🇮🇹 Siena, Italy
Podere Il Pero
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財産 — Podere Il Pero
Podere Il Pero is a converted farmhouse on the quiet hills half an hour north of Siena. The vibe is functional and rustic: flagstone floors, exposed beams, a small pool with valley views. Fine if you need a clean base with parking and breakfast, but don’t expect Siena charm or a central location.
Sienaの歴史
Siena was a powerful Etruscan settlement, then a major banking centre in medieval Italy. The city’s Gothic core, built around the fan-shaped Piazza del Campo, largely dates from the 13th and 14th centuries when Siena vied with Florence. The still-standing city walls, the Duomo’s black-and-white marble stripes, and the Palazzo Pubblico commemorate that golden age. Today Siena lives on tourism and the Palio, the twice-yearly bareback horse race that has run since the 17th century.
訪れるのに最適な時間
Siena完全ガイド →最高の月
May–June and September–October. Warm days, low humidity, and far fewer day-trippers than July–August make sightseeing and hillwalking genuinely pleasant.
ピーク/フェスティバル Surge
July and August, especially the Palio on 2 July and 16 August. Hotels – including Podere Il Pero – often double rates and require 2–3 night minimums. The city is packed, hot (often above 35°C), and everything needs booking months ahead.
予算肩の季節
April and October offer mild weather, thinner crowds, and rates 30–40% lower than summer. The Palio crowds are gone but the vineyards are turning, and many restaurants still have outdoor tables.
天気&パッケージ
Siena sits on a clay hilltop at 322m, so summer evenings can drop 10°C from the day’s peak. Pack a light jacket or shawl for dinner, plus a refillable water bottle for the many public fountains.
LIVE CITY BRIEFING — Siena
- Siena’s ZTL (limited traffic zone) remains strictly enforced by cameras; the property’s location outside the centre means you can drive directly to the hotel without a permit, but entering the walled city without authorisation carries heavy fines.
- The Palio on 2 July 2026 will bring road closures, packed buses, and hotel surcharges across the province – book your return taxi well in advance.
- Several restaurants near Piazza del Campo now require reservations for dinner even in low season; in July, book at least two days ahead to avoid queueing.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Podere Il Pero, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request an upper-floor room at the rear of the building, facing the courtyard or garden. These will be quieter than those overlooking Siena's narrow streets.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms on the ground floor or those facing the street (look for 'camera sulla strada' in the description). Street-facing rooms catch early-morning traffic noise from the walled city's roads.
Best views
A room with a view over the surrounding Tuscan countryside or the hotel's garden. Since the hotel is just outside Siena's centre, ask for a 'camera con vista campagna' (room with countryside view).
Quietest floors
First floor and above (if the hotel has multiple floors) — the upper levels reduce street-level noise. Countryside-facing rooms on these floors are the quietest.
🔊 Noise notes
Three-star hotels in Siena often have thin walls and street noise from local traffic (mopeds, delivery vans). The building itself may be an old farmhouse, so expect creaky floors and poor soundproofing between rooms.
Insider tips
1. If you're driving, ask for a room near the parking area to carry luggage easily — many rooms have no lift. 2. Request a room on the first floor to avoid basement dampness and street-level noise.
- 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 — Podere Il Pero
Free, reasonably fast (around 30 Mbps download, 10 Mbps upload), no login constraints; coverage is strong in common areas and grounds, sometimes weaker in remote corners of the property
No lift. The main building is a historic farmhouse with stairs to all guest rooms on upper floors; ground-floor rooms are available on request
No complimentary digital newsstand or physical papers; the property is a 19th-century restored stone farmhouse with exposed beams and original terracotta floors, and a small library of travel books and local guides in the lounge
Check-in from 14:00 to 21:00. Late arrivals after 21:00 must be pre-arranged and may incur a €30 surcharge. Luggage drop-off allowed from 12:00. Late check-out until 12:00 costs €30, subject to availability; standard check-out is 10:30
Free; available from 12:00 onward on day of arrival and until late afternoon on departure day
No step-free entry; the main entrance has two steps and there are cobblestone paths around the courtyard. Not suitable for wheelchairs. Ground-floor rooms are level with the courtyard but have a small step at the door
On-site parking is free and unassigned; always available in July. No EV charging. The nearest public car park is Parcheggio San Prospero (€1.50/hour, €15/day), about 2.5 km away, with a shuttle bus into the historic centre
税金、税金、預金
City / tourist tax: €2.50 per person per night (adult, up to 5 nights)
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking via credit card; a €100 incidental hold is taken at check-in
Faith & Dietary 近く
- Church: Chiesa di Santa Maria a Tressa (519 m · ~6 min walk)
- Place of worship: Cinerario (788 m · ~10 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa di Sant'Andrea a Galignano (1.0 km · ~13 min walk)
- Church: Maria Santissima Immacolata a Poggio al Vento (1.3 km · ~17 min walk)
地元のライフスタイル&レクリエーション
Centro Commerciale Siena Sud — 2.5 km · ~32 min walk
Parco Area Verde Paolo Frajese — 286 m · ~4 min walk
Museo Nazionale dell'Antartide Felice Ippolito — 1.1 km · ~14 min walk
Teatro del Costone — 1.8 km · ~23 min walk
Parco Giochi Pescaia — 1.9 km · ~23 min walk
5分間のRadio Essentials
Nearest — 1.9 km · ~24 min walk
Farmacia Comunale N.1 — 1.8 km · ~22 min walk
Agrimercato di Siena — 356 m · ~4 min walk
Terminal Pescaia — 2.0 km · ~25 min walk
お金 & 通貨
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use bank ATMs in the historic centre for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at Piazza del Campo or near the Duomo as they charge high fees.
