🇮🇹 Siena, Italy
Siena Living Apartment
📍 Via Ambrogio Soldani, 12, 53100 Siena SI, Italy
Photo: official website
आपका रुकना — Siena Living Apartment
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संपत्ति — Siena Living Apartment
Siena Living Apartment is a compact, self-catering base in the heart of the historic centre, a few minutes’ walk from Piazza del Campo. It’s a converted apartment block with simple, modernised rooms and small kitchenettes – no lobby or reception beyond a keypad entry. Best for independent travellers who want to cook their own meals and be right in the core, without hotel fuss or a swimming pool. You’re paying for location and practicality, not luxury.
Siena का इतिहास
Siena was a proud 12th-century republic, rivalling Florence in banking and art, governed by its nine elected officials from the Palazzo Pubblico. The city’s Gothic core was largely built in the 1200s–1300s, with narrow alleys, brick towers and the shell-shaped Piazza del Campo as its centrepiece. The Black Death of 1348 halved the population and ended Siena’s golden age, leaving the city frozen in medieval form. Today it’s unesco-listed and best known for the twice-yearly Palio horse race, round the piazza’s cobbled ring since 1656. Modern Siena balances tourism with its deep-rooted contrade (neighbourhood societies) that still organise daily life.
यात्रा करने के लिए सबसे अच्छा समय
Siena की पूरी गाइड →सर्वश्रेष्ठ महीने
May, June, September – warm days (22–28°C), low rain, and the city is lively without July-August gridlock. Late June avoids the Palio’s main July 2 heatwave crowds.
पिक / फेस्टिवल Surge
July (Palio on 2 July) and August (Palio on 16 August) – hotels near the piazza book out months ahead, prices double or triple. The race draws 50,000+ spectators into the piazza, and buses reroute from the centre.
बजट कंधे के मौसम
April and October – daytime highs of 17–20°C, cheaper rooms (often 30–40% less than peak), and the city is quieter but still pleasant. Rain risk is higher but manageable with a jacket.
मौसम और पैकिंग
Siena sits on a hilltop, so summer evenings drop to around 15°C even after 30°C days – bring a light fleece or cardigan for dinner outdoors. Pack comfortable walking shoes: the city is steep, cobbled and car-free in the core.
Live City Briefing के बारे में जानें — Siena
- June 2026: The 2 July Palio is confirmed, with trial runs (provini) starting 20 June – expect horse parades, street dressing and evening drumming around the contrade. Book dinner tables early if you want to watch from a restaurant terrace on the piazza.
- Piazza del Mercato parking area (near Porta San Prospero) is closing for resurfacing from 1 June to 15 July – check for temporary park-and-ride at the Stadio (Stadio Comunale, 15 min walk uphill). City buses (line 8) now run every 15 minutes from outside Porta Romana to Piazza Gramsci.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Siena Living Apartment, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room at the rear of the first floor (away from Via Ambrogio Soldani) to reduce street noise. Avoid room numbers ending in 01-03 if those face the front.
Rooms to avoid
Do not take a room facing the street on the first floor — direct exposure to Via Ambrogio Soldani traffic and pedestrian noise. Also skip any rooms advertised as 'ground floor' (they don't exist here).
Best views
Likely a rear-facing room overlooking an internal courtyard or adjacent rooftops — quieter and more private. Street-facing rooms give views of the historic street but with traffic noise.
Quietest floors
First floor only (the entire property). No other floors available.
🔊 Noise notes
Via Ambrogio Soldani is a slender, cobbled lane in the historic centre. Expect foot traffic, scooter buzz, and occasional delivery vans until late evening. Weekend nightlife spills from nearby piazzas.
Insider tips
1) Park at Parcheggio Il Campo (€15/24h, 5 min walk) — book ahead in high season. No cheaper alternatives within 500m. 2) Climb the 15 steps with luggage; request a room at the back during booking to avoid street clatter.
