Guest house · San Francesco

John B .&B.

Via Elisa 25, 55100 Lucca, Italy·View on map

Superb165 reviews
9.1
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Check-infrom 12:00
Check-outuntil 10:00
Parking✕ Not available
WiFi✓ Free
Pets✓ Allowed
BreakfastNot stated

Description

John B .&B. is a guest house in San Francesco, Lucca, 300 m from Guinigi Tower.

It offers four room options: three double-room arrangements and a single room, with maximum capacities of one or two people. Room sizes range from 9.03 to 16.72 m². Bathroom arrangements vary, including a private bathroom, private external bathrooms and a shared-bathroom option for the single room.

Courtyard views feature in three room types, and three options have air conditioning. The largest double room has a private entrance, while another double includes a fireplace, heating and a fan. Bathrooms have a bath, shower or bath-or-shower arrangement; towels, slippers, bidets and hairdryers are provided. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.

Set on Via Elisa, the guest house is inside Lucca’s historic centre, 700 m from Lucca Train Station. Guests often praise the host’s warm welcome, city maps and local recommendations, as well as the tidy rooms. Private check-in and check-out and cycling are also among the available facilities.

Rooms

4 room types · 9–16 m²

John B .&B. has four room options: three double-room configurations and one single room, with maximum capacities of two and one respectively. Their areas range from 9.03 to 16.72 m². Bathroom arrangements differ: one double has a private bathroom, two double options have private external bathrooms, and the single room has a shared bathroom. The largest double has a private entrance, while the single room is the only option with a single bed.

An inner-courtyard view features in three room types. Three options have air conditioning, while a double room with a fireplace also has heating and a fan. Bathroom fittings vary: the single room has a bath, and the double rooms have a shower or a bath-or-shower arrangement. Free WiFi is available in every room type, and room facilities include towels, slippers and a hairdryer. Flooring ranges from parquet to tile or marble.

Double Room with Private Bathroom — John B .&B.

Double Room with Private Bathroom

16 m² Max. 3 guests 1 Double bed
Private entranceAir conditioningParquet floors

This is the largest room, at 16.72 m², and has a private bathroom inside the room. It comes with a double bed, air conditioning, a desk, parquet flooring and a private entrance. The bathroom has a bidet and a bath or shower.

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Double Room with Private External Bathroom — John B .&B.

Double Room with Private External Bathroom

12 m² Max. 2 guests 1 Double bed
Inner courtyard viewShowerAir conditioning

At 12.62 m², this double room has an inner-courtyard view and a private external bathroom. Air conditioning, a desk and parquet flooring distinguish it from the double room with a fireplace. The bathroom includes a shower and bidet.

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Single Room with Shared Bathroom — John B .&B.

Single Room with Shared Bathroom

9 m² Max. 1 guests 1 Single bed
BathInner courtyard viewAir conditioning

The single-occupancy option measures 9.03 m² and has an inner-courtyard view. A bath distinguishes it from the double rooms, while air conditioning, parquet flooring and a desk add to the room’s features. Bathroom facilities are shared, and slippers and a hairdryer are provided.

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Double Room with Private External Bathroom — John B .&B.

Double Room with Private External Bathroom

15 m² Max. 2 guests 1 Large bed (King size)
FireplaceHeatingInner courtyard view

This 15.81 m² double room combines an inner-courtyard view with a private external bathroom. Unlike the air-conditioned double options, it has a fireplace, heating and a fan, plus a tile or marble floor. Access to the upper floors is by stairs only.

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Facilities

17 facilities
Pets allowed
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms

John B .&B. provides private check-in and check-out, with an invoice available. Air conditioning and heating are among the general facilities, and the accommodation is non-smoking throughout, with non-smoking rooms. Free WiFi is available in all areas. Cycling is offered as an activity, and no parking is available at the property.

Pets are allowed on request, and charges may apply; pet bowls are provided. Room amenities include towels, slippers, toilet paper, a hairdryer and a socket near the bed. Bathroom essentials cover everyday needs, while slippers and a hairdryer are also provided for use during your stay. The bedside socket keeps charging access close to the sleeping area. Private check-in and check-out cover both arrival and departure, and an invoice can be provided for the stay.

General

  • Cycling
  • Pet bowls
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Invoice provided
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms

In the room

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Slippers
  • Hairdryer
  • Socket near the bed

Media & technology

  • Internet services

John B .&B. is on Via Elisa in San Francesco, inside Lucca’s historic centre. Santissima Trinità is 50 m away, and Porta Santi Gervasio e Protasio is 100 m from the guest house. Parco delle Mura Urbane lies 150 m away, while Baluardo della Libertà is 250 m away. The streets around Via Elisa bring together churches, historic palaces and parts of Lucca’s former defences. Chiesa di San Micheletto and Palazzo Mazzarosa add two more architectural landmarks nearby.

