Grand Hotel Continental Siena - Starhotels Collezione

Siena 43.32088800, 11.33064800 , Via Dei Banchi Di Sopra 85 (Show on Map)
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Summary of reviewsThe Grand Hotel Continental Siena - Starhotels Collezione is celebrated for its exceptional location in the historic heart of Siena. Guests often praise its easy access to the city's main attractions, such as Piazza del Campo and numerous restaurants, all within walking distance. Housed in a historic building, the hotel's architecture and ambiance add a touch of classic charm, which is further complemented by its splendid décor and magnificent rooms, many offering stunning views of the ancient city.

The hotel's breakfast is generally well-received, noted for its rich, abundant selection and pleasant dining experience within the charming historic setting. Some guests find the variety lacking over longer stays and there are occasional critiques about specific items and service inconsistencies. Nevertheless, the overall breakfast experience is considered top-notch, fitting for a five-star establishment.

Dinner at the hotel's restaurant also earns commendations for the high standard of food and excellent service, particularly in the lovely lobby restaurant. However, the unavailability of the terrace restaurant and mixed reviews about in-room dining are noted. Despite these points, many still recommend dining at the hotel's restaurant, coupled with the positive reception of the bar.

Guests frequently highlight the cleanliness and comfort of the rooms, describing them as simple yet super clean with high-end furnishings and classic décor that contribute to the hotel's opulent ambiance. However, there are occasional complaints about musty smells, worn carpets and noise from the streets, suggesting some rooms could benefit from updates and better soundproofing.

The staff at Grand Hotel Continental Siena is consistently lauded for their friendliness, attentiveness and professionalism. Their dedication ensures a seamless and pleasant stay with many reviewers singling out the exceptional service from the reception and concierge teams.

While the valet parking service is appreciated for its efficiency and convenience, the high cost of this service is a noted drawback with some guests feeling it should be included in the room price.

The beds at the hotel receive high praise for their exceptional comfort, contributing to restful nights. A few guests, however, find the beds smaller or less comfortable than expected.

Despite some mixed feedback regarding the hotel’s five-star rating and the need for occasional updates, the hotel is undeniably elegant and luxurious. The historic charm, splendid architecture and superb location create a memorable experience for those wishing to immerse themselves in the beauty and culture of Siena. The hotel successfully blends historical grandeur with luxurious comfort, standing as a testament to Siena's rich cultural heritage.
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Boutique-style Hotel
Housed in a historic palace in the heart of Siena, this hotel blends elegant luxury with a prime central location. It features refined rooms, a prestigious atmosphere, and offers experiences like ceramic decoration lessons.

Luxury Hotel
As the only 5-star hotel in Siena's historic center, this hotel is set in a magnificent 16th-century palazzo with frescoed ceilings and an extensive wine cellar. It offers opulent rooms and suites with luxurious furnishings and some with panoramic views or private terraces overlooking Siena.

Historic Hotel
Housed in the 16th-century Palazzo Gori Pannilini, built around 1501 and transformed in 1677 by architect Carlo Fontana. This Renaissance architectural gem features original frescoes, priceless artworks, and a wine cellar in a medieval tower. It served as the residence for Queen Margherita of Savoy.

Hotel for Honeymoon
As the only 5-star hotel in the historical center, it offers luxurious rooms with frescoes and period furniture. The underground wine cellar provides a unique tasting experience, ideal for a romantic evening. Its central location near Piazza del Campo and the Duomo makes exploring Siena effortless.

Family Friendly Hotel
This hotel offers spacious family rooms and provides gadgets, surprises, special menus, and dedicated services for children. Two children under 16 stay for free when sharing a room with at least one adult. Amenities like bath-time accessories, cribs, playpens, and strollers are available upon request.

Dog Friendly Hotel
Grand Hotel Continental Siena is listed among the pet-friendly hotels in Siena.

Romantic Hotel
Located in the heart of Siena, this luxury hotel offers opulent rooms and exceptional service. Its central location and elegant ambiance make it a romantic choice for exploring the city.

