Your stay — Relais Osteria dell'Orcia
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 — Relais Osteria dell'Orcia
Relais Osteria dell'Orcia is a countryside retreat in the Val d'Orcia, about 40km south of Siena. The lobby feels like a converted farmhouse: stone floors, exposed beams, and a big fireplace. Its USP is the attached Michelin-starred restaurant serving local Tuscan cuisine. It suits travellers who want fine dining and a rural base, not city-centre bustle.
Chronicles of Siena
Siena was founded as a Roman settlement (Saena Julia) and grew into a powerful medieval city-state, rival to Florence. Its Gothic architecture, dominated by the striped marble Duomo and the Piazza del Campo, dates largely from the 13th and 14th centuries. The city's banking and wool trades fuelled its wealth. Today Siena preserves its medieval character tightly, and its cultural identity centres on the Palio, a twice-yearly bareback horse race in the Campo. Modern Siena is a UNESCO World Heritage site and a major tourist draw.
Best Time to Visit
Full Siena guide →Best months
May, June, September: warm, sunny days with fewer crowds than July-August; vineyards and hills are green.
Peak / festival surge
July: Palio di Siena on 2 July (and again 16 August) packs the city; hotel prices double or triple. The heat is intense (30-35°C), and the city is swamped with visitors.
Budget shoulder season
April and October: milder, with occasional rain; hotel rates drop 30-40% vs summer; still pleasant for sightseeing.
Weather & packing
July heat in Siena is dry and strong, with temperatures often above 32°C. Pack a sun hat, reusable water bottle, and lightweight linen trousers for evenings; evenings cool down to around 18°C, so a light jacket is useful.
Live City Briefing — Siena
- The Palio di Siena on 2 July will bring road closures and bus reroutes in the city centre from 27 June; avoid driving near Piazza del Campo. Check Tiemme bus schedules for disruptions.
- The new Siena underground car park at Fortezza Medicea (opened 2024) is operating; book in advance for July stays to avoid full capacity.
- Val d'Orcia hiking trails may be closed on 5-6 July due to high fire risk; check local alerts from the Siena provincial government.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Relais Osteria dell'Orcia, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Rooms on the first floor (European first, i.e., above ground level) overlooking the internal courtyard—quieter, away from the street.
Rooms to avoid
Rooms at the front above the entrance or near the lift shaft on ground floor, as they pick up street noise from Siena’s narrow, busy lanes.
Best views
Rooms facing the Val d'Orcia valley from the upper floors at the rear; ask specifically for a 'valley view' at booking.
Quietest floors
First and second floors (European numbering), especially those facing the courtyard or side garden.
🔊 Noise notes
Located on a historic street in Siena, so expect scooter rumble and pedestrian echoes until late. The on-site osteria can generate kitchen noise until 10pm.
Insider tips
Request a room in the 'dependance' outbuilding if available—it’s quieter and has direct garden access. Check-in often runs late; call ahead if arriving after 8pm to avoid waiting.
- 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 Osteria dell'Orcia
Free throughout; speeds around 15 Mbps download; no login required – just select the network
No lift – the hotel occupies a historic palazzo with stairs only; rooms on first and second floors
Digital newsstand via PressReader accessible in lobby and rooms (no print papers); the building is a 13th-century tower-house with original stone walls and a small internal courtyard
Check-in from 14:00 to 22:00 (late arrival by prior arrangement); early bag-drop allowed from 11:00; late check-out until 12:00 costs €50
Free; available at front desk after check-out until 18:00
No step-free entry (two steps at main door); no wheelchair-accessible rooms or bathrooms; narrow corridors
No on-site parking; nearest public garage is Parcheggio Il Campo (€25 per night, 5-min walk). No EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €4 per person per night (mandatory, children 12+ only)
Deposit & card hold: First night charged at booking; €100 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
Faith & Dietary Nearby
- Church: Chiesa di San Giovanni Battista (723 m · ~9 min walk)
5-Minute Radius Essentials
Nearest — 655 m · ~8 min walk
Spaccio alimentare e gastronomia — 669 m · ~8 min walk
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at Piazza del Campo and the train station – they charge poor rates and high fees.
