Hotel Acapulco

Twelve steps from Viareggio's pine-lined promenade, Hotel Acapulco on Via Raffaelli 6 pairs a four-star seafront position with a full-service spa that runs from back massage to body scrubs and waxing — unusual depth for a Versilia beach hotel of this size.

The hotel holds its own beach with loungers and umbrellas, a hot tub, solarium, and sun deck, plus a fitness centre with personal trainer available on request. Family rooms, kids' meals, babysitting, and a playground make it a practical base for multi-generational groups. A golf course sits within two miles for those escaping the sand.

Breakfast reaches rooms on request; the bar and snack bar cover lighter hours. Airport shuttle and bicycle rental round out the logistics for guests working the wider Lucca and Torre del Lago circuit.