Lucca Train Station is 700 m from the property. Pisa International Airport is 18.1 km away, and Florence Airport is 54.8 km away. San Pietro a Vico railway station is 3.9 km away. If you are arriving by car, contact John B .&B. before entering the restricted historic centre to arrange access; there is no parking at the property. Lucca Train Station sits just outside the walls on the southern side of the old centre.

For sightseeing, Orto Botanico di Lucca is 150 m away. Guinigi Tower, 300 m away, is known for the trees on its rooftop, while Piazza dell'Anfiteatro, 500 m away, follows the oval plan of the Roman amphitheatre. Piazza Napoleone is 700 m from the guest house. Santa Maria Forisportam, Museo Barsanti e Matteucci and MUST - Museo della Città di Lucca are also in the neighbourhood, adding church and museum stops to walks among the towers, gardens and squares.

  • Fondazione Centro Studi sull'Arte Licia e Carlo Ludovico Ragghianti
    An art museum and cultural foundation close to the guest house.
    50 m
  • Santissima Trinità
    A historic church on the streets around Via Elisa.
    50 m
  • Porta Santi Gervasio e Protasio
    A historic gate on the eastern side of Lucca's old centre.
    100 m
  • Parco delle Mura Urbane
    A green park alongside Lucca's historic fortifications.
    150 m
  • Orto Botanico di Lucca
    A botanical garden with cultivated collections in the historic centre.
    150 m
  • Guinigi Tower
    A medieval tower known for trees growing on its rooftop.
    300 m

Is it for you?

Yes, if…

  • ✓you want to explore Lucca’s historic centre on foot, with Guinigi Tower 300 m away.
  • ✓you value a welcoming host, city maps and local recommendations, which guests frequently mention.
  • ✓you prioritise tidy rooms and clean bathrooms, both noted positively by guests.
  • ✓you travel with a pet: pets are allowed on request, and charges may apply.
  • ✓you want free WiFi and a choice of double or single rooms with different bathroom arrangements.

Maybe not, if…

  • ✕you need parking at the property; no parking is available.
  • ✕you require step-free access: the upper floors are accessible by stairs only.
  • ✕you need breakfast included in the room rate; breakfast is not included.
  • ✕you want every room to have an ensuite bathroom; the single room has a shared bathroom and measures 9.03 m².

What guests say

165 verified reviews
9.1

Guests most often praise the guest house’s position inside Lucca’s walls, the host’s warm hospitality, and the city maps and local recommendations. Clean, tidy rooms are another recurring positive, alongside helpful assistance with luggage.

Location9.7
Staff9.4
Cleanliness9.3
Comfort9.3
Value for money9.1
Facilities8.7
Free WiFi8.5

Frequently asked questions

How much does a night at John B .&B. cost?

Rates at John B .&B. vary by season, room type and dates. You can see the current rates for your dates through our booking partners.

How do I get to John B .&B.?

Lucca Train Station is 700 m from John B .&B., and the final stretch can be covered on foot. The guest house is on Via Elisa in San Francesco. If you are arriving by car, contact the property before entering the restricted historic centre to arrange access; there is no parking on site. Check-in is from 12:00 to 18:00, and you need to share your expected arrival time in advance.

What is near John B .&B.?

John B .&B. is 100 m from Porta Santi Gervasio e Protasio and 150 m from both Parco delle Mura Urbane and Orto Botanico di Lucca. Guinigi Tower is 300 m away, and Piazza dell'Anfiteatro is 500 m away. Piazza Napoleone is 700 m from the guest house, with the historic gate, garden, tower and squares all in the surrounding streets.

Are pets allowed at John B .&B.?

Yes, John B .&B. allows pets on request, and charges may apply. Pet bowls are provided at the guest house, so travelling with an animal is possible subject to acceptance of your request.

What room and bathroom options does John B .&B. have?

John B .&B. offers three double-room configurations and one single room. The options include a double room with a private bathroom, double rooms with private external bathrooms, and a single room with a shared bathroom. Room sizes range from 9.03 to 16.72 m², and several have an inner-courtyard view.

Does John B .&B. provide WiFi and air conditioning?

John B .&B. has free WiFi throughout the property. Air conditioning is available in three room options; another double room has a fireplace, heating and a fan. Room features vary, so the climate-control facilities depend on the room you choose.

What are the arrival arrangements at John B .&B.?

Check-in at John B .&B. is from 12:00 to 18:00, and you need to inform the property of your expected arrival time in advance. You are required to show photo identification and a credit card at check-in. Check-out is from 08:00 to 10:00.

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