Hotel Universo

There are places that have an undefinable,unique feel to them; something that only certain people can sense.The Hotel Universo is one of these places. L’Universo is one of the historical monuments of 19th-century Lucca, with a central location, opposite the eighteenth-century theatre and the splendid Ducal Palace. The rooms offer spectacular views out over the cathedral and the tree-lined Piazza Napoleone or Piazza del Giglio. The Palazzo was built some time in the 16th century and became a hotel in 1857, when guests included great names from Italian and international opera and theatre, who were playing at the theatre just opposite. The building still has the rooms, elegant salons and peacefully elegant atmosphere of times gone by.

* Congress services in "Green Room" small working meetings are organized for up to 20 people, aided by professional staff and on request, by all types of technical equipmed. The whole area has wireless Internet coverage. * The restaurant offers a very high quality and exquisite cuisine in a quiet and refined environment, which is the perfect setting for the calm and elegant atmosphere of Universo.

* All 60 bedrooms are comfortable, finely decorated and designed to offer a relaxing atmosphere. * Accommodation amenities include private bathroom, direct dial telephone, Internet plug, mini bar, colour TV and writing desk. * Rooms with view, hairdryers, baby cots and extra beds are also available upon request.