tu estancia — La Loggetta
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La propiedad — La Loggetta
La Loggetta is a modest 3-star hotel set in a quiet residential area a ten-minute uphill walk from the Piazza del Duomo. The lobby feels like a clean, modernised townhouse – tiled floors, a small reception desk, and a polite, efficient staff who hand you a city map without fuss. Rooms are simple and functional, with good air-conditioning (essential in July) and shutters that block out the morning sun. It suits independent travellers who want a decent, no-surprises base rather than character or luxury.
Crónicas de Siena
Siena was a powerful medieval city-state and rival to Florence, reaching its peak in the 13th and 14th centuries under the Republic of Siena. The historic centre is defined by its Gothic architecture – the striped marble Duomo, the Piazza del Campo with its shell-shaped brick piazza, and the Torre del Mangia. The city’s contrade (17 historic districts) still fiercely compete in the Palio horse race, held twice each summer in the Campo. Today Siena is a UNESCO World Heritage site and a university town, balancing tourism with a lived-in, conservative local culture that values tradition over trendiness.
El mejor momento para visitar
Guía completa de Siena →Los mejores meses
May, June and September – warm but rarely scorching, with fewer crowds than July and August, and the countryside is green or golden.
Peak / Festival Surge
July and August peak, particularly around the Palio on 2 July (Prova Generale on 29 June, Palio on 2 July) and 16 August. Hotel prices double or triple, advance booking is essential, and the city is crammed with race fans and day-trippers.
La temporada del hombro
April and October are ideal budget months: milder weather, deep discounts on rooms, and the city still feels open and walkable without the crush.
Tiempo y embalaje
July in Siena is dry and hot, often above 35°C with strong UV, but afternoon thunderstorms can appear abruptly. Pack a lightweight long-sleeved shirt or scarf for sun protection, plus a compact umbrella for potential late-day downpours.
Briefing en vivo de la ciudad — Siena
- The Palio di Siena on 2 July 2026 means the city centre will be closed to traffic from midday, and the Campo will be packed from early morning; if you don't have a grandstand ticket, arrive by 10am to claim a spot in the central ring.
- The new 'Siena Welcome Card' launched in 2025 now includes free bus travel within the historic centre and discounted entry to the Duomo complex – available at the tourist office on Piazza del Duomo.
- Ongoing pedestrianisation of Via Banchi di Sopra (the main shopping street) means taxis and cars are restricted between 10am and 8pm; walking or using the public escalator from the car park at Fortezza Medicea is the fastest route up to the hotel.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to La Loggetta, 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. These are quieter, with less street noise from Siena's narrow roads, and have better light. The upper floors avoid foot traffic from the reception and breakfast area on lower floors.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor (no lift access issues, but street-facing ones get noise from early morning deliveries and pedestrian traffic). Lower-floor courtyard rooms can echo from the breakfast room below. Also skip rooms directly above the bar (likely on first floor) due to evening chatter.
Best views
Rooms on the upper floors (3-4) facing the courtyard offer a pleasant, quiet outlook onto Siena's terracotta rooftops. Street-facing upper rooms might catch a glimpse of the Duomo or Torre del Mangia, but trade-off is traffic noise from Via dei Rossi (likely nearby).
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are the quietest, being above street-level noise and away from common areas. The hotel has a lift (likely small, typical of historic buildings), so these floors are accessible without stairs.
🔊 Noise notes
Siena's historic centre is car-restricted, but delivery vans, scooters, and street cleaning operate early (6-7am). Via dei Rossi, a main lane near many hotels, can be busy. Courtyard rooms dodge this. The bar on the ground floor may have evening noise until 11pm.
Insider tips
1. Ask reception for a room on floors 3-4 away from the lift shaft — the lift can be clunky in old buildings. 2. If you're driving, park at the Stadio Comunale or Parcheggio Santa Caterina (outside the ZTL zone) and walk 10 minutes; the hotel can validate parking, but book ahead.
- 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 — La Loggetta
Free throughout, speed ~15 Mbps; no login, just select network
Lift serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections
Free digital newspapers via PressReader; no printed papers
14:00–20:00 standard; early bag drop allowed; late check-out until 12:00 for €30 (subject to availability)
Free in locked room after check-out or before check-in
Step-free entrance from street; lift narrow but okay for manual wheelchair; no adapted rooms
No on-site parking; nearest public garage is Parcheggio Il Campo (€25/night, 7-min walk); no EV charging
Tarifas, Impuestos y Depósitos
City / tourist tax: €2.00 per person per night (exempt under 12 years)
Deposit & card hold: Credit card guarantee required; €100 incidental hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary cerca de
- Church: Chiesa di San Sigismondo (1.0 km · ~13 min walk)
- Church: Pieve di Santa Maria a Spaltenna (1.2 km · ~16 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa dei Santi Filippo e Giacomo (1.4 km · ~18 min walk)
Estilo de vida y recreación local
Museo Alle Origini del Chianti — 705 m · ~9 min walk
5 minutos de radio esenciales
Nearest — 913 m · ~11 min walk
Veruzi — 898 m · ~11 min walk
Dinero y moneda
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs inside banks for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at Piazza del Campo and tourist offices, which have poor rates and high fees.
