🇮🇹 Siena, Italy
Relais Le Macine di Stigliano
📍 V. Borghesi, 7, 53018 Stigliano SI, Italy
Your stay — Relais Le Macine di Stigliano
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The Property — Relais Le Macine di Stigliano
Relais Le Macine di Stigliano is a peaceful countryside retreat 12 kilometres from Siena’s historic centre, set in a restored 18th-century oil mill. The vibe is rustic-elegant, with exposed stone walls, terracotta floors and a quiet pool surrounded by olive groves. Its USP is giving you Tuscan farmhouse calm without sacrificing modern comfort, plus a free shuttle into Siena. It suits couples or solo travellers who want to explore the city by day and escape to the hills by night.
Chronicles of Siena
Siena was founded as an Etruscan settlement, then became a Roman town under Augustus. Its golden age came in the 13th and 14th centuries as a Guelph banking and trading rival to Florence, which financed the magnificent Gothic Duomo and Palazzo Pubblico. The city’s architecture remains largely unchanged since the 1348 Black Death halved its population and froze expansion. Today, Siena is a UNESCO World Heritage site, fiercely proud of its contrade (districts) and the twice-yearly Palio horse race in Piazza del Campo.
Best Time to Visit
Full Siena guide →Best months
May, June and September offer warm, settled weather (22-28°C) with lower humidity than July-August. Crowds are manageable, especially midweek.
Peak / festival surge
July and August are peak season: temperatures hit 35°C, and the Palio on 2 July and 16 August draws 60,000 spectators to the Campo. Hotel prices double; book by March.
Budget shoulder season
Late April and October are budget-friendly shoulders: 15-22°C, fewer tourists, cheaper rooms. October risks some rain, but autumn colours in the Crete Senesi are spectacular.
Weather & packing
Siena can get sudden summer thunderstorms despite the heat. Pack a lightweight waterproof jacket and a sun hat; no beachwear needed outside the pool.
Live City Briefing — Siena
- Siena’s new ZTL (limited traffic zone) fines for unauthorised vehicles are now enforced with cameras 24/7; park at the Stadio Forte parking lot and use the shuttle.
- The 2025-26 restoration of the Duomo’s Piccolomini Library façade is finishing, but scaffolding may still obscure part of the left aisle — check ahead.
- Strada di Pescaia, the main road from Siena to the hotel, has partial summer resurfacing works; add 15 minutes to drive times.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Relais Le Macine di Stigliano, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a ground-floor room on the side facing the garden or courtyard. These rooms are quieter, accessible via the ramp, and avoid the stairs entirely. If you prefer a first-floor room, choose one at the rear of the building, away from the road.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid first-floor rooms at the front of the building. The stairs are the only access, and the front side faces V. Borghesi, which can carry street noise from the local road and the gravel car park activity.
Best views
Ground-floor rooms looking onto the garden or the courtyard offer a green, relaxed view of the Tuscan countryside. Front-facing rooms on either floor overlook the gravel car park and the local road — less interesting.
Quietest floors
Ground floor is the quietest — set back from the road, with the ramp entrance and garden exposure. First-floor rooms at the rear are also acceptable.
🔊 Noise notes
The main noise sources are the gravel car park (crunching tyres, doors closing, voices) and the local road V. Borghesi, which serves the village of Stigliano. Peak times are late afternoon and early evening. No bar or service entrance is noted in the data, so internal noise is limited to stairs and corridors.
Insider tips
1. Park in the free on-site gravel lot, but be aware it’s unmarked and fills up by early evening. If you arrive late, use the Parcheggio Comunale di Stigliano (€5 per day, 500m walk). 2. For a quieter stay, request a ground-floor garden-side room well in advance — there are no lifts, and these rooms are the best compromise for accessibility and peace.
- 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 — Relais Le Macine di Stigliano
Free WiFi throughout, typical speed 15–20 Mbps. No login constraints, code given at check-in.
No lift. Ground-floor rooms accessible via ramp; first-floor rooms up stairs only.
No daily newspapers. A small library of local guidebooks and magazines in reception. No digital newsstand.
Check-in 14:00–20:00; late arrivals by prior arrangement. Early bag-drop from 12:00 upon request. Late check-out until 13:00 for €30, subject to availability.
