Your stay — Podere Selvoli
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The Property — Podere Selvoli
Podere Selvoli is a farmhouse-turned-hotel outside Siena, surrounded by olive groves and vineyards. Its look is simple country Tuscan: terracotta floors, stone walls, a small pool with valley views. It suits the traveller who wants quiet rural retreat more than city-centre convenience — breakfast is regional and honest, staff helpful. Standing in the lobby, you smell sun-warmed stone and hear cicadas, not traffic.
Chronicles of Siena
Siena was founded by the Etruscans, but its golden age was the 12th–14th centuries as a banking and wool-trading republic. Its Gothic architecture — exemplified by the Duomo and Piazza del Campo — was shaped by rivalry with Florence. The famous Palio di Siena, a bareback horse race around the Campo, began in the 17th century and still defines the city’s identity. Today Siena balances its UNESCO World Heritage status with a living university and local community.
Best Time to Visit
Full Siena guide →Best months
May, June and September: warm sunshine (low 20s°C) with fewer tourists than July–August; fields are green in late spring, harvest colours bright in autumn.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are peak; July 2 and August 16 are the two Palio race days, drawing huge crowds. Hotel prices at Podere Selvoli can rise 30–50% around those dates. The August Palio is the bigger event.
Budget shoulder season
April and October are the budget shoulder months: still pleasant (15–20°C), cheaper rooms by 20–30%, quieter streets, and you can walk the Campo without squeezing.
Weather & packing
Summer 2026 runs hot: July afternoons hit 35°C with dry heat, but evenings cool sharply. Pack layers: lightweight linen or cotton for daytime, plus a light jacket or pashmina for evening dinners and air-conditioned interiors.
Live City Briefing — Siena
- Siena’s ZTL (limited traffic zone) is strictly enforced in summer 2026 — you cannot drive into the historic centre without hotel permission; Podere Selvoli is outside the zone, so driving is fine, but paid parking at Porta San Marco costs about €2/hr.
- The new Siena ‘Museo della Città’ opened in Palazzo Pubblico in late 2025, offering interactive exhibits on the city’s history — a quieter alternative to the crowds on the Campo during Palio week.
- Several key restaurants near the property (e.g., Osteria Le Logge) now require booking weeks ahead in July; book by May for any high-demand evening slots.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Podere Selvoli, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a first-floor room overlooking the garden or the rear courtyard, away from the road. These positions are generally quieter and offer a more tranquil setting.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms near the entrance or any room facing the street (likely the front side). Street noise in Siena can be noticeable, especially during the day.
Best views
With the address simply 'Siena', the best view is likely across the Tuscan countryside or towards the city skyline, but without specific orientation data, request a room with a view over the garden or hills rather than the street.
Quietest floors
First floor and above are typically quieter, as ground floor can pick up foot traffic and entrance noise.
🔊 Noise notes
Siena is a compact historic city, so street noise (cars, scooters, pedestrians) can be present, especially on major routes. The hotel's location at 'Siena' suggests a central or semi-urban setting.
Insider tips
1. If arriving by car, check in advance whether the hotel offers parking or if you need to use the public car parks outside the ZTL (limited traffic zone) — Siena is strict about vehicle access. 2. Request a room on the first floor and away from the front of the building when booking to minimise street noise.
- 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 — Podere Selvoli
Free WiFi throughout; typical speed 20 Mbps decent for browsing; no login constraints
No lift; two-storey historic farmhouse, stairs only
Complimentary digital PressReader access; no physical newspapers
Check-in 15:00–20:00; early bag-drop free on request; late check-out €30 until 12:00 (subject to availability)
Free, available before check-in and after check-out
No step-free entry (two steps at main door); ground-floor rooms available but no adapted bathrooms; narrow doorways and stairs limit wheelchair access
Free on-site parking, unreserved; no EV charging; nearest public car park is Parcheggio San Domenico (€2.50/hour, 1.6 km away)
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €2.00 per person per night, ages 12+
Deposit & card hold: First night charged at booking; €100 incidental card hold at check-in
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs inside banks for the best rates; avoid currency exchange bureaux near Piazza del Campo (poor rates and high fees).
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted in shops and restaurants; contactless is common for small amounts. Amex less reliable.
Not expected; round up the bill or leave a couple of euros for good service in restaurants. Taxis and hotel staff do not expect tips.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Standing at a bar espresso: around €1.20.
Panino or pizza al taglio from a takeaway place: €5-8.
Pasta or pizza in a trattoria: around €12-15 for a main course.
Look for bakeries and small food shops around Via Banchi di Sopra for cheap slices of pizza and focaccia.
Conad, Coop, and Lidl in the area around the Stadio or Via Massetana.
OVS and Terranova on Via dei Rossi; market stalls at the Fortezza Medicea on Wednesday mornings.
Siena is walkable; for longer distances, a single bus ticket (€1.70) works; the cheapest from Florence airport is a FlixBus or Tiemme bus (around €8-12 one way).
Eat at lunchtime for cheaper menus; buy a combined Siena city pass for museum entry savings; avoid eating or drinking within 50 m of Piazza del Campo - prices double.
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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 Podere Selvoli
🕒 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 Podere Selvoli?
Request a first-floor room overlooking the garden or the rear courtyard, away from the road. These positions are generally quieter and offer a more tranquil setting.
Which rooms should I avoid at Podere Selvoli?
Avoid ground-floor rooms near the entrance or any room facing the street (likely the front side). Street noise in Siena can be noticeable, especially during the day.
Is Podere Selvoli noisy?
Siena is a compact historic city, so street noise (cars, scooters, pedestrians) can be present, especially on major routes. The hotel's location at 'Siena' suggests a central or semi-urban setting.
Which rooms have the best views at Podere Selvoli?
With the address simply 'Siena', the best view is likely across the Tuscan countryside or towards the city skyline, but without specific orientation data, request a room with a view over the garden or hills rather than the street.
What are insider tips for staying at Podere Selvoli?
1. If arriving by car, check in advance whether the hotel offers parking or if you need to use the public car parks outside the ZTL (limited traffic zone) — Siena is strict about vehicle access. 2. Request a room on the first floor and away from the front of the building when booking to minimise street noise.
What time is check-in at Podere Selvoli?
Check-in at Podere Selvoli is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Podere Selvoli have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi throughout; typical speed 20 Mbps decent for browsing; no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at Podere Selvoli?
€2.00 per person per night, ages 12+
Where can I eat cheaply near Podere Selvoli?
Panino or pizza al taglio from a takeaway place: €5-8.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Podere Selvoli?
Siena is walkable; for longer distances, a single bus ticket (€1.70) works; the cheapest from Florence airport is a FlixBus or Tiemme bus (around €8-12 one way).
When is the best time to visit Siena?
May, June and September: warm sunshine (low 20s°C) with fewer tourists than July–August; fields are green in late spring, harvest colours bright in autumn.
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.