🇮🇹 Pisa, Italy
NH Pisa
📍 10, Piazza della Stazione, Pisa, 56125
Your stay — NH Pisa
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The Property — NH Pisa
The NH Pisa is a solid, business-like three-star that sits calmly five minutes from the station. The lobby has polished grey floors and a small bar area, and the rooms are clean and compact with good soundproofing. It lacks charm but makes up for it with reliability and a location that drops you onto the main shopping street within a 10-minute walk to the Leaning Tower. Best for travellers who prioritise efficiency over character and want to be close to trains and buses.
Chronicles of Pisa
Pisa began as a Greek settlement before rising to a powerful maritime republic in the 11th–13th centuries, rivalling Genoa and Venice. Its wealth funded the Piazza dei Miracoli, a UNESCO-listed ensemble of cathedral, baptistery, cemetery and the famous tilted campanile. The city declined after the Battle of Meloria in 1284 and was later absorbed by Florence, hard-wiring Tuscan Renaissance architecture into its medieval streets. Today Pisa is a mid-sized university town, brisk and student-energy driven, whose cultural identity leans heavily on that one tilted tower—and on the lively nightlife around Piazza delle Vettovaglie.
Best Time to Visit
Full Pisa guide →Best months
May, June and September: warm but not oppressive, lower humidity than July–August, fewer day-trippers than peak season. The city feels manageable, and queues for the tower are shorter.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are peak months, driven by summer school holidays and European sun-chasers. The tower queue stretches over an hour, and hotel prices—including at the NH—jump 30–50%. The Luminara di San Ranieri on 16 June and its religious festival on 17 June push occupancy in mid-June too.
Budget shoulder season
April and October: discounts of 15–25% off peak rates, milder weather (16–22°C), and notably thinner crowds. October also brings the Pisa Book Festival, a cultural bonus.
Weather & packing
Pisa sits near the coast and the Arno River, so summer evenings can suddenly cool with a breeze from the sea—bring a light jacket or pashmina even for a July night. Explicit packing rule: always carry a compact umbrella from April to October; rain showers hit fast and without warning.
Live City Briefing — Pisa
- The Pisa San Rossore train station is undergoing platform upgrades through October 2026, so check live departure boards if arriving via regional trains from Lucca or Florence.
- A new pedestrian zone on Via Santa Maria (leading from the station area toward the Tower) was introduced in late 2025, restricting car access from 10:00 to 20:00—useful if you're driving.
- The 'Pisa Pass' museum combo ticket has been expanded in 2026 to include the Camposanto and Museo dell'Opera del Duomo, saving you about 8€ if you plan to visit all three sites.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to NH Pisa, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Floors 4 or 5 facing the inner courtyard (ask for 'cortile interno'). Quieter than front rooms, and higher up means less street-level noise from the station square.
Rooms to avoid
Front-facing rooms on floors 1-3 — directly over Piazza della Stazione, so traffic, taxis, and early-morning foot traffic to the train station will be loud. Also avoid rooms near the lift shaft on any floor.
Best views
Front-facing rooms on floors 4-5 give a view over Piazza della Stazione and the train station facade — not picturesque, but lively and convenient for watching the city wake up. Courtyard views are greener but static.
Quietest floors
Floors 4 and 5 are best — above street hubbub and likely less footfall from the lobby and bar.
🔊 Noise notes
The hotel sits directly on Piazza della Stazione, Pisa's main transport hub. Expect traffic noise, bus and taxi engines, and pedestrian chatter from early morning until late evening. The ground-floor bar and restaurant also generate low-level noise until closing.
Insider tips
1. Request a room on the 4th or 5th floor facing the courtyard if sleep quality is priority — you trade view for quiet. 2. Avoid booking a front-facing room if you are a light sleeper; pack earplugs regardless, as the piazza has late-night activity. 3. Check-in early to secure a higher floor — the lift is small and slow, so a room on floor 2 or lower saves you waiting, but you pay in noise.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Facilities — NH Pisa
Free standard Wi-Fi (up to 5 Mbps, one device per room); premium HD/streaming tier costs €12/day per device (no login limits)
Lift serves all floors (4 floors total), no stairs-only sections
Digital newspaper via PressReader on request at reception; no physical papers; building is a converted railway hotel from 1930s with art deco lobby features
Check-in from 15:00, check-out by 12:00; early bag drop allowed from 10:00; late check-out until 18:00 costs €30 (subject to availability)
Free for guests before check-in and after check-out, no time limit
Step-free access via ramp at main entrance; one accessible room on ground floor with wider doors and grab rails; no pool or spa
No on-site parking; nearest public car park is Parcheggio Piazza della Stazione at €24 per 24h (100m away); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €5 per person per night (up to €70 per stay, under 14s exempt)
Deposit & card hold: First night's rate charged as deposit if booking non-refundable; at check-in a credit card hold of €50 per stay for incidentals
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Chiesa di Santa Maria delle Grazie (432 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: Parrocchia dei SS. Cosimo e Damiano (465 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa di San Marco alle Cappelle (587 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: Oratorio di San Bernardino (607 m · ~8 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Piazza Giuseppe Giusti — 196 m · ~2 min walk
Museo Anatomico Veterinario di Pisa — 963 m · ~12 min walk
Chiesa di Sant'Andrea Forisportam — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 786 m · ~10 min walk
Farmacia Comunale 1 — 546 m · ~7 min walk
Delizie Calabresi — 450 m · ~6 min walk
Pisa Centrale — 626 m · ~8 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs inside banks or post offices; avoid exchange bureaux at Pisa Centrale or tourist spots — poor rates and high fees are common.
