I wanted to write this for those who are traveling to Siena. I had followed a RS recommendation and stayed at Piccolo Hotel Etruria for one night in June (2018). I chose this hotel based on the price, location, RS's recommendation, and the fact it had air conditioning. My family arrived on a hot day and were pleased with our room, until we realized the air conditioning wasn't working (throughout the hotel, we were told). That would be bad enough, but it was made worse because we couldn't open our windows due to the incredible outside noise. I just wanted to let travelers know that if you are staying during a weekend or during some holiday, the rooms are loud (I'm assuming they are quieter on weekdays, but I could be wrong)! The location is just off the city center square so it is ideal, but that being the case, you get all the teenagers hanging around and yelling 'till the wee hours of the morning (I think it got quieter after 2 am). If you are used to city noise or can sleep through anything, this probably isn't a problem, but if you like quiet, I'd avoid this hotel (during weekends and holidays). I also wanted to add that they did nothing to compensate for the lack of air conditioning (and in fact seem to deny it now when I emailed them after our vacation) and seemed to think nothing of it. The room was nice and the staff was nice, but I'd truly hesitate (a lot) before staying here again.
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