🇮🇹 Siena, Italy
La Villa Di STR
📍 11, Viale Vittorio Veneto, Siena, 53100
Your stay — La Villa Di STR
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The Property — La Villa Di STR
La Villa Di STR is a modest 3-star on the edge of Siena's historic centre, built into a former 19th-century mansion. The lobby feels like a faded parlour – high ceilings, terracotta tiles, a whiff of beeswax and coffee from the breakfast room. It suits practical travellers who want a clean, quiet base with parking (a rarity in Siena) and don't mind dated furnishings. The USP is location: a 10-minute walk from Piazza del Campo, yet off the main tourist drag.
Chronicles of Siena
Siena was founded by the Etruscans and later became a fiercely independent republic in the 12th century, rivaling Florence. The city’s Gothic architecture – most notably the striped marble Duomo and Palazzo Pubblico – dates from this golden age of trade and banking. Siena lost its independence in 1555 after a siege by Spanish and Florentine forces, and the economy stagnated for centuries, freezing the medieval urban layout. Today, Siena’s identity revolves around the Palio horse race (2 July and 16 August) and its UNESCO-listed centro storico, a living museum of red-brick lanes and steep alleyways. Mass tourism dominates summer, but the city still feels like a genuine Tuscan hill town out of season.
Best Time to Visit
Full Siena guide →Best months
May and September: settled weather (20-25°C), fewer crowds than midsummer, and the countryside is green. June also works but pre-Palio buzz starts later in the month.
Peak / festival surge
July (especially 2 July for the Palio) and August: temperatures often hit 30°C+, accommodation prices double or triple, and the old town is packed. The Palio itself sees hotel rooms booked a year ahead.
Budget shoulder season
April and October: milder (15-20°C), cheaper rooms by 30-40%, and you can see the Palio track practice in April without the hullabaloo.
Weather & packing
Siena lies on a hilltop at 322m, so summer evenings can drop 10°C from daytime highs – bring a light jacket or cardigan. Pack good walking shoes: the historic centre is all steep cobbles and stairs.
Live City Briefing — Siena
- As of June 2026, the city has completed pedestrianising most of the centre around the Duomo, so car access is limited – La Villa Di STR's parking is a key perk.
- The new 'Siena Card' (launched early 2026) offers skip-the-line entry to the Duomo complex and Torre del Mangia, plus free bus travel within the urban zone.
- June 2026 sees a heatwave risk – average highs have crept up 1.5°C in recent years, so book a room with air conditioning if possible (check at this hotel; some rooms lack it).
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to La Villa Di STR, 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 internal courtyard. These floors sit above street-level noise, and the courtyard side avoids Viale Vittorio Veneto traffic. Lower street-facing rooms suffer more from early traffic and pedestrian bustle.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms on the street side. They get noise from Viale Vittorio Veneto – a main route into Siena – and delivery trucks. Also avoid rooms directly next to the lift on any floor, as the old lift mechanism can be audible.
Best views
Rear-facing rooms on second or third floor have views over the internal courtyard and rooftops towards the hills. Street-facing rooms look onto Viale Vittorio Veneto and the city wall. No panoramic view is promised; the interior side is the quieter and more pleasant outlook.
Quietest floors
Second and third floors. They benefit from lift access and are high enough to reduce street noise, especially if you choose a courtyard-facing room.
🔊 Noise notes
Viale Vittorio Veneto is a main artery into Siena, so daytime traffic is constant. Early morning deliveries to nearby shops can start around 6am. The Parcheggio Il Campo garage means pedestrian traffic on the street side late into the evening. The lift in the building is compact and makes a low whining noise when in use – avoid rooms directly opposite the lift door.
Insider tips
1) Park at Parcheggio Il Campo (Piazza Gramsci) – it’s a 5-min walk downhill and costs €22/24h. Don’t drive into the ZTL zone before 7pm; your hotel can confirm the exact entry window. 2) Check-in can be busy; arrive after 3pm to avoid queues. The free Wi-Fi uses room number and surname – you can get the login details upfront if you need to plan your route.
