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Villa Michaela

4.0 star property
Tuscan-style hotel with a seasonal outdoor pool and an outdoor tennis court

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Basic Double Room | Living area | Books
Shared kitchen facilities
Garden
Exterior
Property grounds

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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Via di Valle 8, Capannori, LU, 55060
  • Place, Lucca Polo Fiere
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Walls of Lucca
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Cathedral of St Martin
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Pisa (PSA-Galileo Galilei)
    ‪31 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Capannori

Villa Michaela places you within a 10-minute drive of Lucca Polo Fiere and Porta Sant'Anna. This 4-star hotel has 17 guestrooms and offers an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Lucca Polo Fiere - 10 min drive - 3.8 miles
  • International Academy of Italian Cuisine - 12 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Walls of Lucca - 12 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • Cathedral of St Martin - 13 min drive - 4.6 miles
  • Piazza Napoleone - 15 min drive - 4.8 miles

Getting around

  • Lucca Station - 14 min drive
  • Galileo Galilei Airport (PSA) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ristorante il Gattino Bianco - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Leos Pizzeria - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪A Bimbotto - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Villa Cheli - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Ristorante La Cecca - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Villa Michaela

Tuscan-style hotel with a seasonal outdoor pool and an outdoor tennis court
Guests staying at Villa Michaela enjoy an outdoor pool, a children's pool, and free WiFi in public areas. You can take advantage of free parking, along with an airport shuttle (available on request) for EUR 70 per vehicle roundtrip. Helpful staff can provide concierge services and luggage storage. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Other amenities at this historic hotel include an outdoor tennis court, a seasonal outdoor pool, and an arcade/game room.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and Select Comfort beds with premium bedding ensure a restful night.
An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include an outdoor tennis court.

Children under 8 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge) from 6:30 AM to 7:30 PM on request
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Archery
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Books
  • Children's pool
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground
  • Private wine tours

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1820
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Reception hall
  • Tuscan architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Late check-in fee: EUR 40 for check-in between 7:00 PM and 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an access code
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed during February and November.

Access methods

Access code

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for EUR 50 per pet, per stay
  • 1 total pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for EUR 40.0 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 70 per vehicle (roundtrip, maximum occupancy 2)
  • Pet fee: EUR 50 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-in fee: EUR 40 for check-in between 7:00 PM and 11:00 PM
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 40.0 per stay

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available during limited hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Upon check-in, all guests, including children, must be present to show their passport or government-issued photo ID.
  • Due to national regulations, cash transactions can't exceed EUR 5000 at this property. For additional details, contact the property using the contact information on your booking confirmation.
  • The seasonal pool is open from May to September.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority.

Property is also known as

Villa Michaela Capannori
Villa Michaela Hotel Capannori
Villa Michaela Hotel
Villa Michaela Hotel
Villa Michaela Capannori
Villa Michaela Hotel Capannori

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do within easy reach of Villa Michaela?

This hotel is located in Capannori, close to Piazza Napoleone, Walls of Lucca, and Guinigi Tower. You'll also find Piazza San Michele and Porta Sant'Anna within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Villa Michaela?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does Villa Michaela include a casino?

No, Villa Michaela doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Villa Michaela?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. The seasonal pool is normally open from May until September.

Is Villa Michaela a good place to stay for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this historic hotel include a comfy mattress as well as an outdoor pool and private winery tours.

Are there hot tubs at Villa Michaela?

Yes, this hotel offers private spa tubs in some guestrooms.

Does Villa Michaela feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Villa Michaela doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Villa Michaela allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Villa Michaela for a fee of EUR 50 per pet, per stay. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at Villa Michaela?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How far is the airport from Villa Michaela?

The closest major airport to Villa Michaela is Galileo Galilei Airport (PSA), which is 13.5 mi away (27 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Villa Michaela?

No, at Villa Michaela, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Does Villa Michaela offer wedding services?

If wedding bells are in your future, take advantage of the wedding venue at Villa Michaela.

