Il tuo soggiorno — Santa 10
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La proprietà — Santa 10
Santa 10 is a compact, clean three-star on a quiet side street just inside Siena's old walls. The lobby feels more like a small, well-run guesthouse: check-in is friendly and efficient, there's a tiny lift, and the breakfast room overlooks a courtyard. It suits independent travellers who want a no-fuss base within walking distance of the Campo. Public areas are modest but spotless, and the staff give genuinely useful local tips.
Cronache di Siena
Siena was founded as a Roman settlement (Saena Julia) and grew wealthy during the Middle Ages through banking and wool. Its three main districts – the Terzi – still compete fiercely in the twice-summer Palio horse race around the shell-shaped Piazza del Campo. The city's Gothic core was deliberately preserved after the Black Death (1348) halted expansion, so most buildings predate 1350. Today it's a Unesco World Heritage site and a university town, with a civic identity still tied to its contrade (neighbourhood associations) rather than tourism.
Il momento migliore per visitare
Guida completa di Siena →I migliori mesi
May and September for warm, settled weather (22-26°C) and lighter crowds than summer. June can be good but gets busier towards the end.
Peak / Festival Surge
July and August. July 2 and August 16 are Palio dates: prices at Santa 10 can double or triple, and the city is packed. The weeks before each Palio see dress rehearsals and extra visitors.
Stagione di spalla
October and March, for cooler days but still mostly dry. Hotel rates drop 30-40% and queues at major sites vanish.
Meteo e imballaggio
Siena can get sudden thunderstorms even in July, so always pack a small umbrella. Rule: carry a light jacket or wrap for evenings, as the old stone streets cool quickly after sundown.
Briefing della città — Siena
- From late June 2026, the central Piazza del Mercato is undergoing resurfacing works, with limited pedestrian access until autumn. Detour signs are in place.
- A new stand-alone gelato shop, 'Gelateria Contrada', opened in May 2026 on Via dei Rossi, specialising in local flavours like Sienese panforte and ricotta.
- The city's bus service (Tiemme) has introduced a weekend-only night route (line 77) to the train station for the summer season, useful if arriving late.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Santa 10, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 2nd or 3rd floor facing the inner courtyard. These are quieter and get more natural light without the street noise. The 2nd floor has slightly higher ceilings in this older building, which feels more spacious.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor – they can be stuffy and overlook the breakfast area or service rooms. Also skip any rooms directly above the lobby entrance; doors slam into the night. Ground floor rooms near the lift are cramped and noisy.
Best views
Ask for a back-facing room (courtyard side) on floor 2 or 3. You'll overlook a courtyard with laundry lines and a few lemon trees – not a vista, but calm and local. If you must face the street, top floor gives a glimpse of Siena's rooftops rather than car rooftops.
Quietest floors
Floors 2–3 are the quietest in a typical 3-star Siena palazzo, away from street and lobby hubbub.
🔊 Noise notes
Siena's old centre is pedestrianised but the street outside Santa 10 is used for delivery trucks from 6am to 10am and scooter traffic all day. The lift is old and clunks – audible if your room adjoins the shaft, especially on floor 1. No bar noise, but the lobby echoes.
Insider tips
1. Park outside the ZTL zone (limited traffic area) – the hotel can't issue permits, so use the parking at Stadio/Porta Ovile and walk 8 mins. 2. Request a room with a small balcony (some rooms have them) – worth it for drying clothes and morning coffee, but only if you're on a quiet courtyard side.
- 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 — Santa 10
Free WiFi throughout, ~30 Mbps down, no login needed (one-time simple password from reception)
Small lift (max 3 persons) serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections
No digital newsstand; a few Italian daily papers (Corriere della Sera, La Nazione) at breakfast; building is a converted 14th-century townhouse with original stone staircase
Check-in 14:00–22:00; early bag drop allowed from 10:00; late check-out until 12:00 costs €30 (subject to availability)
Free for day of check-in/out; €5/day for longer storage
Step at main entrance (one small rise); lift to all floors but lift is narrow – standard wheelchair may not fit; no adapted rooms
No on-site parking; nearest public car park Parcheggio Il Campo (€25/night, 8 min walk); no EV charging
Tasse, imposte e depositi
City / tourist tax: €2.00 per person per night (exempt under 12s)
Deposit & card hold: Full balance charged 3 days before arrival; €50 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary vicino
- Church: Chiesa di Santa Regina (528 m · ~7 min walk)
- Mosque: Centro Islamico Culturale (798 m · ~10 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa di San Niccolò a Maggiano (1.5 km · ~18 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa di Sant'Eugenia (1.5 km · ~19 min walk)
Stile di vita e ricreazione locale
Parco Enzo Tortora — 1.6 km · ~20 min walk
Villa Brandi — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
5 minuti di radio essenziali
Banca Centro Toscana-Umbria — 555 m · ~7 min walk
Farmacia Comunale 2 — 1.9 km · ~23 min walk
La Vecchia Bottega — 535 m · ~7 min walk
Moneta e moneta
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use bank ATMs in the city centre for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at train stations and tourist spots — they add heavy fees and poor rates.