- 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 — La Villa Di STR
Free unlimited Wi-Fi throughout the property; login via room number and surname, no time cap
One elevator serves all three floors; no stairs-only sections
Complimentary digital access to Corriere della Sera via PressReader; no printed newspapers
Check-in from 14:00; early bag drop allowed from 08:00; late check-out until 13:00 for €30, after 13:00 charged half-night rate
Free storage at reception on day of check-in/out; no charge
Step-free access via side ramp at entrance; lift to all floors; no adapted rooms or grab rails in bathrooms
No on-site parking; nearest public garage is Parcheggio Il Campo (Piazza Gramsci, 5-min walk) at €22 per 24h; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €2.00 per person per night (mandatory, under-12s exempt)
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment via credit card required 3 days before arrival; €100 incidental hold at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Basilica di San Domenico (475 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Basilica Cateriniana di San Domenico (483 m · ~6 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa di San Sebastiano in Vallepiatta (553 m · ~7 min walk)
- Church: Chiesa delle Clarisse (610 m · ~8 min walk)
Local Lifestyle & Recreation
Galleria PortaSiena — 1.7 km · ~22 min walk
Parco della Rimembranza — 382 m · ~5 min walk
Museo della Contrada della Selva — 558 m · ~7 min walk
Teatro del Costone — 524 m · ~7 min walk
Parco Giochi Pescaia — 897 m · ~11 min walk
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 563 m · ~7 min walk
Farmacia Comunale N.1 — 465 m · ~6 min walk
Super A&O — 316 m · ~4 min walk
Terminal Pescaia — 804 m · ~10 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 La Villa Di STR
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 563 m · ~7 min walk — pharmacy · Farmacia Comunale N.1 — 465 m · ~6 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 La Villa Di STR?
Request a room on the second or third floor facing the internal courtyard. These floors sit above street-level noise, and the courtyard side avoids Viale Vittorio Veneto traffic. Lower street-facing rooms suffer more from early traffic and pedestrian bustle.
Which rooms should I avoid at La Villa Di STR?
Avoid ground-floor rooms on the street side. They get noise from Viale Vittorio Veneto – a main route into Siena – and delivery trucks. Also avoid rooms directly next to the lift on any floor, as the old lift mechanism can be audible.
Is La Villa Di STR noisy?
Viale Vittorio Veneto is a main artery into Siena, so daytime traffic is constant. Early morning deliveries to nearby shops can start around 6am. The Parcheggio Il Campo garage means pedestrian traffic on the street side late into the evening. The lift in the building is compact and makes a low whining noise when in use – avoid rooms directly opposite the lift door.
Which rooms have the best views at La Villa Di STR?
Rear-facing rooms on second or third floor have views over the internal courtyard and rooftops towards the hills. Street-facing rooms look onto Viale Vittorio Veneto and the city wall. No panoramic view is promised; the interior side is the quieter and more pleasant outlook.
What are insider tips for staying at La Villa Di STR?
1) Park at Parcheggio Il Campo (Piazza Gramsci) – it’s a 5-min walk downhill and costs €22/24h. Don’t drive into the ZTL zone before 7pm; your hotel can confirm the exact entry window. 2) Check-in can be busy; arrive after 3pm to avoid queues. The free Wi-Fi uses room number and surname – you can get the login details upfront if you need to plan your route.
What time is check-in at La Villa Di STR?
Check-in at La Villa Di STR is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does La Villa Di STR have Wi-Fi?
Free unlimited Wi-Fi throughout the property; login via room number and surname, no time cap
Is there a city or tourist tax at La Villa Di STR?
€2.00 per person per night (mandatory, under-12s exempt)
Where can I eat cheaply near La Villa Di STR?
Pizza al taglio or a panino from a takeaway: €5–8.
What is the cheapest way to get around from La Villa Di STR?
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: settled weather (20-25°C), fewer crowds than midsummer, and the countryside is green. June also works but pre-Palio buzz starts later in the month.
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.