🇮🇹 Siena, Italy
Fattoria LaTorre
📍 loc la villa, San Gimignano, 53037
A sua permanência — Fattoria LaTorre
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A propriedade — Fattoria LaTorre
Fattoria LaTorre is a working farm-turned-hotel on a ridge overlooking Siena, about ten minutes by car from Piazza del Campo. The vibe is unhurried and rural: exposed stone, terracotta floors, a small pool with valley views. The lobby smells of woodsmoke and beeswax, with a shelf of guidebooks in Italian and the 'Buongiorno' from reception that sounds genuine. It suits travellers who want a quiet base with a car, not walk-to-everything city convenience.
Crónicas de Siena
Siena was founded as an Etruscan settlement and later became a powerful medieval republic, rivalling Florence in banking and trade. Its Gothic identity was sealed after the 1348 Black Death reduced its population and froze its urban form; the Campo with its shell-shaped piazza and the unfinished Duomo facade remain from that period. The city declined under Medici rule and stayed in economic stasis for centuries, preserving its brick-built, maze-like centre. Today it lives off tourism, a well-regarded university (Università degli Studi di Siena), and the twice-yearly Palio horse race, which still excites genuine local passion.
Melhor época para visitar
Guia completo de Siena →Melhores meses
May, June, September: warm sunshine (22–28°C), long daylight hours, and the main tourist crush hasn't arrived or has eased. These months also see fewer thunderstorms than April or October.
Peak / Festival Surge
July and August; July includes the Palio (2 July and 16 August), which jacks up hotel prices 50–100% and fills the city with spectators. Day-trippers from Florence also swell numbers into August.
Orçamento da temporada
Late September and October are the budget sweet spot: temperatures still pleasant (18–24°C), accommodation can be 30–40% cheaper than peak, and crowds thin markedly after the Palio season ends.
Tempo e embalagem
Siena sits on a hill at 322m and can be five degrees cooler than Florence with sudden afternoon thunderclaps in summer. Pack a light rain jacket even if the forecast looks perfect, and closed-toe walking shoes for cobbled slopes.
Livro City Briefing — Siena
- The ZTL (limited traffic zone) enforcement in central Siena has expanded: guests driving to hotels inside the walls must pre-register licence plates via their accommodation; failure to do so results in fines posted weeks later. Confirm this with LaTorre before arrival.
- New pedestrianisation on Via Banchi di Sopra (main shopping street) from June 2025 means taxis and delivery vans are restricted 10am–6pm; allow extra walk time if you park in the Stadio parking lot.
- The new Siena–Florence direct coach service (Tiemme line 131R) now runs every 30 minutes in summer, reducing bus terminal queues at Piazza Gramsci. Buy tickets via the Tiemme app to avoid the machine crush.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Fattoria LaTorre, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request rooms on the first floor (European first floor, which is one flight up). These rooms are quieter because they sit above ground-level activity without being exposed to rooftop heat or guest traffic above.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms, especially those facing the road (loc la villa). Street noise from local traffic and early-morning delivery vans is noticeable. Also avoid rooms near the stairwell – sound carries in older buildings.
Best views
Rooms on the side facing the Tuscan hills (south-west side, away from the road) get open countryside views. The address confirms it’s in a rural spot on the edge of San Gimignano, not in the historic centre, so hill views are the main draw.
Quietest floors
First floor (one level up from reception) is the quietest. The property is a converted farmhouse, so upper floors may have creaky floorboards.
🔊 Noise notes
The hotel is on loc la villa, a local road connecting San Gimignano to the SS429. Light vehicle noise during the day, quiet at night. The biggest actual noise source is the gravel crunch from cars arriving and departing. Also, the building lacks a lift – expect some footfall on the stairs.
Insider tips
1. Parking is free on-site but spaces nearest the entrance fill by 11am – park slightly further down the gravel drive for easier exit. 2. Request a room on the first floor with a south-west facing window when booking; email the hotel directly rather than using a third-party site for better compliance.
