Siena
Grand Hotel Continental
Siena, 53100 , Italy
If you’re looking for an up-close look at history in the Renaissance city of Siena, there’s no better place to lay your head than at this gem of a hotel, set in a 17th-century Baroque palace called Palazzo Gori Pannilini, originally built by Chigi Pope Alexander VII. Thanks to a recent top-to-bottom renovation, the splendor of the 51 rooms and suites, some set in the property’s medieval tower, is visible at every turn, but the public spaces are the most inspiring: the terracotta lobby features a travertine stone staircase, restored 17th-century balustrades, and a giant gilded 19th-century clock that chimes on the hour. Oversize glass and metal doors open onto the Winter Garden, a sunroom filled with ferns and soft light. Inside this airy space is Sapordivino, the hotel’s wine bar and restaurant, offering classic Tuscan cuisine such as ribollita, a traditional bean soup, and house-made pici pasta—best paired with a bottle of the region’s Tenuta San Guido.
Room to Book:
Reserve a night in the Altana Suite for panoramic views of Siena and living areas accented with 17th-century frescoes and modern hotel necessities such as giant LCD TVs and wireless Internet.
Insider Tip:
For an orientation on regional wines—from Chianti to Montepulciano and Bolgheri—take one of the hotel’s wine tutorials in partnership with the Siena Wine School.
Amenities
Open / Closes- Adults Only
- Accessible by Public Transportation
- Babysitting
- Business Center
- Concierge
- Celeb-Spotting
- Childcare
- Dry Cleaning
- Design Hotel
- Family Friendly
- Gay Friendly
- Handicapped Accessible
- Historic
- Kids' Programs
- Luxury Boutique Hotel
- Laundry Service
- Meeting Room
- Manor/Estate/Villa
- Maid Service
- Pet Friendly
- Parking Available
- Parking Fee
- Room Service
- Turndown
- Valet Parking
- WiFi
Number of Rooms: 51
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Number of Restaurants: 2
Number of Bars: 2
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Year Opened: built 17th century, refurbished 2002
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