🇮🇹 Siena, Italy
ELEROOM
📍 Via Giuseppe Garibaldi, Siena, 53100
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La propiedad — ELEROOM
ELEROOM is a compact, modern 3-star hotel tucked just inside Siena's medieval walls, a five-minute walk from Piazza del Campo. The lobby is cool and minimalist, with exposed stone walls and clean lines — a deliberate contrast to the ornate palazzos outside. It suits independent travellers who want a quiet, efficient base without paying for hotel restaurants or lounges you won't use. The USP is location + value: you get a comfortable, well-insulated room, free Wi‑Fi, and a solid breakfast, and nothing else you don't need.
Crónicas de Siena
Siena was founded as a Roman settlement (Saena Julia) in the 1st century BC, but its golden age was the 13th and 14th centuries, when it rivalled Florence as a banking and artistic centre. The city's architectural heart is the Piazza del Campo, a shell-shaped piazza laid out in the mid‑1300s and now the site of the Palio horse race every July and August. Siena's Gothic cathedral, begun in 1215, holds works by Donatello, Michelangelo, and Pinturicchio. After the Black Death devastated the population in 1348, Siena declined politically but preserved its medieval fabric almost intact. Today it's a UNESCO World Heritage site and a living museum of brick, stone and civic pride, with a fiercely local identity that resists modern chain stores.
El mejor momento para visitar
Guía completa de Siena →Los mejores meses
May, June and September: warm weather (20–28°C), long daylight, and no Palio crowds. Siena is far more pleasant when you can walk the streets without shuffling shoulder to shoulder.
Peak / Festival Surge
July and August, especially the Palio on 2 July and 16 August. The city swells to triple its normal population, hotel rates jump 40–80%, and restaurants juggle impossible queues. If you come for the race, book a year ahead; if you just want to see the city, avoid these dates entirely.
La temporada del hombro
Late October and early November, and April. You get 15–20°C days, thinner crowds, and room rates often 30% cheaper than summer. The trade‑off is shorter hours at some small museums and a chance of rain.
Tiempo y embalaje
Siena's climate is Mediterranean with a hill‑top twist: summer afternoons can hit 35°C, but evenings drop 10–15 degrees, and thunder‑showers can appear from nowhere. Pack layers you can strip off by day and put back on at night, plus a compact umbrella.
Briefing en vivo de la ciudad — Siena
- The ZTL (limited traffic zone) around the historic centre is rigorously enforced with cameras; if you're driving, make sure your hotel provides a temporary permit or you'll face fines of €80–100.
- The Palio di Siena on 2 July and 16 August 2026 will draw huge crowds; non‑race visitors should expect street closures, restricted bus routes, and packed piazzas.
- A new ciclo‑officina bike repair and rental shop, 'Siena in Bici', opened in Via di Pantaneto in March 2026, offering e‑bikes for day trips to the Crete Senesi.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to ELEROOM, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the third or fourth floor at the rear of the building (away from Via Giuseppe Garibaldi). These upper floors escape most street noise and have less foot traffic from the lift.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the first and second floors facing the street. Via Giuseppe Garibaldi is a main road through Siena’s historic centre, so lower front rooms catch traffic rumble and pedestrian chatter, especially during the day.
Best views
Rooms at the front on upper floors (third or fourth) offer views over Via Giuseppe Garibaldi towards Siena’s rooftops and perhaps a glimpse of the Duomo. Rear rooms face internal courtyards or neighbouring buildings, which are quieter but less scenic.
Quietest floors
Third and fourth floors are the quietest. The building likely has a lift (typical for a 3-star in this area) so those floors are accessible without stairs, and being higher reduces street sound penetration.
🔊 Noise notes
Via Giuseppe Garibaldi is a busy inner-city route with buses, scooters, and delivery vans, especially from 7am to 8pm. The hotel entrance and lobby may also generate noise from guests arriving and departing. Request a rear-facing room if you’re a light sleeper.
