Lucca is one of the most sought-after cities in Tuscany because of its undeniable charm and easily accessible location. It features some iconic attractions, such as Piazza dell'Anfiteatro and Guinigi Tower. To discover local arts and culture, visit Puccini Museum or attend Lucca Summer Festival. The churches are also hard to miss. Lucca Cathedral, which combines different architectural styles, is an excellent example. Moreover, local food is quite compelling. Castagnaccio is a signature local dessert that every tourist should try. If you plan to stay for a couple of weeks or months, check out the best long-term rentals in Lucca, Italy, below.
Tip from tour guide
During your extended stay in Lucca, you can visit Puccini Museum, the birth home of a famous composer, Giacomo Puccini. His well-known operas are La bohème, Tosca, Madama Butterfly, and the unfinished, Turandot.
The museum was inaugurated in 1979 and restored in 2011. It hosts some original furniture, a lot of Puccini's letters, pictures, paintings, sketches, scores, gifts, and some recent costumes for his operas. The real jewel is the original Steinway & Sons piano purchased by Puccini.
The composer's life was very interesting. He was a foodie, a heavy smoker and drinker, a womanizer, and passionate about hunting, fast cars, and boats. What I missed in the museum was the unconventional side of his story. I found it very politically correct and somehow boring.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) host status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, decor, availability of dates, and long-term stay rules and regulations. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on June 01, 2024.
1. Elegant apartment in a historic palace (from USD 173)
Offering 85 sq. m. (915 sq. ft) of living space, this elegant apartment accommodates small families. You can get a significant discount when you book it for 30 nights or so.
This rental occupies the first level of Palazzo Pfanner, a historic building in the city center. If you want to use the fireplace to stay warm, ensure you secure the host’s permission. When you wake up, panoramic views of the palace’s garden greet you. Several points of interest, such as Lucca Cathedral and Piazza Napoleone, are only within a 0.8-km (0.5-mi) radius.
Tip from tour guide
If you're planning to stop by Lucca Cathedral during your stay, make a note of the things you must not miss while there.
1. The beautiful facade with its interesting reliefs on the porch, especially the images of the months and the New Testament scenes by Nicola Pisano.
2. The mysterious labyrinth on one of the pillars outside.
3. The church's elegant structure.
4. The Renaissance-style octagonal temple containing one of the most ancient wooden crucifixes (legend says it shows the real face of Christ, il Volto Santo).
5. The monument to Ilaria del Carretto: She died very young and her husband commissioned her naturalistic sarcophagus to Jacopo della Quercia.
6. One of the last works of Tintoretto: The Last Supper.
7. The altar of Liberty with Christ resurrected by Giambologna.
8. The 17th-century frescoes of the apse by Giovanni Cioli and Filippo Gherardi, which are better enjoyed up close.
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the room itself is beautiful with high ceilings and authentic mannerthe room itself is beautiful with high ceilings and authentic mannerthe apartment was huge and had everything we needed for our comfortHost:
dario is a great host very responsivethe hosts (dario and ettore) were very nice and helpfulwe couldn’t have asked for a nicer hostcheck in was smooth and our host was easily accessible if neededRead more reviewsLocation:
location was perfect for us with a lot of dining options nearbythe property is lovely the room was nice and big and the location was great
2. Modern apartment with a private garden (from USD 93)
This modern apartment is ideal for small groups exploring the city, providing 69.96 sq. m. (753 sq. ft) of living space. If you rent it for at least a month, you are entitled to a 25% discount.
You can easily feel at home because you have everything you need for a comfortable stay here. Thanks to the well-equipped kitchen, you can prepare home-cooked meals. For those with cars, a gated parking space is available. This property also has a private garden with a dining area.
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lots of space comfy bed and powerful shower made it a great holidaylots of space comfy bed and powerful shower made it a great holidaywe would definitely recommend lucca as a holiday destination and anna's apartment as the place to stayCleanliness:
anna's apartment is clean and well equippedit had all we needed for a comfortable stay and was very clean and modernthe apartment was spacious and clean and provided all the necessary kitchen items one needsHost:
the owner is very nice and responsiveanna is a wonderful host very accessible and helpfulthis rental really fit our needs to a t and the owners were very pleasant to deal withRead more reviewsLocation:
the location couldn’t get any betterwe were walking distance to super market catholic church and the walled city of luccathere was a huge supermarket within a 5 minute walk and ample bakeries etcthere was a huge supermarket within a 5 minute walk and ample bakeries etc
3. Casa La Campanella (from USD 114)
Are you staying in the city for a month or more? Casa La Campanella could be your home away from home. You can get it at 10% off for monthly bookings.