Hotel near Nightlife Spots
Located on Via Dei Banchi Di Sopra, this hotel places guests in the heart of Siena's action. Its central location provides easy access to numerous bars, restaurants, and the vibrant Piazza del Campo, ensuring a lively nightlife experience.

Business Hotel
This hotel offers luxurious accommodations and is known to be one of the best hotels in Siena. While specific business amenities are not detailed in the provided context, its reputation suggests it caters to discerning travelers, potentially including business clientele.

Hotel with Parking
Located in Siena's historic center, the hotel offers private parking options nearby, including valet parking and a parking garage. Guests with reservations are authorized to access the ZTL via a specific route.

Accessible Hotel
This hotel is designed to be accessible for guests with disabilities, ensuring a comfortable stay.

5-Star Hotel
This is the only 5-star hotel located in the historical center of Siena, steps from Piazza del Campo and the Duomo. The hotel is housed in a magnificent 17th-century building with frescoed ceilings, cotto floors, and original chandeliers. It offers an opulent ballroom and an impressive underground wine cellar.

Room Types
Classic Double Room With air conditioning, satellite TV and private bathroom.

Deluxe Double Room Spacious, with air conditioning, satellite TV and private bathroom.

Superior Double Room The spacious double room features air conditioning, a minibar, as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath or a shower and a bidet.

Heritage Suite fresh flowers in room upon arrival

Connecting Rooms Featuring free toiletries and bathrobes, this quadruple room includes a private bathroom with a bath or a shower, a bidet and a hairdryer. The air-conditioned quadruple room features a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a minibar, a coffee machine and a wardrobe. The unit has 2 beds.

Triple Room Featuring free toiletries and bathrobes, this triple room includes a private bathroom with a bath or a shower, a bidet and a hairdryer. The triple room features air conditioning, a minibar, a coffee machine, a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The unit has 2 beds.

Panoramic Suite fresh flowers in room upon arrival

Family Room This family room has a sofa, soundproofing and air conditioning.

Deluxe Double or Twin Room with View Providing free toiletries and bathrobes, this twin/double room includes a private bathroom with a bath or a shower, a bidet and a hairdryer. The spacious air-conditioned twin/double room provides a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a minibar, a coffee machine, a wardrobe as well as city views. The unit offers 1 bed.

Deluxe Double or Twin Room with Terrace The spacious twin/double room features air conditioning, a minibar, a terrace with city views as well as a private bathroom boasting a bath or a shower. The unit has 1 bed.

Noble Junior Suite The spacious suite has 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom with a bath or a shower and free toiletries. The suite features tiled floors, a seating area with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, air conditioning, a minibar, as well as a coffee machine. The unit has 1 bed.

Standard Single Room Featuring free toiletries and bathrobes, this single room includes a private bathroom with a bath or a shower, a bidet and a hairdryer. The air-conditioned single room features a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a minibar, a coffee machine and a wardrobe. The unit has 1 bed.

About Grand Hotel Continental Siena - Starhotels Collezione
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Guest Reviews
8.8
Excellent
Location
Nestled in the historic heart of Siena, the Grand Hotel Continental Siena - Starhotels Collezione boasts an exceptional location. Reviews frequently highlight its centrality, making it a prime spot for tourists keen to explore the city's main attractions, often just a few steps away. The hotel is described as a beautiful and elegant property housed in a historic building, adding a touch of classic charm to guests' stays.

Many guests praised the hotel's splendid and magnificent architecture, complementing the overall ambiance and decor. The location is particularly appreciated for its proximity to numerous restaurants and the famous Piazza del Campo, ensuring that guests are always within walking distance of Siena's vibrant life.

The staff receives accolades for being friendly and helpful, contributing to an overall positive experience. In addition to its enviable placement in the city, the hotel offers excellent services, including valet parking and a hearty breakfast. It is evident that the combination of superb location, historic charm and stellar service make the Grand Hotel Continental Siena - Starhotels Collezione an ideal choice for anyone wishing to immerse themselves in the beauty and culture of Siena.

