🇮🇹 Siena, Italy
A.MA
📍 45, Via del Pignattello, Siena, 53100
Dein Aufenthalt — A.MA
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Das Eigentum — A.MA
A.MA is a modest 3-star hotel set in a 14th-century building just inside Siena’s medieval walls, steps from Piazza del Campo. The lobby feels clean and functional—tiled floors, a small reception desk, and a lift that saves you the climb from Porta Camollia. It suits travellers who want a reliable, central base without frills: think good value, decent breakfast, and a bed near the Duomo rather than a boutique experience.
Chroniken von Siena
Siena was founded by the Etruscans, later became a Roman town called Saena Julia, and rose to prominence as a wealthy banking and wool-trading republic in the 13th–14th centuries. Its Gothic architecture—the Palazzo Pubblico, the Duomo, the shell-shaped Piazza del Campo—dates mostly from that period, when Siena fiercely rivaled Florence. The city’s historic centre, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1995, remains largely unchanged, built of terracotta brick and stone. Today Siena maintains a proud local identity, with residents fiercely attached to the contrade (neighbourhoods) and the Palio horse race, which still dominates civic life twice each summer.
Beste Zeit zu besuchen
Vollständiger Siena-Guide →Die besten Monate
May, June, September: warm days (22–28°C), clear skies, and fewer tourists than July–August. The Palio crowds have cleared by late June, and autumn light softens the brick streets.
Peak / Festival Surge
July 2 and August 16 are the Palio dates; July especially sees intense crowds, high hotel rates (often 1.5–2x normal), and very hot weather (30°C+). Most visitors come specifically for the race and pageantry.
Budget Schulter Saison
April and October offer mild weather (15–20°C), significant discounts on rooms (often 30–40% off peak), and far fewer queues at the Duomo or Torre del Mangia. Rain is possible but brief.
Wetter & Verpackung
Siena in July can hit 35°C but also has sudden cool evenings as the sun drops behind the hills. Pack a light jumper or pashmina for dinner outdoors, and definitely bring comfortable walking shoes—the city is all stairs and cobbles, and A.MA is on a slope.
Live City Briefing veröffentlicht — Siena
- Siena’s ZTL (limited traffic zone) is strictly enforced; guests driving to A.MA must check with the hotel for access codes or park outside the walls (e.g., at the Il Campo car park near Porta San Marco) to avoid fines.
- The Duomo’s facade restoration is complete, but the ‘Porta del Cielo’ rooftop tour remains suspended for structural checks in early 2026—check closer to July for updates.
- As of early 2026, the Palio on 2 July is confirmed to go ahead; expect road closures and packed piazzas from late afternoon on the day, affecting access to the hotel’s street.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to A.MA, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the upper floors (second or third) facing the internal courtyard rather than Via del Pignattello. These rooms are quieter and benefit from natural light without direct street noise.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms – they are closest to street level and may pick up foot traffic and late-night chatter from the narrow alley. Also skip rooms directly overlooking Via del Pignattello if you are a light sleeper.
Best views
Upper-floor rooms facing the courtyard offer a calm view of inner Sienese rooftops. Rooms facing the street have a narrow alley view of the historic centre but come with trade-offs on noise.
Quietest floors
Floors 2–3 (European numbering, so second and third floors above ground) are typically the quietest, away from the reception area and street.
🔊 Noise notes
Via del Pignattello is a narrow, historic lane in central Siena – expect pedestrian traffic, motorbikes, and service vehicles during the day. The entrance area can get busy with luggage and groups. No major bar or nightclub directly on this street, but general city hum carries up.
Insider tips
If arriving by car, note that Siena’s ZTL (limited traffic zone) covers this area – check with the hotel for access permits or park at a designated lot outside the walls. Request a room away from the lift shaft if you book a courtyard-facing room: older buildings can transmit lift noise.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hotel Einrichtungen — A.MA
Free, no password needed (network: A.MA_Guest). Average speed 25 Mbps download, 10 Mbps upload. Occasional dropouts in rooms at the back of the building (stone walls). No paid tier.
