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Il Poderaccio

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A propriedade — Il Poderaccio

Il Poderaccio is a functional three-star on a hill two kilometres north of Siena's centre, set in a converted farmhouse with a pool and olive grove. The lobby is tiled, modest and smells of beeswax; the vibe is practical rather than charming, suited to drivers who want clean rooms, free parking and easy motorway access rather than Tuscan romance. It works best as a budget base for a day trip into the walled city, not as a destination in itself.

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Crónicas de Siena

Siena was a powerful medieval republic that rivalled Florence until the devastating Black Death of 1348 cut its population by half and ended its expansion. Its Gothic core, built around the shell-shaped Piazza del Campo, was largely frozen in brick-and-stone after the 1555 defeat by Florence, preserving a uniquely cohesive cityscape. Today the contrade – 17 historic neighbourhoods – still organise the Palio horse race, a bareback, chaotic ritual that dominates local identity. Siena is a UNESCO World Heritage site, but also a living Tuscan town where banks and bakeries occupy the same palazzi.

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Melhores meses

May, June and September – warm days, low rain, and the crowds of July–August have not yet arrived or have already left.

Peak / Festival Surge

July and August, especially 2 July and 16 August for the Palio race. Prices at Il Poderaccio roughly double; every hotel in Siena is fully booked. The Palio fills the Campo with 30,000 spectators and the city feels frantic.

Orçamento da temporada

April and October – cooler averages (14–20°C), lower prices from mid‑October, and still enough daylight for walking the historic centre.

Tempo e embalagem

Siena sits at 322m on a ridge; evenings cool sharply even in July, so you need a light jacket or cardigan. Pack one long-sleeved layer per day, even if the forecast says 30°C.

Livro City Briefing — Siena

  • The central Piazza del Campo is closed to traffic during the entire Palio week (late June–early July) and access requires a ticket; check in advance if you plan to watch.
  • A partial pedestrianisation of Via Banchi di Sopra, the main shopping street, was introduced in 2025 and is expected to continue through summer 2026 – buses now reroute via Via Ricasoli.
  • The Porta San Marco parking lot near the station has been reduced in capacity due to construction of a new bike-share hub; drivers should book a spot via the city's park-siena app.

Your Perfect Room

✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026

Before you check in to Il Poderaccio, here's what to know about choosing the right room.

Best rooms to request

Request a room on the first floor (European first floor, one flight up) facing the internal courtyard. These rooms are quieter and have a more private feel, away from any street-facing windows.

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Rooms to avoid

Avoid rooms on the ground floor – they may have street-level noise, less privacy, and a slightly damp feel. Also avoid rooms directly above the main entrance or stairwell if you're a light sleeper.

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Best views

Siena is a hilltop city, so rooms facing away from the street might overlook neighbouring rooftops or a courtyard. No guaranteed panorama, but a higher floor (second or third) could offer a glimpse of the Siena skyline.

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Quietest floors

First floor and above, especially those away from the lift shaft and main staircase. The first floor is a good balance of quiet and easy access.

🔊 Noise notes

The address 'Siena' implies a central or semi-central location – expect street noise from scooters, delivery vans, and pedestrian chatter. Nearby restaurants or bars may have evening hum. Internal courtyard rooms are your best bet for a quiet night.

Insider tips

1. If you drive, confirm parking in advance – Siena's historic centre is restricted, so the hotel may have an arrangement with a nearby garage. 2. Ask for a room on the first floor courtyard side at check-in – it's an easy request that often isn't highlighted online.

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

Instalações do hotel — Il Poderaccio

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Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi (Fiber 100 Mbps) throughout; no login limit, single network password from reception

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Lift / Elevator

No lift. All rooms on ground or first floor via stairs — no historic section restrictions, but limited accessibility for mobility-impaired

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Media & Newspapers

No physical papers or digital newsstand. The building is a converted 19th-century stone farmhouse with original terracotta tiles and exposed beams

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Check-in / Check-out

Standard check-in 14:00–20:00. Early bag-drop from 11:00 if room ready. Late check-out until 12:00 free, after 12:00 €30 until 15:00 (subject to availability)

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Baggage Storage

Free in a locked room (no locker) if room not ready or after checkout — ask at reception

Accessibility

Step-free access only via gravel path and a small ramp (max 3 steps) to reception; no wheelchair-adapted rooms; stairs to first-floor rooms with no alternative route

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Parking

Free on-site parking (unreserved, gravel lot). Nearest public car park: 'Parcheggio Stazione FS' (Piazzale Rosselli) €2.50/hour or €15/day. No EV charging

Taxas, Taxas e Depósitos

City / tourist tax: €2.00 per person per night (under 12s exempt)

Deposit & card hold: 50% advance deposit via bank transfer or credit card; €50 incidental hold on card at check-in

Faith & Dietary nas proximidades

  • Church: Chiesa del Corpus Domini (1.3 km · ~16 min walk)
  • Church: Chiesa di Santa Maria Maddalena a Santonovo (1.3 km · ~16 min walk)

Estilo de vida e recreação local

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Shopping

Centro Commerciale Montarioso — 2.0 km · ~25 min walk

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Walking & Running

Parco Charles Darwin — 1.7 km · ~21 min walk

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Museums & Galleries

Simus - Museo Anatomico Leonetto Comparini — 1.3 km · ~16 min walk

5 minutos de rádio essencial

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Nearest ATM

Monte dei Paschi di Siena — 1.1 km · ~13 min walk

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Nearest Pharmacy

Farmacia Laguardia — 1.4 km · ~17 min walk

Dinheiro e moeda

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Local currency

Euro, EUR

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Where to exchange

Use bank ATMs for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at the station or tourist offices, as they add poor rates and high fees.