Throughout your stay here, you have access to a service area with complete laundry facilities. With the well-equipped kitchen, you may also cook your own food anytime. The host provides tourist maps and brochures to help you get around quickly.
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it was very hot and we were glad of the a/c at nightit was very hot and we were glad of the a/c at nightwe had the good fortune to stay in piero and luciana’s apartment for 4 nightsluciana and piero’s apartment is wonderfulHost:
piero and luciana were the perfect hosts and accommodated our every request promptlyluciana and piero are wonderful hosts and we hope we will be back soonRead more reviewsLocation:
clean and comfortable and in a quiet location yet close to everything that brings one to lucca
4. Charming apartment in an old palace (from USD 94)
This charming apartment welcomes small groups with 80 sq. m. (861 sq. ft) of living space. It is available for a minimum of three nights. When you stay for 30 nights, you can enjoy a 20% discount.
This property is housed on the first floor of an old palace in the city center, so you can easily access local bars, cafes, and shops. If you do not feel like dining out, you can cook your own food in the fully functional kitchen.
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The WIFI worked great as did the cable and air conditioningthe bathroom roomy and modernThe apartment was clean and the kitchen was stocked with all the tool needed to cookThe kitchen had all of the necessary pots and pans dishesLoved staying here Only one flight of stairs up to the apartmentCleanliness:
Very clean and excellent facilitiesThe apartment is superb and tastefully furnished and decoratedthe apartment is very clean with every comfort and convenienceThe apt was as picturedThe apartment is quite spacious and very well appointedHost:
He is charming and helpful and made us feel so welcomeHe made certain to tell me about two special musical eventsThe owner Tommaso could not have been more helpfulThe owner Tommaso met us at the appointed time and helped us to find the garage parking he had arranged for us as well asThommaso is a friendly and gracious manRead more reviewsLocation:
the perfect host Great location with restaurants sights within walking distanceEverywhere within the walls was in easy walking distance and we found some lovely restaurants and delightful local shops Walking to the station took about 15 minutes and there were direct trains t...not so far from the railway station if you want to travel further afieldWe could not have asked for a better introduction to the city by staying here and there are lots of restaurants shops and bicycle rentals just a few blocks awayThe Train Station was a short walk making travel around the area easy
Lucca (Province) Tour Guide
Joanna
Hello, my name is Joanna. I was born and raised in Poland but then I fell hopelessly in love with Tuscany and have been living in Florence for 20 years. Wisely enough, I decided to turn my passion into work and became a tour guide. Now I can share with you my immense love for the beauty, history and art of these enchanted places. I am particularly passionate about the Middle Ages, history, scu... Read more
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5. Lovely apartment with a fully equipped kitchen (from USD 76)
Do you want to feel at home in the city for a few weeks or months? You can stay in this lovely apartment with 60.02 sq. m. (646 sq. ft) of living space. Suitable for extended stays, it is available at 17% off for monthly bookings.
No laundry facilities are provided, but a self-service laundry is nearby. If you like preparing your own meals, you will appreciate the fully equipped kitchen. Various local attractions, such as Lucca Cathedral and Piazza Napoleone, are only less than 1.61 km (1 mi) away.
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the kitchen allowed us to cook on occasion without any problemsthe property was comfortable and had everything we neededCleanliness:
exceptionally clean and great hoststhe rental was spotless with everything you required to be comfortableRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is ideal a short direct walk to the cityeasy 10-15 minute walk into townwhat a lovely apartment only a short walk from the centre of luccafabulous spacious apartment with a beautiful garden just 20 minutes walk to lucca centrenice apartment in a great location for motorway trains shops and cafes and most of all the lovely city of lucca
6. Apartment with views of medieval walls (from USD 130)
This apartment is suitable for small families on a long-term vacation in the city. When you rent it for 30 nights, you can get a 10% discount.
This property is a renovated attic of an art nouveau building, offering spectacular views of the renowned medieval walls bordering Lucca. Upon your arrival, the host greets you with a bottle of wine. They can also provide all the necessary local information to maximize your visit. You can walk to many attractions, such as Piazza Napoleone.
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i would highly recommend this apartment for 2-4 people travelingit was great to have 2 full bathroomsCleanliness:
comfortable spacious clean welcoming place to staythe accommodations were quaint clean & comfortable in every respectthe apartment was lovely really clean and just across the road from luccaHost:
renata was so helpful & attentive to us throughout our stayexcellent charming friendly reliable and informative hostyour hosts are great as wellit's more relaxed renata was a great host and provided many recommendations particularly for restaurantsbig thank you to the owners for all the valuable information about lucca and surroundingsRead more reviewsLocation:
the apartment is beautiful and located very close to old townthe location is great minutes to walk to the gates of luccaa great-sized and lovely apartment located in a great location right outside the walls of luccathe apartment is is a super location for seeing pisa florence cinque terre and other places
7. Chic apartment with a laundry room (from USD 122)
If you wish to explore Lucca for a few months with your significant other, this chic apartment is an excellent option for you. It has 61.97 sq. m. (667 sq. ft) of living space with a living room, well-equipped kitchen, full bathroom, and laundry room. The kitchen has a dining area, so you can easily enjoy the meals you prepare. For monthly stays, huge discounts apply.
