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SAN GIMIGNANO Albergo Relais Santa Chiara

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Via Matteotti 15, 53037 Tel [phone] Fax [phone] Rooms 41 Road map C3
An eclectic mix of historic and modern decor, this four-star hotel is situated on a hill just outside San Gimignano. The
rooms are somewhat small, but clean and cheerful - try to book one with a balcony. A swimming-pool with Jacuzzi,
garden and private parking add to its appeal. Wine-tasting and horse riding by arrangement. www.rsc.it
SAN GIMIGNANO La Collegiata

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Località Strada 27, 53037 Tel [phone] Fax [phone] Rooms 20 Road map C3
This outstanding Relais & Chateaux hotel in a converted Franciscan convent, offers stunning views of the towers of
San Gimignano. The 16th-century pietra serena building is surrounded by ancient cypresses and Italian-style gardens.
Indulge yourself in the restaurant and wine bar, or lounge in the spa and wellbeing centre. www.lacollegiata.it
SAN GIMIGNANO Villa San Paolo

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Strada per Certaldo, 53037 Tel [phone] Fax [phone] Rooms 18 Road map C3
Bounded by a rambling park, the isolated 18th-century country villa is now an exceptionally delightful four-star hotel
just outside San Gimignano. It has recently been restored with plush double rooms that complement the
architecture. Tennis courts and mountain bikes for hire. Three-night minimum stay. www.hotelvillasanpaolo.com
SAN GUSME Relais San Arceno

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Località Castelnuovo Berardenga, 53100 Tel [phone] Fax [phone] Rooms 40 Road map D3
This stately 17th-century villa hotel features large bedrooms with high vaulted ceilings and luxury reproduction antique
furnishings. Rooms have views of the surrounding park and lake. Many activities are on offer such as wine tasting and
cookery courses. Excursions to Siena on foot, by bike and on horseback.
SIENA Antica Torre

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Via di Fieravecchia 7, 53100 Tel/Fax [phone] Rooms 8 Road map D3
Along Siena's southeast walls, this small hotel is in a stunning 16th-century tower. The rooms are quiet and romantic,
while the old travertine stone staircase, stone arches, wooden beams and original brick vaults add lots of character.
The breakfast room occupies a medieval potter's shop. Close to all the main sights. www.anticatorresiena.it
SIENA Hotel Chiusarelli

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Viale Curtatone 15, 53100 Tel [phone] Fax [phone] Rooms 49 Road map D3
Within walking distance of Piazza del Campo, this tranquil villa is one of the oldest hotels in town. Built in 1870 by
the Chiusarelli family, the rooms are furnished in Neo-Classical style with views over the church of San Domenico.
Ask for a room with a balcony. Generous buffet breakfast served on the veranda. www.chiusarelli.com
SIENA Palazzo Bruchi di Masignani

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Via Pantaneto 105, 53100 Tel/Fax [phone] Rooms 9 Road map D3
In an 18th-century palazzo in the heart of Siena, this friendly B&B is within easy walking distance of Piazza del
Campo. Lovely view of the palazzo garden and the ancient city walls. Luxury rooms come with frescoed ceilings and
old-fashioned furnishings. Standard rooms are traditionally furnished with wall tapestries. www.palazzobruchi.it
SIENA Villa Piccola Siena

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Via Petriccio Belriguardo 7, 53100 Tel [phone] Fax [phone] Rooms 13 Road map D3
Close to Siena's historic centre, this three-star hotel provides traditionally decorated rooms, small terrace garden, a
gourmet restaurant, cookery courses, guided tours, bicycle rentals and horse riding by arrangement. The staff is
friendly and baby-sitting can be arranged. www.villapiccolasiena.com
SIENA Hotel Athena

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Via P Mascagni 55, 53100 Tel [phone] Fax [phone] Rooms 100 Road map D3
Situated in a quiet residential area, this modern four-star hotel is just a short way from the Siena Duomo. Rooms are
fairly large and comfortable though the decor is not very distinctive. The rooftop terrace has fantastic views over
Siena and beyond. The fine restaurant serves authentic local cuisine. Private parking. www.hotelathena.com
SIENA Pensione Palazzo Ravizza

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Pian dei Mantellini 34, 53100 Tel [phone] Fax [phone] Rooms 30 Road map D3
This well-located, quiet pensione is in a renovated Renaissance palace. Rooms come with original terracotta floors,
frescoed ceilings, carved doorways and antique furnishings. Suites have their own lounge areas. The gourmet
restaurant and splendid terrace garden add to the Ravizza's considerable charm. www.palazzoravizza.it
SIENA Residence Bosco della Spina

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Lupompesi, Murlo, 53016 Tel [phone] Fax [phone] Rooms 14 Road map D3
Fourteen apartments managed as a hotel, this residence-restaurant occupies the renovated barns, granaries, haylofts
and stables of a medieval farmhouse outside Siena. Rooms have been renovated in antique style by using terracotta,
stone, solid wood and wrought iron. The superb restaurant has a panoramic terrace. www.boscodellaspina.com
SIENA Sangallo Park Hotel

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Strada di Vico Alto 2, 53100 Tel [phone] Fax [phone] Rooms 50 Road map D3
Two kilometres (one mile) from Siena's historical centre, the Sangallo offers the perfect base for exploring the Chianti
and Val d'Orcia countryside by car, bike or foot. The rooms are large with modern decor. The generous breakfast is
served on the panoramic terrace, and there is also a pretty garden to relax in. www.sangalloparkhotel.it