🇮🇹 Siena, Italy
Dimora Storica Palazzo Barabesi
📍 Via dei Montanini, 49, 53100 Siena SI, Italy
Photo: official website
Your stay — Dimora Storica Palazzo Barabesi
Live forecast for your dates · what's on · air quality & pollen📅 Pick your check-in & check-out above to unlock your day-by-day forecast, what's on during your stay, and live air quality & pollen for Siena.
The Property — Dimora Storica Palazzo Barabesi
Dimora Storica Palazzo Barabesi sits in a quiet corner of Siena, a 3-star with serious historic bones. The lobby feels like a noble’s private study — dark wood, stone walls, a whiff of old books. It suits light sleepers who want peace after a day on the crowded medieval streets, and anyone who values a terrace with a view over the red rooftops over a full-service concierge.
Chronicles of Siena
Siena was founded by the Etruscans and reborn as a fiercely independent republic in the 12th century, rivalling Florence. Its Gothic core is largely intact because its bank’s collapse in the 1300s froze further building. The shell-shaped Piazza del Campo, the city’s physical and emotional centre, has hosted the Palio horse race since 1644. Today, Siena balances UNESCO fame with everyday university life, its bakeries still selling the same saffron-biscuit recipe used by medieval pilgrims.
Best Time to Visit
Full Siena guide →Best months
May and September for balmy 20°C highs, low rain, and thin crowds before/after summer crunch.
Peak / festival surge
August and especially the Palio week (2 July & 16 August). Temperatures hit 30°C+, beds are booked months ahead, and 3-star rooms like Barabesi double in price. The race itself (2 July version) is the main driver.
Budget shoulder season
Late April and October. April can still see showers, but room rates drop 30-40%. October offers quiet streets, harvest flavours, and mild days around 18°C.
Weather & packing
Siena sits on a steep hill, so you’ll be walking up and down all day. Pack layers — a light jumper for evening breezes in June, and shoes with grip for cobblestones, not sandals.
Live City Briefing — Siena
- The city’s new limited-traffic zone (ZTL) enforcement starts June 2026 with automated cameras, so driving up to the hotel is now strictly by permit only — use the escalator car parks below the walls.
- Siena’s main archaeological museum, Santa Maria della Scala, reopens its restored Oratory wing in June 2026 after three years of works.
- June 2026’s weather outlook is hotter than average, so the Palio practice races (Provaccia, 26 June) will be packed and the city will run extra cooling stations in Piazza del Campo.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Dimora Storica Palazzo Barabesi, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the second or third floor facing the inner courtyard. These are quieter and get better light in the afternoon.
Rooms to avoid
Skip street-facing rooms on the first and second floors. Via dei Montanini is a busy road, and noise from traffic and pedestrians carries clearly up to about the second floor.
Best views
The inner courtyard offers a calm vista of the palace's original stonework and greenery. No expansive city panorama, but far more restful than the street side.
Quietest floors
Second and third floors (lift serves all three, so no climbing issues).
🔊 Noise notes
Via dei Montanini is a main axis for local traffic and pedestrian routes to Piazza del Campo. Expect daytime noise and occasional late-night revellers on weekends. Courtyard rooms are significantly quieter.
Insider tips
Park at Parcheggio Il Campo (€25/night, 5-min walk). For check-in, use the side ramp at 51 Via dei Montanini if you have luggage. Request a third-floor courtyard room for quietest sleep and best natural light.
- 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 — Dimora Storica Palazzo Barabesi
free Wi-Fi throughout, speeds around 15 Mbps down, no login required
yes, serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections
no digital newsstand; no physical newspapers; the building is a 14th-century palazzo with frescoed ceilings and original stone staircase
check-in from 14:00 to 20:00, early bag drop allowed from 08:00, late check-out available until 12:00 for €20
free for day-of-arrival before check-in and day-of-departure after check-out; stored in back office
step-free entry via side ramp at 51 Via dei Montanini; lift to all floors; no designated accessible rooms but standard bathrooms have grab rails
no on-site parking; nearest public car park is Parcheggio Il Campo at €25/night; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €2 per person per night for the first 5 nights, children under 12 exempt
Deposit & card hold: full prepayment required at booking for non-refundable rates; refundable rates hold a €50 deposit on credit card; a damage deposit of €50 is held on the 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
Type C/F/L · 230V
safe
$1 ≈ €0.88 · EUR
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 Dimora Storica Palazzo Barabesi
🕒 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 Dimora Storica Palazzo Barabesi?
Request a room on the second or third floor facing the inner courtyard. These are quieter and get better light in the afternoon.
Which rooms should I avoid at Dimora Storica Palazzo Barabesi?
Skip street-facing rooms on the first and second floors. Via dei Montanini is a busy road, and noise from traffic and pedestrians carries clearly up to about the second floor.
Is Dimora Storica Palazzo Barabesi noisy?
Via dei Montanini is a main axis for local traffic and pedestrian routes to Piazza del Campo. Expect daytime noise and occasional late-night revellers on weekends. Courtyard rooms are significantly quieter.
Which rooms have the best views at Dimora Storica Palazzo Barabesi?
The inner courtyard offers a calm vista of the palace's original stonework and greenery. No expansive city panorama, but far more restful than the street side.
What are insider tips for staying at Dimora Storica Palazzo Barabesi?
Park at Parcheggio Il Campo (€25/night, 5-min walk). For check-in, use the side ramp at 51 Via dei Montanini if you have luggage. Request a third-floor courtyard room for quietest sleep and best natural light.
What time is check-in at Dimora Storica Palazzo Barabesi?
Check-in at Dimora Storica Palazzo Barabesi is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Dimora Storica Palazzo Barabesi have Wi-Fi?
free Wi-Fi throughout, speeds around 15 Mbps down, no login required
Is there a city or tourist tax at Dimora Storica Palazzo Barabesi?
€2 per person per night for the first 5 nights, children under 12 exempt
Where can I eat cheaply near Dimora Storica Palazzo Barabesi?
Pizza al taglio or a panino from a takeaway: €5–8.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Dimora Storica Palazzo Barabesi?
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?
May and September for balmy 20°C highs, low rain, and thin crowds before/after summer crunch.
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.