Forte dei Marmi Seravezza - Querceta Station - 13 min drive
Massa Centro Station - 13 min drive
Luni Station - 19 min drive
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Essenza Lounge Bar - 17 min walk
Bar Nino - 9 min walk
Hotel Nedy - 9 min walk
Vintage Cafè - 18 min walk
Henderson Ristorante - 18 min walk
About this property
Hotel La Bussola
Hotel La Bussola is a great choice for a stay in Massa. You can splash around at the outdoor pool, grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe, or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. A snack bar/deli, free bike rentals, and a terrace are other highlights.
Languages
English, German, Italian
At a glance
Hotel size
20 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 10:00 AM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Express check-in/out available
Check-out time is 10 AM
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Children
No cots (infant beds)
Babysitting*
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Free on-site extended parking
Transfers
Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*
Other information
Smoke-free property
No stag or hen parties
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Room service (limited hours)
Snack bar/deli
Traveling with children
Playground
Childcare in room (surcharge)
Children's menu
What to do
Archery
Beach nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Sailing nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Scooter/moped rentals nearby
Skydiving nearby
Working away
Meeting rooms
Computer station
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Free bicycle rentals
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
Television in common areas
An outdoor pool
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Elevator
Wheelchair accessible
Low-height counter/sink
Grab bar near toilet
Bathroom emergency pull cord
Room amenities
Be entertained
22-inch flat-screen TV
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Minibar
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Down comforter
Blackout drapes/curtains
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Bidet
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 October - 31 May, EUR 0.00 per person, per night
A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 June - 30 September, EUR 2.00 per person, per night
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of EUR 100 per vehicle (one-way)
Children & extra beds
In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge
All guests, including children, must be present at check-in and show their government-issued photo ID card or passport
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 9:30 AM to 7:30 PM
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
Also known as
Hotel La Bussola Massa
La Bussola Massa
Hotel Bussola Massa
Bussola Massa
Hotel La Bussola Hotel
Hotel La Bussola Massa
Hotel La Bussola Hotel Massa
Frequently asked questions
Does Hotel La Bussola offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel La Bussola does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Hotel La Bussola?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 9:30 AM to 7:30 PM.
Are pets allowed at Hotel La Bussola?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel La Bussola?
Yes, there's free self and extended parking.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Hotel La Bussola?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is EUR 100 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel La Bussola?
Check-in start time: 10:00 AM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Express check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Hotel La Bussola and nearby?
Have fun with onsite activities like archery and cycling. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Hotel La Bussola?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around Hotel La Bussola like?
Hotel La Bussola is a short 13-minute walk from Massa Beach and 20 minutes' walk from AeroClub Marina di Massa.
Hotel La Bussola Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Amenities
8.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
2 June 2023
Awesome. Best staff attention . We were glad of stay there
fabian
fabian, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
19 September 2019
elisabetta
elisabetta, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
1 October 2018
The rooms are very small for three, lighting is extremely poor in the bedroom., no mirror in our room at all.
teresa
teresa, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
25 June 2018
Excellent value for money
Very nice and clean place
Sofia
Sofia, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
19 June 2018
A real Gem of a hotel.
We found this hotel to be a real gem. The staff could not have been more helpful in every way, the breakfast plentiful and the situation tranquil and room clean and comfortable.
We would love to return some day!
Dr David
Dr David, 5-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
6 June 2018
La Bussola
Nice, family run hotel
Verified traveller
3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
24 July 2017
I stayed one night on a road-trip. Booked at a last minute, things went smoothly with good service (you can rent bicycles which is great) and a good restaurant and overall quiet place/area. Decent rooms too. Great for those who are looking for a quiet place.
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
9 July 2017
Great Tuscany by the sea
This is a little gem of a nice country house, 500m from the beach. Great staff, good service and good value for money
Robert
Robert, 1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
6 September 2015
Lovely Location.
Very relaxing weekend break.
Verified traveller
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
5 September 2015
nice, quiet hotel
Away from the hustle and bustle of the beach strip, this quiet, somewhat hidden hotel offers a relaxing atmosphere. Bikes are free to rent, ping pong and a swimming pool. Breakfast was okay. We did not choose the full meal plan. Staff speaks only little English, but helpful. The only downside is the small shower, that can be challenging even for everyone. Internet very spotty and slow, but okay in lobby.
