55%Rifugio delle Poiane

This was the most beautiful little place! The people were amazing and they cooked breakfast and dinner (at a price) but a lovely cultural experience. You need a car to get here as its off track by a long way. But if you would like to see a different view of italy then this is your place!

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by biddell7592 – posted on Dec 5, 2008

21

If this was close to civilization it would a decent place to stay however u HAVE to have a car. its in the middle of the woods w/ no hiking trails/ways to take advantage of the surroundings. literally nothing but a nice view. If you dont have a vehicle they charge 20 euros each way if for pick... more If this was close to civilization it would a decent place to stay however u HAVE to have a car. its in the middle of the woods w/ no hiking trails/ways to take advantage of the surroundings. literally nothing but a nice view. If you dont have a vehicle they charge 20 euros each way if for pick up at Cecina station, a PER PERSON fee. My advice... pay the 50 something euro charge to stay in pisa instead. cheaper and less hassle.close

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by brianbmatthews2908 – posted on Jul 22, 2008

1

non lo consiglio a nessuno!!!!!

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by edoardos – posted on Jun 3, 2008

2

They advertise that they provide shuttles to and from the Pisa train station and the Pisa airport. They do not provide this service, nothing could be further from the truth. This hostel is not in Pisa or even close to Pisa. Its closer to a larger town Livorno. Even if you take the 40 minute train... more They advertise that they provide shuttles to and from the Pisa train station and the Pisa airport. They do not provide this service, nothing could be further from the truth. This hostel is not in Pisa or even close to Pisa. Its closer to a larger town Livorno. Even if you take the 40 minute train to the closest town on the line to the village this hostel is in, no taxi will take you to the hostel. The staff was unfriendly and unwilling to help us in our time sensitive situation. I was extreamely displeased.close

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by neurosa9475 – posted on Mar 31, 2007

2

they had no water yet expected to be paid the full amount

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by plantan6631 – posted on Oct 19, 2006

3

Fantastic, a real Tuscany experience. !

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by abroo2805 – posted on Aug 24, 2006

9

So so so far

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by enriquerdez7128 – posted on Aug 7, 2006

3

move closer to pisa

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by briefm – posted on Jul 18, 2006

2

The room was decent with spectacular views but the cost for meals and transportation to and from the home was ridiculous.

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by nimajn – posted on Jun 27, 2006

7

I really would not recommend going here if you yourself do not have a car. I was not able to be picked up because they have to dirve a fair distance over a terrible road that is not good on their 1962 beat up mercedes benz. Second I really think that most people go to Firenze for the scenery, but... more I really would not recommend going here if you yourself do not have a car. I was not able to be picked up because they have to dirve a fair distance over a terrible road that is not good on their 1962 beat up mercedes benz. Second I really think that most people go to Firenze for the scenery, but for the town and the "touristy" things that are in the area, so if you want to go and see those things, you must pay them to take you to the station, and that costs alot of money. It also costs alot of money for dinner, no matter what they cook it is 20 euro, even if it not worth that (as the case was when I went there) I would actually only go there if you either want to have some time in thmountains by yourself, or if you are on a romantic get away (then which it is ok to spend alot of money) I also had to pay for two days even though I was at the train station. They were to busy picking sombody else, and didn't want to go out of their way to pick me up as well, so I had to end up spending a night of my vacation in a train station with homeless people. I liked the scenery, but that was about it.close

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by fireymusi – posted on Apr 3, 2006

2

I am very angry at you, I cancelled my reservation and you never confirmed it. Now I see you pretend to charge the whole night. What a terrible service, because I let you know the day after the reservation was made. Please confirm you got this mesage and I hope you will respect the...

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by Liamir – posted on Dec 13, 2005

1

This hostel is absolutely nowhere near Pisa, it is a 40 minute train ride and then a 30 minute drive from Pisa. The only food available is from them and is at and extremely high cost. If you want to spend a night in the middle of nowhere at an extremely high cost then this is the place for you!

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by simon1352 – posted on Nov 9, 2005

1

This hostel is literally IN A FOREST! You cannot walk to anything and are completely dependent on the owners to drive you an hour to civilization. The place was absolutely gorgeous but if you are short on time, this is not the place to be. It is impossible to get a taxi here or walk, even if... more This hostel is literally IN A FOREST! You cannot walk to anything and are completely dependent on the owners to drive you an hour to civilization. The place was absolutely gorgeous but if you are short on time, this is not the place to be. It is impossible to get a taxi here or walk, even if you have your own car, it would take forever to get there and you'll probably get lost. If you want to be in total isolation in the middle of nowhere, then this is your place.close

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by Becci6142 – posted on Nov 7, 2005

5

It is actually in another town rather than in Pisa. Quite far away on the hill top although it does give you a magnificent view. Don't suggest to go there unless you spent several days and more important thing is you must have a car! Picking up by the hostel is rather Expensive and time consuming!

