A charming 3-star hotel in a 19th-century neoclassical villa close to Siena's historic center and just a short walk from Piazza del Campo. The hotel has a delightful garden and maintains the elegant atmosphere of a private villa, making it popular with independent travelers.
Hotel Chiusarelli is a three-star hotel housed in a handsome 19th-century neoclassical villa at Viale Curtatone 15 in Siena, just outside the city's historic walls and approximately 800 metres walking distance from the Piazza del Campo — the extraordinary medieval shell-shaped main square at the heart of one of Italy's best-preserved medieval cities. The building's cream stucco facade, arched loggia, and surrounding garden retain much of the atmosphere of a private Sienese residence.
The villa was constructed in the 1870s and has functioned as a hotel for most of the 20th century, making it one of Siena's longest-established accommodation options and giving the property an authenticity that newer hotels in the city rarely match. The hotel has 48 rooms, including double and twin configurations, some triples, and a handful of rooms with views over the private garden or across the Sienese roofscape toward the Gothic campanile of the Duomo. Room sizes are modest but consistently maintained, with tile floors, simple locally made furnishings, and en-suite bathrooms. Air conditioning is standard throughout all guest rooms.
The garden is the hotel's most distinctive and prized feature: a genuine private green space with mature trees, wrought-iron garden furniture, and a terrace where breakfast is served outdoors during warm months. The small bar opening onto the garden is a pleasant setting for an evening drink before venturing into the city. The hotel serves breakfast but does not operate a lunch or dinner restaurant; Siena's historic center, within easy walking distance, offers a dense concentration of trattorie, enotece, and wine bars suitable for all budgets.
Viale Curtatone is a quiet boulevard on the western edge of the historic center, near the Porta Camollia city gate. The walk to the Piazza del Campo takes 10–12 minutes through the medieval lanes, passing some of Siena's finest Gothic palazzi. The railway station (Siena FS) is about 25 minutes on foot or a short bus ride. The hotel offers free on-site parking — a significant practical advantage for guests arriving by car, given Siena's rigorously enforced ZTL restricted traffic zone that covers the entire historic center.
Amenities
- garden
- bar
- wifi
- parking
- air conditioning
Location
Viale Curtatone, 15, 53100 Siena SI, Italy
43.3185, 11.3373 View on map
Highlights
- Free on-site parking in a 19th-century villa — a rare and valuable asset for car-traveling visitors to Siena
- 800 metres from the Piazza del Campo, Siena's extraordinary medieval main square and Palio venue
- Private garden with terrace for al fresco breakfast in a residential villa setting
- One of Siena's longest-established independent hotels, with a genuine historic villa character
- Quiet Viale Curtatone location on the edge of the historic center, convenient for city walks
Tips for visiting
- Book a garden-view room for the quietest sleep and a pleasant morning outlook over the private greenery
- Free parking makes this hotel especially practical for those driving from Florence, Rome, or the Chianti countryside
- The Piazza del Campo is 800 metres through the medieval lanes — allow 10–15 minutes at a leisurely pace
- During the Palio di Siena (July 2 and August 16), book many months in advance — rates rise sharply and availability collapses
- Ask at the front desk for current restaurant recommendations; the best Sienese trattorie are within the city walls
Accessibility
The villa has steps at the main entrance and does not have a lift connecting floors. Ground-floor rooms are the most accessible option for guests with limited mobility. The private garden and terrace are flat and navigable. Guests using wheelchairs or with restricted mobility are advised to contact the hotel directly before booking to confirm ground-floor room availability and access arrangements.
Visit, book or contact
Frequently asked questions
How close is Hotel Chiusarelli to the Piazza del Campo?
The Piazza del Campo is approximately 800 metres from the hotel — about 10–12 minutes on foot through Siena's medieval lanes and under the Gothic archways of the historic center.
Is there free parking at Hotel Chiusarelli?
Yes. The hotel offers free on-site parking in its own car park — a significant advantage given Siena's strict ZTL traffic restrictions across the entire historic center, which effectively prevent private cars from parking near the main monuments.
Does the hotel serve dinner?
Hotel Chiusarelli serves breakfast only. For lunch and dinner, the historic center — a short walk away — offers a wide selection of trattorie, enotece, and casual restaurants at varying price points.
Is Hotel Chiusarelli open year-round?
Yes. The hotel operates throughout the year and does not have a seasonal closure. It is one of Siena's most established independent properties with consistent year-round availability.