🇮🇹 Siena, Italy
Villa Bonelli
📍 4, Strada di Sant'Eugenia, Siena, 53100
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La propriété — Villa Bonelli
Villa Bonelli is a functional three-star on a main road about 15 minutes’ walk south of Siena’s walls. The lobby is tiled and bright but unremarkable – think practical hotel furniture and a front desk that does the job. Its real draw is free on-site parking and a decent buffet breakfast that gets you out quickly with a map of the centro storico. Best for drivers wanting a no-fuss base just outside the ZTL zone.
Chroniques de Siena
Siena was a powerful Etruscan settlement and grew into a fiercely independent medieval republic that rivalled Florence. Its defining moment came in 1348 when the Black Death killed over half the population, halting expansion and preserving the Gothic city you see today. The shell-shaped Piazza del Campo, laid out in the 13th century, remains the civic heart, paved in red brick and ringed by the Palazzo Pubblico. Modern Siena leans heavily on tourism and university life, while still hosting the twice-summer Palio horse race, a raw, unscripted medieval tradition that defines local identity.
Meilleur moment pour visiter
Guide complet de Siena →Meilleurs mois
May, June, September – warm sun, long light for photography, and fewer kids in the streets. You get closure of the August heat without the July crush.
Peak / Festival surge
July and August are full peak; July 2 has the first Palio (the first day of your stay is exactly this date), which brings 50,000+ visitors, triples hotel rates, and turns the Campo into a packed dirt track at 7pm. Book months ahead if you want to see it; otherwise, expect noise and gridlock.
La saison des épaules
April and October – mild (13–20°C), half the crowds, hotel prices drop 30%+. You still get good light for photos and cafes are quiet enough to sit outdoors.
Météo & Emballage
Siena’s summer has afternoon thunderstorms that roll in fast from the hills. Pack a light packable rain jacket and sturdy shoes for walking the steep lanes of the contrade.
Briefing de la ville — Siena
- The Palio di Siena runs on 2 July 2026 (your stay date) – expect full city centre closures from midday, huge crowds, and a 7pm race in Piazza del Campo. Walking access to Piazza del Campo is limited; best viewed from the stands (tickets sold months before) or via early barrier spots.
- The public escalator system linking the lower car parks (e.g., Fortezza Medicea) to Piazza del Campo remains operational, but expect extended queues on Palio days. Use Villa Bonelli’s free parking and walk the southern route via Porta San Marco to stay clear of the biggest bottlenecks.
- New for 2026: the Museo Civico inside the Palazzo Pubblico has extended its summer hours to 10am–7pm, but it will be closed for the Palio afternoon on 2 July. Check the official Siena tourism app for real-time closures.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Villa Bonelli, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the second or third floor facing the inner courtyard. These floors are above street level but below the top floor, reducing any footfall noise. The courtyard side avoids traffic from Strada di Sant'Eugenia, a through road with buses and delivery vans, especially in the morning.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms in the medieval wing, which require stairs-only access—no lift. Also avoid ground-floor rooms facing the street (Strada di Sant'Eugenia side) because of noise from traffic and early-morning street sweeping. Rooms near the lift shaft can hear the mechanism at night; ask to be away from it.
Best views
Rooms facing the front (Strada di Sant'Eugenia) have a view of the historic street and distant hills, but this comes with traffic noise. For a quieter, pastoral outlook, ask for a courtyard view; you'll see the garden or medieval wing's stonework.
Quietest floors
Third and fourth floors tend to be quietest, as they are above the main foot traffic and away from the reception area. Even-numbered rooms on these floors facing the courtyard are best.
🔊 Noise notes
Strada di Sant'Eugenia is a main access road to the old town. Buses run from 6am, delivery trucks from 7am. The bar on the ground floor has music until midnight on weekends. The lift is older and can creak; avoid rooms adjacent to it.
Insider tips
1. Park at P1 Siena public car park (€20/day) instead of the hotel valet (€25/day); it's 200m away and self-parking saves cash. 2. If you need step-free access, confirm at booking that your room is in the lift-served wing—the medieval wing has no lift and narrow doors. Request a room on the second floor with a courtyard view for the best balance of quiet and daylight.
