Lucca

Travellers of all ages and descriptions seem to love this little gem. — The Telegraph

An exuberant affair, this heavily frescoed palace hotel has plenty of over-sized mirrors, ornate gold-gilt bedheads and floor-to-ceiling drapes to woo history aficionados. — Lonely Planet

The former stables of the Villa Bottini have been transformed into a modern hotel with stylish rooms done in a warm wood veneer with blue-and-white fittings. — Fodor's

The intimacy of a small guesthouse but with the amenities of a boutique hotel – a pool, private beach club access, lovely rooms with state-of-the-art bathrooms. — The Telegraph

Ideally situated near the Duomo, enjoy spacious, airy rooms, modern amenities, and pleasant, modern furnishings. The young, dynamic staff can arrange tours. — Michelin Guide

This agriturismo offers you the chance to stay in an outbuilding of a 17th-century farming estate -- with concessions to modernity such as fully outfitted kitchens and a pool. — Frommer's

This refined palazzo turned four-star boutique hotel makes a perfect pied-à-terre right in the historic centre of the Tuscan city of Lucca. — The Telegraph

Lucca’s first design hotel is ideal for couples who want to discover the historic town centre without missing out on contemporary comfort. — The Telegraph

Public rooms filled with lovely brocaded furniture provide the perfect place to have an aperitivo. Guest rooms have high ceilings, large windows with damask drapes, and hard-wood floors. — Fodor's

Quiet inn minutes from central Lucca. — Travel + Leisure

Adjacent to San Frediano and part of the former Real collegio, this offers hotel comforts at guesthouse prices. Comfortable and spacious public areas, plus a lovely garden. — Michelin Guide

Former 19th-century palace near the Tuscan coast, with opulent rooms, beach club access and striking artwork. — Jetsetter

The Biagi family lovingly restored this 1920s beaux arts villa, and opened it to the public in 1980. — Fodor's

Seaside grandeur at a charming Tuscan hotel, with breakfast, a welcome drink, a suite option and more. — Jetsetter

"Life can be difficult, but not here," is the motto at the three-and-a-half-pearl Hotel Fabbrica di San Martino. — Oyster

A historic hunting lodge, the Albergo Villa Marta is a picturesque 15-room property at the base of Monti Pisani in Tuscany. — Oyster

Opposite the Sanctuary of Santa Gemma Galgan... Perfect for travellers with their own cars, as it offers free on-site parking. The modern rooms are clean, comfortable and well set up. — Lonely Planet