Clicky

Where to Stay in Pisa, Italy: Best Areas and Hotels

Where to Stay in Pisa – What You Need to Know

Pisa is the second most important city in the Tuscany region, after Florence.

Located very close to the Mediterranean coast and crossed by the Arno River, Pisa is one of the most visited cities in Italy.

Where to stay in Pisa, Italy - Best areas and hotels
Where to stay in Pisa, Italy – Best areas and hotels

Although Pisa is not a large city (it does not reach 200 thousand inhabitants in its metropolitan area), it is a world-famous place, partly thanks to the bell tower of its cathedral, which, with its inclination of almost 4 degrees, has become an international symbol of Italy, and one of the most visited monuments in Europe.

In addition to the well-known Pisa Tower, other attractions in the city include the cathedral, the centro storico or Old Towm, and the beautiful views of the Arno River.

Its international airport is the busiest and most important one in Tuscany, even ahead of the one in Florence, and the tenth in passengers across the entire country.

As for rail traffic, the Pisa Centrale station offers direct connections to almost all the major cities of the north and the west coast of Italy, including Florence, Bologna, Milan and Rome, among others.

Its tourist attractions, as well as its importance as an aerial and railway centre makes Pisa an almost obligatory stop for a route through Italy, and an unmissable place in Tuscany.

When it comes to the best areas to stay in Pisa, the area around the Duomo and the Tower of Pisa is the most suitable for tourists who want to admire the Italian icon par excellence. See accommodation near the Tower of Pisa. For those looking for economy, the Central Station area offers cheap accommodation in Pisa.See accommodation near Stazione Pisa Centrale

Here’s a guide with the best areas to stay in Pisa, Italy.

Accommodation Options in Pisa

Hotels in Pisa

The best hotels to stay in Pisa

Hostels in Pisa

Hostels and cheap stays in Pisa

Apartments in Pisa

Would you like independence? Book an apartment in Pisa

Bed & Breakfast in Pisa

Inns, B&Bs and guest houses in several areas around Pisa

The Best areas to Stay in Pisa, Italy

The Tower of Pisa is the main reason why most people visit the city, and it is famous in the whole world.

The Campanile or bell tower of the cathedral of Pisa is a beautiful building that has become famous, mainly, for its remarkable inclination of almost 4 degrees.

The tower was built in the 12th century, shortly after the cathedral, with unstable foundations that caused the building to begin to tilt.

Right next to the iconic tower is the Duomo or Pisa Cathedral, also worth visiting.

As is to be expected, being a world-famous monument, staying near the tower of Pisa means paying more in accommodation than sleeping in other areas of the city, but if the tower is the main reason for your visit, it is worth paying a few more euros to sleep in this area.

The surroundings of the Duomo and the tower are the best area to stay in Pisa, Italy.

Accommodation near the Tower of Pisa - Where to stay in Pisa
Accommodation near the Tower of Pisa – Where to stay in Pisa
Pisa - Tower of Pisa - Click to see all hotels on a map
Pisa – Tower of Pisa – Click to see all hotels on a map

What makes this the best area to stay in Pisa

  • Historical area
  • Tower of Pisa
  • Pisa’s cathedral
  • Near the Old Town
  • Luxury hotels

Hand-picked hotels in this area

  • Our Top Pick

    Grand Hotel Duomo is a 2-minute walk from the Duomo Square and the Leaning Tower. It has free Wi-Fi, an American bar and a rooftop terrace with panoramic views of the city.

  • Budget Option

    Smile Tower House offers accommodation in Pisa, near the Arena Garibaldi stadium and Campo Santo. It is about 5 km from Corso Italia Street, 3 km from the Borgo Stretto area and 1.7 km from Piazza dei Miracoli.

  • Mid-range Option

    Villa Tower Inn is just 600 meters from the Leaning Tower of Pisa and Piazza dei Miracoli. This property is located in a restored historic villa from the 1920s. Free WiFi access is available.