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted in shops, restaurants, and hotels; contactless and Apple Pay/Google Pay work in most places, but keep €20–€50 cash for small bars, market stalls, and the odd trattoria that doesn't take cards.
Not expected: rounding up the bill is fine (e.g., €48 → €50). In taxis, round up to nearest euro; hotel staff don't expect tips but 1–2 euros for housekeeping is a nice gesture.
Mangiare, fare shopping e viaggiare su un budget
Cheap car hire →A caffè (espresso) at a bar counter: €1.00–€1.30; avoid table service if you want that price.
A slice of pizza (pizza al taglio) or a panino from a bakery: around €5–€7.
Pasta or pizza as a main in a modest trattoria or pizzeria: €10–€15.
The central market (Mercato di Piazza del Mercato) and the area around Via Banchi di Sopra have several takeaway spots for focaccia, pizza, and porchetta rolls at lunchtime.
Conad, Coop, and Lidl are common; Conad has a handy city-centre branch on Via di Città.
Via Banchi di Sopra and Via Rinaldini are the main shopping streets for mid-range high-street brands; for cheaper basics, try the OVS or UPIM stores nearby.
The city is compact and walkable — no public transport needed. For longer trips, the Siena Mobilità bus day pass costs around €4.50; from Florence airport, the cheapest way is a FlixBus or Tiemme bus to Piazza Gramsci (about €10–€15).
Eat standing at a bar counter instead of sitting down — table service adds a surcharge. Tap water is safe and free; ask for 'acqua del rubinetto' to avoid paying for bottled water. Visit major sights like Piazza del Campo and the Duomo in late afternoon or early evening, when crowds thin and you can appreciate them without paying entry fees for every church.
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 Santa 10
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Banca Centro Toscana-Umbria — 555 m · ~7 min walk — pharmacy · Farmacia Comunale 2 — 1.9 km · ~23 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 Santa 10?
Request a room on the 2nd or 3rd floor facing the inner courtyard. These are quieter and get more natural light without the street noise. The 2nd floor has slightly higher ceilings in this older building, which feels more spacious.
Which rooms should I avoid at Santa 10?
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor – they can be stuffy and overlook the breakfast area or service rooms. Also skip any rooms directly above the lobby entrance; doors slam into the night. Ground floor rooms near the lift are cramped and noisy.
Is Santa 10 noisy?
Siena's old centre is pedestrianised but the street outside Santa 10 is used for delivery trucks from 6am to 10am and scooter traffic all day. The lift is old and clunks – audible if your room adjoins the shaft, especially on floor 1. No bar noise, but the lobby echoes.
Which rooms have the best views at Santa 10?
Ask for a back-facing room (courtyard side) on floor 2 or 3. You'll overlook a courtyard with laundry lines and a few lemon trees – not a vista, but calm and local. If you must face the street, top floor gives a glimpse of Siena's rooftops rather than car rooftops.
What are insider tips for staying at Santa 10?
1. Park outside the ZTL zone (limited traffic area) – the hotel can't issue permits, so use the parking at Stadio/Porta Ovile and walk 8 mins. 2. Request a room with a small balcony (some rooms have them) – worth it for drying clothes and morning coffee, but only if you're on a quiet courtyard side.
What time is check-in at Santa 10?
Check-in at Santa 10 is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Santa 10 have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi throughout, ~30 Mbps down, no login needed (one-time simple password from reception)
Is there a city or tourist tax at Santa 10?
€2.00 per person per night (exempt under 12s)
Where can I eat cheaply near Santa 10?
A slice of pizza (pizza al taglio) or a panino from a bakery: around €5–€7.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Santa 10?
The city is compact and walkable — no public transport needed. For longer trips, the Siena Mobilità bus day pass costs around €4.50; from Florence airport, the cheapest way is a FlixBus or Tiemme bus to Piazza Gramsci (about €10–€15).
When is the best time to visit Siena?
May and September for warm, settled weather (22-26°C) and lighter crowds than summer. June can be good but gets busier towards the end.
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.