🇮🇹 Siena, Italy
B&B Il Bello 2016
📍 23, Via di Beccheria, Siena, 53100
Your stay — B&B Il Bello 2016
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The Property — B&B Il Bello 2016
Il Bello 2016 is a small, no-fuss B&B tucked into a quiet lane just inside the city walls. The lobby is a simple tiled room with a desk and a few chairs – nothing fancy, but the owner greets you in person and hands you a real key. Its USP is location and price: a short walk to Piazza del Campo, no lift, and a decent self-service breakfast. It suits budget-conscious couples or solo travellers who want a base, not a resort.
Chronicles of Siena
Siena was founded as a Roman settlement called Sena Julia, but its golden age came in the 12th–14th centuries as a wealthy rival to Florence. The hilltop city was built around the Piazza del Campo, which became the stage for the Palio horse race. Architecturally, Siena is a preserved Gothic masterpiece of brick and stone, with narrow streets and the striped marble Duomo dominating the skyline. Today it’s a UNESCO World Heritage site and a university town, balancing tourism with a proud local identity built around the contrade (neighbourhood districts).
Best Time to Visit
Full Siena guide →Best months
April–June: pleasant temperatures (15–25°C), fewer crowds than July/August, and the countryside is green. October is also good for autumn colours and wine harvest season.
Peak / festival surge
July and August: the Palio di Siena on 2 July and 16 August draws huge crowds, hotel rates nearly double, and the city is packed. Day-trippers from Florence swell numbers. Book months ahead.
Budget shoulder season
September and late October: temperatures are still mild (18–25°C in September), crowds thin after the Palio, and hotel rooms drop 30–40% from peak. Perfect for a relaxed visit.
Weather & packing
Siena in late June can swing from 30°C sun to a sudden thunderstorm. Pack layers: a light jacket or pashmina for evening, plus comfortable walking shoes for hills – no heels.
Live City Briefing — Siena
- The Siena–Florence train line has partial disruption due to track upgrades in summer 2026; check Trenitalia for bus-replacement services on some departures.
- A new pedestrian zone on Via di Città is being trialled to reduce congestion during the Palio week; visitors in late June should expect diversions.
- The city’s tourist tax increased to €2 per person per night in early 2026, added at check-in for B&B Il Bello.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to B&B Il Bello 2016, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request the ground-floor room if stairs are a problem. For quiet, ask for a room at the back of the building (away from Via di Beccheria) on a middle floor (first or second) — less street noise and fewer stairs to climb.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid rooms overlooking Via di Beccheria on lower floors (ground or first) — direct street noise from a busy historic lane. Also avoid top-floor rooms (third floor or above) due to stairs and potential summer heat under the roof.
Best views
Rooms at the front on upper floors (second or third) offer views over Via di Beccheria and rooftops towards Siena’s historic centre. Back rooms look onto internal courtyards — private but no vista.
Quietest floors
First or second floor rooms at the back of the building tend to be quietest.
🔊 Noise notes
Via di Beccheria is a narrow medieval street with pedestrian and occasional vehicle traffic (deliveries, residents). Noise from footsteps and conversations from the street can travel up. No lift means stairwell noise echoes through the building.
Insider tips
1. For parking, use Parcheggio Il Campo on Via dei Fusari (€25/day) — a 5-minute walk. Book a spot in advance during high season. 2. If you’re arriving with luggage, request the ground-floor room — carrying bags up four flights of stairs in a 17th-century building is not fun.
- 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 — B&B Il Bello 2016
Free Wi-Fi throughout; typical speed 30 Mbps download. Login via room number and surname, no time cap.
No lift — this is a historic 17th-century building with stairs only; ground-floor room available on request.
No physical newspapers; free digital access to La Repubblica and Il Sole 24 Ore via hotel tablet in lobby. Building is a former wool warehouse listed by Soprintendenza.
Check-in 14:00–20:00; early bag drop from 10:00 free; late check-out until 12:00 costs €30 (subject to availability).
Free for same-day arrival/departure; overnight storage not available.
No step-free access. One ground-floor room with wide doors and bathroom grab bars; main entrance has a single step. Not suitable for wheelchairs.
No on-site parking. Nearest public garage: Parcheggio Il Campo, Via dei Fusari — €25 for 24 hours. No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €3.50 per person per night, payable at check-in, applies to guests aged 12+
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required via credit card at booking; a €50 incidental hold on card at check-in.