Visa and Mastercard are accepted in most hotels, restaurants, and larger shops; smaller cafes and market stalls often require cash for under €10.
Not expected – round up the bill in restaurants (5-10% if service was outstanding), leave small change for taxis (€1-2), and nothing for hotel staff unless they carry bags, then €1-2.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →Espresso at a bar counter – typically €1.20-1.50.
Panino (filled sandwich) from a forno or alimentari – around €5-7. Also, pizza al taglio (by the slice) for €3-5.
Simple pasta or pizza in a trattoria – main course around €10-14.
Via di Città near Piazza del Campo has small bakeries and delis selling cheap slices and sandwiches; also try the weekly market on Wednesday mornings at Fortezza Medicea for fresh produce and street food.
Conad (near Piazza Gramsci) and Coop (on Viale Sardegna) are the main budget supermarkets.
The weekly market at Fortezza Medicea (Wednesday mornings) has affordable clothing; for high street, head to Corso Toscana or the shops around Via Banchi di Sopra.
Walk – Siena's old centre is compact and pedestrianised. For local buses within the city, a single ticket is €1.50 from tabacchi; for the airport (Florence), the cheapest is a FlixBus or Tiemme bus from Piazza Gramsci to Florence central, then airport shuttle (total approx €12-15).
1. Buy a Siena Card for combined museum/gallery entry if visiting multiple sights. 2. Eat at lunchtime menus (pranzo) in trattorias – often cheaper than dinner. 3. Carry a reusable water bottle – public fountains (fontanine) provide free, safe drinking water around the city.
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 Relais Osteria dell'Orcia
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · Nearest — 655 m · ~8 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 Relais Osteria dell'Orcia?
Rooms on the first floor (European first, i.e., above ground level) overlooking the internal courtyard—quieter, away from the street.
Which rooms should I avoid at Relais Osteria dell'Orcia?
Rooms at the front above the entrance or near the lift shaft on ground floor, as they pick up street noise from Siena’s narrow, busy lanes.
Is Relais Osteria dell'Orcia noisy?
Located on a historic street in Siena, so expect scooter rumble and pedestrian echoes until late. The on-site osteria can generate kitchen noise until 10pm.
Which rooms have the best views at Relais Osteria dell'Orcia?
Rooms facing the Val d'Orcia valley from the upper floors at the rear; ask specifically for a 'valley view' at booking.
What are insider tips for staying at Relais Osteria dell'Orcia?
Request a room in the 'dependance' outbuilding if available—it’s quieter and has direct garden access. Check-in often runs late; call ahead if arriving after 8pm to avoid waiting.
What time is check-in at Relais Osteria dell'Orcia?
Check-in at Relais Osteria dell'Orcia is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Relais Osteria dell'Orcia have Wi-Fi?
Free throughout; speeds around 15 Mbps download; no login required – just select the network
Is there a city or tourist tax at Relais Osteria dell'Orcia?
€4 per person per night (mandatory, children 12+ only)
Where can I eat cheaply near Relais Osteria dell'Orcia?
Panino (filled sandwich) from a forno or alimentari – around €5-7. Also, pizza al taglio (by the slice) for €3-5.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Relais Osteria dell'Orcia?
Walk – Siena's old centre is compact and pedestrianised. For local buses within the city, a single ticket is €1.50 from tabacchi; for the airport (Florence), the cheapest is a FlixBus or Tiemme bus from Piazza Gramsci to Florence central, then airport shuttle (total approx €12-15).
When is the best time to visit Siena?
May, June, September: warm, sunny days with fewer crowds than July-August; vineyards and hills are green.
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.