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Podere San Raffaele

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부동산 — Podere San Raffaele

Podere San Raffaele is a working farmhouse on the southern edge of Siena, wrapped in olive groves and cypress trees. The lobby feels like a calm country kitchen with stone floors, a wood-beam ceiling and the faint scent of hay from the nearby stables. It suits budget-conscious couples or solo travellers who want a quiet, self-catering base within driving distance of the historic centre (10 minutes by car) and are happy to swap city-centre convenience for rural peace.

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Siena 연대기

Siena was founded as an Etruscan settlement and later became a major banking and wool-trading republic that rivalled Florence. Its Gothic core was largely built between the 13th and 14th centuries, most visibly in the fan-shaped Piazza del Campo and the striped-marble Duomo. After a plague in 1348 ended its golden age, the city stagnated, preserving its medieval street plan and brick architecture. Today Siena thrives on tourism and the twice-yearly Palio horse race, fiercely retaining its local identity against the pull of globalised culture.

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최고의 달

May, June and September — warm days (25-28°C), low rainfall, and fewer queues at major sights than July-August.

Peak / Festival Surge 근처 오락거리

July and August, especially around Palio heats (2 July) and the main race (16 August). Hotel prices can double; advance booking is essential. The August Palio week draws huge crowds to the piazza and spikes demand across the province.

Budget Shoulder 시즌

Late September through October offers mild temperatures (20-24°C), lower rates and still-good daylight for sightseeing.

날씨 & 포장

Siena can get a stiff, cool breeze even on a hot July afternoon, especially on exposed hilltops. Pack layers: a light jacket or cardigan for evening, plus sturdy walking shoes for cobbled inclines.

City Briefing 근처 오락거리 — Siena

  • The shuttle bus from the car parks outside the historic centre (e.g. Stadio, Fortezza) runs frequently in summer; check the Tiemme app for real-time updates as timetables shift for Palio events.
  • A new pedestrian-only zone was introduced around Piazza del Campo from June 2025, reducing scooter traffic but also blocking some service vehicles — expect longer wait times for restaurant deliveries and outdoor seating.
  • Visitors arriving by car: the ZTL (limited traffic zone) is strictly enforced with cameras; you must pre-register your vehicle if your accommodation is inside the walls, otherwise park at designated lots outside.

Your Perfect Room

✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026

Before you check in to Podere San Raffaele, here's what to know about choosing the right room.

Best rooms to request

Request a room on the first floor (European first, i.e. one flight up) facing the interior courtyard or garden. These are likely to be quieter and have better natural light than ground-floor rooms, which may be darker and closer to reception.

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Rooms to avoid

Avoid ground-floor rooms near the entrance or reception area, as these may pick up noise from early check-ins, luggage handling, and staff movements. Also avoid rooms facing the street if the hotel is on a main road through Siena.

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Best views

Siena is a hilltown, so rooms on the first or second floor facing the hills or the old town may offer a view of the classic Tuscan landscape or rooftops. Ask specifically for a 'camera con vista sulle colline'.

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Quietest floors

First and second floors (European first and second). In a small 3-star property these upper floors are less likely to have foot traffic from guests passing through.

🔊 Noise notes

Street noise is possible if the property is on a through road (even a small one in Siena) as Italian towns can have mopeds, vans, and early-morning deliveries. Also check if the hotel has a breakfast room that opens early, as this can generate clatter from cups and chairs.

Insider tips

1. If you're driving, ask ahead about parking — many 3-star properties in Siena have limited or paid parking, and the ZTL (restricted traffic zone) makes it tricky to arrive by car. 2. Request the keycode or door code for late check-in, as small hotels often close reception after dinner.