- 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
Instalações do hotel — Fattoria LaTorre
Free Wi-Fi in common areas and some rooms; speed moderate (approx 10 Mbps); no login constraints
No lift; property is a historic farmhouse with stairs only; ground-floor rooms are available
No digital newsstand; complimentary physical newspapers at breakfast (Corriere della Sera, La Nazione); building is a restored 13th-century farmhouse, original stone walls and beamed ceilings
Check-in 14:00–20:00; late arrivals over 20:00 by prior arrangement; bag drop from 10:00; check-out by 10:00, late check-out (if available) subject to €30 fee
Free luggage storage in locked room; no cost
No step-free access; main entrance has a step and narrow doorways; ground-floor room with bathroom available, but no dedicated wheelchair-adapted room; not suitable for guests with limited mobility
Free on-site parking (unreserved, first-come first-served); nearest public car park is Parcheggio Montemaggio (€3 per day, 600 m walk); no EV charging
Taxas, Taxas e Depósitos
City / tourist tax: €1.50 per person per night (ages 10+), payable at check-out
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking via credit card; €100 cash hold for incidentals at check-in
Dinheiro e moeda
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use bank ATMs inside post offices or bank branches for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at train stations or tourist spots, which charge high commissions and poor rates.
Contactless cards are accepted in most restaurants, supermarkets, and shops, though small bars or market stalls may require cash under €10. Apple/Google Pay work where contactless is accepted.
Round up the bill or leave 5–10% in restaurants if service is good; taxis and hotel staff appreciate a euro or two for bags, but tipping isn't expected.
Comer, Comprar e Viajar em um Orçamento
Cheap car hire →A caffè (espresso) at the bar counter costs around €1.20; sitting at a table doubles the price.
A panino or slice of pizza from a forno (bakery) or al taglio shop costs €5–7, often eaten standing or on a bench in the piazza.
A pasta or meat main in a casual trattoria runs €12–16; house wine by the glass is €3–5.
Pizza al taglio (by the slice) and focaccia sandwiches from bakeries near Piazza della Cisterna; also local schiacciata (stuffed flatbread) from small delis.
Coop and Conad are the main supermarket chains in this area; both have reliable produce and decent deli counters.
For cheap basics, head to the OVS or UPIM in Siena's centre; markets like the weekly one in San Gimignano (Wednesdays) sell casual clothing and accessories at low prices.
A walk around San Gimignano is free and easiest; for longer trips, Siena's urban bus day pass costs €4.70 (buy at tobacco shops). From Florence airport, take the T1 tram to the bus station then a direct bus to San Gimignano (€14–17).
Buy water and snacks at supermarkets (Conad/Coop) rather than tourist kiosks; eat lunch at a forno or market stall instead of a sit-down restaurant; visit major sights in late afternoon for shorter queues.
É bom saber — Siena
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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 Fattoria LaTorre
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Vindo ao redor
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.
Perguntas frequentes
What are the best rooms at Fattoria LaTorre?
Request rooms on the first floor (European first floor, which is one flight up). These rooms are quieter because they sit above ground-level activity without being exposed to rooftop heat or guest traffic above.
Which rooms should I avoid at Fattoria LaTorre?
Avoid ground-floor rooms, especially those facing the road (loc la villa). Street noise from local traffic and early-morning delivery vans is noticeable. Also avoid rooms near the stairwell – sound carries in older buildings.
Is Fattoria LaTorre noisy?
The hotel is on loc la villa, a local road connecting San Gimignano to the SS429. Light vehicle noise during the day, quiet at night. The biggest actual noise source is the gravel crunch from cars arriving and departing. Also, the building lacks a lift – expect some footfall on the stairs.
Which rooms have the best views at Fattoria LaTorre?
Rooms on the side facing the Tuscan hills (south-west side, away from the road) get open countryside views. The address confirms it’s in a rural spot on the edge of San Gimignano, not in the historic centre, so hill views are the main draw.
What are insider tips for staying at Fattoria LaTorre?
1. Parking is free on-site but spaces nearest the entrance fill by 11am – park slightly further down the gravel drive for easier exit. 2. Request a room on the first floor with a south-west facing window when booking; email the hotel directly rather than using a third-party site for better compliance.
What time is check-in at Fattoria LaTorre?
Check-in at Fattoria LaTorre is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Fattoria LaTorre have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi in common areas and some rooms; speed moderate (approx 10 Mbps); no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at Fattoria LaTorre?
€1.50 per person per night (ages 10+), payable at check-out
Where can I eat cheaply near Fattoria LaTorre?
A panino or slice of pizza from a forno (bakery) or al taglio shop costs €5–7, often eaten standing or on a bench in the piazza.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Fattoria LaTorre?
A walk around San Gimignano is free and easiest; for longer trips, Siena's urban bus day pass costs €4.70 (buy at tobacco shops). From Florence airport, take the T1 tram to the bus station then a direct bus to San Gimignano (€14–17).
When is the best time to visit Siena?
May, June, September: warm sunshine (22–28°C), long daylight hours, and the main tourist crush hasn't arrived or has eased. These months also see fewer thunderstorms than April or October.
Principais atrações em 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.