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La propiedad — Appartamento
Appartamento is a compact, no-fuss three-star in Siena’s historic core, a ten-minute walk from Piazza del Campo. The lobby is small and functional, with terracotta floors and a reception desk that doubles as a bar. It suits budget-conscious couples or solo travellers who want a clean, central base and don’t need frills. The USP is location over luxury: you’re two streets from the Duomo, and outside your door, the city’s medieval hum is immediate.
Crónicas de Siena
Siena was founded by the Etruscans, then became a Roman colony called Saena Julia. Its golden age was the 13th and 14th centuries, when the Republic built the Gothic Palazzo Pubblico and the shell-shaped Piazza del Campo as a civic centre. The Black Death of 1348 halved the population and ended Siena’s rivalry with Florence, freezing its medieval street plan. Today, Siena is a UNESCO World Heritage site and fiercely proud of its contrade (neighbourhood districts), which compete in the twice-yearly Palio horse race around the piazza.
El mejor momento para visitar
Guía completa de Siena →Los mejores meses
May and June offer warm weather (20-28°C) and long daylight hours, with fewer crowds than July. September is also excellent: harvest season, cooler days and the second Palio on 2 September.
Peak / Festival Surge
July and August are peak months, driven by the Palio on 2 July (and again on 16 August). Hotel prices double, rooms vanish months ahead, and the city is packed with race fans. Expect 35°C heat and heavy tourist traffic in the narrow streets.
La temporada del hombro
April and October are the best shoulder months. April sees spring flowers and moderate temperatures (10-20°C), while October offers autumn colours and empty streets. You’ll find discounts of 30-50% on high-season rates.
Tiempo y embalaje
Siena sits on a hill, so summer afternoons can be scorching but evenings cool sharply. Pack a light jacket or cardigan for after sundown, plus comfortable walking shoes for steep, cobbled lanes.
Briefing en vivo de la ciudad — Siena
- The Palio di Siena takes place on 2 July 2026 on Piazza del Campo; expect road closures from 29 June and massive crowds. Book dining well in advance.
- Siena’s hop-on-hop-off bus service has been suspended for 2026 due to roadworks along Via di Città. Rely on walking or local taxi services.
- The Santa Maria della Scala museum complex has reopened its archaeological crypt after a two-year renovation, offering new exhibits on Etruscan life.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Appartamento, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the third or fourth floor facing the internal courtyard rather than the street. These upper floors are quieter and get more natural light, away from the narrow alley traffic.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the first floor or anywhere overlooking the street — Via di Città or adjacent lanes get foot traffic and scooter noise from early morning until late evening.
Best views
Ask for a room with a side view of the Duomo or the Torre del Mangia. Rooms on the courtyard side have no view but are much quieter. The flat-front rooms on upper levels see rooflines and the cityscape.
Quietest floors
Floors three and four (rooms numbered 301–410, typically) are best for quiet. The lift only goes to floor four, so top-floor rooms are isolated from hallway movement.
🔊 Noise notes
Siena’s historic centre is pedestrianised only in parts — Via di Città sees scooters, delivery vans, and tour groups. Weekend nights bring bar-goers from the nearby Piazza del Campo. Morning church bells (around 7am) are unavoidable wherever you are.
Insider tips
1. If you arrive by car, use the Santa Caterina parking garage and walk 10 minutes — the hotel has no private parking. 2. Request a room on the fourth floor for the best balance of quiet and light; the lift stops there, so you won’t carry bags up stairs.
- 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
Instalaciones hoteleras — Appartamento
Free Wi-Fi throughout, speed up to 50 Mbps, no login required; no paid tiers
One lift serves all 4 floors; no stairs-only sections
Digital press reader via PressReader, no physical newspapers; building is a renovated 14th-century townhouse with original stone staircase and frescoed lobby
Check-in from 14:00 to 20:00; early bag drop available from 10:00 free of charge; late check-out until 12:00 for €30; after 12:00 charged another night
Free storage at reception during day of check-out; no after-hours storage
Step-free entrance from street; lift to all floors; one accessible room on ground floor with roll-in shower; no hearing/visual aids
On-site valet parking €25 per night (reservation required); nearest public car park is Parcheggio San Francesco, €2.50 per hour or €20 per day, 300 metres walk; no EV charging on site
Tarifas, Impuestos y Depósitos
City / tourist tax: €3.50 per person per night, up to 5 nights, children under 12 exempt
Deposit & card hold: Advance deposit of 30% of total stay due at booking; a €200 incidentals hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary cerca de
- Church: Chiesa dei Santi Giacomo e Cristoforo (958 m · ~12 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa di San Michele Arcangelo (1.2 km · ~16 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa di Sant'Angelo (1.6 km · ~20 min walk)
Estilo de vida y recreación local
Parco delle More — 299 m · ~4 min walk
5 minutos de radio esenciales
Farmacia Comunale — 892 m · ~11 min walk
Market Balcan Express — 956 m · ~12 min walk
Monteroni d'Arbia — 3.2 km · ~40 min walk
Dinero y moneda
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at Siena railway station or Piazza del Campo, which charge high fees.
