Plaza E de Russie Italy
Plaza E de Russie
Piazza D’Azeglio n1, 55049 Viareggio (LU) Tuscany, Italy
www.plazaederussie.com
HOTEL INFORMATION
Group
N/A
Shareholders
Privately Owned
Date of Creation
1871
Hotel General Manager:
Salvatore Madonna
Hotel Positioning
5 star luxury Relais Chateaux
Plaza E de Russie
History & Story
Nowhere is better than Hotel Plaza e de Russie, Viareggio’s oldest hotel, to give you a sense of being in the heart of the wonders of both art and nature, in equal measure. Erected in 1871 along the route of the Grand Tour, the hotel quickly became a meeting place of important figures who appreciated the impeccable service, discretion and style of this elegant palace overlooking the sea—from the poet Rainer Maria Rilke, who gained inspiration on long walks through the woods, to Giacomo Puccini, entwined in a love story here with the baroness Josephine von Stengel that was the subject of much gossip at the time.
Situated along a seaside promenade, the hotel is in the heart of the Art Nouveau district that arose in the early 1900s, a period in which Viareggio was an international playground where the glories of the times intertwined with their political turmoil. First to find comfort and shelter here were Russian expatriates, fleeing from the Tsarist Empire, followed by Russian aristocracy escaping the Bolshevik Revolution. Events such as these gave the hotel not only a certain number of accounts that were to go forever unpaid, but also the “de Russie” name, which it maintains to this day.
In more recent times, the hotel has welcomed guests from the worlds of entertainment and sport, including Giorgio Gaber and Maradona, and is also the site of the Viareggio Prize, one of Italy’s most prestigious literary awards. To this day, the entire area is a true jewel of historical architecture.
Development Strategy
After more than a year of major renovations reopened in June 2019.
Date Renovation
2019 totally renovated, 2021 restored
Date Added Extansions
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Main Strengths, Special Touch
Renowned as the ‘jewel of Viareggio’, the 5-star sea-front luxury boutique Hotel Plaza e de Russie juxtaposes its historical exterior architecture with the modern luxury hospitality services and elegant contemporary furnishings of its interiors.
Key sites
Beach destination, Carnival of Viareggio, Puccini Festival, bespoke wine tasting, exploring Lucca and Pisa, close to Cinque Terre, marble safari – close to Marble queries
Location
Known for its Art Nouveau district, swanky cafes, bespoke boutiques and long sandy beaches, Viareggio is the quintessential Italian beach experience. Not far away is the lush city of Lucca, where Renaissance architecture romances the streets. The hotel is a short drive from the artistic and historical town of Pietrasanta, with Pisa being a mere 30 minutes drive. Spend the day exploring the picturesque villages of the Cinque Terre, visit one of the most prestigious cellars for a bespoke wine tasting or enjoy local cultural events such as the Puccini Festival in Torre del Lago or the Carnival of Viareggio.
HOTEL FEATURES
Accommodation
• Number of suites: 18 Superior rooms, 2 Superior Rooms with balcony, 2 Superior Rooms overlooking the sea, 2 Deluxe Room with balcony, 4 Deluxe Rooms
• Number of Luxury rooms: 2 Junior Suite, 3 Family Suite, 9 Suites, 2 Penthouse Suites
• Number of rooms, (keys) in all: 44
Fun Facts
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Children’s Corner
The Children’s are very warm welcomed, we have also 3 Family Suites, and special welcome in the room at arrival for a kids.
Restaurants & Bars
• LUNASIA RESTAURANT– Delight the senses with extraordinary LUNASIA restaurant, rated one Michelin star, meet our chef, take a cooking class or be taken on a journey with the world’s finest degustation menu! Led by the talented, Michelin-starred chef Luca Landi, Ristorante Lunasia—a name that meant “serenity” in the Etruscan language—welcomes guests of Hotel Plaza e de Russie and all foodies in its new location on the ground floor of the hotel with independent entrance. . The new Lunasia is a modern approach space, with an open cellar and quality materials. The interior design is characterized by a widespread use of Italian craftsmen, which starts from the classic context. The other important innovations are the Chef’s Table, for an artistic and sensorial gourmet experience, and the Social Table, for a dinner to share with friends or unknown people, enjoying the pleasure of conviviality.The typically Mediterranean and gourmet cuisine is based on seafood dishes and on the use of km 0 ingredients, which are always fresh and chosen in respect of the seasons, elaborated with skills and imagination. The result is a blend of classicity and innovation, aesthetics and flavour, colours and fragrances. These elements help transform every course into an authentic artwork. NO ALL INCLUSIVE
Welness
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Corporate & Celebrations events
• Meeting room up to 20 person
We have Art Project Room – Thanks to the close collaboration with local art galleries & artists and especially thanks to the great passion of Mr. Salvatore Madonna, the hotel owner, for the Art, Plaza offers its guests the best art exhibitions in its “Project Room”, a space born to admire art, bringing our guests closer to the cultural heritage of our territory.
Extra Notables Features
• Cooking class with our Michelin-starred Chef
• There are 2 golf clubs nearby as well as tennis courts ( not at the property).
Hotel and Restaurant Awards
• Michelin star reconfirmed for both 2022 and 2023
2019-2020
•Michelin star
Number of Employees
From 25 to 30