Breakfast
The breakfast experience at Grand Hotel Continental Siena - Starhotels Collezione has garnered a mix of feedback, trending largely towards positive impressions. Guests frequently described the breakfast as excellent with a rich and abundant selection. Many appreciated the wide variety of options available, both continental and cooked, noting that it was delicious and well-presented. The dining experience is enhanced by the charm of the historic building and a pleasant dining room.

However, a few guests mentioned that while the variety was commendable, it remained unchanged over longer stays. Some critiques were aimed at specific items like the quality of breads and the occasional inconsistency in service, particularly in light of Covid restrictions, which shifted the buffet to table service. Despite these minor drawbacks, the overall sentiment portrays the breakfast as top-notch, worthy of a five-star establishment with particular praise for the attentive and friendly staff and the exquisitely presented dishes.

Dinner
The dinner experience at Grand Hotel Continental Siena - Starhotels Collezione is generally well-regarded. Guests frequently praise the food as being of the highest standard with particular commendations for the good food and service in the lobby restaurant. The restaurant is noted for its excellence, not only for dinner but also for breakfast. However, some guests have mentioned that the terrace restaurant was unexpectedly unavailable, which was a disappointment and the quality of in-room dining was found lacking. Despite some mixed opinions, many still recommend dining at the hotel's restaurant, appreciating both the meals and the wonderful bar. While some felt there are better options in the city, the overall impression of the dining experience remains positive.

Rooms
At the Grand Hotel Continental Siena - Starhotels Collezione, the rooms garner mixed feedback but lean heavily towards positive attributes. The hotel boasts simple yet super clean rooms with some described as beautifully designed and equipped with exceptionally high-end furniture and finishes. Many guests highlight the classic, antique-like decor that adds to the property's magnificent ambiance, making it a pleasure just to sit and soak in the opulent atmosphere.

Various rooms offer stunning and breathtaking views of the ancient city with some featuring beautiful terraces above the rooftops, perfect for a romantic getaway. The junior suite, in particular, is noted for its spaciousness and regal balcony. Guests frequently mention the rooms being cozy, welcoming and well-maintained with comfortable beds ensuring a good night's rest.

Despite these positives, some reviews point out areas for improvement. Issues with musty smells, worn carpets and outdated facilities are noted, indicating that some rooms could benefit from a refresh. The bathrooms, while functional, occasionally show signs of wear with some guests finding the showers not very practical. Noise from the streets can also be a concern for rooms facing busy areas, highlighting a need for better soundproofing.

Overall, while there are minor drawbacks such as occasional noise and the need for some updates, the hotel's classic charm, exceptional views and attentive staff make for a largely positive experience.

Beds
The Grand Hotel Continental Siena - Starhotels Collezione receives consistent praise for its exceptionally comfortable beds. Many guests highlight the super comfy and incredibly comfortable beds as a standout aspect of their stay. The beds, often described as delightful, contribute significantly to a restful night's sleep. Additionally, the comfort of the bedding, including the pillows, adds to the overall positive sleep experience. However, there are occasional mentions of beds being small or not meeting comfort expectations for some guests. Despite these few remarks, the overall sentiment leans strongly towards the beds being a delightful feature of the hotel.

Cleanliness
Grand Hotel Continental Siena - Starhotels Collezione has received a mix of feedback regarding its cleanliness. Many guests praised its superb quality and cleanliness, highlighting spotless and well-maintained rooms, as well as clean and comfortable accommodations. The interior cleanliness was often described as exceptional with very clean and spacious rooms being a common compliment. Additionally, the hotel staff received high marks for being super nice, friendly and extremely helpful, contributing positively to the overall experience.

However, some guests had concerns about specific aspects of the hotel's cleanliness. Reports of dirty and musky carpets were noted, along with occasional remarks about rooms not being clean enough upon arrival. A few reviews mentioned that the cleaning was not perfect, which some found disappointing given the hotel's five-star rating and price point. Despite these issues, the overall sentiment leaned towards a clean and well-maintained environment that met high standards of service and hospitality.

