Private Bathroom Double Room
- 2 Single beds or 1 Double bed
Guest house · Pisa · Tuscany
Il Cardinale
A 3-star guest house overlooking the city, a short stroll from Pisa's cathedral square.
- 7-minute walk to Piazza del Duomo
- Rooms rated 9.3 by guests
- On-site restaurant and coffee shop
8.9
Great
738 reviews
Booking.com 8.9 · 738 reviews
About
Il Cardinale
Il Cardinale sits on Via Cardinale Pietro Maffi, a quiet street that still puts you within easy reach of Pisa's main sights. The cathedral square is a seven-minute walk, and the Arena Garibaldi Stadium is 550 metres away. Despite the central position, the guest house looks out over the city rather than straight onto tourist crowds.
Rooms are the standout here — guests rate them 9.3 out of 10, calling them spacious, spotless and filled with natural light from large windows. Each comes with a flat-screen TV, tea and coffee making facilities, and air conditioning. The quadruple room adds a private bathroom and a work desk, making it a practical choice for families or small groups.
- No smoking on site
- Wi-Fi
- No pets allowed
- Coffee shop
- Air conditioning
- Tea and coffee facilities
In brief
What works, what to weigh
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Strengths
4 reasons to book- Hard to beat location — A seven-minute walk puts you at Piazza del Duomo, and the stadium is 550 metres away. Guests repeatedly mention how easy it is to reach the Leaning Tower, the cathedral, and downtown restaurants.
- Breakfast is a highlight — Multiple guests call it one of the best parts of the stay, praising the variety, pastries, coffee, and fresh fruit.
- Spacious, spotless rooms — Rooms score 9.3 and guests love the size, large windows, and cleanliness. The quadruple room adds a work desk and tea/coffee kit.
- Outstanding service — Staff score 9.7, with consistent praise for being helpful, friendly, and accommodating. Check-in is described as quick.
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Worth weighing
3 to weigh- Strict check-in window — Check-in runs only from 13:30 to 20:00. If you're arriving late, you may need to coordinate ahead — the hotel requires you to be there within those hours.
- No pets allowed — The hotel doesn't take pets, so if you're travelling with a dog or cat, this isn't the place.
- Rating slightly below area average — Pisa's average guest rating is 9.5, while Il Cardinale sits at 8.9. It's still a strong score, but not the top of the local pack.
01 — Rooms
Rooms & rates
High season: summer dates usually book out a few weeks ahead.
Private Bathroom Quadruple Room
- Sleeping arrangements for 4 persons
- Private bathroom
02 — Amenities
Services & amenities
Everything included at this stay — the facilities and essentials, at a glance.
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Free toiletries
- Electric kettle
- Flat-screen TV
Food & Drink
- Coffee shop
- Packed lunches
Rules
- No smoking on site
- No pets allowed
Connectivity
- Wi-Fi
Photos
Gallery
03 — Reviews
What guests say
Recent verified reviews from guests who stayed here.
Guest-rated 8.9/10 from 738 reviews
Booking.com · 8.9 · 738 reviews
8.9Verified guest“The location was excellent, just a short 4-6 minute walk from Sheffield University. It was conveniently near the Leaning Tower and the cathedral, close to downtown with many great restaurants and gelato spots, as well as the beautiful old Teatro Verdi.”
8.9Verified guest“The rooms were huge and well-sized, and there was a safe for valuables.”
8.9Verified guest“The breakfast is great — one of the best things about the stay.”
8.9Verified guest“Spotless, modern rooms with large windows, quick check-in, on-site parking, and a great restaurant.”
8.9Verified guest“Breakfast was excellent, with plenty of goodies to choose from.”
8.9Verified guest“Fantastic location with many nice restaurants nearby — the hotel overlooks the city. The staff were amazingly nice and accommodating. The quadruple room was spotless, had central heating, coffee and tea making facilities, and a work desk.”
04 — Location
Getting around Pisa
The property sits in Pisa.
Piazza del Duomo: Seven minutes on foot from the hotel, this is where you'll find the Leaning Tower, the cathedral, and the baptistery — Pisa's must-see cluster.
Arena Garibaldi Stadium: Only 550 metres away, so if you're in town for a match, you can walk there in about seven minutes.
Via Cardinale Pietro Maffi 36, Pisa, Tuscany, 56126, Italy
05 — Good to know
Policies & conditions
Hotel details are shown for reference. Final rate terms are confirmed on the partner’s site at booking.
- Check-in
- From 13:30-20:00
- Check-out
- By 10:00
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation on many rates — terms on booking page
- Payment
- Pay-at-hotel available on many rates; final terms at booking
- Pets
- Not allowed
06 — Questions
Frequently asked
What time is check-in and check-out?
Check-in is from 13:30 to 20:00, and check-out is by 10:00.
Are pets allowed?
No, pets are not allowed at Il Cardinale.
Is breakfast included?
The hotel serves breakfast, and guests rate it highly — but we don't have specifics from the property on whether it's included in the room rate.
Is there parking on site?
Guests have mentioned on-site parking, but we don't have official confirmation from the hotel. It's best to check directly when booking.
How far is the Leaning Tower?
Piazza del Duomo, where the Leaning Tower stands, is a 7-minute walk from the hotel.
The bottom line
If you want a spotless, well-run base within walking distance of Pisa's headline sights, Il Cardinale delivers. The breakfast alone earns loyalty, and the staff are consistently praised. Just arrive within the check-in window and leave the pets at home.
8.9A solid, guest-pleasing choice for sightseers and short stays.
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