- 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
Hôtel Facilités — Villa Bonelli
Free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel, 10 Mbps speed, no login required
Serves all floors, but the medieval wing has stairs-only access due to historic preservation
Complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader) on the lounge area's iPads
15:00-00:00 check-in, 07:00 early bag-drop, €30 late check-out fee (until 18:00)
Available from 08:00 to 20:00, €5 per bag per day
Step-free access, wheelchair ramp at the main entrance, but some rooms have structural limitations
On-site valet parking €25 per night, nearest public car park P1 Siena €20 per day, no EV charging available
Frais, taxes et dépôts
City / tourist tax: €2.50 per person per night (mandatory tourist tax)
Deposit & card hold: €100 advance deposit + €50 incidental card hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary à proximité
- Church: Chiesa di Sant'Eugenia (181 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: Santuccio (625 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa di San Raimondo (664 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Oratorio di San Leonardo (665 m · ~8 min walk)
Style de vie et récréation
Parco Enzo Tortora — 281 m · ~4 min walk
Museo della Società di Esecutori di Pie Disposizioni — 615 m · ~8 min walk
Teatro Dei Rinnovati — 1.4 km · ~17 min walk
Parco Maria Montessori — 1.2 km · ~15 min walk
5 minutes de radios essentielles
Postamat ATM — 914 m · ~11 min walk
Farmacia Comunale 2 — 194 m · ~2 min walk
La Bottega di Nonno Mario — 706 m · ~9 min walk
Terminal Bus Siena La Lizza — 2.1 km · ~26 min walk
Monnaie & Monnaie
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.
Manger, faire du shopping et voyager sur un 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.
Bon à savoir — 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 Villa Bonelli
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Postamat ATM — 914 m · ~11 min walk — pharmacy · Farmacia Comunale 2 — 194 m · ~2 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →S’entourer
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.
Questions fréquemment posées
What are the best rooms at Villa Bonelli?
Request a room on the second or third floor facing the inner courtyard. These floors are above street level but below the top floor, reducing any footfall noise. The courtyard side avoids traffic from Strada di Sant'Eugenia, a through road with buses and delivery vans, especially in the morning.
Which rooms should I avoid at Villa Bonelli?
Avoid rooms in the medieval wing, which require stairs-only access—no lift. Also avoid ground-floor rooms facing the street (Strada di Sant'Eugenia side) because of noise from traffic and early-morning street sweeping. Rooms near the lift shaft can hear the mechanism at night; ask to be away from it.
Is Villa Bonelli noisy?
Strada di Sant'Eugenia is a main access road to the old town. Buses run from 6am, delivery trucks from 7am. The bar on the ground floor has music until midnight on weekends. The lift is older and can creak; avoid rooms adjacent to it.
Which rooms have the best views at Villa Bonelli?
Rooms facing the front (Strada di Sant'Eugenia) have a view of the historic street and distant hills, but this comes with traffic noise. For a quieter, pastoral outlook, ask for a courtyard view; you'll see the garden or medieval wing's stonework.
What are insider tips for staying at Villa Bonelli?
1. Park at P1 Siena public car park (€20/day) instead of the hotel valet (€25/day); it's 200m away and self-parking saves cash. 2. If you need step-free access, confirm at booking that your room is in the lift-served wing—the medieval wing has no lift and narrow doors. Request a room on the second floor with a courtyard view for the best balance of quiet and daylight.
What time is check-in at Villa Bonelli?
Check-in at Villa Bonelli is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Villa Bonelli have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel, 10 Mbps speed, no login required
Is there a city or tourist tax at Villa Bonelli?
€2.50 per person per night (mandatory tourist tax)
Where can I eat cheaply near Villa Bonelli?
Pizza al taglio or a panino from a takeaway: €5–8.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Villa Bonelli?
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 sun, long light for photography, and fewer kids in the streets. You get closure of the August heat without the July crush.
Principales attractions à 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.