About Grand Hotel Continental Siena
Grand Hotel Continental Siena occupies Palazzo Gori Pannilini on Banchi di Sopra, the main street of Siena’s old town, a short walk from Piazza del Campo. It has 51 rooms and suites and is part of the Starhotels Collezione group.
What sets it apart is the palazzo itself, with frescoed rooms and period decor, and a long history as a stop for 19th-century Grand Tour travelers. It suits couples, wine lovers and travelers who want to stay inside Siena’s walls.
At a glance
Highlights
- Palazzo Gori Pannilini
- Walk to Piazza del Campo
- Wine cellar in a 13th-century tower
- Frescoed interiors
- On Banchi di Sopra
Amenities
Rooms and suites
- Classic and Executive rooms
- Executive Junior Suites and Suites
- Duplex Suite and Royal Suite
- Terracotta floors, beamed ceilings and, in some rooms, frescoes
Restaurants and bars
The hotel is not all-inclusive.
- Sapordivino: Tuscan and Sienese dishes with a modern touch
- Lounge Bar by Sapordivino: drinks and light dining in the palazzo courtyard
- Wine Cellar by Sapordivino: tastings with a sommelier in a 13th-century tower
Beach, pools and spa
Siena is inland, so there is no beach. The hotel has no pool or spa.
Activities and entertainment
Guests can book wine tastings in the hotel’s cellar. Piazza del Campo and Siena Cathedral are within walking distance. Childcare and in-room babysitting are available for a fee.
Who it’s best for
- Best for: couples and wine lovers who want a historic luxury base in the center of Siena.
- Consider another resort if: you want a pool, a spa or a countryside setting.
Getting there from Florence Airport
Florence Airport (FLR) is about 1 hour 15 minutes away by car. Pisa International Airport (PSA) is farther, at about 1 hour 45 minutes.
Book a private transfer in advance so a driver meets you at arrivals and takes you straight to the hotel.
Good to know
- Parking is valet and charged
- Air conditioning may run only at certain hours from November 1 to April 15
- Siena charges a city tax per person per night
- One dog or cat is allowed in some rooms for a fee
Location of Grand Hotel Continental Siena
FAQ about Grand Hotel Continental Siena
Where is Grand Hotel Continental Siena?
At Banchi di Sopra 85 in Siena's old town, a short walk from Piazza del Campo.
How many rooms does it have?
51 rooms and suites.
How far is Florence Airport?
About 1 hour 15 minutes by car.
Does the hotel have a pool or spa?
No.
Is there a restaurant?
Yes. Sapordivino serves Tuscan and Sienese dishes.
Can I do a wine tasting at the hotel?
Yes. The wine cellar in a 13th-century tower offers tastings with a sommelier.
Is there parking?
Yes, valet parking, which is charged.
Is the air conditioning available all year?
It may run only at certain hours from November 1 to April 15.
Are pets allowed?
Yes, one dog or cat in some rooms, for a fee.
Is it good for families?
Yes. Childcare and babysitting are available for a fee.
