Villa San Michele

Hotel Villa San Michele is a symbol of excellent hospitality in the splendid and famous countryside around Lucca.

An historic hamlet dated back to XIV century that is perfectly harmonized in its relaxing grounds blessed with holmoaks, cork trees, camelias, olive groves, all surrounded by other historic villas with their gardens.
Gentle aromas of past times keep you company on your stroll through the park.

A relaxing atmosphere with inspected colours, are the balanced combination to satisfy the most sophisticated needs of our “Prince”. Professional staff will meet you with the warmest welcome.The ample and well equipped rooms (doubles, junior suites, suites) are made to offer relaxation and comfort to our Guest on a very high standard.

The Villa San Michele a Doccia, situated on the hill of Fiesole, is named after the church of St Michael the Archangel.
The original building was a monastery, founded in the early years of the 15th century for the Franciscan monks. The land on which it stood had been donated by a Florentine family, the Davanzatis, who also contributed to the monastery's upkeep by gifts of woodlands, further buildings and money.

The present building, with its façade attributed to Michelangelo and its imposing loggia, dates from 1600 when it was enlarged and completely renovated by Giovanni di Bartolommeo Davanzati.


Lunch al fresco
A relaxed al fresco lunch on the Loggia of the Villa San Michele. Relax and linger over Tuscan specialities and fresh Italian wines, beautifully prepared by Chef Attilio di Fabrizio and his team. A time to reflect on the glories of Florence, or to plan the next adventure.

The Cloister
The beautiful Cloister of the Old Monastery serves fine Tuscan cuisine in an elegant and historic setting.
The covered roof protects from the elements for comfortable dining throughout the year. The Cloister is open for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner each day.


The Villa San Michele has 46 rooms, including 25 suites and junior suites, located in the old monastery building and nestled amid the beautiful gardens, enjoying spectacular views, each with its own unique style and antique furnishings.


Relaxing at the Villa San Michele comes naturally with the unmatched views from the panoramic pool, whilst a small gymnasium allows guests to expend some energy without missing the beautiful views.
For the more adventurous mountain bikes are available for trips to Fiesole of Florence, where cyclists will find excellent pedestrian areas and cycle tracks.

Local golf clubs offer championship quality courses, whilst horse riding through the Tuscan countryside and tennis are all on hand nearby.


The Gardens
The original Italian garden, restful with its simplicity of lawns and potted lemon trees is surrounded, at different levels, by extensive growth of rosemary, lavender and shrub originating from these hills.
Colourful flower beds are a pleasant contrast to the extensive woodland that encircles Villa San Michele on all sides.
Dominating the garden scene, a monumental century old wisteria covers the whole facade overlooking the Italian garden.