One lift serves all 3 floors; no stairs-only sections. Lift is compact (fits 2 people with small suitcases).
No digital newsstand or physical newspapers provided. Building dates from the 1300s; original stone staircase and a small internal courtyard with a well remain.
Check-in from 14:00 to 22:00; early bag drop available from 09:00 (free, no pre-booking). Late check-out until 12:00: €30, subject to availability. After 12:00, full night charged.
Free storage before check-in and after check-out; left behind the front desk in a locked room.
No step-free access: steep curb at entrance + 3 steps up to the front door. No ramp. Lift inside but doors are 68 cm wide (wheelchair may not fit). No adapted rooms. Not suitable for wheelchair users.
No on-site or valet parking. Nearest public car park: Parcheggio Due Ponti (Via del Gargaiolo, 5 min walk) — €2.50/hour, €18.00/24h. No EV charging.
Gebühren, Steuern & Einlagen
City / tourist tax: €2.00 per person per night for the first 5 nights, children under 12 exempt
Deposit & card hold: First night charged as advance deposit at booking; €100 incidental hold on a credit card upon check-in
Faith & Diät in der Nähe
- Church: San Bartolomeo (164 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa di Santa Maria in Portico a Fontegiusta (243 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa Anglicana di San Pietro (249 m · ~3 min walk)
- Church: San Pietro alla Magione (270 m · ~3 min walk)
Lokaler Lebensstil & Erholung
Galleria PortaSiena — 889 m · ~11 min walk
Giardino Alessandro Falassi — 301 m · ~4 min walk
Museo della Contrada Sovrana dell'Istrice — 286 m · ~4 min walk
Auditorium Monte dei Paschi di Siena — 188 m · ~2 min walk
Parco Norma Cossetto — 656 m · ~8 min walk
5 Minuten Radius Essentials
Nearest — 488 m · ~6 min walk
Farmacia Fiore — 357 m · ~4 min walk
Il Cantiere del Buon Gusto — 150 m · ~2 min walk
Terminal Bus Siena La Lizza — 497 m · ~6 min walk
Geld & Währung
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use bank ATMs in town; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport or tourist spots — they give terrible rates.
Cards are widely accepted in shops, restaurants, and hotels; contactless is common. Keep small cash for market stalls and some cafes.
Not expected but appreciated: round up the bill in restaurants, leave a euro or two for hotel porters, taxis round up to nearest euro.
Essen, Einkaufen und Reisen auf einem Budget
Cheap car hire →Espresso at a bar counter: about €1.10–1.50.
Pizza al taglio or a panino from a takeaway: €5–8.
A main pasta dish in a trattoria: around €10–14.
Head to the Il Campo area or side alleys near Piazza del Mercato for cheap pizza slices, focaccia, and porchetta rolls.
Conad, Coop, and PAM supermarkets are common in this area.
Chain stores like OVS, Bershka, and H&M in the centre; also street stalls on Via Banchi di Sopra.
Walk everywhere in the historic centre; bus day pass €4 (buy at tabacchi); from Florence airport, take the bus (€8) or train (€10–12).
Eat lunch at a supermarket deli counter; avoid bottled water — fill your bottle at public fountains; buy a city pass for combined museum entry if you plan on multiple sights.
Gut zu wissen — Siena
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Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Siena, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at A.MA
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 488 m · ~6 min walk — pharmacy · Farmacia Fiore — 357 m · ~4 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Umher zu kommen
Find train tickets →Florence Airport (FLR) → Comfort Siena Design Apartment
💡 Book a fixed-price transfer with Welcome Pickups or a local company like TaxiSiena to avoid surge pricing. Drivers often know the ZTL zones, so they'll drop you directly at the apartment's location on Via di Fontanella.
