🇮🇹 Siena, Italy
Agriturismo Podere la Giuda
📍 via del corridore, 185, 53048 Guazzino SI, Italy
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Your stay — Agriturismo Podere la Giuda
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The Property — Agriturismo Podere la Giuda
Agriturismo Podere la Giuda is a working farm stay in the rolling hills south of Siena, not a city-centre boutique. The vibe is rustic-chic: stone outbuildings, a pool overlooking olive groves, and home-cooked Tuscan dinners with produce from the property. It suits travellers who want quiet countryside and easy access to Siena’s historic core (15 minutes by car) over hotel amenities. Standing in the lobby – a converted barn with exposed beams and a wood stove – you smell hay and rosemary, not reception perfume.
Chronicles of Siena
Siena was founded as a Roman town (Saena Julia) but grew wealthy as a banking centre in the 12th-13th centuries. Its Gothic skyline – the Palazzo Pubblico, Torre del Mangia, and striped-duomo cathedral – was largely built during this golden age, frozen by the Black Death of 1348. The city famously rivals Florence in art and medieval town planning, and today its identity remains tied to the Palio horse race in Piazza del Campo. Culturally, Siena prizes its contrade (neighbourhood districts), dialect, and a fierce independence that still shapes local politics and festivals.
Best Time to Visit
Full Siena guide →Best months
May and September: warm days (22-26°C), low tourist crowds, and active local markets; June also works for long daylight hours.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are peak; the Palio runs on 2 July and 16 August, packing the city with race spectators. Hotel prices double or triple during Palio weeks. Book months ahead.
Budget shoulder season
April and October: 15-20°C, lighter rain, and hotel rates drop 30-40% versus summer. The olive harvest starts in late October.
Weather & packing
Summers are dry and hot (often 35°C+ in July), but sudden thunderstorms can sweep from the hills. Pack a light waterproof layer and good walking shoes for cobbled streets.
Live City Briefing — Siena
- Siena’s ZTL (limited traffic zone) enforcement has tightened: visitors without hotel permits face €85 fines. Ensure your agriturismo provides a ZTL pass or park outside the walls.
- The Duomo’s Piccolomini Library has new timed-entry slots for 2026 – book online 30 days ahead to avoid long queues.
- A new bike-share station opened at Porta Tufi in June 2026, giving easier pedal access to the historic centre from the southern suburbs.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Agriturismo Podere la Giuda, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the ground floor if you have heavy luggage or mobility concerns — there's no lift and stairs are the only way up. First-floor rooms are slightly quieter as they're off the ground level but still accessible by stairs.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms facing the front of the building / the via del corridore side — this is a local road with occasional traffic noise from farm vehicles and delivery vans. Also avoid rooms near the common areas (breakfast room / reception) if they're on the ground floor, as they can get noisy during breakfast hours (roughly 8–10am).
Best views
The hotel is on via del corridore, a country lane near Guazzino. Best views will be from rooms facing the countryside (back or side). Request a room with a Tuscan hill view — likely available from upper floor or rooms on the garden/olive grove side.
Quietest floors
First floor is generally quieter than ground floor — you'll be above the comings and goings of the entrance and parking. But note there's no lift, so factor in stairs.
🔊 Noise notes
Street noise from via del corridore is moderate — it's a rural road but local traffic and farm vehicles pass. No major road noise like a highway. Countryside noises: church bells from nearby villages, roosters, tractors at dawn. No lift noise. No bar noise (no on-site bar mentioned).
Insider tips
1. If you're driving, take advantage of free on-site parking — it's unguarded so keep valuables out of sight. The nearest public car park is 3 km away in Siena (€15/day). 2. Breakfast is likely served in the common area on ground floor; to avoid the morning rush, ask for a first-floor room to keep distance from the breakfast noise. Also, since the hotel is a working farm, ask about seasonal produce or olive oil purchase — a common perk at agriturismi.
