Siena hotels and attractions

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Garden Hotel is a four stars hotel of superior standard. Prestigious holiday houses built by old families have always been an important element of the Sienese countryside. Garden Hotel is one of these houses, on a hill just north of Siena, about half a mile from the city historical center. The main building, a villa built in the 1700s and completely restructured, contains original frescoes and furniture dating back to the same period, and stairs in the local stone "pietra serena". The old-style drawing rooms and reading rooms in the villa are especially charming.
Surrounding the hotel is a a centuries-old park of oak trees, set above vineyards and olive groves. The hotel has a garden, a swimming pool, a tennis court, a panoramic terrace overlooking the city (a window over Siena). Conference rooms and car park complete the facilities of this complex, established for decades.
All rooms are first category, have en-suite bathroom, old or modern style furnishing, air conditioning, color satellite-TV, minibar, telephone, and safe.
Overall opinion. This hotel is recommended by guides, such as Concierge, which gives this review: "Hotel Garden: 18th century furnishings and frescoed walls. Situated approx. 1km from the city centre, the hotel is set in an 18th century villa. Completely renovated, the ground floor still has its original frescoes, stone stairs and antique furniture. The atmosphere is quiet and offers contemplation. There are reading and conversation rooms. The bedrooms are furnished with antiques. Cost: Moderate. Features: • minibar • restaurant • television • bar • swimming pool • disabled access • air conditioning • pets allowed • Non-Smoking Rooms". Guests who stayed here have also been very happy with all aspects of this hotel: relationship between price and quality, cleanliness, services, facilities, competence of employees, surroundings, rooms and public areas.

General price range per room
Single & double rooms: 100 - 200 euros
Triple & quadruple rooms: 150 - 350 euros

Website: Garden Hotel in Siena

La Residenza delle Badesse Hotel is a four stars hotel in Siena.
Overall opinion. People who stayed here have given this hotel the very highest ratings on almost all aspects of their stay. Here are some typical guests' reviews: "A clean and well placed and well priced apartment." "This was the best hotel we stayed in during our stay in Italy. We will recommend it to all our friends. The convenient location enabled us to drive easily to Siena and San Gimignano." "Nearby Siena! Excellent relationship between price/quality!" "I'm happy with both the hotel and its accommodation." "I will recommend your hotel to all my friends and I would like to stay at your hotel with my family soon again."

Website: La Residenza delle Badesse Hotel in Siena

Park Hotel Siena Villa Gori Golf Club is a four stars hotel about 1 mile from the centre of Siena, on the Marciano hilltop, a splendid Tuscan villa dating from the first half of the 16th century.
Built by the famous Sienese architect Baldassarre Peruzzi, originally the country seat of the Gori Counts, the villa has recently been transformed into a luxurious hotel, set in its large, beautiful, well-maintained formal Italian garden, retaining all the grace and prestige of a historic aristocratic residence.
The Park Hotel Siena has a swimming pool, tennis courts and a 6-hole golf course. It also has a restaurant, L'Olivo, with elegant, canopied panoramic verandah commanding a view of the city of Siena, and catering for up to 300 people. From it you can gaze over the formal Italian garden of the villa to the towers of Siena dotting the horizon.
The hotel has meeting facilities, outside terrace, swimming pool terrace, a welcoming bar. Elegant and comfortable public rooms with vaulted ceilings and carved stone fireplace are ideal for important meetings, business dinners, and ceremonial occasions.
Overall opinion. The hotel is recommended by guides and guests. Concierge guide gives this review: "16th century villa with original flooring, in the Tuscan countryside just 2km from Siena city centre. Completely rebuilt in 1991, it has a superb stone entrance, and old floor tiles and furniture. The rooms have a view of the vineyards and olive groves. Tennis courts are available."
This is Travel guide recommends it too, saying: "Elegant luxury and comfort in peaceful attractive setting, on quiet road. Town amenities Ύ ml. Courtesy bus to centre (free). Bus stop Ό ml. Impressive 3-storey villa (16th century/1990). Interior: Relaxing grandeur. Comfortable tastefully furnished reception and public rooms. Sophisticated bar. Elegant restaurant overlooking garden. Grounds: Extensive and well kept. Discreetly situated swimming pool (22 yds) with terrace. Lawns, trees and shrubs. 6-hole golf course in gentle scenery."
Guests have been very happy with this hotel and give it top ratings on all aspects. A guest's review sums it up: "Very pleasant stay. Would recommend to friends".

