Grand Universe Lucca, Autograph Collection
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Grand Universe Lucca, Autograph Collection Review
Nestled in the Lucca Centro Storico district of Lucca well-known for historical sights like the ancient Walls of Lucca, located only 500 metres away, the charming Grand Universe Lucca, Autograph Collection hotel offers a shop and a restaurant. Situated only 7 minutes' walk from Guinigi Medieval Tower, the 4-star smoke-free hotel features an à la carte restaurant serving local cuisine.
The upscale Grand Universe Lucca, Autograph Collection offers a sumptuous buffet breakfast in the restaurant. Lunch is served in the onsite restaurant Legacy. Guests can enjoy the lounge bar on premises.
This pet-friendly accommodation is located amidst restaurants and bars, and quite close to Sanctuary of Santa Gemma. Guests can visit the Roman San Michele in Foro Catholic Church, which is nearly 5 minutes' drive away, and the giacomo Puccini's Birth Home which is approximately 400 metres from the wonderful Grand Universe Lucca, Autograph Collection.
There is Aqueduct of Nottolini about a 10-minute ride away, and Lazzi bus station within walking distance of the historic property.
You can choose from one of the 55 air-conditioned rooms with complimentary wireless internet and a TV, and self-catering amenities like a minibar. Guests can use a shower and an emergency cord, along with complimentary toiletries and bathrobes. A walk-in shower and a separate toilet are available in private bathrooms. Some units feature pretty views of the town.
Also, a train station is located near the upscale Grand Universe Lucca, Autograph Collection hotel.
You can also join canoeing, hiking, and cycling, as well as bicycles for rent. Keeping fit at this Lucca hotel is convenient thanks to a fitness studio that offers fitness classes.
Impressions
Positives and negatives
- Upscale traditional hotel in a historic style building.
- Central location with the Roman Catholic St Martin Cathedral a short way from the building.
- Good sized rooms; most with a spectacular view, a bedroom and a bar.
- A good restaurant serves Italian meals.
- Relaxing roof top bar.
- Rates are great.
- Some may find the bathrooms not clean.
- A few vacationers mentioned that Wi-Fi was very poor.
Key Features
- free wifi
- restaurant
- non-smoking rooms
- facilities for disabled guests
- fitness centre
- room service
- 24-hour front desk
- terrace
- bar
- superb breakfast
Rooms
Facilities
Facilities
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Rooms
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Terrace
- Ironing facilities
Dining facilities
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Special diet menus Electric kettle
Services
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Relax
- Fitness centre
- Canoeing
- Hiking
- Cycling
Activities for Kids
- Cots
- Babysitting/Child services
- Children's menu
Reviews
Location
Landmarks nearby
- Guinigi Tower 590 m (1936 ft)
- Via Fillungo 610 m (2001 ft)
- Complesso Museale della Cattedrale 220 m (722 ft)
- Chiesa di Sant'Alessandro 160 m (525 ft)
- Torre delle Ore 340 m (1115 ft)
- Piazza dell' Anfiteatro 680 m (2231 ft)
- City walls of Lucca 900 m (2953 ft)
- Piazza Napoleone 100 m (328 ft)