Major credit/debit cards are widely accepted in shops, restaurants and hotels; contactless and mobile pay (Apple Pay, Google Pay) are common for payments under €50.
Tipping is not expected. Round up the bill in restaurants (e.g., €47 for a €45 meal), leave small change for taxis, and no tip for hotel staff beyond a few euros for housekeeping.
食事、ショッピング、旅行 予算
Cheap car hire →A caffè (espresso) at a standing bar costs around €1.20; avoid table service which doubles the price.
A panino or slice of pizza al taglio from a bakery or pizza al taglio shop costs about €5.
A pasta main in a trattoria away from the main piazzas costs €10–€12.
Look for takeaway pizzerie and paninerie along Via dei Rossi and near the Piazza del Mercato; no dedicated street food market.
Conad and Coop are the main budget supermarkets, with a Conad near Porta San Marco and a Coop on Via dei Gazzani.
High-street chain stores like OVS and H&M are on Via Banchi di Sopra; markets like the weekly Wednesday mercato at Fortezza Medicea sell basics.
Walk the compact historic centre; buses cost €1.50 per single ride (buy from tabacchi) or €4.50 for a day pass, but you rarely need them. From Florence airport, take the shuttle bus to Florence's Santa Maria Novella station (€6) then a regional train to Siena (€15).
Eat lunch at bakery counters rather than sit-down restaurants to cut costs by half. Buy a Siena Welcome Card (€12 for 48 hours) for free bus travel and discounts on museum entry. Skip the San Gimignano day trip – it's overpriced for what you get.
知るのがいい — 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 Podere Il Pero
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 1.9 km · ~24 min walk — pharmacy · Farmacia Comunale N.1 — 1.8 km · ~22 min walk
🚐 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.
よくある質問
What are the best rooms at Podere Il Pero?
Request an upper-floor room at the rear of the building, facing the courtyard or garden. These will be quieter than those overlooking Siena's narrow streets.
Which rooms should I avoid at Podere Il Pero?
Avoid rooms on the ground floor or those facing the street (look for 'camera sulla strada' in the description). Street-facing rooms catch early-morning traffic noise from the walled city's roads.
Is Podere Il Pero noisy?
Three-star hotels in Siena often have thin walls and street noise from local traffic (mopeds, delivery vans). The building itself may be an old farmhouse, so expect creaky floors and poor soundproofing between rooms.
Which rooms have the best views at Podere Il Pero?
A room with a view over the surrounding Tuscan countryside or the hotel's garden. Since the hotel is just outside Siena's centre, ask for a 'camera con vista campagna' (room with countryside view).
What are insider tips for staying at Podere Il Pero?
1. If you're driving, ask for a room near the parking area to carry luggage easily — many rooms have no lift. 2. Request a room on the first floor to avoid basement dampness and street-level noise.
What time is check-in at Podere Il Pero?
Check-in at Podere Il Pero is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Podere Il Pero have Wi-Fi?
Free, reasonably fast (around 30 Mbps download, 10 Mbps upload), no login constraints; coverage is strong in common areas and grounds, sometimes weaker in remote corners of the property
Is there a city or tourist tax at Podere Il Pero?
€2.50 per person per night (adult, up to 5 nights)
Where can I eat cheaply near Podere Il Pero?
A panino or slice of pizza al taglio from a bakery or pizza al taglio shop costs about €5.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Podere Il Pero?
Walk the compact historic centre; buses cost €1.50 per single ride (buy from tabacchi) or €4.50 for a day pass, but you rarely need them. From Florence airport, take the shuttle bus to Florence's Santa Maria Novella station (€6) then a regional train to Siena (€15).
When is the best time to visit Siena?
May–June and September–October. Warm days, low humidity, and far fewer day-trippers than July–August make sightseeing and hillwalking genuinely pleasant.
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.