How to request your preferred room:
  1. Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
  2. Add a note in your booking comments field
  3. Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available

호텔 시설 — Podere San Raffaele

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Wi-Fi

Free WiFi throughout, average speed 30 Mbps, login via room number and surname; no premium tier

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Lift / Elevator

No lift—property is a historic 18th-century farmhouse with stairs to all rooms; ground-floor rooms available on request

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Media & Newspapers

No digital newsstand; complimentary physical copies of La Repubblica and Corriere della Sera at breakfast

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Check-in / Check-out

Check-in from 14:00 to 22:00; early bag-drop available at reception from 10:00; late check-out until 12:00 costs €30 if available

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Baggage Storage

Free luggage storage in locked room at reception, accessible 08:00-22:00

Accessibility

No step-free entry—property has a gravel path and two steps at main entrance; wheelchair access to ground-floor rooms only; no adapted bathroom

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Parking

Free on-site parking for up to 20 cars on gravel lot; nearest public car park is Parcheggio Il Campo at €2.50/hour (5-min drive); no EV charging

수수료, 세금 & 예금

City / tourist tax: €2.50 per person per night, applies to guests aged 12 and over, paid at check-in

Deposit & card hold: A deposit equal to 30% of total stay is charged at booking; a €100 incidental hold is placed on a credit card at check-in

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Local currency

Euro, EUR

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Where to exchange

Use bank or Poste Italiane ATMs; avoid exchange bureaux at Siena station or tourist offices as rates are poor.

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Cards & contactless

Contactless Visa/Mastercard is widely accepted in shops, restaurants and for transport; Amex is rare, small cafes often cash-only.

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Tipping etiquette

Not required; round up the bill or leave 1-2 EUR for good service in restaurants. Taxis expect no tip. Hotel porters get 1-2 EUR per bag.

식사, 쇼핑 & 여행에 대한 예산

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Cheap coffee

Standing at a bar for an espresso or cappuccino (caffè latte at breakfast only) usually costs around 1.10-1.30 EUR at a local bar.

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Best-value lunch

A takeaway pizza al taglio (by the slice) or a panino from a forno (bakery) for around 5-7 EUR, plus a drink.

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Affordable dinner

A pasta primo at a trattoria with a glass of house wine: roughly 12-16 EUR for the main.

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Street food & cheap eats

Look for porchetta sandwiches or lampredotto (tripe) from street stalls near Piazza del Mercato; also check the San Domenico area for budget pizzerias.

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Budget groceries

Supermarkets like CONAD, Coop and Carrefour Express are common in the historic centre and near Porta Camollia.

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Affordable clothes

High-street shops line Via Banchi di Sopra (Zara, OVS) and Via dei Termini; for cheaper basics try the outlets at Valdichiana Outlet Village (bus from Piazza Gramsci).

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Cheapest way around

Day pass for local buses (Tiemme) inside Siena is 3.50 EUR; from Florence airport (FLR), take the shuttle bus to Piazza Gramsci for circa 15 EUR one-way.

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Money-saving tips

Eat lunch standing at a bar rather than sitting in a restaurant to halve your bill. Buy a Siena Weekend Pass (combination ticket) if visiting multiple museums. Avoid eating on Piazza del Campo; walk one block away for more reasonable prices.

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Plugs & power

Type C/F/L · 230V

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Tap water

safe

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Currency

$1 ≈ €0.87 · EUR

Emergency Contacts

Siena
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Police
112
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Ambulance / Medical
118
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Fire Department
115

Call 112 for police or any urgent help. 118 gets an ambulance, 115 for fire. For non-urgent police matters in Siena, dial 0577 202111.

💡 Save these numbers in your phone. In life-threatening emergencies, call immediately.

Where to Eat

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53100 Street Food & Wine Local
££
🚶 3 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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New York Cafe' Local
££
🚶 6 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Pasticceria Buti Local
££
🚶 9 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Osteria Di Nonna Gina italian
££
🚶 12 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Snack Bar Local
££
🚶 15 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Charlie Mixology Bar cocktails
££
🚶 18 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Tia Loca pizza;italian_pizza
££
🚶 21 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Il Biondo Local
££
🚶 24 min walk 🕐 12:00 – 22:00 ✓ Walk-ins welcome

💡 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 San Raffaele

🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.

🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →

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Florence Airport (FLR) Private Transfer 130 euros

Florence Airport (FLR) → Comfort Siena Design Apartment

70 min · On demand · 24/7

💡 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.

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FLR to Siena via Florence Santa Maria Novella 15 euros

Florence Airport (FLR) → Comfort Siena Design Apartment (Siena Station)

115 min · Every 30-60 mins (FLR to SMN tram) + hourly trains · Tram: 5am-11:30pm. Train: 5:20am-9:40pm.

💡 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.

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Florence Airport (FLR) Bus to Siena 18 euros

Florence Airport (FLR) → Comfort Siena Design Apartment (Siena Bus Station)

90 min · Every 60-120 mins · 5:30am-9:30pm

💡 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.

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Local Siena Taxi (from Station) 7 euros

Siena Train Station → Comfort Siena Design Apartment

10 min · On demand · 24/7 (limited 10pm-6am)

💡 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.

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What are the best rooms at Podere San Raffaele?

Request a room on the first floor (European first, i.e. one flight up) facing the interior courtyard or garden. These are likely to be quieter and have better natural light than ground-floor rooms, which may be darker and closer to reception.

Which rooms should I avoid at Podere San Raffaele?

Avoid ground-floor rooms near the entrance or reception area, as these may pick up noise from early check-ins, luggage handling, and staff movements. Also avoid rooms facing the street if the hotel is on a main road through Siena.

Is Podere San Raffaele noisy?

Street noise is possible if the property is on a through road (even a small one in Siena) as Italian towns can have mopeds, vans, and early-morning deliveries. Also check if the hotel has a breakfast room that opens early, as this can generate clatter from cups and chairs.

Which rooms have the best views at Podere San Raffaele?

Siena is a hilltown, so rooms on the first or second floor facing the hills or the old town may offer a view of the classic Tuscan landscape or rooftops. Ask specifically for a 'camera con vista sulle colline'.

What are insider tips for staying at Podere San Raffaele?

1. If you're driving, ask ahead about parking — many 3-star properties in Siena have limited or paid parking, and the ZTL (restricted traffic zone) makes it tricky to arrive by car. 2. Request the keycode or door code for late check-in, as small hotels often close reception after dinner.

What time is check-in at Podere San Raffaele?

Check-in at Podere San Raffaele is from null. Check-out is by null.

Does Podere San Raffaele have Wi-Fi?

Free WiFi throughout, average speed 30 Mbps, login via room number and surname; no premium tier

Is there a city or tourist tax at Podere San Raffaele?

€2.50 per person per night, applies to guests aged 12 and over, paid at check-in

Where can I eat cheaply near Podere San Raffaele?

A takeaway pizza al taglio (by the slice) or a panino from a forno (bakery) for around 5-7 EUR, plus a drink.

What is the cheapest way to get around from Podere San Raffaele?

Day pass for local buses (Tiemme) inside Siena is 3.50 EUR; from Florence airport (FLR), take the shuttle bus to Piazza Gramsci for circa 15 EUR one-way.

When is the best time to visit Siena?

May, June and September — warm days (25-28°C), low rainfall, and fewer queues at major sights than July-August.

Siena 주요 관광지

Basilica of San Domenico Free

💡 Check for free guided tours on Saturday mornings. The reliquary containing her head is eerie but fascinating.

Orto Botanico di Siena Free

💡 Bring a picnic. It's less busy than the main parks. Paths can be steep — wear flat shoes.

Piazza del Campo Free

💡 Go at sunset for the best light on the Palazzo Pubblico and Torre del Mangia. Early morning it's almost empty.

Duomo di Siena (Interior)

💡 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.

Santa Maria della Scala

💡 Free on the first Sunday of each month. Otherwise €9. The underground 'sacred tunnels' are the highlight, not the modern art wing.

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