General price range per room
Double rooms: 190 - 400 euros
Suites: 400 - 500 euros

Website: Park Hotel Siena Villa Gori Golf Club in Siena

Athena Hotel is a four stars hotel in the historic centre of Siena, a few yards from the Duomo (Cathedral) and Piazza del Campo, the very heart of Siena, of which it affords stunning views. It's in a quiet area, easily reached by way of one of the city gates, Porta San Marco.
There is ample private parking space (also for coaches) and garage, and a fully-equipped room for meetings and conventions.
The hotel has a large terrace (pictured below) with wonderful views of the surrounding countryside and of the ancient city walls of Siena, with its backdrop of soft green hills.
The rooms are large, with plenty of light, decorated in either classic or modern style, and all rooms have en-suite bathroom, air conditioning, fridge-bar, color TV, central heating.

Room prices also include breakfast, car parking, tax and services.
Single rooms: 68 - 134 euros
Double rooms: 96 - 191 euros
Triple & quadruple rooms: 124 - 228 euros

Website: Hotel Athena in Siena

Grand Hotel Continental is a luxury, five stars hotel in Siena.
Website: Grand Hotel Continental in Siena

Palazzo dei Priori Hotel is a four stars hotel in Siena.
Website: Palazzo dei Priori Hotel in Siena

Minerva Hotel is a three stars hotel in the historical center of Siena. It's in a very central location, 10 minutes from both Piazza del Campo, the very heart of Siena, and from the main railway station.
The hotel has a bar, garage, lift, meeting room, disabled access.
All rooms have en-suite bathroom, color satellite TV and telephone.
Some rooms have air conditioning and refrigerated cocktail cabinet.
Many rooms have a beautiful view over the old town.
Overall opinion. People who stayed here have been happy with the hotel. Here are some guests' reviews representative of the general feeling: "I would recommend this hotel to anyone traveling to Siena, and it was very convenient that it had an attached garage. The hotel is only a short walk to the main piazza. The staff was very friendly... when booking a room ask for one with a balcony as they have a great view of the old town. Great value for the price." "The room and bathroom were spacious with an excellent shower. It's reasonably convenient, being about a 10-15 minute walk from both the station and the centre of town." "We were very happy with our stay, finding the Minerva to be a very good value for the price. The room was spotlessly clean and the breakfast was exceptional." "The Hotel Minerva enjoys an excellent position overlooking a panorama of Siena, so ask for a room with a view of the city when booking. Our room had a balcony from which we enjoyed spectacular views and 12 hours of sunhine. Our room was spacious and airy, and passed the "comfy bed test" with flying colours. Public areas were well-maintained and welcoming, with the bonus of free use of the internet for guests. Breakfast was a continental buffet, with a good selection. Staff were helpful and welcoming. We recommend Hotel Minerva and plan to stay there on our next visit to Siena." "We had a very pleasant stay at the Minerva. The rooms were clean and, as we had requested when booking, we had good views of Siena. The hotel staff were helpful and there was a free internet access point in the lobby."

General price range per room
Single rooms: 50 - 70 euros
Double rooms: 70 - 120 euros
Triple rooms & quadruple rooms: 80 - 180 euros

Website: Hotel Minerva in Siena

Hotel Arcobaleno ("Rainbow") is a three stars hotel, an enchanting country villa from the 1800s at the gates of Siena, near Siena's railway station and 10 minutes' walk from the historic center.
Externally the original design of the building has been preserved, while the interior has been completely renovated, and provides the usual modern comforts and more.
All rooms have en-suite bathrooms, direct dial telephone with modem and fax connections, cable colour TV, independent heating and air conditioning, multimedia kiosk with internet access, electronic mail, rapid connection ADSL and printer.
One double bedroom, in addition, has a kitchen and a balcony overlooking the countryside, ideal for longer stays.
The hotel's amenities range from a garden and large private car park, to e-mail, internet access and fax services.
There is a buffet breakfast with a vast assortment.
Overall opinion. The hotel gets good ratings from both guests and guides. It's recommended by guides like Concierge, which says: "This is an old, recently renovated villa that has not lost its character. The old well has been converted into an underground dining area on three levels with just one table on each level. The garden is quiet and enclosed and there is a large verandah. The place is small but perfect if you wish to enjoy the countryside. The thick walls provide a naturally cool temperature everywhere."

