About half mile from the train station and adjacent to entrance to walled city, Lucca in Villa was VERY convenient for dining, trains to Florence and Cinque Terre, laundry, shopping, and just strolling. We used it as a base for 5 nights and it was a respite each day after sizable crowds in Florence, Cinque Terre and Pisa. Lucca has an undeniable charm that is hard to beat and the staff at this hotel are friendly and hospitable. And yes, it really is a villa.