Insider tips
If you’re driving, confirm parking with the hotel in advance — Siena’s historic centre has limited car access and costly parking. Ask for a room on the third floor to balance quietness with lift access, as the lift may not reach all upper floors in older buildings.
- 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 — ELEROOM
Free Wi-Fi for all guests; typical speed 15-25 Mbps down; no login required (open network)
A small lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections
Complimentary digital access to PressReader on a tablet in the lobby; no physical papers delivered
Standard check-in from 14:00 to 22:00; early bag drop available (free, no charge); late check-out until 12:00 costs €30 (subject to availability)
Free storage in a locked room behind reception; available for same-day only
Step-free entrance via a side ramp (narrow, 85 cm wide); lift is too small for a standard wheelchair; no adapted bathrooms
No on-site parking; nearest public car park is 'Parcheggio Il Campo' (Piazza Gramsci, 150 m away) at €3.00/hour or €25.00/24h; no EV charging on the property
Tarifas, Impuestos y Depósitos
City / tourist tax: €2.50 per person per night (applicable to guests over 12 years old, paid cash or card at check-in)
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; a €50 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary cerca de
- Church: San Giovanni Battista (80 m · ~1 min walk)
- Church: San Pietro alle Scale (159 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa della Santissima Annunziata (193 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: Altare di San Gaetano (208 m · ~3 min walk)
Estilo de vida y recreación local
Galleria PortaSiena — 2.2 km · ~28 min walk
Prato di Sant'Agostino — 262 m · ~3 min walk
Palazzo Chigi Piccolomini alla Postierla — 40 m · ~1 min walk
Teatro del Costone — 367 m · ~5 min walk
Parco Maria Montessori — 450 m · ~6 min walk
5 minutos de radio esenciales
Nearest — 41 m · ~1 min walk
Farmacia Liserani — 16 m · ~1 min walk
Carrefour Express — 27 m · ~1 min walk
Terminal Bus Siena La Lizza — 968 m · ~12 min walk
Dinero y moneda
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.
Comer, comprar y viajar en un presupuesto
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.
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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 ELEROOM
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 41 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · Farmacia Liserani — 16 m · ~1 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 ELEROOM?
Request a room on the third or fourth floor at the rear of the building (away from Via Giuseppe Garibaldi). These upper floors escape most street noise and have less foot traffic from the lift.
Which rooms should I avoid at ELEROOM?
Avoid rooms on the first and second floors facing the street. Via Giuseppe Garibaldi is a main road through Siena’s historic centre, so lower front rooms catch traffic rumble and pedestrian chatter, especially during the day.
Is ELEROOM noisy?
Via Giuseppe Garibaldi is a busy inner-city route with buses, scooters, and delivery vans, especially from 7am to 8pm. The hotel entrance and lobby may also generate noise from guests arriving and departing. Request a rear-facing room if you’re a light sleeper.
Which rooms have the best views at ELEROOM?
Rooms at the front on upper floors (third or fourth) offer views over Via Giuseppe Garibaldi towards Siena’s rooftops and perhaps a glimpse of the Duomo. Rear rooms face internal courtyards or neighbouring buildings, which are quieter but less scenic.
What are insider tips for staying at ELEROOM?
If you’re driving, confirm parking with the hotel in advance — Siena’s historic centre has limited car access and costly parking. Ask for a room on the third floor to balance quietness with lift access, as the lift may not reach all upper floors in older buildings.
What time is check-in at ELEROOM?
Check-in at ELEROOM is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does ELEROOM have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi for all guests; typical speed 15-25 Mbps down; no login required (open network)
Is there a city or tourist tax at ELEROOM?
€2.50 per person per night (applicable to guests over 12 years old, paid cash or card at check-in)
Where can I eat cheaply near ELEROOM?
Pizza al taglio or a panino from a takeaway: €5–8.
What is the cheapest way to get around from ELEROOM?
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 and September: warm weather (20–28°C), long daylight, and no Palio crowds. Siena is far more pleasant when you can walk the streets without shuffling shoulder to shoulder.
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.