Verified traveller
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
26 October 2014
Very nice places like in the forest. They have carparking area. Very silent place. Hotel condition is good. But because of the weather rooms are little cold. They have clean staff for bath. And room is good. Thank you for your hospiyality.
Verified traveller
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
17 June 2014
Relaxing Peace and Quiet
We stayed at The La Bussola for 10 days, the staff at the hotel were very accomodating and couldn't do enough to make our stay enjoyable. The Hotel is based in a very quiet area we did not have a car but were able to get the local buses into Forte Dei Marmei to get the train or other buses to various Towns/Cities. You can have bike supplied from the Hotel if you want to stay local and cycle around the lanes which is perfectly safe.
The breakfast is a continental breakfast not your usual egg/bacon which most people expect, it was enough for us to have at breakfast. we did not do the evening meal as we like to eat out etc.
Overall a very pleasant stay if you are looking for peace and quiet then this is the place for you.
Verified traveller
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
8 October 2013
A Great Place to Relax
Hotel La Bussola is located in a quiet area off the beaten path, yet easily accessible to the activities in the area. The location, the staff, the food and the facilities are all excellent. We used this location to travel Cinque Terre. We booked Hotel La Bussola for two days, but enjoyed it so much that we stayed five days. We traveled Central Europe for five weeks and this was our most pleasant accommodations..
Del
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
3 October 2013
Very nice country-style hotel
A pleasant hotel in a very quiet wooded area near the beach of Massa, just north of Pisa. The staff were friendly and attentive and spoke excellent English, excellent buffet breakfast too. Easy to access the major attractions in the area from this hotel. Parking is free and ample.
Naim Y
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
2 July 2013
Quiet neighborhood, great choice for families
Family run hotel. Staff was accommodating, however at times difficult to communicate with. Very nice pool makes this a great choice for families. Walk or bike to beach. Easy train ride to Cinque Terre, but having a car to get back and forth to train station and dinner locations is a must. Breakfast was adequate, however not nearly as good as some other hotels in Italy we visited. Would definitely consider staying here again on future trips.
Verified traveller
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
18 June 2013
Great value family hotel
Nice hotel with a good pool. We had dinner there two out of three nights which was tasty local cuisine for a bargain price. Drinks were well priced too. If you're travelling with little ones this place works well as they can either join you for dinner or the dining room is close enough to the rooms for your monitor to function. The hotel is a little gem.
Catd77
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
8 July 2012
A hidden gem
This was a great find. A hidden hotel at a great location (close to the beach and a train station, short drive to the Cinque Terre and Pisa). The hotel was very clean and the service by this family-owned crew was amazing. The restaurant had great food and a very good price, so we didn't even go out to dinner. The pool was perfect for the kid to play in and for us to cool down. Overall an excellent experience.
Lila M
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
26 September 2011
A great place to stay near Massa
This is an inexpensive, ideal hotel for anyone passing through Massa or indeed a family staying at this resort. Its a little way out of the centre of town in a quiet residential neighbourhood , easy to find and with good parking. The hotel has bicycles for hire , swimming pool and was set in lovely gardens. The breakfast buffet was generous and the evening meal was traditional italien fare at a very reasonable price. Whilst the rooms were very clean they were a little 'well worn' and 'basic'. We found the staff attentive and friendly and enjoyed our overnight stay.
Alice
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
16 February 2024
Super hotel accueil chaleureux
Colette
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
1 October 2022
Sehr freundliches Personal, kostenloser Fahrradverleih
Martina
Martina, 5-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
27 September 2022
Zum Duschen sollte man viel Zeit einplanen, am besten weit vor allen anderen, es kommt nur sehr wenig Wasser aus dem Hahn.
Harald
Harald, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
12 September 2022
Biciclette gratis, colazione abbondante e ottima
Pietro Paolo
Pietro Paolo, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
30 May 2022
Nadia
Nadia, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
31 October 2019
Liselotte
Liselotte, 5-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
11 October 2019
Mais que Excelente!
Super Bom! Atendimento ótimo e todas as dependências e setores do hotel devidamente e primorosamente bem cuidadas.
Quarto confortável com sacada e iluminado!
Resolvemos jantar no hotel e adoramos o cardápio. Menu bem servido e caprichado.
O senhor que nos atendeu além de muito culto muito simpático e nos deu dicas e referências para visitarmos as cidades de Carrara (mármores) e Lucca.
Saimos felizes e descansados para continuarmos nossa jornada.