- 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
होटल सुविधाएं — Siena Living Apartment
Free Wi-Fi (up to 30 Mbps, fair for browsing and streaming; no login required, password provided at check-in)
No lift. The apartment is on the first floor (no ground floor access) — stairs only, 15 steps
No complimentary newspapers; no digital newsstand. The building is a 19th-century townhouse with original terracotta floors and a stone staircase, no notable heritage quirks beyond the age
Check-in 15:00-20:00 (earlier arrival allowed from 10:00 for bag drop, subject to availability). Late check-in after 20:00 costs €20. Check-out by 10:30; late check-out until 13:00 costs €30 (subject to availability)
Free storage on arrival from 10:00 and after check-out until 18:00; no cost
No step-free access; main entrance has 2 steps up, then a flight of stairs. Not suitable for wheelchair users or those with mobility issues
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park: 'Parcheggio Il Campo' at Via del Capitano, 400m away, €15 per night (24h). No EV charging on site or nearby
शुल्क, कर और जमा
City / tourist tax: €2.00 per person per night (up to 5 nights, children under 12 exempt)
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment via credit card at booking; €50 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary के आस-पास
- Church: San Bernardo Tolomei (522 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa di Sant'Ansano a Marciano (527 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa di San Benedetto (759 m · ~9 min walk)
- Church: Maria Regina (1.0 km · ~13 min walk)
स्थानीय जीवनशैली और मनोरंजन
Galleria PortaSiena — 1.7 km · ~22 min walk
Parco Iris Origo — 384 m · ~5 min walk
Siena Vaccine Science Centre — 252 m · ~3 min walk
Children's House Ludoteca Siena — 951 m · ~12 min walk
5 मिनट की रोशनी
ATM Monte dei Paschi di Siena — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Vigni — 97 m · ~1 min walk
MondoMangione — 723 m · ~9 min walk
Siena — 1.7 km · ~21 min walk
पैसे और मुद्रा
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.
एक बजट पर भोजन, खरीदारी और यात्रा
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.
जानने के लिए अच्छा — Siena
Type C/F/L · 230V
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$1 ≈ €0.88 · EUR
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 Siena Living Apartment
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · ATM Monte dei Paschi di Siena — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk — pharmacy · Vigni — 97 m · ~1 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →चारों ओर
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.
अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले प्रश्न
What are the best rooms at Siena Living Apartment?
Request a room at the rear of the first floor (away from Via Ambrogio Soldani) to reduce street noise. Avoid room numbers ending in 01-03 if those face the front.
Which rooms should I avoid at Siena Living Apartment?
Do not take a room facing the street on the first floor — direct exposure to Via Ambrogio Soldani traffic and pedestrian noise. Also skip any rooms advertised as 'ground floor' (they don't exist here).
Is Siena Living Apartment noisy?
Via Ambrogio Soldani is a slender, cobbled lane in the historic centre. Expect foot traffic, scooter buzz, and occasional delivery vans until late evening. Weekend nightlife spills from nearby piazzas.
Which rooms have the best views at Siena Living Apartment?
Likely a rear-facing room overlooking an internal courtyard or adjacent rooftops — quieter and more private. Street-facing rooms give views of the historic street but with traffic noise.
What are insider tips for staying at Siena Living Apartment?
1) Park at Parcheggio Il Campo (€15/24h, 5 min walk) — book ahead in high season. No cheaper alternatives within 500m. 2) Climb the 15 steps with luggage; request a room at the back during booking to avoid street clatter.
What time is check-in at Siena Living Apartment?
Check-in at Siena Living Apartment is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Siena Living Apartment have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi (up to 30 Mbps, fair for browsing and streaming; no login required, password provided at check-in)
Is there a city or tourist tax at Siena Living Apartment?
€2.00 per person per night (up to 5 nights, children under 12 exempt)
Where can I eat cheaply near Siena Living Apartment?
Pizza al taglio or a panino from a takeaway: €5–8.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Siena Living Apartment?
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), low rain, and the city is lively without July-August gridlock. Late June avoids the Palio’s main July 2 heatwave crowds.
Siena के शीर्ष आकर्षण
💡 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.