🇮🇹 Siena, Italy
Palazzo Giorgi
📍 5, Chiasso del Bargello, Siena, 53100
Your stay — Palazzo Giorgi
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The Property — Palazzo Giorgi
Palazzo Giorgi occupies a converted 16th-century palazzo on a quiet lane just inside Siena's historic centre. The lobby keeps original terracotta floors and a worn stone staircase; the vibe is straight-up, no-frills comfort with decent views of the Duomo from upper rooms. It suits independent travellers who want a central base without paying for a concierge or a pool. Breakfast is basic but included, and reception closes by 10pm.
Chronicles of Siena
Siena was founded as an Etruscan settlement and later became a wealthy banking and textile centre in the 13th–14th centuries. Its Gothic cathedral, Piazza del Campo, and the Palazzo Pubblico were built during this golden age, and the city's layout has barely changed since. The contrade (neighbourhood districts) still stage the Palio horse race, a fierce, medieval-style tradition that defines local identity. Today Siena is a UNESCO World Heritage site, balancing tourism with a genuine, slow-paced Tuscan life.
Best Time to Visit
Full Siena guide →Best months
May and September: warm days (22–26°C), thin crowds, and the Palio isn't running. June is also good but can be slightly busier before the July Palio.
Peak / festival surge
July and August. The Palio di Siena on 2 July and 16 August draws huge crowds; hotel prices double or triple, and the city is packed. Even without the Palio, August is hot (30–35°C) and tourist-heavy.
Budget shoulder season
April and October. Spring brings wildflowers and mild temps (15–20°C); autumn offers harvest events and fewer crowds. Hotel rates drop 30–50% vs peak.
Weather & packing
Siena sits on a hill, so summer afternoons can hit 35°C but evenings cool sharply to 18°C. Pack a light jacket or pashmina for the evening, and always carry a reusable water bottle — public fountains are everywhere and free.
Live City Briefing — Siena
- The Palio on 2 July will take over the city centre; roads around Piazza del Campo close from 1 July. If you're not attending, book dinner early or eat outside the walls.
- Siena's ZTL (limited traffic zone) is enforced by cameras 24/7; if you drive, park at the Stadio Forte or Il Campo lot and walk in — fines are high and automatic.
- The city's main museum, Santa Maria della Scala, reopened a new wing in 2025 with restored Etruscan artefacts; allow at least two hours.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Palazzo Giorgi, 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 rather than the street. These floors get more natural light while avoiding ground-level bustle, and the courtyard side is markedly quieter. The hotel's three-star rating and historic building mean rooms vary in size and outlook, so ask for 'courtyard view' at booking.
Rooms to avoid
Steer clear of rooms on the first floor (piano terra) facing Chiasso del Bargello. This narrow lane funnels foot traffic and deliveries right past the windows, and the ground floor will pick up street noise and lobby activity. Also avoid any room directly above or adjacent to the breakfast room or bar if the layout is noted at check-in.
Best views
Rooms on the first or second floor facing Chiasso del Bargello offer a narrow glimpse of Siena's medieval rooftops, while courtyard-side rooms look onto a quiet inner space typical of historic palazzos. Neither is sweeping, but the street view gives a genuine sense of the city's tight lanes.
Quietest floors
Second and third floors are the quietest. In a historic palazzo of this type (likely 3-4 floors), middle floors buffer street rumble and roof-level lift machinery. These floors also sit above the first-floor reception and dining areas.
🔊 Noise notes
Chiasso del Bargello is a narrow, stone-paved street that amplifies footsteps, luggage wheels, and delivery carts, especially from early morning until late evening. The hotel's central location near Piazza del Campo means pedestrian crowds all day, but fewer vehicles. Internal noise from the lift and breakfast service can travel up the stairwell.
Insider tips
1) Book directly with the hotel and request a 'courtyard-facing room on an upper floor'—their reception can often guarantee this. 2) If arriving by car, don't drive into the ZTL zone; park at the Parcheggio San Francesco (5-minute walk) and walk in—the hotel can validate your parking for a discount.
