Guest house · San Michele

Perle d'Ambra

Via San Girolamo, 8, 55100 Lucca, Italy·View on map

Exceptional250 reviews
9.6
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Check-infrom 15:00
Check-outuntil 10:30
Parking✕ Not available
WiFi✓ Free
Pets✕ Not allowed
BreakfastNot stated

Description

Perle d'Ambra is a guest house in San Michele, Lucca, 250 m from the city centre, with air-conditioned rooms overlooking city landmarks.

The three double-room options accommodate up to two people and range from 15 to 20 m². Each has a private bathroom, kitchen, flat-screen TV, coffee machine and city or landmark views. The Deluxe Double Room is the largest at 20 m², followed by the Superior Double Room at 16 m²; the Double Room with Private Bathroom measures 15 m².

A shared kitchen and lounge, an on-site coffee house and luggage storage provide communal spaces, while free WiFi is available throughout. Room kitchens include a refrigerator, microwave, toaster, kettle and dining table, and the rooms also have seating areas. With each room capped at two people, the guest house suits couples or solo travellers who value private facilities and the option to prepare meals. Piazza Napoleone is 50 m away, and Lucca Train Station is 400 m away. There is no parking on site.

Rooms

3 room types · 15–20 m²

Perle d'Ambra has three double rooms for up to two people, each with a private bathroom, kitchen, air conditioning, flat-screen TV and city or landmark views. All include a coffee machine, dining area, seating area and kitchen equipment such as a refrigerator, microwave, toaster and kettle. Room sizes range from 15 to 20 m².

The Deluxe Double Room is largest at 20 m², followed by the 16 m² Superior Double Room; both have a large king-size bed. The 15 m² Double Room with Private Bathroom has a double bed. Each room has a shower, bidet and hairdryer, with bathrobes and toiletries also provided. The rooms share a similar self-catering setup, while their floor area and bed type distinguish the three options.

Deluxe Double Room — Perle d'Ambra

Deluxe Double Room

20 m² Max. 2 guests 1 Large bed (King size)
Landmark viewSeating areaMicrowave

At 20 m², the Deluxe Double Room is the largest of the three options and accommodates two. It pairs a king-size bed with city and landmark views, a private kitchen, and seating and dining areas. A coffee machine, microwave and toaster support meal preparation, while air conditioning and a flat-screen TV complete the room.

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Superior Double Room — Perle d'Ambra

Superior Double Room

16 m² Max. 2 guests 1 Large bed (King size)
City viewCoffee machineToaster

The 16 m² Superior Double Room sits between the Deluxe and the smaller Double Room with Private Bathroom in size. It sleeps two in a large king-size bed and has city and landmark views, a private kitchen, coffee machine, and seating and dining areas. Air conditioning and a flat-screen TV are also provided.

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Double Room with Private Bathroom — Perle d'Ambra

Double Room with Private Bathroom

15 m² Max. 2 guests 1 Double bed
Dining tableRefrigeratorBidet

At 15 m², this is the smallest room in the range, with a double bed for two. Its private kitchen includes a refrigerator, microwave, toaster and kettle, and the room has city and landmark views. A dining area, air conditioning and flat-screen TV complete its facilities.

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Facilities

45 facilities
Private bathroom
Air conditioning
View
Free WiFi
Kitchen
Non-smoking rooms
Flat-screen TV
Shower
Luggage storage
Coffee machine

The guest house combines practical in-room facilities with shared spaces for preparing food and taking a break. All three rooms have a private bathroom, air conditioning, a kitchen, a view, a flat-screen TV and a coffee machine; kitchen equipment includes a microwave, refrigerator, toaster, kettle and dining table. Free WiFi is available throughout the property, and luggage storage is provided.

A shared kitchen and lounge give you additional communal space, while the on-site coffee house offers another place to stop for a drink. Tea and coffee-making facilities are available, and wine or champagne and special-diet menus can be requested. Rooms are non-smoking, with heating and allergy-conscious features among the provisions. There is no parking at the guest house, so you will need to arrange parking elsewhere if arriving by car.

General

  • Cycling
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Luggage storage
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Allergy-free room
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms

Food & drink

  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/champagne
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Tea/Coffee maker

In the room

  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
  • City view
  • Landmark view
  • Shared kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Toaster
  • Kitchenware

Media & technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • TV
  • Internet services

San Michele places Perle d'Ambra within Lucca's historic centre, on Via San Girolamo. Piazza Napoleone and Teatro del Giglio are both 50 m away, and Chiesa di San Girolamo is also 50 m from the guest house. Palazzo Ducale is 150 m away. The nearby streets bring together churches, civic buildings, small squares and cafés, while the property remains inside the city's historic walls. You can start a walk among central Lucca's churches and architecture without needing transport for the closest sights.