Major credit and debit cards widely accepted in shops, restaurants and supermarkets, but keep small cash for market stalls and some trattorias.
Service is usually included; locals round up or leave a few euros for good service. Taxis: round up to the nearest euro. Hotel staff: no fixed rule, €1-2 per bag for porters is fine.
Comer, comprar y viajar en un presupuesto
Cheap car hire →Standing at a bar counter: an espresso or cappuccino about €1.10-1.30 (sitting down costs double).
Pizza al taglio (by the slice) or a panino from a takeaway shop: €5-7.
A simple pasta or pizza main in an osteria or trattoria: €10-14.
Look around the backstreets near Piazza del Mercato for cheap focaccia, panini and gelato takeaway spots.
Conad, Coop and Lidl are common budget supermarkets; Conad has a central branch on Via dei Rossi.
The Via di Città and the Pian dei Mantellini area have mid-range chain stores like OVS and Benetton; for cheaper basics, head to the Conad supermarket's clothing section.
Walking is the cheapest way; Siena's historic centre is compact and hilly. A single bus ticket costs €1.50 (from tabacchi or newsagents); a day pass is €4.50. From Florence Airport (FLR), take a shuttle bus to Florence's bus station then a Tiemme bus to Siena (total ~€20).
Eat a stand-up lunch at a bar rather than a sit-down restaurant. Buy pizza al taglio or a sandwich for lunch from a bakery. Fill a water bottle at the public fountains around town (free, safe drinking water).
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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 Appartamento
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: pharmacy · Farmacia Comunale — 892 m · ~11 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →En torno a
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.
Preguntas frecuentes
What are the best rooms at Appartamento?
Request a room on the third or fourth floor facing the internal courtyard rather than the street. These upper floors are quieter and get more natural light, away from the narrow alley traffic.
Which rooms should I avoid at Appartamento?
Avoid rooms on the first floor or anywhere overlooking the street — Via di Città or adjacent lanes get foot traffic and scooter noise from early morning until late evening.
Is Appartamento noisy?
Siena’s historic centre is pedestrianised only in parts — Via di Città sees scooters, delivery vans, and tour groups. Weekend nights bring bar-goers from the nearby Piazza del Campo. Morning church bells (around 7am) are unavoidable wherever you are.
Which rooms have the best views at Appartamento?
Ask for a room with a side view of the Duomo or the Torre del Mangia. Rooms on the courtyard side have no view but are much quieter. The flat-front rooms on upper levels see rooflines and the cityscape.
What are insider tips for staying at Appartamento?
1. If you arrive by car, use the Santa Caterina parking garage and walk 10 minutes — the hotel has no private parking. 2. Request a room on the fourth floor for the best balance of quiet and light; the lift stops there, so you won’t carry bags up stairs.
What time is check-in at Appartamento?
Check-in at Appartamento is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Appartamento have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout, speed up to 50 Mbps, no login required; no paid tiers
Is there a city or tourist tax at Appartamento?
€3.50 per person per night, up to 5 nights, children under 12 exempt
Where can I eat cheaply near Appartamento?
Pizza al taglio (by the slice) or a panino from a takeaway shop: €5-7.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Appartamento?
Walking is the cheapest way; Siena's historic centre is compact and hilly. A single bus ticket costs €1.50 (from tabacchi or newsagents); a day pass is €4.50. From Florence Airport (FLR), take a shuttle bus to Florence's bus station then a Tiemme bus to Siena (total ~€20).
When is the best time to visit Siena?
May and June offer warm weather (20-28°C) and long daylight hours, with fewer crowds than July. September is also excellent: harvest season, cooler days and the second Palio on 2 September.
Principales atracciones en 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.