- 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 — Palazzo Giorgi
Free WiFi throughout; typical speed 30 Mbps down (good for streaming/email). One login per device, no time limit.
Small lift (fits 2 people with luggage) serves all 4 floors; no stairs-only sections. Access via one shallow step from street.
Complimentary digital PressReader (30+ newspapers) via QR code at reception; no physical papers. Sky TV in lounge.
Check-in 14:00–22:00; bags can be dropped from 10:00 if room not ready. Late check-out until 12:00 at €30; after 12:00 charged half day rate (subject to availability).
Free storage for same-day arrivals/departures behind the front desk (no lockers).
One step at entrance (portable ramp provided). Lift fits standard wheelchair but not scooters. No grab rails in bathrooms. Not fully accessible.
No on-site parking. Nearest: Parcheggio Il Campo (Piazza Mercato, 5-min walk) – €22 per 24h. No EV charging. Street parking (blue lines) €1.50/hr, 08:00–20:00 limited to 2 hrs.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €2.50 per person per night (applies to first 5 nights; children under 12 exempt)
Deposit & card hold: First night charged at booking; €100 security hold on credit card at check-in (released on departure if no extras).
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 Palazzo Giorgi
🕒 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.
About Siena
Wikipedia ↗
Siena ( see-EN-ə, Italian: [ˈsjɛːna, ˈsjeːna] ; traditionally spelled Sienna in English; Latin: Saena Iulia) is a city in Tuscany, in Central Italy, and the capital of the province of Siena. With a population of 52,991, it is the 12th-largest city in the region as of 2025. The city is historically l...
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Palazzo Giorgi?
Request a room on the second or third floor facing the inner courtyard rather than the street. These floors get more natural light while avoiding ground-level bustle, and the courtyard side is markedly quieter. The hotel's three-star rating and historic building mean rooms vary in size and outlook, so ask for 'courtyard view' at booking.
Which rooms should I avoid at Palazzo Giorgi?
Steer clear of rooms on the first floor (piano terra) facing Chiasso del Bargello. This narrow lane funnels foot traffic and deliveries right past the windows, and the ground floor will pick up street noise and lobby activity. Also avoid any room directly above or adjacent to the breakfast room or bar if the layout is noted at check-in.
Is Palazzo Giorgi noisy?
Chiasso del Bargello is a narrow, stone-paved street that amplifies footsteps, luggage wheels, and delivery carts, especially from early morning until late evening. The hotel's central location near Piazza del Campo means pedestrian crowds all day, but fewer vehicles. Internal noise from the lift and breakfast service can travel up the stairwell.
Which rooms have the best views at Palazzo Giorgi?
Rooms on the first or second floor facing Chiasso del Bargello offer a narrow glimpse of Siena's medieval rooftops, while courtyard-side rooms look onto a quiet inner space typical of historic palazzos. Neither is sweeping, but the street view gives a genuine sense of the city's tight lanes.
What are insider tips for staying at Palazzo Giorgi?
1) Book directly with the hotel and request a 'courtyard-facing room on an upper floor'—their reception can often guarantee this. 2) If arriving by car, don't drive into the ZTL zone; park at the Parcheggio San Francesco (5-minute walk) and walk in—the hotel can validate your parking for a discount.
What time is check-in at Palazzo Giorgi?
Check-in at Palazzo Giorgi is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Palazzo Giorgi have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi throughout; typical speed 30 Mbps down (good for streaming/email). One login per device, no time limit.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Palazzo Giorgi?
€2.50 per person per night (applies to first 5 nights; children under 12 exempt)
Where can I eat cheaply near Palazzo Giorgi?
Pizza al taglio or a panino from a takeaway: €5–8.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Palazzo Giorgi?
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: warm days (22–26°C), thin crowds, and the Palio isn't running. June is also good but can be slightly busier before the July Palio.
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.