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by maywa – posted on Nov 1, 2005

6

This hostel, despite its listing on hostelworld.com is NOT in Pisa. If you decide to stay there, know that you must go to the Cecina train station and be picked up for a fee of 10 euro (each way). This is not a easily accessible hostel!! That said, the building is beautiful and set in the middle... more This hostel, despite its listing on hostelworld.com is NOT in Pisa. If you decide to stay there, know that you must go to the Cecina train station and be picked up for a fee of 10 euro (each way). This is not a easily accessible hostel!! That said, the building is beautiful and set in the middle of the Tuscan hillside far away from everything. If you are going, make sure to bring your own food, because the "restaurant" is merely the cooking of the owner, at 20 euro a pop. Bring a bunch of friends and a cooler of food and beer and make a huge bonfire and enjoy the starlight. Otherwise, dont bother.close

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by clmany – posted on Oct 27, 2005

3

the view was amazing, staff were so nice, and it was incredibly relaxing and peaceful. I wanted to stay there for a week instead of one night!

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by raelene7057 – posted on Oct 17, 2005

1

This is a perfect place if you just want to get away. David was awesome, and everyone seemed to have a great time. I would definitely make it a point to come back the next time I am in Italy.

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by bellsh – posted on Sep 27, 2005

5

Amazing the best part of my trip so far, i felt like i was in a big Italian family

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by tajb64 – posted on Jul 19, 2005

4

The place is gorgeous and the people are so lovely :))

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by alexpe8983 – posted on Jul 15, 2005

1

It was a really nice place out in the tuskan country, but it is definately not for the budget traveller. one must be sure to add at least 20 euros to the price because train pick up is 10 euros each way, and airport pickup from pisa is 30 euros each way. that would have been nice to know ahead... more It was a really nice place out in the tuskan country, but it is definately not for the budget traveller. one must be sure to add at least 20 euros to the price because train pick up is 10 euros each way, and airport pickup from pisa is 30 euros each way. that would have been nice to know ahead of time. also dinner is 20 euros a plate. my expected bill of 54 euros quickly became 134 euros.close

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by Shizenya – posted on Jul 6, 2005

4

I got ripped off!!!This place was horrible. It is listed under Pisa. Well they pick you up at the Airport and for 25 Euros that you have to pay drive you (not safely) an hour and a half to the middle of NOWHERE!!! It was horrible. It is at least an hour walk to the nearest village. Then if... more I got ripped off!!!This place was horrible. It is listed under Pisa. Well they pick you up at the Airport and for 25 Euros that you have to pay drive you (not safely) an hour and a half to the middle of NOWHERE!!! It was horrible. It is at least an hour walk to the nearest village. Then if you want to actually have food they charge you another 20 Euros for a not so good dinner. Plus the shower has no hot water. The have 5 huge dogs (which I am allergic to!) that run around you and bark all night long. I would never go there again and I would like some kind of compensation because that was a horrible experience. Plus the owner doesn't understand the deposit I put down with my credit card and I had to play an extra 5 Euros.close

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by steff6267 – posted on Jul 1, 2005

1

As far as i could see on the site it never really said just how far away from Pisa (the town) it is brilliant for a relaxed weekend but not really what a backpacker wants. it.s also unexceptible to charge ppl 20 euro for dinner.

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by jeanpierre6715 – posted on Jun 22, 2005

2

They are so expensive and have no price list. They change the price for the dinner and the accommodation, so I had to pay not 40 Euro for the accommodation as it was write in the email that you send to me, but 45 Euro. The dinner is also expensive, first they said to me it costs 20 Euro, one day... more They are so expensive and have no price list. They change the price for the dinner and the accommodation, so I had to pay not 40 Euro for the accommodation as it was write in the email that you send to me, but 45 Euro. The dinner is also expensive, first they said to me it costs 20 Euro, one day later it costs 25 Euro (the same dinner!). And it was so dirty there, a lot of spiders and cold shower! The bed was realy uncomfortable. The dogs went into the room and ate my food! It is not a hostel for backpackers, because there is no bus to or from a train station. You need a car to get there. I do not like this kind of hostel.close

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by Christinam3344 – posted on Jun 22, 2005

1

This hostel is very out of the way and difficult to get in and out of but the people are very friendly and very helpful and the dinner was lovely and inexpensive. Highly recommend a stay here for thow wanting a rest rather than a party and wanting to experience the Italian country lifestyle.

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by douglas3274 – posted on Jun 6, 2005

1