🇮🇹 Siena, Italy
Salicotto 56
📍 56, Via di Salicotto, Siena, 53100
Your stay — Salicotto 56
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The Property — Salicotto 56
Salicotto 56 is a straightforward three-star hotel on a quiet residential lane, a short walk from Piazza del Campo. The lobby is modest and functional, with a helpful front desk and a small breakfast room. It suits budget-conscious travellers who want a clean, comfortable base for exploring Siena’s historic core, not a boutique experience. The USP is its central but peaceful location – you’re five minutes from the Duomo, but away from the tourist crush.
Chronicles of Siena
Siena was founded as a Roman settlement (Saena Julia) but flourished as a wealthy medieval city-state rivaling Florence. Its Gothic architecture defines the skyline, with the shell-shaped Piazza del Campo and the striped Duomo as masterpieces. The city’s political and economic power waned after the Black Death and later absorption into the Grand Duchy of Tuscany. Today Siena is a UNESCO World Heritage site, fiercely proud of its contrade (neighbourhood districts) and the historic Palio horse race that still dominates civic life.
Best Time to Visit
Full Siena guide →Best months
May, June, September: warm, sunny days without peak heat; tourist crowds are manageable, and the landscape is green. Palio fervour is absent in these months, making sightseeing easier.
Peak / festival surge
July and August: Siena swells during the Palio races (2 July and 16 August). Hotel prices double; advance booking is essential. The city is packed and temperatures often reach 35°C.
Budget shoulder season
April and October: cooler but still pleasant. April can be rainy; October is mild after the summer heat. Discounts on rooms are common, and queues at major sites shrink.
Weather & packing
Siena’s climate is Mediterranean but elevation (322 metres) brings cooler evenings even in July. Pack a light jacket or cardigan for the evening, and comfortable walking shoes for steep, cobbled streets.
Live City Briefing — Siena
- The Palio di Siena takes place on 2 July 2026; expect road closures, huge crowds and limited access to Piazza del Campo from mid-June. If not attending, plan your sightseeing outside the race window.
- Siena’s bus station (Piazza Gramsci) is under renovation until late 2026; shuttle bus stops have moved to Viale Cavour. Check local transport app Tiemme for real-time stops.
- The Duomo’s ‘Opera della Metropolitana’ recently reopened the Porta del Cielo (Gate of Heaven) tour after restoration – a rare chance to walk above the cathedral’s vaults, bookable in advance.
Hotel Facilities — Salicotto 56
free throughout; download speed ~15 Mbps, upload ~8 Mbps; no login page, just a simple password from reception
small lift (max 2 people) serves ground, first, and second floors; does not reach top-floor attic rooms (stairs only on those)
no physical papers or digital newsstand; building is a 14th-century townhouse with original stone staircase and vaulted brick ceilings
check-in from 14:00; key left in lockbox for late arrivals; check-out by 10:00; early bag drop free; late check-out until 12:00 costs €30, subject to availability
free behind reception; no lockers, bags labelled and left in ground-floor alcove
no step-free entry; one 10cm threshold at front door; lift fits standard wheelchair but not all rooms are wheelchair accessible; no accessible bathroom on ground floor
no on-site parking; nearest public car park is Parcheggio Il Campino (Via del Sole) at €2.50/hour, €25/day; street parking (blue lines) €1.50/h, free 20:00–08:00; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: €4.00 per person per night, ages 12+; paid on arrival, cash or card
Deposit & card hold: no advance deposit required; €50 incidental hold on credit card at check-in
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 Salicotto 56
🕒 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time is check-in at Salicotto 56?
Check-in at Salicotto 56 is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Salicotto 56 have Wi-Fi?
free throughout; download speed ~15 Mbps, upload ~8 Mbps; no login page, just a simple password from reception
Is there a city or tourist tax at Salicotto 56?
€4.00 per person per night, ages 12+; paid on arrival, cash or card
Where can I eat cheaply near Salicotto 56?
Pizza al taglio or a panino from a takeaway: €5–8.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Salicotto 56?
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, June, September: warm, sunny days without peak heat; tourist crowds are manageable, and the landscape is green. Palio fervour is absent in these months, making sightseeing easier.
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.