Cards widely accepted in supermarkets, chain stores, and most restaurants; smaller cafés, market stalls, and some trattorias prefer cash. Contactless and phone payments are standard.
Not expected. Round up the bill at casual places; leave 5–10% at nicer restaurants only if service was exceptional. Taxis and hotel staff appreciate a euro or two but it's not compulsory.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Espresso at a bar counter: €1.10–1.30. Served standing; sitting at a table costs more.
Pizza al taglio (by the slice) or a panino from a forno/alimentari: €4–6. Includes a drink if you choose a set menu at a worker's trattoria.
Pasta or pizza in a modest trattoria: €8–12 for a main. Osterie near the station offer daily specials around €10.
Piazza delle Vettovaglie and the streets off Corso Italia have several takeaway kebab shops, pizza slices, and lampredotto stands (a Florentine tripe sandwich — look for the cart). Avoid the immediate tourist strip along Via Santa Maria.
Conad, Coop, and Eurospin — all common in the area. Lidl on Via Pratale is good for basics.
Via San Martino and the parallel Corso Italia have affordable chain stores like OVS, H&M, and a few independent boutiques. For second-hand, try the Sunday morning flea market near Piazza dei Cavalieri.
Bus day pass: €4.00 (buy at tabacchi or on the bus). From Pisa airport, take the PisaMover shuttle to the station (€2.70) or walk to town (20 mins). Avoid taxis.
Eat lunch at a bar for a set menu (€10–12) instead of dinner. Fill your water bottle at public fountains (fontanella) around town — tap water is free and safe. Buy a Pisa Card only if you plan to visit many museums; the Leaning Tower alone is cheaper as a single ticket.
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Emergency Contacts
PisaFor non-urgent help from the UK consulate in Pisa: +39 050 598 211. Tourist police (Policia Turistica) can be reached at 112. In an emergency, dial 112 for any service — it connects you to the single European emergency number.
💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Pisa, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at NH Pisa
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 786 m · ~10 min walk — pharmacy · Farmacia Comunale 1 — 546 m · ~7 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Find train tickets →Pisa Centrale railway station → Via Santa Giulia stop (near Casa Canonica)
💡 Bus stop is just outside the station's south exit. Validate your ticket in the machine inside the bus – fines are steep for unvalidated ones.
Pisa Centrale railway station → Casa Canonica (walk from Piazza dei Miracoli)
💡 No train stop right at the hotel – this is just for regional day trips. Best used to get from Florence to Pisa Centrale, then walk 20 mins through the old town.
Pisa Centrale railway station → Bed and Breakfast La Rondine (near Piazza dei Miracoli)
💡 From the station it's a short train hop to Pisa San Rossore station (closest to the Leaning Tower). Alight there and it's a 5-minute walk to La Rondine.
Pisa Centrale railway station → Bed and Breakfast La Rondine (stop: 'Piazza dei Miracoli' or 'Porta a Lucca')
💡 Single tickets cost €1.50 and are valid 70 minutes—buy from tabacchi or ticket machines. Validate inside the bus immediately. LAM Rossa is fastest for the Tower area.
Pisa Centrale station → Il Polveraio Casa Vacanze Agriturismo (stop: Via di Gello)
💡 Get the single ticket at any tabacchi or newsstand before boarding; exact change for the driver if you buy on board. The stop is a short walk along the dirt lane to the agriturismo.
Pisa International Airport (PSA) → Bed and Breakfast La Rondine
💡 Always use the white taxis with a meter—avoid unlicensed drivers offering 'flat rates' at arrivals. Typical fare to the city centre is €15-20; confirm before setting off.
Pisa International Airport (PSA) → Casa Canonica (Via Santa Giulia)
💡 Flat rate to city centre is €15; confirm before you get in. For late arrivals, pre-book via +39 050 541600.
Pisa Aeroporto station (connected to arrivals) → Pisa Centrale (then bus or walk to agriturismo)
💡 Trains run direct from the airport platform; validate your ticket in the yellow machine before boarding. From Pisa Centrale, switch to bus 4 or walk 30 mins east along Via di Gello.