General price range per room
Single rooms: 50 - 100 euros
Double & twin rooms: 60 - 150 euros
Double room with kitchen: 70 - 180 euros

Website: Hotel Arcobaleno in Siena

Villa Piccola Siena Hotel is a new three stars hotel close to Siena historic center and only a few minutes' walk from the main rail station.
All its rooms are decorated and furnished so as to reflect the traditional style and colours of Siena; all rooms have en-suite bathrooms, air conditioning, telephones, satellite TVs and mini bars. Overall opinion. The hotel gets consistently good reviews from people who stayed here, with cleanliness, quality, welcoming, facilities and service getting top marks. These 2 guests' reviews well represents the general opinion: "Villa Piccola Siena was just what we expected it would be from the description on the web site. The rooms were not large, but being used to the difference between European and American accomodation sizes, we were not unpleasantly surprised. The hotel was very near the town, and had a pleasant outdoor area for taking in the sights. The staff was helpful and nice to deal with." "Nice hotel, great activities and fun, very clean, modern equipped, best hotel staff ever met; they offer everyday free tasting of food & wine; car and bike rental, many packages organized for guests. I already went twice. I would suggest it to friends. Book in advance, it's very busy."

General price range per room, including breakfast
Single & double rooms: 50 - 150 euros

Website: Villa Piccola Siena Hotel in Siena

Moderno Hotel is a three stars hotel in Siena, 10 minutes' walk from the historical centre.
The hotel, open all year, has a bar, a restaurant, a pleasant garden, a private garage and a large outside parking area, which is also suitable for coaches.
All 62 bedrooms have en-suite bathroom, direct-dialing telephone and colour TV.
Overall opinion. The hotel is among the most popular in Siena. It's recommended by guides like Concierge, with this review: "In the centre. It can be reached in only ten minutes by foot from Piazza del Campo. It offers a large, outside carpark which can also be used by tourist buses. It offers comfortable rooms, furnished in an elegant, functional and modern style. It also has a restaurant which serves local and international cuisine as well as a selection of Tuscan wines. Cost: moderate." Guests also recommend it. Here are some guests' reviews well representing the general opinion: "Very good location, near the escalators going up to the city centre. There's free parking too." "A very nice hotel with an excellent location for visiting Siena. Very clean rooms & very nice selection of items on the breakfast buffet." "Overall quality of the Hotel was very good. The outside garden area is very relaxing on a summer's day and the position of the Hotel is conveniently close to the City centre." "Little bit old but charming hotel. Spacious room with view to the garden is quiet, rooms facing the busy street in front of the hotel may be not that quiet. Room has tiles (terracotta) as flooring (which I always prefer over the ominous carpeting in most hotels). Nice place to stay at Siena." "I can recommend the hotel "Moderno" to everybody who likes to stay near the center of town of Siena." "The Hotel Moderno is an excellent value. In fact, I wish there was a rating higher than excellent, say excellent plus, for that is what this jewel of a hotel deserves. We will recommend Hotel Moderno to our friends, and we will stay there again on our next trip to Italy." "It is only a few hundred yards to the escalator which take you to the top of the city wall."

General price range per room, including breakfast
Single rooms: 40 - 70 euros
Double rooms: 70 - 100 euros
Triple & quadruple rooms: 90 - 150 euros

Website: Moderno Hotel in Siena

Sangallo Park Hotel is a three stars hotel located on the hill known as Vico Alto, just outside the walls of the old town, affording spectacular views of Siena. It's not far from Siena main railway station, about a mile from the city historical center.
The hotel is set in its own park where, amidst its green spaces, you'll find a swimming pool.
Buffet breakfast is served in the panoramic restaurant and the bar, to be found in the comfortable hall, is open 24 hours.

Telephone and fax services are always available from the reception.
The hotel and its rooms are smart and elegant.
All 50 rooms have en-suite bathroom, air conditioning, satellite TV, mini-bar, telephone, hair dryer, mirror, safe, and heating.

General price range per room
Single, double & triple rooms: 50 - 120 euros

Website: Hotel Sangallo Park in Siena

Italia Hotel is a new three stars hotel located near the Porta Camollia (Camollia Gate), the entrance in Siena's walls to the Medieval town.
Close by is the Palazzo dei Diavoli.
The hotel has a private car park, bar, TV room, breakfast parlour.


All 69 rooms have telephone, satellite TV and every comfort.

Single rooms: 68 - 80 euro
Double rooms: 98 - 114 euro Triple rooms: 129 - 141 euro



Website: Hotel Italia in Siena

Villa Liberty Hotel is a three stars hotel in Siena.
Website: Villa Liberty Hotel in Siena

Borgo Grondaie Hotel is a three stars hotel in Siena.
Website: Borgo Grondaie Hotel in Siena

Vico Alto Hotel is a three stars hotel in Siena.
Website: Vico Alto Hotel in Siena

Sebastiano is a holiday apartment in rustic style on the second floor of an ancient building in the historical center of Colle Val d'Elsa, in the Chianti region, 7 miles from San Gimignano, 9 miles from Siena and 25 miles from Florence.
The apartment comprises entrance hall, living room, kitchenette, double bedroom with king size bed, bathroom with shower, garden (access through the owner's flat).
Minimum stay is 3 days.

