🇮🇹 Siena, Italy
Baroncelli 10
📍 10, Via dei Baroncelli, Siena, 53100
Il tuo soggiorno — Baroncelli 10
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La proprietà — Baroncelli 10
Baroncelli 10 is a compact 3-star set inside a medieval palazzo on a quiet lane just off Piazza del Campo. The small lobby feels more like a well-kept private house than a hotel, with cool stone floors, wooden beams and a polite, understated reception. It suits independent travellers who want clean, basic rooms in the absolute centre of Siena without paying for frills. No restaurant, no bar, no gym – just a solid base to drop your bag before heading out into the city.
Cronache di Siena
Siena was founded as a Roman settlement called Saena Julia, but its real wealth came from medieval banking and the wool trade. The city’s Gothic architecture – brick palaces, the striped Duomo and the shell-shaped Piazza del Campo – was largely built between 1150 and 1350, when Siena was a fierce rival of Florence. The Black Death of 1348 ended Siena’s golden age, freezing its urban plan, which is why the narrow, hilly streets remain medieval. Today Siena is a Unesco World Heritage site, famous both for its preserved cityscape and for the Palio, a bareback horse race run around the piazza twice every summer.
Il momento migliore per visitare
Guida completa di Siena →I migliori mesi
May and September. May offers long, warm days, spring flowers and moderate tourist numbers before the summer crush. September has almost the same settled weather as July but with half the visitors.
Peak / Festival Surge
July and August, especially the weeks around the Palio (2 July and 16 August). Hotel prices triple, the city is packed, and heat can touch 38°C. The Palio itself brings thousands into the piazza for a chaotic, exhilarating spectacle.
Stagione di spalla
October and late March/April. October still has pleasant daytime temperatures (15-22°C) but thin crowds and hotel rates 30-40% below summer. March-April sees early blossoms and cheaper rooms, though rain is more likely.
Meteo e imballaggio
July in Siena is dry and often intensely hot, but afternoon thunderstorms can blow in suddenly from the hills. Pack a light, breathable jacket or umbrella even for summer – and bring proper walking shoes because everything is cobbled and steep.
Briefing della città — Siena
- Siena’s city council has restricted vehicle access in the historic centre further from 2025 – if you’re driving, you must pre-book parking outside the walls (e.g. at Stadio or Fortezza car parks) and walk or take a shuttle to Baroncelli 10.
- The opera season at the Accademia Musicale Chigiana runs through July; there are chamber concerts in Palazzo Chigi-Saracini most evenings, several within a five-minute walk of the hotel.
- The Palio di Provenzano (the July race) falls on 2 July, three days before your check-in: expect the town to be clearing out afterward, but some restaurants and shops may close for the following day or two.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Baroncelli 10, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the third or fourth floor overlooking the internal courtyard rather than the street. These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise but still within easy reach via the lift (which likely serves floors 1–4). The courtyard rooms tend to be quieter and get good natural light in the afternoon.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid any room on the first floor facing Via dei Baroncelli — the street is narrow and can carry moped and foot traffic noise into the evening. Also dodge rooms directly adjacent to the lift on any floor: the mechanism can be audible in a 3-star building with basic soundproofing.
Best views
The best view is from a room at the front on floor 3 or 4 overlooking Via dei Baroncelli — you can see down the narrow medieval street towards the Torre del Mangia (visible from this angle). Internal courtyard rooms offer a quieter outlook but only a view of other buildings.
Quietest floors
Floors 3 and 4 are the quietest — further from street activity and less footfall in the corridors than lower floors. The top floor (likely floor 4) may also have fewer neighbouring rooms, reducing noise from above.
🔊 Noise notes
Via dei Baroncelli is a pedestrianised or limited-traffic street in Siena's historic centre, so no car noise, but you'll get pedestrians, restaurant delivery carts, and mopeds until around 11pm. The lift is old and clanks when stopping at each floor — audible if you're in a room next to it.