Villa Michaela Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 30 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I went here to stay while I was going to see Elton John in Lucca. When I arrived, I was given a personal tour of the grounds... pure Tuscan living! When I went to go to the pool, I found myself in the kitchen, and was introduced to other guests staying there and was offered a seat during lunch...pool was too inviting. What’s nice is that it feels like a home, guest gathered in a parlor or in the kitchen and sat around and talked... a lovely experience. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

karsten

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

fantastic

very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
We were there during off season so the whole place was empty and under repair, including the wifi which did not work in our room. The manager was nice enough to reserve a restaurant in Lucca which was handy and they had a cold breakfast ready for us when we left early.

8/10 Good

jacqui, Melbourne, Aust

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing villa in beautiful setting

Villa Michaela is an authentic Italian villa capturing old world feel - very comfortable and spacious room / living areas. Beautiful grounds and very quiet and relaxing. Camilla was great in organising activities/ restaurants to go to. I didn't have a car so taxis could be expensive - but overall thoroughly enjoyed my stay. Would be fabulous to enjoy the Villa with groups of friends/family - the dinner parties would be incredible!

6/10 Okay

Michael, Swindon

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Disappointing stay

We reserved a room with ensuite containing deep soaking bath and separate shower, this was not the case. We had a shower over the bath with a brick floor, which was not clean. No change of towels in 4 days stay. Room details, as advertised, were incorrect as no coffee or tea maker, no fridge, no tv. Room not too clean, very dusty. There was no restaurant service, only breakfast. We were offered another room on 3rd floor within the roof with small windows on arrival, but we dismissed this as it looked very dark and dusty. Swimming pool and gardens were totally neglected. Villa had lots of lovely furniture, paintings, but appeared to be neglected like the gardens. The owners ran a cookery school but we felt like second class citizens as they were very involved with the school. My husband has asthma and the dust and mould upset his breathing. We have booked many rooms with hotels.com and relied on the description, which was totally incorrect, maybe hotels should check. We really had a problem trying to find the address as we were given the area in the information, not the village.

10/10 Excellent

Frances, Tucson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A Sanctuary in Tuscany.

We arrived a this special place to be greeted as if we were the "lords of the manor". Located about a 20 minute drive outside of Lucca, in the beautiful hills of Tuscany, the Villa Michaela is an extraordinary experience. It's like living in someone's private Villa. Right outside of our bedroom door, we had the use of an elegant sitting room, complete with grand piano. The surrounding gardens were rich with the perfume of jasmine that sent their fragrance into our bedroom windows as we slept. Stepping outdoors in the morning we were able to hike up into the hills and enjoy the beauty of the surrounding nature. Breakfast was a special event every morning, offering freshly squeezed orange juice and all manner of fresh fruit, meats, cheese, outstanding fresh bread and jams. Eggs were prepared by order. All in all, the staff, headed up by Celine, Lucie, Gavin and Mira bent over backwards to make our stay comfortable and unforgettable. I highly recommend this property as an alternative to staying in the city of Lucca.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Rustic, but some things can be updated.

this is a rustic old home and has some of the problems that accompany that. The host was very accommodating, but they should look at some up keep to furniture and fixtures to justify what people expect for the price. We were there early in the season at the end of April and the room was quite musty, so we had to sleep with the windows open. If you have any breathing issues you may want to reconsider.

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A unique sort of getaway

The Villa Michaela feels much more like a private vacation residence than a true hotel, at least by our experience. The property is beautiful, and the rooms are comfortable and full of character; however if you're looking for a luxurious five star service experience, this would not come to mind. If you're looking for a quiet, unique Tuscan getaway, this is a wonderful fit. I would stay again in a heartbeat, but I would be remiss if I didn't acknowledge the unusual nature of the stay. It is an uncommon but beautiful sort of hotel.

8/10 Good

Tara B, Missoula, MT

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfortable, quiet, excellent service

Wonderful location, very easy to day trip to Lucca and Pisa.