Free storage available at reception, not locked
Ramp to entrance and ground floor. No step-free access to first-floor rooms. Not suitable for wheelchairs beyond ground floor.
Free on-site parking (unmarked, gravel). Nearest public car park: Parcheggio Comunale di Stigliano (€5 per day, 500m walk). No EV charging.
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: None (rural locality, no city tax applied in 2026 for Stigliano)
Deposit & card hold: Full prepayment required at booking; incidental hold of €50 per night via credit card at check-in
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Bottega di Stigliano — 175 m · ~2 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Exchange money at banks or post offices for the best rates; avoid airport and tourist bureau kiosks which charge high commissions.
Cards widely accepted in shops, restaurants and hotels; contactless and mobile pay (Apple Pay, Google Pay) common; carry some cash for small purchases and markets.
Service is included in bills in restaurants (coperto), but rounding up 5-10% for good service is fine; taxis round to nearest euro; hotel porters €1-2 per bag.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Stand-up espresso at a bar counter costs around €1.10–1.30; takeaway is pricier.
Pizza al taglio (by the slice) or a panino from a takeaway shop costs €5–7.
A pasta or pizza main from a trattoria runs €12–16.
Look for bakeries and rosticcerie near Piazza del Campo for affordable arancini, focaccia or roast meats to take away.
Conad, Coop and Lidl are common budget supermarkets in Siena.
OVS and Upim are affordable high-street chains; markets near Piazza del Mercato sell clothes and accessories.
Walk everywhere in Siena's historic centre; a single bus ticket (€1.50) covers 70 minutes; from Florence airport, take the T1 tram to Florence SMN station then a bus to Siena (€16–20).
Eat at bars for cheap aperitivo with snacks; buy water and snacks at supermarkets; avoid eating in Piazza del Campo (pricier) – walk a few streets away.
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 Relais Le Macine di Stigliano
🕒 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 Relais Le Macine di Stigliano?
Request a ground-floor room on the side facing the garden or courtyard. These rooms are quieter, accessible via the ramp, and avoid the stairs entirely. If you prefer a first-floor room, choose one at the rear of the building, away from the road.
Which rooms should I avoid at Relais Le Macine di Stigliano?
Avoid first-floor rooms at the front of the building. The stairs are the only access, and the front side faces V. Borghesi, which can carry street noise from the local road and the gravel car park activity.
Is Relais Le Macine di Stigliano noisy?
The main noise sources are the gravel car park (crunching tyres, doors closing, voices) and the local road V. Borghesi, which serves the village of Stigliano. Peak times are late afternoon and early evening. No bar or service entrance is noted in the data, so internal noise is limited to stairs and corridors.
Which rooms have the best views at Relais Le Macine di Stigliano?
Ground-floor rooms looking onto the garden or the courtyard offer a green, relaxed view of the Tuscan countryside. Front-facing rooms on either floor overlook the gravel car park and the local road — less interesting.
What are insider tips for staying at Relais Le Macine di Stigliano?
1. Park in the free on-site gravel lot, but be aware it’s unmarked and fills up by early evening. If you arrive late, use the Parcheggio Comunale di Stigliano (€5 per day, 500m walk). 2. For a quieter stay, request a ground-floor garden-side room well in advance — there are no lifts, and these rooms are the best compromise for accessibility and peace.
What time is check-in at Relais Le Macine di Stigliano?
Check-in at Relais Le Macine di Stigliano is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Relais Le Macine di Stigliano have Wi-Fi?
Free WiFi throughout, typical speed 15–20 Mbps. No login constraints, code given at check-in.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Relais Le Macine di Stigliano?
None (rural locality, no city tax applied in 2026 for Stigliano)
Where can I eat cheaply near Relais Le Macine di Stigliano?
Pizza al taglio (by the slice) or a panino from a takeaway shop costs €5–7.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Relais Le Macine di Stigliano?
Walk everywhere in Siena's historic centre; a single bus ticket (€1.50) covers 70 minutes; from Florence airport, take the T1 tram to Florence SMN station then a bus to Siena (€16–20).
When is the best time to visit Siena?
May, June and September offer warm, settled weather (22-28°C) with lower humidity than July-August. Crowds are manageable, especially midweek.
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.