Lucca Train Station is 400 m from the guest house, making the final stretch manageable on foot through the centre. Porta San Pietro is 150 m away. There is no parking on site. The address is inside the limited-traffic centre, so if you are driving, contact Perle d'Ambra before arrival to arrange access and ask about off-site parking; do not enter until the property confirms access. Travellers arriving by rail can walk from the station rather than arranging a car transfer for the final stretch.

San Martino Cathedral is 300 m away, and Museo-casa natale di Giacomo Puccini is 350 m away. Torre Guinigi, known for its rooftop trees and views across Lucca, is 550 m away; Piazza dell'Anfiteatro, set within the outline of a Roman amphitheatre, is 650 m away. The cathedral's sculpted façade, Puccini's birthplace and the tower's rooftop garden make a walking itinerary focused on architecture, music history and city views. Shops and cafés occupy the surrounding lanes.

  • Piazza Napoleone
    A central square framed by historic buildings and cafés in Lucca.
    50 m
  • Teatro del Giglio
    A historic theatre presenting opera and other performing arts.
    50 m
  • Palazzo Ducale
    A grand civic palace on the edge of Piazza Napoleone.
    150 m
  • Porta San Pietro
    A historic southern gate beside the route to the station.
    150 m
  • San Martino Cathedral
    Lucca's cathedral, noted for its decorated Romanesque façade.
    300 m
  • Guinigi Tower
    A medieval tower crowned with trees and city views.
    550 m

Is it for you?

Yes, if…

  • ✓you want to explore central Lucca on foot: Piazza Napoleone is 50 m away and Teatro del Giglio is also nearby.
  • ✓you prefer to prepare some of your own meals: the rooms have kitchens and there is also a shared kitchen.
  • ✓you value air conditioning, a private bathroom and city or landmark views in your room.
  • ✓you are travelling as a couple or solo: each room accommodates up to two people and has a private bathroom.
  • ✓you appreciate personal local advice: guests praise the welcoming host for helpful recommendations and quick responses.

Maybe not, if…

  • ✕you are sensitive to street noise: some guests report that music and voices from the bar below and the street disturb sleep.
  • ✕you need on-site parking: no parking is available at the guest house.
  • ✕you want a larger room: the smallest option measures 15 m², and the largest is 20 m².
  • ✕your party has more than two people and needs to share one room: each room has a maximum occupancy of two.

What guests say

250 verified reviews
9.6

Guests often praise the central setting inside Lucca's walls, the welcoming and helpful host, the cleanliness and the well-equipped communal kitchen. Some also report noise from music and voices from the bar below and the street, which may disturb sleep.

Staff9.9
Cleanliness9.9
Free WiFi9.9
Comfort9.8
Facilities9.8
Location9.7
Value for money9.5

Frequently asked questions

How much does a night at Perle d'Ambra cost?

Rates at Perle d'Ambra vary according to your dates and room choice. You can see current prices and availability through our booking partners for your stay.

How do I get to Perle d'Ambra?

Perle d'Ambra is on Via San Girolamo, 400 m from Lucca Train Station, so you can complete the final stretch on foot. Porta San Pietro is 150 m away. There is no parking on site; drivers should contact Perle d'Ambra before arriving because the guest house is inside the limited-traffic centre and access needs arranging. The property asks you to provide your expected arrival time in advance; check-in runs from 15:00 to 19:00.

What is near Perle d'Ambra?

Perle d'Ambra is in San Michele, within Lucca's historic centre. Piazza Napoleone is 50 m away, Palazzo Ducale is 150 m away and San Martino Cathedral is 300 m away. Torre Guinigi is 550 m away, while Piazza dell'Anfiteatro is 650 m away. Teatro del Giglio is also just 50 m from the guest house.

Do the rooms at Perle d'Ambra have kitchens?

Yes, all three rooms at Perle d'Ambra have a kitchen, with a refrigerator, microwave, toaster, kettle and kitchenware. A shared kitchen is also available, and there is a coffee house on site.

What are the check-in arrangements at Perle d'Ambra?

Check-in at Perle d'Ambra is from 15:00 to 19:00, with private check-in and check-out. The property asks you to share your expected arrival time in advance, either through the booking request or by contacting the property.

Is parking available at Perle d'Ambra?

Perle d'Ambra has no on-site parking. Lucca Train Station is 400 m away, and drivers should contact the property before entering the limited-traffic centre to arrange access and ask about parking elsewhere.

What room types does Perle d'Ambra offer?

Perle d'Ambra offers a Deluxe Double Room, a Superior Double Room and a Double Room with Private Bathroom. They range from 15 to 20 m², each accommodates up to two people, and all have a private bathroom and kitchen.

Does Perle d'Ambra provide free WiFi?

Yes, Perle d'Ambra provides free WiFi in all areas of the guest house, so you can connect in your room and in the shared spaces.

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