  • Luxury Option

    Relais Pacinotti Apartments and Suites s pet-friendly and is located in the historic centre of Pisa. All types of accommodation have a TV, a coffee machine, a kettle and a private bathroom with a shower. Some have a seating area. There are free toiletries and a hairdryer.


2. Centro Storico (Pisa’s Old Town)

The Centro Storico is , as its name may indicate, where most of the sites of historical interest of the Tuscan city are located.

This area, which is roughly between the cathedral and the central train station, is crossed by the Arno river.

The Old Town is mostly traffic limited and very pedestrian-friendly.

Some of the attractions of this area include its small and narrow medieval streets, squares such as the charming Piazza Vittorio Emanuele, spectacular views of the Arno river, shopping streets, restaurant and nightlife.

Pisa is a very small city and easy to discover on foot, but if you need it, you can always access its excellent bus system.

The hotels in the centre of Pisa are cheaper than those closest to the Duomo and the tower and their price/quality ratio is also usually higher.

Best areas to stay in Pisa - Centro Storico
Best areas to stay in Pisa – Centro Storico
Pisa - Centro Storico - Click to see all hotels on a map
Pisa – Centro Storico – Click to see all hotels on a map

What makes this the best area to stay in Pisa

  • Medieval streets
  • Interesting architecture
  • Great food
  • Views of the Arno river
  • Charming buildings

Hand-picked hotels in this area

  • Our Top Pick

    Relais Centro Storico Residenza D’Epoca is located in a historic building in a pedestrian area of the main promenade of Pisa and offers free Wi-Fi and air-conditioned rooms. The leaning tower is a 15-minute walk away.

  • Mid-range Option

    Cuore di Pisa is located in the historic center of Pisa, a 10-minute walk from the Leaning Tower, it offers classic-style rooms with air conditioning and free Wi-Fi.


3. Near Pisa’s central train station and airport

The Pisa Centrale station is located on the south side of the Arno river, and is one of the main railway hubs in Italy.

Three long-distance train lines depart from here: Pisa – Livorno – Rome, Pisa – La Spezia – Genoa, and Pisa – Florence. Local services operate on the Lucca-Pisa line.

One of the peculiarities of Pisa is that its airport is practically in the centre of the city, approximately 1.6 km from the central station, which means that it is possible to walk the distance between both places in about 20 minutes. The Pisa airport also has the PisaMover service, a system of automatic trains that connect the air terminal with the railway station in a frequent and comfortable way.

Staying close to the station or Pisa airport offers flexibility and facilitates mobility, especially if you combine Pisa with another nearby city such as Florence.

This area is one of the best areas to stay in Pisa since it also offers hotels of all kinds, from small B&B to some luxury options.

Best areas to stay in Pisa, Italy - Near the airport and central train station
Best areas to stay in Pisa, Italy – Near the airport and central train station
Pisa - Stazione Centrale & Airport - Click to see all hotels on a map
Pisa – Stazione Centrale & Airport – Click to see all hotels on a map

What makes this the best area to stay in Pisa

  • Near Pisa Centrale station
  • Near Galileo Galilei international airport
  • Great connections

Hand-picked hotels in this area

  • Our Top Pick

    Blue Shades ApartHotel is located 500 meters from Pisa Airport, it offers modern rooms with free Wi-Fi. A continental breakfast is served in the breakfast room.

  • Budget Option

    Hotel La Pace is located just 80 meters from Pisa Central Station, in the center of the city, a 20-minute walk from the Leaning Tower. It offers free Wi-Fi and a rich buffet breakfast including pancakes, eggs and homemade cakes.

  • Luxury Option

    NH Pisa is located in a modern building opposite the Pisa Train Station and offers free Wi-Fi. The shuttle service to the airport stops directly in front of the establishment. The leaning tower is a 20-minute walk away.


Read this post in other languages:

|ES| Dónde dormir en Pisa – Mejores zonas y hoteles.

|IT| Dove alloggiare a Pisa – Le migliori zone e hotel.