Palace Hotel  

On Viareggio’s famous seaside promenade, steps from the Passeggiata di Viareggio and a short walk to Viareggio Beach and the harbor. Close enough for day trips to Pisa (Pisa Baptistry, Piazza dei Miracoli) and reachable from Pisa Airport in about 40 minutes by train. Pet-friendly and perfectly placed for beach days and sunset strolls.

Housed in a 1913 Art Nouveau Belle Époque building, recently restored (2018–2024) to preserve original floors, parquet and 1960s furnishings while updating comfort. About 70 rooms plus a handful of apartments, with roughly 18 sea-view rooms; rooms feature minibars, LCD TVs, premium bedding and renovated bathrooms with designer toiletries and bidets. The Blu Bar sits on a sea-view terrace and the lobby and dining rooms keep their historic Murano-glass chandeliers and period charm.

Beachfront location with access to a private beach (umbrella/chair/towel rentals May–Sept), outdoor pool, Blu Bar sea-view terrace, two bars and two on-site restaurants. Wellness offerings include a massage room and solarium; bike rentals and a tour desk make exploring easy. Concierge, 24-hour front desk, multilingual staff, laundry/dry cleaning, and an airport shuttle are available for a surcharge.

Conference center, two meeting rooms and a business center for events. Complimentary wired and wireless internet keeps you connected.

Two on-site restaurants including the Blu Bar Bistrò on the sea-view terrace serve drinks and evening aperitifs with sunset views. Full breakfasts are offered daily (fee, 7:30–10:30) and limited room service is available for a relaxed start or late return.