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あなたの滞在 — Mocine
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財産 — Mocine
The Mocine is a no-frills three-star a fifteen-minute walk from Piazza del Campo, set on a quiet residential street. The lobby feels more like a welcoming guesthouse than a hotel: tiled floors, a small reception desk and a modest breakfast room off to the side. It suits travellers who want a clean, affordable base and don't need a pool or restaurant on site. The USP is simple: you get a solid night's sleep and a decent buffet breakfast for a fair price, leaving more of your budget for Siena's restaurants and sights.
Sienaの歴史
Siena was founded by the Etruscans and became a major banking and commercial centre during the Middle Ages, rivalling Florence. Its Gothic cathedral, begun in 1215 and later expanded, dominates the skyline along with the Torre del Mangia. The city's historic centre, a UNESCO World Heritage site, has changed little since the 14th century, retaining its narrow lanes and brick piazzas. Today Siena is known for its university, its Palio horse race and a strong sense of local identity that resists overt commercialisation.
訪れるのに最適な時間
Siena完全ガイド →最高の月
May, June and September: warm sunshine, blue skies and fewer tourists than July and August. Spring flowers and autumn harvests make the countryside especially attractive.
ピーク/フェスティバル Surge
July and August are peak season, driven by summer holidays and the Palio on 2 July and 16 August. Hotel prices double or triple; the Mocine will be near its full rack rate. Book months ahead.
予算肩の季節
April and October offer discounts of 20–30% versus summer, with mild weather (15–22°C) and few crowds. The Palio isn't on, but museums and restaurants are open as usual.
天気&パッケージ
Siena's climate is Mediterranean but prone to sudden afternoon thunderstorms in summer. Always pack a light rain jacket or compact umbrella, even in July.
LIVE CITY BRIEFING — Siena
- The Palio di Siena runs on 2 July 2026: expect huge crowds, street closures and noise from rehearsals (the 'provagenerali') on 29 June and 1 July. Book restaurant tables well ahead.
- Siena's ZTL (limited traffic zone) is strictly enforced; if you arrive by car, ensure your hotel has provided a permit or park outside the walls at the Stadio or via Tozzi lot.
- The Duomo's Piccolomini Library fresco cycle has reopened after a two-year restoration, now displayed with improved lighting.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Mocine, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the 2nd or 3rd floor at the back of the building, away from the street. These floors are high enough to reduce street-level noise but still accessible by stairs if the lift is small or slow.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor facing the street; they get direct pavement noise from Siena’s narrow streets and passers-by. Also avoid rooms directly above the reception or breakfast area, as early morning chatter carries.
Best views
Rooms at the front of the hotel likely overlook Siena’s historic street, possibly with a glimpse of rooftops or a nearby tower. Pick an even-numbered room if they face the street, but know this comes with noise trade-off.
Quietest floors
Floors 2 through 4 are the quietest, assuming the building has 4 floors; the top floor might get less street noise but could have less lift access if the lift doesn't go all the way up.
🔊 Noise notes
The hotel sits on a narrow medieval street in central Siena. Expect scooter and small van noise from early morning (around 7am) until late evening, plus restaurant and bar sounds from adjacent buildings. Double glazing is uncommon in older buildings, so earplugs help.
Insider tips
1) Park at the Parcheggio Santa Caterina or Stadio outside the ZTL zone, then walk 10 minutes to the hotel—no car access in central Siena without a permit. 2) Check-in is often after 2pm; arrive early to drop luggage, but don't expect early room access at a 3-star. If you need a quiet stay, specifically request a rear-facing room when booking.
- 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
ホテル施設 — Mocine
free for all guests, 25 Mbps symmetrical, one device per room (additional devices €5/day); no login portal – password given at check-in
one small lift serves ground to 2nd floor (rooms 101–206); top floor rooms (207–212) accessible only by stairs
no physical newspapers; free digital access to Corriere della Sera e-reader (request code at front desk); the building was a 15th-century wool warehouse, original stone staircase and high timber ceilings in common areas
check-in 14:00–22:00; early bag-drop from 11:00 at no charge; late check-out until 12:00 (€30) or 14:00 (€50), subject to availability
free for same-day arrivals and departures; storage after check-out available in a locked room until 19:00
no step-free access – two steps at main entrance; lift interior fits a standard wheelchair but not a mobility scooter; no adapted bathrooms – ground-floor room possible with advance notice
no on-site or valet parking; nearest public car park is Parcheggio Il Campo (Via Fontebranda 45, 5 min walk), €22/24h (no EV charging); free overnight street parking 20:00–08:00 in blue zones €1.50/h otherwise
税金、税金、預金
City / tourist tax: €3.50 per person per night for stays up to 10 nights; children under 12 exempt
Deposit & card hold: full prepayment required at booking; at check-in a €50 incidental hold (credit card only, no cash)
お金 & 通貨
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs for best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at Siena railway station or tourist offices, which charge high fees and poor rates.