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Cards & contactless

Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted in shops and restaurants; contactless works almost everywhere. Cash is still needed for small purchases and some market stalls.

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Tipping etiquette

Not expected, but rounding up the bill or leaving 1-2 euros for good service is appreciated. Taxis: round up to nearest euro. Hotel staff: 1-2 euros per bag or per night for housekeeping.

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Cheap coffee

A caffè (espresso) at a bar counter is around €1.10–1.30; avoid sitting at a table as that doubles the price.

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Best-value lunch

A panino or piadina from a takeaway spot costs €5-7; or a slice of pizza al taglio for about €3-4.

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Affordable dinner

A main course of pasta or secondi in a trattoria runs €12-18; look for fixed-price 'menu del giorno' for €15-20.

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Street food & cheap eats

The main strip (Via Banchi di Sopra) and Piazza del Campo have kiosks and bakeries selling pizza slices, focaccia, and lampredotto panini for quick, cheap eating.

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Budget groceries

Conad, Coop, and Carrefour Express are the common budget supermarkets; also find a PAM or Eurospin on the outskirts.

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Affordable clothes

Corso Italia and Via Montanini have mid-range chain stores (like OVS, H&M, Zara); for cheaper finds, check the weekly market (Wednesday at Fortezza Medicea).

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Cheapest way around

The city is compact and walkable; for buses within the historic centre, a single ticket costs €1.50 (valid 70 min) from tabacchi. No train or tram serves Siena—the nearest budget airport is Florence (PLF), then a €1.50 FlixBus or Tiemme bus to Siena.

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Money-saving tips

Fill a water bottle at the public fountains (free and safe). Eat at lunchtime when menus are often cheaper than dinner. Buy a Siena Card for combined museum access if visiting multiple sights.

É bom saber — Siena

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Plugs & power

Type C/F/L · 230V

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Tap water

safe

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Currency

$1 ≈ €0.88 · 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 Il Poderaccio

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

🧭 First things nearby: cash · Monte dei Paschi di Siena — 1.1 km · ~13 min walkpharmacy · Farmacia Laguardia — 1.4 km · ~17 min walk

🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →

Vindo ao redor

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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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Perguntas frequentes

What are the best rooms at Il Poderaccio?

Request a room on the first floor (European first floor, one flight up) facing the internal courtyard. These rooms are quieter and have a more private feel, away from any street-facing windows.

Which rooms should I avoid at Il Poderaccio?

Avoid rooms on the ground floor – they may have street-level noise, less privacy, and a slightly damp feel. Also avoid rooms directly above the main entrance or stairwell if you're a light sleeper.

Is Il Poderaccio noisy?

The address 'Siena' implies a central or semi-central location – expect street noise from scooters, delivery vans, and pedestrian chatter. Nearby restaurants or bars may have evening hum. Internal courtyard rooms are your best bet for a quiet night.

Which rooms have the best views at Il Poderaccio?

Siena is a hilltop city, so rooms facing away from the street might overlook neighbouring rooftops or a courtyard. No guaranteed panorama, but a higher floor (second or third) could offer a glimpse of the Siena skyline.

What are insider tips for staying at Il Poderaccio?

1. If you drive, confirm parking in advance – Siena's historic centre is restricted, so the hotel may have an arrangement with a nearby garage. 2. Ask for a room on the first floor courtyard side at check-in – it's an easy request that often isn't highlighted online.

What time is check-in at Il Poderaccio?

Check-in at Il Poderaccio is from null. Check-out is by null.

Does Il Poderaccio have Wi-Fi?

Free Wi-Fi (Fiber 100 Mbps) throughout; no login limit, single network password from reception

Is there a city or tourist tax at Il Poderaccio?

€2.00 per person per night (under 12s exempt)

Where can I eat cheaply near Il Poderaccio?

A panino or piadina from a takeaway spot costs €5-7; or a slice of pizza al taglio for about €3-4.

What is the cheapest way to get around from Il Poderaccio?

The city is compact and walkable; for buses within the historic centre, a single ticket costs €1.50 (valid 70 min) from tabacchi. No train or tram serves Siena—the nearest budget airport is Florence (PLF), then a €1.50 FlixBus or Tiemme bus to Siena.

When is the best time to visit Siena?

May, June and September – warm days, low rain, and the crowds of July–August have not yet arrived or have already left.

Principais atrações em Siena

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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