General price range per apartment, suite or room, including breakfast: 200 - 230 euros

Website: Sebastiano Apartment in Colle val d'Elsa, Chianti, near Siena

Fattoria Argiano is a farmhouse containing holiday apartments in rustic style in one of the most enchanting towns of Tuscany, Montepulciano, where the world known Montepulciano wine is produced.
Montepulciano lies on top of a hill of tufa rock, between the Chiana and Orcia valleys. Completely surrounded by walls, the style of its buildings ranges from early Renaissance to Baroque: among its many remarkable buildings are Palazzo Comunale, Duomo S. Maria, Palazzo Contucci, S. Biagio, Palazzo Nobili-Tarugi, Torre di Pulcinella, Chiesa del Gesω, Palazzo Avignonesi, S. Agostino.
Montepulciano's noble families gave their name to the town's precious wine, which is called vino nobile.
All around the apartments is a large garden surrounded by vineyards, with a swimming pool available to the guests.
Each apartment sleeps 2 people.
Minimum stay is 3 days.

General daily price range per apartment: 140 - 160 euros

Website: Fattoria Argiano Apartments in Montepulciano, near Siena

Casa Bolsinina is a typical country house in Monteroni d'Arbia, between Siena and Montalcino, about 10 miles south of Siena. It's in a perfect position for day trips to places such as Pienza, Montepulciano, Murlo and San Gimignano, all of which are within easy reach.
The house, an elegant building with a refined environment, has holiday apartments sleeping 2 and 3 people, suites, single and double rooms.
The garden has a pool.
The area is celebrated for the wine it produces, and here you can taste excellent wines.
Casa Bolsinina is the ideal place for relaxing walks, mountain-bike trips or just for sweet idling.
Overall opinion. Casa Bolsinina is recommended by guides like Concierge, with this review: "Loggia and terraces. This old elegant brick house stands close to the area of Crete. The ground floor is common area furnished simply but tastefully and it has maintained its original architecture of arches and brick vaults. There is a lovely loggia and various terraces. The garden has a pool. In addition to the bedrooms, there are three apartments."

General price range per apartment, suite or room
Apartments & suites: 80 - 140 euros
Single & double rooms (including breakfast): 80 - 110 euros

Website: Casa Bolsinina in Monteroni d'Arbia, near Siena

Rental Saturnia are holiday apartments in the delightful village of Semproniano, near Saturnia, a spa town in Maremma, Southern Tuscany, not far from Siena.
Semproniano is a little village with a well-preserved, very beautiful historical centre, on a hill overlooking Albegna's Valley. It is made up of charming narrow alleys, quaint, old stone houses in natural travertine, and terraces that suddenly open up on a wonderful green panorama. Here, amidst fragrances and flowers, under a blue sky, the Rental Saturnia apartments represent a vacation in total quiet.

Website: Rental Saturnia Apartments in Semproniano, Maremma

San Giusto are holiday apartments in Volterra.
They can sleep 2, 4, and 6 people.
There is also a beautiful swimming-pool.

Website: San Giusto in Volterra, near Siena

Podere La Fonte are holiday apartments in a farmhouse in Montalcino, near Siena, where the famous wine Brunello di montalcino is produced.
Website: Podere La Fonte in Montalcino, near Siena

Il Molinello are holiday apartments in Asciano, a town a few miles from Siena, in the heart of the Crete Senesi area.
The large and small self-contained flats, perfectly furnished in a rustic style, are in a characteristic Mediaeval farmhouse.
Available for guests to use is a swimming-pool, green area, table-tennis, barbecue, wood fired oven. Mountain bike hire, nature walks with a guide and lessons on truffle growing are arranged.
There are several apartments, sleeping from 3 to 6 people.

Website: Il Molinello in Asciano, near Siena

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111 Travel Directory is an excellent travel site, well designed, easy to navigate, rich with information. The section "Tips 4 Trips", with advice from other travellers, is interesting. Italy is well represented and widely covered. Worth a visit. Click here: 111 Travel Directory - Here you'll find romantic getaways, country inns, boutique hotels, discount airfares, car rentals, vacation packages, European rail passes, plus travel advice.

To find information and the facility to book rail tickets and Passes in Italy, visit Rail Europe . They are the specialists on rail travel in Europe, and you can buy rail point-to-point tickets online for single journeys from one destination to another in Europe.

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