Conveniently, Basilica of San Frediano, Palazzo Pfanner, and Piazza Napoleone are only within a 0.8-km (0.5-mi) radius.
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the host is very kind and responsiveenrico was very prompt in responses to questions and helpful with recommendationswe were met by enrico the host at a time that was convenient to us much appreciatedRead more reviewsLocation:
location was fabulous and the apartment had everything we needed for our 10 day stayspotless comfortable good location and had ever thing we needed
8. Cozy flat with a terrace (from USD 65)
This cozy flat is perfect for extended stays in the city, whether for work or leisure. A 10% discount applies when you rent it for a month or more.
With the washing machine provided, you can do your laundry whenever needed. Secure on-site parking is available at no additional cost, so you have nothing to worry about if you wish to bring a car. When you get up, you can hang out and enjoy your coffee on the terrace.
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we had a very nice stay in lucca and in galias apartmentthere was everything you need and the apartment was nicely decoratedCleanliness:
super clean and stylishher place was very clean and comfortableeverything is very clean and perfect for 2 peoplethe flat was beautiful very clean and comfortablethe apartment was very clean and looked exactly as shown in the picturesHost:
the host is greatgaia is a wonderful hostshe was so kind greeting us upon arrival and departuregalia & roberto are fantastic and were great hostsshe is an excellent host and was super communicative accommodating and thoughtfulRead more reviewsLocation:
great location just outside the wallsvery nice apartament in good locationthe location was perfect we were able to walk and bus anywhere we wanted to goit is within easy walking distance to the city wallsvery good accomodation it is only a short walk (about 10 minutes) away from the city centre
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9. Stylish loft offering courtyard views (from USD 217)
Available for a minimum of five nights, this loft is tailored for couples on a long-term getaway in Lucca. Huge discounts await you if you plan to book it for at least 30 nights.
This rental occupies the ground floor of an old building but has contemporary amenities to ensure you a worry-free stay. Thanks to the massive window, you can easily view the inner courtyard. The fully equipped kitchen has a washing machine, so feel free to do your laundry anytime.
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the wifi is definitely slow sometimes and not always reliableif the wifi was fixed we would definitely use this apartment againas others have mentioned the bathroom is small but we found it not to be a problemthe room is a bit dark but still very comfortableCleanliness:
beds are clean and comfortablethe place was very clean and well equippedalso the place is very nice super clean and directly in the old town of lucagreat big clean airbnb the location was awesome as wellit’s extremely cozy spotlessly clean and fully equipped with everything you may need for a comfortable stayHost:
barbara was a great host providing us with local tips and recommendationseasy and quick communication with the hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
location wise you are vey centralgreat location but apartment below expectationsperfect location at the very heart of luccagreat location and a nice spacethe location of barbara's place is absolutely perfect
10. Vibrant cottage with a roof terrace (from USD 87)
This vibrant cottage is nestled in the host’s massive garden, beautifully surrounded by fruit and olive trees. It features a roof terrace where you can have romantic dinners with your significant other. Moreover, this terrace has sunbeds that you can use to sit back, relax, and enjoy the golden hour.
This property also has a hammock for afternoon naps. Additionally, if you are staying here for at least a month, you may enjoy discounted rates.
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we liked the furniture of the small house which has a sleeping room a kitchen and a bathroomit is well equipped and most comfortablethe apartment is very cozy with many colorful and creative detailsgreat place comfortable and peaceful with a beautiful gardenthe house is quiet private and comfortable and the kitchen very well equippedCleanliness:
it was very clean and cosyall nice and cleanthe paintershouse is clean and quiet place with a lot of attention for detaisit's a good size everything was clean good wifi and the hosts were very friendlyHost:
the hosts are friendly and helpfuldamema is a very nice hostdamema is a lovely host w/ an equally lovely placedamema is a great host and whenever there's any questions she will respond very quickdamema is a friendly and helpful hostRead more reviewsLocation:
we loved the apartment settings and locationlovely spot away from traffic but still very close to luccait’s a very good location and great housecosy house with very comfortable bed and great location for exploring luccalocated just outside town and yet close to the peace and calm of nature
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