Grand Universe Lucca

The classic and the modern come together in this renovated boutique hotel, set in a 16th century palazzo in the historic center of Lucca. It's been welcoming travelers since 1857 (it's said that Puccini was a frequent guest), and before that had a storied past, from a glass blower's atelier to a family palazzo during the Renaissance. Guest rooms are elegant and comfortable, there is an on-site restaurant, and you can take in sweeping views of the city from the rooftop bar.