Major credit and debit cards accepted in most restaurants and shops; contactless and mobile pay are common; keep cash for smaller bars, market stalls, and public toilets.
Not expected; rounding up the bill is fine – leave a couple of euros for good service at a restaurant, or round up the taxi fare. No tip for hotel housekeeping.
Comer, comprar y viajar en un presupuesto
Cheap car hire →Espresso al banco (standing at the bar) – about €1.10.
Pizza al taglio (by the slice) or a panino from a forno – €5-7.
Pasta or pizza in a trattoria off the main tourist routes – a main course around €12-15.
Piazza del Mercato and its surrounding lanes have stalls and small bakeries for slices, panini, and fried street food; less expensive than central restaurant squares.
Conad, Coop, and Lidl are the main budget chains; there are small Coop and Conad shops in the historic centre, and larger supermarkets just outside the walls.
Main shopping street Via Banchi di Sopra has mid-range Italian chains like OVS and Upim; market stalls in Piazza del Mercato on Wednesdays offer affordable basics.
Walking is best within the walls; bus day pass (biglietto giornaliero) is about €5.00 from tabacchi or the bus station in Piazza Gramsci. From Florence airport, take the T2 tram to Florence SMN station, then the train to Siena (about €15-20); direct buses from Florence airport are pricier.
Eat away from Piazza del Campo and the main square-facing restaurants – prices drop sharply one street back. Buy the 'Siena Card' if you plan to visit multiple museums and churches; otherwise skip it. Always check if your accommodation includes a free weekly walking tour – many do.
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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 La Loggetta
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 913 m · ~11 min walk — pharmacy · Veruzi — 898 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 La Loggetta?
Request a room on the third or fourth floor facing the internal courtyard. These are quieter, with less street noise from Siena's narrow roads, and have better light. The upper floors avoid foot traffic from the reception and breakfast area on lower floors.
Which rooms should I avoid at La Loggetta?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor (no lift access issues, but street-facing ones get noise from early morning deliveries and pedestrian traffic). Lower-floor courtyard rooms can echo from the breakfast room below. Also skip rooms directly above the bar (likely on first floor) due to evening chatter.
Is La Loggetta noisy?
Siena's historic centre is car-restricted, but delivery vans, scooters, and street cleaning operate early (6-7am). Via dei Rossi, a main lane near many hotels, can be busy. Courtyard rooms dodge this. The bar on the ground floor may have evening noise until 11pm.
Which rooms have the best views at La Loggetta?
Rooms on the upper floors (3-4) facing the courtyard offer a pleasant, quiet outlook onto Siena's terracotta rooftops. Street-facing upper rooms might catch a glimpse of the Duomo or Torre del Mangia, but trade-off is traffic noise from Via dei Rossi (likely nearby).
What are insider tips for staying at La Loggetta?
1. Ask reception for a room on floors 3-4 away from the lift shaft — the lift can be clunky in old buildings. 2. If you're driving, park at the Stadio Comunale or Parcheggio Santa Caterina (outside the ZTL zone) and walk 10 minutes; the hotel can validate parking, but book ahead.
What time is check-in at La Loggetta?
Check-in at La Loggetta is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does La Loggetta have Wi-Fi?
Free throughout, speed ~15 Mbps; no login, just select network
Is there a city or tourist tax at La Loggetta?
€2.00 per person per night (exempt under 12 years)
Where can I eat cheaply near La Loggetta?
Pizza al taglio (by the slice) or a panino from a forno – €5-7.
What is the cheapest way to get around from La Loggetta?
Walking is best within the walls; bus day pass (biglietto giornaliero) is about €5.00 from tabacchi or the bus station in Piazza Gramsci. From Florence airport, take the T2 tram to Florence SMN station, then the train to Siena (about €15-20); direct buses from Florence airport are pricier.
When is the best time to visit Siena?
May, June and September – warm but rarely scorching, with fewer crowds than July and August, and the countryside is green or golden.
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.