Florence Airport (FLR) → Comfort Siena Design Apartment (Siena Station)
💡 Take the T2 tram from FLR to Florence Santa Maria Novella station, then a direct regional train to Siena (95 min, €9.20). From Siena station, it's a steep 15-min downhill walk or a €5 taxi to the apartment. Avoid the Trenitalia Intercity trains—they're not faster.
Florence Airport (FLR) → Comfort Siena Design Apartment (Siena Bus Station)
💡 Flixbus and Tiemme run direct coaches from FLR to Siena's bus station (Piazza Gramsci). They drop you at the top of town—from there it's a 10-min flat walk to the apartment. Sit on the left for views of the towers on the way in.
Siena Train Station → Comfort Siena Design Apartment
💡 Only use official white taxis with the 'TAXI' sign. From the station, it's a short ride but worth it due to the uphill climb with luggage. Call 0577 49221 for a radio taxi if none are in the queue.
Über Siena
Wikipedia ↗
Siena ( see-EN-ə, Italian: [ˈsjɛːna, ˈsjeːna] ; traditionally spelled Sienna in English; Latin: Saena Iulia) is a city in Tuscany, in Central Italy, and the capital of the province of Siena. With a population of 52,991, it is the 12th-largest city in the region as of 2025. The city is historically l...
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What are the best rooms at A.MA?
Request a room on the upper floors (second or third) facing the internal courtyard rather than Via del Pignattello. These rooms are quieter and benefit from natural light without direct street noise.
Which rooms should I avoid at A.MA?
Avoid ground-floor rooms – they are closest to street level and may pick up foot traffic and late-night chatter from the narrow alley. Also skip rooms directly overlooking Via del Pignattello if you are a light sleeper.
Is A.MA noisy?
Via del Pignattello is a narrow, historic lane in central Siena – expect pedestrian traffic, motorbikes, and service vehicles during the day. The entrance area can get busy with luggage and groups. No major bar or nightclub directly on this street, but general city hum carries up.
Which rooms have the best views at A.MA?
Upper-floor rooms facing the courtyard offer a calm view of inner Sienese rooftops. Rooms facing the street have a narrow alley view of the historic centre but come with trade-offs on noise.
What are insider tips for staying at A.MA?
If arriving by car, note that Siena’s ZTL (limited traffic zone) covers this area – check with the hotel for access permits or park at a designated lot outside the walls. Request a room away from the lift shaft if you book a courtyard-facing room: older buildings can transmit lift noise.
What time is check-in at A.MA?
Check-in at A.MA is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does A.MA have Wi-Fi?
Free, no password needed (network: A.MA_Guest). Average speed 25 Mbps download, 10 Mbps upload. Occasional dropouts in rooms at the back of the building (stone walls). No paid tier.
Is there a city or tourist tax at A.MA?
€2.00 per person per night for the first 5 nights, children under 12 exempt
Where can I eat cheaply near A.MA?
Pizza al taglio or a panino from a takeaway: €5–8.
What is the cheapest way to get around from A.MA?
Walk everywhere in the historic centre; bus day pass €4 (buy at tabacchi); from Florence airport, take the bus (€8) or train (€10–12).
When is the best time to visit Siena?
May, June, September: warm days (22–28°C), clear skies, and fewer tourists than July–August. The Palio crowds have cleared by late June, and autumn light softens the brick streets.
Top-Attraktionen in Siena
💡 Check for free guided tours on Saturday mornings. The reliquary containing her head is eerie but fascinating.
💡 Bring a picnic. It's less busy than the main parks. Paths can be steep — wear flat shoes.
💡 Go at sunset for the best light on the Palazzo Pubblico and Torre del Mangia. Early morning it's almost empty.
💡 Entry is €12 but the 'Porta del Cielo' rooftop tour costs extra. Go on a Sunday for free Mass entry — you still see the interior.
💡 Free on the first Sunday of each month. Otherwise €9. The underground 'sacred tunnels' are the highlight, not the modern art wing.