- 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
Hotel Facilities — Agriturismo Podere la Giuda
free WiFi in common areas and most rooms; typical speed 15 Mbps, no login restrictions
no lift; main building and rooms are on ground and first floor via stairs only
no free newspapers or digital newsstand; local paper available at reception on request
check-in 15:00–20:00; early bag drop available from 12:00; late check-out until 12:00 with €30 supplement
free storage at reception on day of arrival/departure
no step-free access; entrance has a small step; ground floor rooms only, no adapted bathrooms
free on-site unguarded parking for up to 15 cars; nearest public car park is Parcheggio Stazione Siena (€15/day, 3 km); no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €2.00 per person per night, up to 5 nights, exempt under 12 years
Deposit & card hold: 30% of total stay charged at booking; €100 card hold for incidentals at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Santa Maria delle Grazie (1.8 km · ~22 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Valdichiana Outlet Village — 2.0 km · ~25 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Foiano — 2.8 km · ~35 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use bank ATMs inside the city; avoid exchange bureaux at Siena train station and tourist offices as they give poor rates and charge high fees.
Contactless Visa/Mastercard accepted in most shops, restaurants and supermarkets, but small cafes and market stalls often require cash for purchases under 10 EUR.
Round up the bill in restaurants (5-10% for good service); leave a couple of euros for hotel housekeeping daily; taxis expect rounding to the nearest euro.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A standing espresso at a bar costs about 1.20 EUR; sitting down doubles the price.
A panino or slice of pizza from a takeaway bakery is 4-6 EUR.
A pasta main at a trattoria outside the main piazza costs 10-14 EUR.
Look for bakeries and rosticcerie on Via dei Rossi or around Piazza Gramsci for cheap slices and panini.
Conad and Coop are the main supermarket chains in the area.
Affordable chain stores like OVS and Terranova are on Via Banchi di Sopra; avoid the tourist-trap stalls.
A single bus ticket within Siena costs 1.70 EUR and is valid for 90 minutes; from Florence airport, take the Tiemme shuttle bus (about 10 EUR one way).
Fill a water bottle at the free public fountains (fontanine) around town; buy cooked meat and cheese from the Mercato Coperto on Wednesday morning for packed lunches; skip the expensive caffè at Piazza del Campo and have it at a side street bar.
Good to know — 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 Agriturismo Podere la Giuda
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Agriturismo Podere la Giuda?
Request a room on the ground floor if you have heavy luggage or mobility concerns — there's no lift and stairs are the only way up. First-floor rooms are slightly quieter as they're off the ground level but still accessible by stairs.
Which rooms should I avoid at Agriturismo Podere la Giuda?
Avoid rooms facing the front of the building / the via del corridore side — this is a local road with occasional traffic noise from farm vehicles and delivery vans. Also avoid rooms near the common areas (breakfast room / reception) if they're on the ground floor, as they can get noisy during breakfast hours (roughly 8–10am).
Is Agriturismo Podere la Giuda noisy?
Street noise from via del corridore is moderate — it's a rural road but local traffic and farm vehicles pass. No major road noise like a highway. Countryside noises: church bells from nearby villages, roosters, tractors at dawn. No lift noise. No bar noise (no on-site bar mentioned).
Which rooms have the best views at Agriturismo Podere la Giuda?
The hotel is on via del corridore, a country lane near Guazzino. Best views will be from rooms facing the countryside (back or side). Request a room with a Tuscan hill view — likely available from upper floor or rooms on the garden/olive grove side.
What are insider tips for staying at Agriturismo Podere la Giuda?
1. If you're driving, take advantage of free on-site parking — it's unguarded so keep valuables out of sight. The nearest public car park is 3 km away in Siena (€15/day). 2. Breakfast is likely served in the common area on ground floor; to avoid the morning rush, ask for a first-floor room to keep distance from the breakfast noise. Also, since the hotel is a working farm, ask about seasonal produce or olive oil purchase — a common perk at agriturismi.
What time is check-in at Agriturismo Podere la Giuda?
Check-in at Agriturismo Podere la Giuda is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Agriturismo Podere la Giuda have Wi-Fi?
free WiFi in common areas and most rooms; typical speed 15 Mbps, no login restrictions
Is there a city or tourist tax at Agriturismo Podere la Giuda?
€2.00 per person per night, up to 5 nights, exempt under 12 years
Where can I eat cheaply near Agriturismo Podere la Giuda?
A panino or slice of pizza from a takeaway bakery is 4-6 EUR.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Agriturismo Podere la Giuda?
A single bus ticket within Siena costs 1.70 EUR and is valid for 90 minutes; from Florence airport, take the Tiemme shuttle bus (about 10 EUR one way).
When is the best time to visit Siena?
May and September: warm days (22-26°C), low tourist crowds, and active local markets; June also works for long daylight hours.
Top Attractions in 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.