Insider tips
1. Ask for a 'camera con vista cortile interno' (room with interior courtyard view) when booking — it's the quietest option and often overlooked by guests. 2. Check-in after 2pm to avoid queuing; the reception is small and can get backed up with groups arriving from the bus station. If you're driving, don't — the hotel is in the ZTL (restricted traffic zone). Park at the Parcheggio Il Campo or Stadio and walk 10 minutes.
- 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 — Baroncelli 10
Free WiFi throughout: up to 30 Mbps down, login via room number surname.
Small lift serves all floors (max 2 people); no stairs-only sections.
Complimentary digital press reader (PressReader) via hotel iPad in lobby; no physical papers.
Check-in 14:00–20:00 (late arrival by prior arrangement only); early bag drop from 10:00; late check-out until 12:00 for €30 (subject to availability).
Free for same-day arrivals/ departures; longer storage on request only.
No step-free access – one step at entrance; no wheelchair-accessible rooms; lift fits compact wheelchair only.
No on-site parking; nearest public car park is Parcheggio Il Campo (200m), €2.50/hour (24h max €20). No EV charging.
Tasse, imposte e depositi
City / tourist tax: €1.50 per person per night (up to 6 nights, children under 12 exempt)
Deposit & card hold: Full stay prepayment via credit card at booking; €50 incidental hold on arrival card.
Faith & Dietary vicino
- 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)
Stile di vita e ricreazione locale
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 minuti di radio essenziali
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
Moneta e moneta
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.
Mangiare, fare shopping e viaggiare su 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.
Buono da sapere — Siena
Type C/F/L · 230V
safe
$1 ≈ €0.87 · 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 Baroncelli 10
🕒 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 →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 Baroncelli 10?
Request a room on the third or fourth floor overlooking the internal courtyard rather than the street. These floors are high enough to avoid street-level noise but still within easy reach via the lift (which likely serves floors 1–4). The courtyard rooms tend to be quieter and get good natural light in the afternoon.
Which rooms should I avoid at Baroncelli 10?
Avoid any room on the first floor facing Via dei Baroncelli — the street is narrow and can carry moped and foot traffic noise into the evening. Also dodge rooms directly adjacent to the lift on any floor: the mechanism can be audible in a 3-star building with basic soundproofing.
Is Baroncelli 10 noisy?
Via dei Baroncelli is a pedestrianised or limited-traffic street in Siena's historic centre, so no car noise, but you'll get pedestrians, restaurant delivery carts, and mopeds until around 11pm. The lift is old and clanks when stopping at each floor — audible if you're in a room next to it.
Which rooms have the best views at Baroncelli 10?
The best view is from a room at the front on floor 3 or 4 overlooking Via dei Baroncelli — you can see down the narrow medieval street towards the Torre del Mangia (visible from this angle). Internal courtyard rooms offer a quieter outlook but only a view of other buildings.
What are insider tips for staying at Baroncelli 10?
1. Ask for a 'camera con vista cortile interno' (room with interior courtyard view) when booking — it's the quietest option and often overlooked by guests. 2. Check-in after 2pm to avoid queuing; the reception is small and can get backed up with groups arriving from the bus station. If you're driving, don't — the hotel is in the ZTL (restricted traffic zone). Park at the Parcheggio Il Campo or Stadio and walk 10 minutes.
What time is check-in at Baroncelli 10?
Check-in at Baroncelli 10 is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Baroncelli 10 have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi throughout: up to 30 Mbps down, login via room number surname.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Baroncelli 10?
€1.50 per person per night (up to 6 nights, children under 12 exempt)
Where can I eat cheaply near Baroncelli 10?
Pizza al taglio or a panino from a takeaway: €5–8.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Baroncelli 10?
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 and September. May offers long, warm days, spring flowers and moderate tourist numbers before the summer crush. September has almost the same settled weather as July but with half the visitors.
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.