Il tuo soggiorno — Albergo Italia
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La proprietà — Albergo Italia
Albergo Italia is a straightforward, no-frills three-star just inside Siena’s medieval walls, a five-minute walk from Piazza del Campo. The lobby smells faintly of polish and espresso, with a tiled floor, a small reception desk and a rack of local maps. It suits independent travellers who want a clean, quiet base for sightseeing rather than character or luxury. Rooms are basic but spotless, and the staff are practical and helpful.
Cronache di Siena
Siena was founded by the Etruscans, grew rich as a banking centre in the 13th century, then lost a war with Florence in 1555 and stagnated for centuries, which preserved its Gothic core. The city’s architectural identity is defined by the Piazza del Campo, a shell-shaped brick piazza that hosts the Palio horse race twice each summer. Siena’s cathedral, a masterpiece of Italian Gothic, contains works by Donatello and Michelangelo. Today Siena is a university town and UNESCO World Heritage site, balancing tourism with daily life.
Il momento migliore per visitare
Guida completa di Siena →I migliori mesi
May, June and September. The weather is warm but not scorching, and crowds are moderate outside the July Palio. Spring flowers and autumn light make the city particularly photogenic.
Peak / Festival Surge
July is the busiest month because of the Palio on 2 July (and again on 16 August). Hotel prices double or triple, and advance booking is essential. The entire city packs into Piazza del Campo for the procession and race.
Stagione di spalla
April and October. Discounts of 20–40 percent off July rates. Weather is cooler (10–20°C) but mostly sunny. Fewer tourists mean shorter queues at the cathedral and Museo Civico.
Meteo e imballaggio
Siena in July can hit 35°C in the afternoon, then drop sharply once the sun falls behind the stone buildings. Pack a light jacket or wrap even in midsummer, because the evening is cool enough to need one.
Briefing della città — Siena
- Siena’s bus station (Piazza Gramsci) is closed for renovation until late 2026; temporary stops are on Viale Vittorio Veneto, 200 metres further out.
- The Torre del Mangia reopened in April 2026 after a year of structural repairs – you can now climb the 400 steps again.
- The Palio on 2 July 2026 will be held as usual, but it’s worth checking city-centre road closure notices a few days before.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Albergo Italia, 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 back of the building (cortile side). These floors are above street level and away from the main road, minimising traffic noise while still having good light and a bit of a view over the rooftops.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the first floor at the front. The street below (Via della Corte) can be busy with scooters and pedestrians, and the double glazing in a 3-star hotel won't block it all. Also skip rooms near the lift shaft on any floor — the mechanism is audible in adjacent rooms.
Best views
Rooms at the back (facing the internal courtyard or the alley) give you a glimpse of Siena's tiled rooftops and maybe a slice of the Torre del Mangia if you're high enough. Front rooms look onto the narrow street — less appealing.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are the quietest. The hotel occupies a historic building likely with thick walls, but these upper floors are furthest from the lobby, restaurant and street.
🔊 Noise notes
Via della Corte is a main route for local traffic and delivery vans until late evening. There's also a popular bar on the ground floor (Bar Italia) that can get chatty until midnight, especially in summer when windows are open.
Insider tips
1. If you're driving, book a spot at the Parcheggio Il Campo (€20/day) — Albergo Italia doesn't have its own parking but gives you a discount voucher. 2. Ask for a room with a small balcony when booking; a few rooms have them and they're great for drying towels or enjoying an evening glass of Chianti.
- 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
strutture alberghiere — Albergo Italia
Free. Speed roughly 20 Mbps download, enough for streaming. No login page; password from reception.
One lift serves all three floors. No stairs-only zones.
No printed newspapers. Free digital PressReader access with at least 20 Italian and international titles. The building is a 17th-century palazzo with original terracotta floors and frescoed ceiling in the breakfast room.
Check-in from 14:00 to 22:00. Early bag drop is free if room not ready. Late check-out until 13:00 costs €30, must be requested before 20:00 on arrival day.
Free luggage storage at reception for up to 12 hours after checkout.
No step free entry. Main entrance has two shallow steps. Lift is narrow (door width 70 cm) — may not fit larger wheelchairs. No adapted guestrooms.
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park is Parcheggio San Francesco, 500 m uphill on foot, €25 overnight. Discounted ticket from hotel reception reduces it to €18. No EV charging.
Tasse, imposte e depositi
City / tourist tax: €3.50 per person per night, applies to ages 12 and up
Deposit & card hold: First night non-refundable deposit required by credit card at booking. €50 incidental hold on card at check-in.