Staff
Nestled in the heart of Siena, Grand Hotel Continental boasts an exceptional team whose dedication and professionalism elevate the guest experience. The hotel staff are consistently described as extremely friendly, helpful and attentive, always keen to assist with a smile. Their remarkable service stands out with many guests noting their politeness and top-notch customer service.

From the reception to the concierge, every interaction is met with warmth and a willingness to go above and beyond. The hotel's personnel are not only knowledgeable but also incredibly kind, always ready to offer assistance without being intrusive. This balance of friendliness and professionalism ensures that guests feel both welcomed and well-cared-for.

Whether it's the seamless check-in process or the attentive service throughout the stay, the staff's commitment to excellence is evident. The glowing reviews reflect a team that is always available, ensuring that every need is met promptly and courteously. In a stunning location like Siena, the Grand Hotel Continental shines even brighter thanks to its exceptional staff.

Parking
Grand Hotel Continental Siena - Starhotels Collezione offers a valet parking service that guests find to be efficient and convenient, despite the hotel's location in a pedestrian zone. The hotel provides clear communication on where to park and guests can drive directly to the hotel, where porters assist with luggage. The valet parking is generally praised as very useful and perfect. However, the cost of the parking service is frequently mentioned as being quite high with fees ranging from €45 to €65 per night, which some guests feel should be included in the room price. While navigating the old town to reach the hotel can be confusing, the valet service and the overall parking situation are appreciated by many, enhancing the overall convenience and quality of the stay.

5 Star
Grand Hotel Continental Siena - Starhotels Collezione has garnered mixed feedback regarding its five-star rating, facilities and services. While it is recognized as a five-star establishment, many reviewers felt that it did not fully live up to this classification. Some guests expressed disappointment with the breakfast offering, describing it as inadequate for a hotel of such caliber. Additionally, criticisms were raised about the hotel's age and outdated facilities, which led to an overall uncomfortable stay for some visitors. The decor and amenities in the rooms were also seen as basic, especially when considering the high rates charged by the hotel. Multiple reviewers highlighted that the value for money did not align with the elevated prices associated with five-star accommodations. In summary, the hotel received praise for its five-star intentions, but many felt it fell short of truly meeting that standard.

Historic
Grand Hotel Continental Siena stands as a testament to historical grandeur in the heart of Siena. This magnificent property, a 16th-century palace, offers impeccable accommodation within the ancient walled city. Perfectly situated in the historic center, it provides an exceptional experience of living in a historic building that dates back to the 1500s. The hotel, beautifully renovated and attentively refurbished, seamlessly integrates with the context of the historic center, preserving its splendid ancient structure.

Guests appreciate the great location and the charm of the staff, enhancing the overall experience of staying in such a culturally rich environment. The Grand Hotel Continental Siena is not just a place to rest; it's a journey into the past, where guests can immerse themselves in the exceptional historic heritage of one of Italy's most beautiful cities.

Luxury
Grand Hotel Continental Siena - Starhotels Collezione, situated in the beautiful city of Siena, offers an impeccable blend of history and luxury. It stands out as a true 5-star hotel, a beautiful and luxurious facility that matches and some might argue, surpasses the grandeur of Florence. The hotel is appreciated for its incredible building that embodies both historical significance and topnotch luxury. Guests consistently highlight the 5-star welcome, reaffirming the hotel's commitment to providing a premium experience. While there are suggestions that some areas could benefit from better maintenance, the overall impression remains one of exceptional luxury and refined accommodation.


No, Grand Hotel Continental Siena - Starhotels Collezione doesn't have any pool.

No, a spa isn't available at Grand Hotel Continental Siena - Starhotels Collezione.

Yes, Grand Hotel Continental Siena - Starhotels Collezione welcomes dogs.

Yes, parking facilities are available at Grand Hotel Continental Siena - Starhotels Collezione.

No, Grand Hotel Continental Siena - Starhotels Collezione doesn't have a gym.

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