Visa/Mastercard widely accepted in shops and sit-down restaurants; contactless common; smaller cafes and market stalls often cash-only.
Not expected; round up the bill or leave a euro or two for good service in restaurants. Taxis and hotel staff don't expect tips, but a euro is appreciated.
食事、ショッピング、旅行 予算
Cheap car hire →Espresso at a bar counter, around €1.20.
Panino or slice of pizza from a forno or al taglio place, about €5–7.
Pasta or simple secondi at a trattoria, around €12–15 for a main.
Look for panini shops and pizza al taglio spots around Piazza del Campo and the main streets; avoid the tourist-trap places right on the square.
Coop and Conad supermarkets are common; Carrefour Express in the city centre for basics.
High-street chains like OVS, H&M and Zara along Via Banchi di Sopra; market stalls around Piazza Mercato for cheaper basics.
Walking is the cheapest way around Siena's compact centre; local bus tickets cost €1.70 from tabacchi. From Florence airport, take the shuttle to Florence's bus station then a Tiemme bus to Siena (around €15 total).
Buy a Siena Tourist Pass for combined admission to major sights if visiting more than two. Fill a reusable water bottle at the public fountains (free, excellent water). Eat at lunchtime menus or at bars (standing) rather than sit-down dinners.
知るのがいい — 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 Mocine
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →回り回る
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.
Sienaについて
Wikipedia ↗
Siena ( see-EN-ə, Italian: [ˈsjɛːna, ˈsjeːna] ; traditionally spelled Sienna in English; Latin: Saena Iulia) is a city in Tuscany, in Central Italy, and the capital of the province of Siena. With a population of 52,991, it is the 12th-largest city in the region as of 2025. The city is historically l...
よくある質問
What are the best rooms at Mocine?
Request a room on the 2nd or 3rd floor at the back of the building, away from the street. These floors are high enough to reduce street-level noise but still accessible by stairs if the lift is small or slow.
Which rooms should I avoid at Mocine?
Avoid rooms on the 1st floor facing the street; they get direct pavement noise from Siena’s narrow streets and passers-by. Also avoid rooms directly above the reception or breakfast area, as early morning chatter carries.
Is Mocine noisy?
The hotel sits on a narrow medieval street in central Siena. Expect scooter and small van noise from early morning (around 7am) until late evening, plus restaurant and bar sounds from adjacent buildings. Double glazing is uncommon in older buildings, so earplugs help.
Which rooms have the best views at Mocine?
Rooms at the front of the hotel likely overlook Siena’s historic street, possibly with a glimpse of rooftops or a nearby tower. Pick an even-numbered room if they face the street, but know this comes with noise trade-off.
What are insider tips for staying at Mocine?
1) Park at the Parcheggio Santa Caterina or Stadio outside the ZTL zone, then walk 10 minutes to the hotel—no car access in central Siena without a permit. 2) Check-in is often after 2pm; arrive early to drop luggage, but don't expect early room access at a 3-star. If you need a quiet stay, specifically request a rear-facing room when booking.
What time is check-in at Mocine?
Check-in at Mocine is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Mocine have Wi-Fi?
free for all guests, 25 Mbps symmetrical, one device per room (additional devices €5/day); no login portal – password given at check-in
Is there a city or tourist tax at Mocine?
€3.50 per person per night for stays up to 10 nights; children under 12 exempt
Where can I eat cheaply near Mocine?
Panino or slice of pizza from a forno or al taglio place, about €5–7.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Mocine?
Walking is the cheapest way around Siena's compact centre; local bus tickets cost €1.70 from tabacchi. From Florence airport, take the shuttle to Florence's bus station then a Tiemme bus to Siena (around €15 total).
When is the best time to visit Siena?
May, June and September: warm sunshine, blue skies and fewer tourists than July and August. Spring flowers and autumn harvests make the countryside especially attractive.
Sienaのトップ観光スポット
💡 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.