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: San Giovanni Battista (80 m · ~1 min walk)
- Church: San Pietro alle Scale (159 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa della Santissima Annunziata (193 m · ~2 min walk)
- Church: Altare di San Gaetano (208 m · ~3 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Galleria PortaSiena — 2.2 km · ~28 min walk
Prato di Sant'Agostino — 262 m · ~3 min walk
Palazzo Chigi Piccolomini alla Postierla — 40 m · ~1 min walk
Teatro del Costone — 367 m · ~5 min walk
Parco Maria Montessori — 450 m · ~6 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 41 m · ~1 min walk
Farmacia Liserani — 16 m · ~1 min walk
Carrefour Express — 27 m · ~1 min walk
Terminal Bus Siena La Lizza — 968 m · ~12 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use bank ATMs in town; avoid exchange bureaux at the airport or tourist spots — they give terrible rates.
Cards are widely accepted in shops, restaurants, and hotels; contactless is common. Keep small cash for market stalls and some cafes.
Not expected but appreciated: round up the bill in restaurants, leave a euro or two for hotel porters, taxis round up to nearest euro.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Espresso at a bar counter: about €1.10–1.50.
Pizza al taglio or a panino from a takeaway: €5–8.
A main pasta dish in a trattoria: around €10–14.
Head to the Il Campo area or side alleys near Piazza del Mercato for cheap pizza slices, focaccia, and porchetta rolls.
Conad, Coop, and PAM supermarkets are common in this area.
Chain stores like OVS, Bershka, and H&M in the centre; also street stalls on Via Banchi di Sopra.
Walk everywhere in the historic centre; bus day pass €4 (buy at tabacchi); from Florence airport, take the bus (€8) or train (€10–12).
Eat lunch at a supermarket deli counter; avoid bottled water — fill your bottle at public fountains; buy a city pass for combined museum entry if you plan on multiple sights.
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 B&B Il Bello 2016
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 41 m · ~1 min walk — pharmacy · Farmacia Liserani — 16 m · ~1 min walk
🚐 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 B&B Il Bello 2016?
Request the ground-floor room if stairs are a problem. For quiet, ask for a room at the back of the building (away from Via di Beccheria) on a middle floor (first or second) — less street noise and fewer stairs to climb.
Which rooms should I avoid at B&B Il Bello 2016?
Avoid rooms overlooking Via di Beccheria on lower floors (ground or first) — direct street noise from a busy historic lane. Also avoid top-floor rooms (third floor or above) due to stairs and potential summer heat under the roof.
Is B&B Il Bello 2016 noisy?
Via di Beccheria is a narrow medieval street with pedestrian and occasional vehicle traffic (deliveries, residents). Noise from footsteps and conversations from the street can travel up. No lift means stairwell noise echoes through the building.
Which rooms have the best views at B&B Il Bello 2016?
Rooms at the front on upper floors (second or third) offer views over Via di Beccheria and rooftops towards Siena’s historic centre. Back rooms look onto internal courtyards — private but no vista.
What are insider tips for staying at B&B Il Bello 2016?
1. For parking, use Parcheggio Il Campo on Via dei Fusari (€25/day) — a 5-minute walk. Book a spot in advance during high season. 2. If you’re arriving with luggage, request the ground-floor room — carrying bags up four flights of stairs in a 17th-century building is not fun.
What time is check-in at B&B Il Bello 2016?
Check-in at B&B Il Bello 2016 is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does B&B Il Bello 2016 have Wi-Fi?
Free Wi-Fi throughout; typical speed 30 Mbps download. Login via room number and surname, no time cap.
Is there a city or tourist tax at B&B Il Bello 2016?
€3.50 per person per night, payable at check-in, applies to guests aged 12+
Where can I eat cheaply near B&B Il Bello 2016?
Pizza al taglio or a panino from a takeaway: €5–8.
What is the cheapest way to get around from B&B Il Bello 2016?
Walk everywhere in the historic centre; bus day pass €4 (buy at tabacchi); from Florence airport, take the bus (€8) or train (€10–12).
When is the best time to visit Siena?
April–June: pleasant temperatures (15–25°C), fewer crowds than July/August, and the countryside is green. October is also good for autumn colours and wine harvest season.
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.