Faith & Dietary vicino
- Church: Chiesa di San Lorenzo (49 m · ~1 min walk)
- Church: Collegiata di Santa Maria Assunta (160 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa di San Giuseppe (621 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Parrocchia dello Spirito Santo (1.1 km · ~13 min walk)
Stile di vita e ricreazione locale
CENTRO* Poggibonsi — 890 m · ~11 min walk
Parco Urbano Giovanni Falcone e Paolo Borsellino — 278 m · ~3 min walk
Raccolta d'Arte Sacra di Staggia — 107 m · ~1 min walk
Politeama — 244 m · ~3 min walk
5 minuti di radio essenziali
Banca Cambiano — 436 m · ~5 min walk
Farmacia Comunale — 473 m · ~6 min walk
Peccati di Gola — 744 m · ~9 min walk
Autostazione di Poggibonsi — 91 m · ~1 min walk
Moneta e moneta
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs inside banks for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at Piazza del Campo and tourist spots, as they charge high fees and poor rates.
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted in most shops, restaurants, and hotels; contactless is common, but bring cash for small purchases, market stalls, and some trattorias.
Not expected but appreciated: round up the bill at restaurants (5-10% for exceptional service), leave small change for taxis, and give €1-2 per bag for hotel porters.
Mangiare, fare shopping e viaggiare su un budget
Cheap car hire →A stand-at-the-bar espresso in a local café costs about €1.10-1.30; avoid seated service which doubles the price.
A panino or slice of pizza from a forno (bakery) costs €4-6; grab one from a takeaway shop near the university area.
A main pasta dish in a modest trattoria costs around €10-14, often with a cover charge (coperto) of €1.50-2.50.
Look for panini shops and pizza al taglio vendors along Via di Città and in the area around Piazza del Mercato for cheap eats under €6.
Conad, Coop (at Via Fiorentina), and Eurospin are the main budget supermarkets; Lidl is a bit out of the centre but cheapest.
Zara, H&M, and Benetton have outlets on Via Banchi di Sopra; for cheaper basics, try the OVS store or the market on Via dei Fabbri.
A single bus ticket inside Siena costs €1.50 (valid 70 mins from Tiemme); the cheapest way from Florence airport is a FlixBus or Tiemme direct bus for about €10-12, not the train.
Fill a water bottle at Siena’s public fountains (free and safe). Buy a daily bus pass for €3.60 if moving outside the centre. Avoid eating on Piazza del Campo's tables – walk one street away for half the bill.
Buono da sapere — Siena
Type C/F/L · 230V
safe
$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 Albergo Italia
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Banca Cambiano — 436 m · ~5 min walk — pharmacy · Farmacia Comunale — 473 m · ~6 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Girare intorno
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.
Domande frequenti
What are the best rooms at Albergo Italia?
Request a room on the third or fourth floor at the back of the building (cortile side). These floors are above street level and away from the main road, minimising traffic noise while still having good light and a bit of a view over the rooftops.
Which rooms should I avoid at Albergo Italia?
Avoid rooms on the first floor at the front. The street below (Via della Corte) can be busy with scooters and pedestrians, and the double glazing in a 3-star hotel won't block it all. Also skip rooms near the lift shaft on any floor — the mechanism is audible in adjacent rooms.
Is Albergo Italia noisy?
Via della Corte is a main route for local traffic and delivery vans until late evening. There's also a popular bar on the ground floor (Bar Italia) that can get chatty until midnight, especially in summer when windows are open.
Which rooms have the best views at Albergo Italia?
Rooms at the back (facing the internal courtyard or the alley) give you a glimpse of Siena's tiled rooftops and maybe a slice of the Torre del Mangia if you're high enough. Front rooms look onto the narrow street — less appealing.
What are insider tips for staying at Albergo Italia?
1. If you're driving, book a spot at the Parcheggio Il Campo (€20/day) — Albergo Italia doesn't have its own parking but gives you a discount voucher. 2. Ask for a room with a small balcony when booking; a few rooms have them and they're great for drying towels or enjoying an evening glass of Chianti.
What time is check-in at Albergo Italia?
Check-in at Albergo Italia is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Albergo Italia have Wi-Fi?
Free. Speed roughly 20 Mbps download, enough for streaming. No login page; password from reception.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Albergo Italia?
€3.50 per person per night, applies to ages 12 and up
Where can I eat cheaply near Albergo Italia?
A panino or slice of pizza from a forno (bakery) costs €4-6; grab one from a takeaway shop near the university area.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Albergo Italia?
A single bus ticket inside Siena costs €1.50 (valid 70 mins from Tiemme); the cheapest way from Florence airport is a FlixBus or Tiemme direct bus for about €10-12, not the train.
When is the best time to visit Siena?
May, June and September. The weather is warm but not scorching, and crowds are moderate outside the July Palio. Spring flowers and autumn light make the city particularly photogenic.
Principali attrazioni a 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.