-room entertainment.

An Italian breakfast can be served in the room; the snack bar, minibar and tea/coffee maker add food and drink options. Parking facilities include a garage, and public parking is possible nearby for a charge without advance reservations. Pets are allowed on request, with charges possibly applying; pet bowls and a pet basket are provided. Bicycle rental, bike tours, walking tours, daily housekeeping, luggage storage and shuttle service are also offered.

General

Outdoor furniture
Outdoor dining area
Sun terrace
Terrace
Bicycle rental
Happy hour
Themed dinner nights
Bike tours
Walking tours
Pub crawls
Cycling
Golf course (within 3 km)
Shuttle service
Pet bowls
Pet basket

Food & drink

Wine/champagne
Snack bar
Breakfast in the room
Minibar
Tea/Coffee maker

In the room

Toilet paper
Towels
Bidet
Bath or shower
Private bathroom
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Shower
Linen
Wardrobe or closet
Shared kitchen
Children's high chair
Dining table
Coffee machine
Dishwasher

Media & technology

Flat-screen TV
Cable channels
Satellite channels
Radio
TV
Internet services

Parking

Parking garage

Location

Hotels in San Michele

La Terrazza Del Fotografo is on Via Fatinelli in San Michele, within Lucca’s historic walls. Here, older palazzi, small churches and narrow streets sit among cafés and restaurants. Sant'Andrea is 50 m away; Torre Civica delle Ore and Mercato del Carmine are both 100 m from the guest house. Ristorante all'Olivo, also 50 m away, is one nearby dining option. Palazzo Bernardini, Palazzo Lippi and Casa Barletti Baroni are also in the immediate streetscape.

Lucca Train Station is 650 m away, and the walk to the guest house passes through the historic centre. Public parking is possible nearby, is paid and cannot be reserved. Drivers should arrange access with La Terrazza Del Fotografo before entering the centre, and guests are asked to share their expected arrival time in advance. Arrivals after 21:00 incur a surcharge. The property also offers a shuttle service.

Several named sights can be visited on foot from the guest house: Palazzo Guinigi is 150 m away, Piazza dell'Anfiteatro 250 m and San Martino Cathedral 300 m. Guinigi Tower is known for trees growing on its summit, while Piazza dell'Anfiteatro follows the oval plan of a Roman amphitheatre. Nearby museums include Museo Storico della Liberazione, Museo della Città di Lucca and Museo-casa natale di Giacomo Puccini. You can also use the property’s bicycle rental or join its bike tours to explore the centre.

Sant'Andrea
A historic church close to the guest house in the old centre.50 m
Torre Civica delle Ore
A historic clock tower among the old centre’s narrow streets.100 m
Mercato del Carmine
A nearby historic market building in central Lucca.100 m
Palazzo Guinigi
A historic palace with a distinctive tower topped by trees.150 m
Piazza dell'Anfiteatro
An oval piazza following the footprint of a Roman amphitheatre.250 m
San Martino Cathedral
Lucca’s cathedral, a notable church in the historic centre.300 m

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Is it for you?

Yes, if…

✓you enjoy outdoor space: the guest house has a sunny terrace praised as a calm place for breakfast and evening drinks.
✓you are travelling as a family or group: family rooms are available, and the 40 m² Studio accommodates up to five people.
✓you like preparing meals: rooms have kitchen facilities and there is also a shared kitchen with snacks and drinks.
✓you are travelling with a pet: pets are allowed on request, though charges may apply.
✓you want to visit central sights on foot: Palazzo Guinigi is 150 m away and Piazza dell'Anfiteatro is 250 m away.

Maybe not, if…

✕you are sensitive to noise: guests report that thin walls and doors can carry sounds from neighbours, the street and shared spaces.
✕you need parking included or reserved in advance: nearby public parking is paid and cannot be reserved.
✕you expect to arrive after 21:00: late arrivals incur a surcharge, and you are asked to provide your expected arrival time in advance.
✕you are particular about bed frames: some guests found them creaky or low, although mattresses were often comfortable.

What guests say

281 verified reviews

8.3

Guests particularly appreciate the setting inside the historic walls, close to restaurants and the train station, along with the sunny terrace and shared kitchen. Some report noise travelling through thin walls and doors; a few also mention creaky or low bed frames, although mattresses are often comfortable.

Free WiFi10.0

Location9.4

Staff8.8

Cleanliness8.6

Facilities8.5

Comfort8.4

Value for money8.4

Frequently asked questions

How much does a night at La Terrazza Del Fotografo cost?

Rates at La Terrazza Del Fotografo vary with your dates, the season and room choice. For current availability and pricing, view options through our booking partners.

How do I get to La Terrazza Del Fotografo?

La Terrazza Del Fotografo is on Via Fatinelli in San Michele, inside Lucca’s historic walls. Lucca Train Station is 650 m away, and the walk passes through the historic centre; the property also offers a shuttle service. Nearby public parking is paid and cannot be reserved. Drivers should arrange access with the property before entering the centre and share their expected arrival time in advance. Check-in is from 15:00 to 21:00; later arrivals incur a surcharge.

What is near La Terrazza Del Fotografo?

La Terrazza Del Fotografo is 50 m from Sant'Andrea, 100 m from Torre Civica delle Ore, 150 m from Palazzo Guinigi and 250 m from Piazza dell'Anfiteatro. Guinigi Tower is known for the trees at its summit, and the piazza follows the oval footprint of a Roman amphitheatre. San Martino Cathedral and several museums are also nearby in the historic centre.

Does La Terrazza Del Fotografo allow pets?

La Terrazza Del Fotografo allows pets on request, and charges may apply. Pet bowls and a pet basket are provided. Advance notice is required to request a late arrival, and the property asks all guests to share their expected arrival time.

What breakfast is available at La Terrazza Del Fotografo?

La Terrazza Del Fotografo offers an Italian breakfast, with breakfast in the room among its dining services. The guest house also has a snack bar, minibar and tea/coffee maker for drinks and light refreshments.

What parking is available at La Terrazza Del Fotografo?

Public parking is available near La Terrazza Del Fotografo for a charge, and it cannot be reserved in advance. Parking facilities include a garage. Drivers heading into the historic centre should arrange access with the property before entering.

Is La Terrazza Del Fotografo suitable for families?

La Terrazza Del Fotografo has family rooms, and the 40 m² Studio accommodates up to five people. Rooms have private bathrooms and kitchen facilities, including cooking equipment, a refrigerator and a dishwasher.

What should I know about late arrival at La Terrazza Del Fotografo?

Check-in at La Terrazza Del Fotografo runs from 15:00 to 21:00, and a surcharge applies to arrivals after those hours. The property asks you to provide your expected arrival time in advance; late-arrival requests are subject to its confirmation.