Pisa Airport (PSA) or Pisa Centrale → Hotel Otellino, Pontedera
💡 Take the Pisa Mover from the airport to Pisa Centrale (5 min, €2.80), then catch bus line 155 or 151 from the station to Pontedera. Get off at 'Pontedera Stazione FS' stop – hotel is a 5-minute walk. Check Autolinee Toscane app for real-time bus schedules; Sunday buses can be sporadic.
Galileo Galilei Airport (PSA) → Il Polveraio Casa Vacanze Agriturismo
💡 Book ahead via phone or app to avoid the airport surcharge. Fixed price to the city outskirts – confirm before you get in.
Pisa Centrale station → Pontedera-Casciana Terme station
💡 This is the fastest and most reliable local option. From the airport, take the Pisa Mover (€2.80, 5 min) to Pisa Centrale, then buy a regional train ticket from the automated machines or app (Trenitalia). The hotel is a 10-minute walk from Pontedera station – head south on Via Cavour. Avoid rush-hour (7:30-9:00, 17:00-19:00) if you want a seat.
Pisa Airport (PSA) or Florence Airport (FLR) → Hotel Otellino, Pontedera
💡 Shared shuttles like 'GoOpti' or 'Tuscany Bus' run from both airports to Pontedera – book at least 24h in advance for best rates. Cheaper than a private taxi, but you might wait 20-30 min for other passengers. Alternatively, use an app like Welcome Pickups for a fixed-price private transfer (around €50).
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at NH Pisa?
Floors 4 or 5 facing the inner courtyard (ask for 'cortile interno'). Quieter than front rooms, and higher up means less street-level noise from the station square.
Which rooms should I avoid at NH Pisa?
Front-facing rooms on floors 1-3 — directly over Piazza della Stazione, so traffic, taxis, and early-morning foot traffic to the train station will be loud. Also avoid rooms near the lift shaft on any floor.
Is NH Pisa noisy?
The hotel sits directly on Piazza della Stazione, Pisa's main transport hub. Expect traffic noise, bus and taxi engines, and pedestrian chatter from early morning until late evening. The ground-floor bar and restaurant also generate low-level noise until closing.
Which rooms have the best views at NH Pisa?
Front-facing rooms on floors 4-5 give a view over Piazza della Stazione and the train station facade — not picturesque, but lively and convenient for watching the city wake up. Courtyard views are greener but static.
What are insider tips for staying at NH Pisa?
1. Request a room on the 4th or 5th floor facing the courtyard if sleep quality is priority — you trade view for quiet. 2. Avoid booking a front-facing room if you are a light sleeper; pack earplugs regardless, as the piazza has late-night activity. 3. Check-in early to secure a higher floor — the lift is small and slow, so a room on floor 2 or lower saves you waiting, but you pay in noise.
What time is check-in at NH Pisa?
Check-in at NH Pisa is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does NH Pisa have Wi-Fi?
Free standard Wi-Fi (up to 5 Mbps, one device per room); premium HD/streaming tier costs €12/day per device (no login limits)
Is there a city or tourist tax at NH Pisa?
€5 per person per night (up to €70 per stay, under 14s exempt)
Where can I eat cheaply near NH Pisa?
Pizza al taglio (by the slice) or a panino from a forno/alimentari: €4–6. Includes a drink if you choose a set menu at a worker's trattoria.
What is the cheapest way to get around from NH Pisa?
Bus day pass: €4.00 (buy at tabacchi or on the bus). From Pisa airport, take the PisaMover shuttle to the station (€2.70) or walk to town (20 mins). Avoid taxis.
When is the best time to visit Pisa?
May, June and September: warm but not oppressive, lower humidity than July–August, fewer day-trippers than peak season. The city feels manageable, and queues for the tower are shorter.
Top Attractions in Pisa
💡 The best free section starts near Porta Nuova and runs behind Piazza dei Miracoli. It's shaded in the afternoon and gives a good perspective of the tower.
💡 Start at the Ponte della Fortezza and walk east – you'll see fewer tourists and more locals fishing or jogging.
💡 Go at sunrise or late evening to avoid crowds and get a clear shot of the tower. The square is quietest around 7am.
💡 Go just before sunset to avoid crowds and get softer light for photos. The lawns close at dusk.
💡 Arrive before 9am for near-empty views of the Leaning Tower, especially in summer. The lawn is free to sit on.
💡 Free entry only with a same-day ticket from the ticket office. Get one early; they're limited and often run out by late morning.
💡 Look for the bas-reliefs on the Palazzo della Carovana facade—they depict zodiac signs and classical figures. Best in late afternoon light.
💡 Go at sunrise or late evening for fewer crowds and better light; you don't need to pay to see the tower from outside.