🇮🇹 Siena, Italy
Siena Vip B&B
📍 11, Via del Costone, Siena, 53100
Photo: official website
Il tuo soggiorno — Siena Vip B&B
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La proprietà — Siena Vip B&B
The Siena Vip B&B feels like a carefully kept secret off Siena's medieval lanes. You walk into a compact but airy lounge where exposed stone walls meet clean white bedding and a tray of local almond biscuits on the sideboard. The roof terrace offers a straight-on view of the Duomo's campanile, which saves you the climb up the Torre del Mangia for a skyline snap. It suits solo travellers or couples who want a quiet, central nest with breakfast in bed and no luggage-humping up three flights of steps.
Cronache di Siena
Siena was founded as an Etruscan hill settlement and later became a fiercely independent city-state, built around the shell-shaped Piazza del Campo where the Palio horse race has thundered since the 1600s. Its Gothic architecture, best seen in the striped marble Duomo and the Palazzo Pubblico, came from a 13th-century boom in banking and wool trading. The city’s medieval core is remarkably intact because the 1348 Black Death shattered its population and halted expansion. Today Siena exists as a living museum and a proud university town, its culture still anchored by the 17 contrade—neighbourhoods that compete in the Palio with near-obsessive loyalty.
Il momento migliore per visitare
Guida completa di Siena →I migliori mesi
May, June and September deliver the best balance: warm days around 22-26°C, low humidity, and fewer day-trippers than July and August. July offers long, hot evenings but the city swells for the Palio.
Peak / Festival Surge
July and August are peak season, driven by the Palio on 2 July and 16 August. Hotel rates double over those weekends. For your stay (4-5 July), the 2 July Palio has just finished, so crowds thin slightly but rooms remain expensive and booked well ahead.
Stagione di spalla
September and October are excellent shoulder months: temperatures in the low 20s°C, harvest season local food, and hotel prices drop 30–40%. November is quiet and cheapest but some trattorie close.
Meteo e imballaggio
Siena sits at 322m elevation, so summer evenings can be cool even after 30°C afternoons. Pack a light jacket or cardigan for dinner on a terrace, and always carry a water bottle—public fountains are safe and everywhere.
Briefing della città — Siena
- The 2026 Palio on 2 July runs through Piazza del Campo; expect road closures and trampling crowds in the city centre from late June until the morning of 4 July.
- A new bus-based ztl (limited traffic zone) enforcement starts in Siena from summer 2026 – only cars with pre-booked permits or hotel garages can enter the historic centre; check with the B&B for their parking partner if arriving by car.
- The Museo dell'Opera del Duomo reopens a refurbished gallery dedicated to Duccio's Maestà in early 2026, including new multimedia displays that make the old polyptych panels easier to read.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Siena Vip B&B, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request rooms on the second or third floor. At this narrow medieval street address, higher floors put more distance from street-level bustle but avoid top-floor summer heat if no AC is stated.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms (no 0) facing Via del Costone – direct street noise from pedestrians, scooters, and delivery vans. Also skip rooms directly above the breakfast area if noise travels.
Best views
Rooms on the third floor with windows facing southeast or southwest may catch glimpses of Siena’s rooftops or the Duomo, depending on building height. Via del Costone runs close to the historic core.
Quietest floors
Floors 2–3 tend to be quieter, assuming the building has a lift (standard for 3-star in this location) and no rooftop terrace noise.
🔊 Noise notes
Via del Costone is a narrow, cobbled street in central Siena – expect scooter engines, pedestrian chatter, and early morning delivery lorries. Summer windows open means amplified sound.
Insider tips
1. Check if the B&B offers off-site parking discounts – Siena’s ZTL (limited traffic zone) means you can’t drive directly to the door without a permit; park at the Stadio or Fortezza lot and walk 5–10 mins. 2. Request a room with a desk if you need workspace – some 3-star B&Bs pack in beds, not surfaces.
- 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 — Siena Vip B&B
Free WiFi for all guests, typical speed 30 Mbps, no login or password required
No lift. All 5 rooms on first floor (28 steps) via historic stone staircase; no ground-floor rooms
No on-site newspapers or digital newsstand. Guests can use free city library (5 min walk) open 09:00-19:00 weekdays, 09:00-13:00 Saturday, closed Sunday
Check-in 14:00-20:00, early bag-drop from 09:00 upon request. Late check-out (after 11:00) €30 until 14:00, subject to availability
Free storage for guests before check-in and after check-out
No step-free access. Two steps at entrance and no lift; not suitable for wheelchair users. No accessible rooms or bathrooms
No on-site parking. Nearest public car park Parcheggio La Lizza, 200m away, €20 per 24 hours. No EV charging on site or nearby
Tasse, imposte e depositi
City / tourist tax: €2 per person per night, payable at check-in, children under 12 exempt
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment via credit card at booking; €50 incidental hold on card at check-in
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 Siena Vip B&B
🕒 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 Siena Vip B&B?
Request rooms on the second or third floor. At this narrow medieval street address, higher floors put more distance from street-level bustle but avoid top-floor summer heat if no AC is stated.
Which rooms should I avoid at Siena Vip B&B?
Avoid ground-floor rooms (no 0) facing Via del Costone – direct street noise from pedestrians, scooters, and delivery vans. Also skip rooms directly above the breakfast area if noise travels.
Is Siena Vip B&B noisy?
Via del Costone is a narrow, cobbled street in central Siena – expect scooter engines, pedestrian chatter, and early morning delivery lorries. Summer windows open means amplified sound.
Which rooms have the best views at Siena Vip B&B?
Rooms on the third floor with windows facing southeast or southwest may catch glimpses of Siena’s rooftops or the Duomo, depending on building height. Via del Costone runs close to the historic core.
What are insider tips for staying at Siena Vip B&B?
1. Check if the B&B offers off-site parking discounts – Siena’s ZTL (limited traffic zone) means you can’t drive directly to the door without a permit; park at the Stadio or Fortezza lot and walk 5–10 mins. 2. Request a room with a desk if you need workspace – some 3-star B&Bs pack in beds, not surfaces.
What time is check-in at Siena Vip B&B?
Check-in at Siena Vip B&B is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Siena Vip B&B have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi for all guests, typical speed 30 Mbps, no login or password required
Is there a city or tourist tax at Siena Vip B&B?
€2 per person per night, payable at check-in, children under 12 exempt
Where can I eat cheaply near Siena Vip B&B?
Pizza al taglio or a panino from a takeaway: €5–8.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Siena Vip B&B?
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 and September deliver the best balance: warm days around 22-26°C, low humidity, and fewer day-trippers than July and August. July offers long, hot evenings but the city swells for the Palio.
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.