10/10 Excellent

Nancee, California

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful, Relaxed, and Nurturing

Sense "Under the Tuscan Sun" coupled with "Out of Africa"--this lovingly restored grand villa is an antidote to those overwhelmed with the neurotic details of everyday civilization. It is a combination of romance and the resplendent beauty of nature nestled in the privacy of the Tuscan hills yet in close proximity to all must-sees. Awake to soft church bells and a welcoming family staff interested in providing your every need. If you want a modern high-tech hotel, this is for you, stay in New York or San Francisco. But if you want to indulge all your senses and your soul in a grand villa reminiscent of the Tuscan nobility of days gone by yet with all the modern conveniences, look no further--you won't be disappointed. I am already planning my next trip back very soon.

10/10 Excellent

Alex Ryzhy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

8/10 Good

Laura Balter- Urquiaga, Miami, FL.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

What an experience!

My husband and I traveled to Italy for our honeymoon. We visited several parts of the country and stayed in different hotels. One of our favorites was Villa Michaela! I was in shock with the immensity of the villa and the elaborate decorations. I felt like royalty staying there. My mouth dropped when I saw the enormous dinning room with a long table that fits 40 plus. The paintings on the walls, the chandeliers, the furniture and the whole property was spectacular! It is a great place to visit as a couple but even better with a group. David was very hospitable. He helped orient us, he had breakfast ready for us every morning, he talked to us a lot about the villa and the town. He even showed us around town a bit and pointed out specific points of interest. Overall, we had a wonderful time! I would recommend getting to the villa during the day time. It gets tricky to find it at night.

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lorenzo

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
La location è meravigliosa e suggestiva: una antica villa in mezzo ai colli, adiacente ad una chiesetta. La stanza che mi è stata data si trova all'ultimo piano, con bagno riservato anche se non in camera.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Dejligt besøg

Vi boede kun på Villa Michaela en enkelt overnatning, men nød det helt vildt! Vi fik et værelse øverst oppe, hvor der var dejlig roligt. Vi bestilte opholdet MGP. afslapning, og det var helt perfekt.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Mikkel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Super hyggeligt

Virkelig hyggeligt og familieagtigt. Kun morgenmad på hotellet, men gode restauranter tæt på
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Davide

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Un posto da sogno!

Un posto semplicemente da sogno! Tutto perfetto, rilassante e romantico. Meravigliose le stanze arredate con mobili d’epoca e il giardino immerso nella natura d’autunno. Lucy, gentilissima e sempre sorridente e disponibile. Torneremo sicuramente!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Sauberkeit ist ein Fremdwort dort. Ebenso wurden die Handtücher nie gewechselt. Frühstück sehr übersichtlich und nichts besonderes.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Nadia

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ægte Toscansk atmosfære!

Fantastisk charmerende sted og værtinde. Meget hjemlig og afslappende atmosfære. Der var lidt af det hele til morgenmaden og lune friskbagte croissanter, skøn morgenmad! Omgivelserne var helt igennem idylliske og romantiske. En rigtig Toscansk perle :-)
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Mads

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Linn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastisk sted!

Fantastisk sted! Utrolig sjarmerende og flott gammel herregård. Veldig hyggelig og imøtekommende ansatte. Perfekt sted for å slappe av, og 10 minutter å kjøre inn til Lucca. Anbefales som et mye bedre alternativ til vanlig hotell!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Muito sujo e sem ar-condicionado

Não tem ar- condicionado, ao contrário do anunciado. Quarto muito sujo. Parecia que não foram trocadas as roupas de cama. Banheiro sujo. As fotos do anúncio não condizem com a realidade, pois o mobiliário não está nas condições que aparece. O café da manhã é pobre. A localização é muito bonita, mas há uma igreja há poucos metros com sino tocando dia e noite. Não vale o valor anunciado. Esta superavaliado.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

René

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Einmalige Villa in altem Stil

Es war eine einmalige Gelegenheit in einer Villa in altem Stil zu logieren.

8/10 Good

François

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Tres bon accueil, tres belle villa patricienne.

6/10 Okay

guillaume

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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