My husband and I would like to be in Siena for July 19-23, but are having a difficult time finding a place to stay. B&B, villa or farm woul dbe nice.
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Raleigh, NC, USA
22 posts
If you're going around the time of the Palio, you may have to go farther afield. Good luck!
Posted by
Vernon, Canada
32322 posts
Tiffani,
As Karen said, that time of year is usually VERY busy in Siena because of the Palio. Trying to book something for July at this late date is going to be difficult.
Where are you looking for listings? If you've exhausted all the lodgings in the Italy 2009 Guidebook, you might consider Hostels? Have a look at www.hostelworld.com/findabed.php/ChosenCity.Siena/ChosenCountry.Italy for some examples.
Good luck and happy travels!
Posted by
US Pacific Northwest
10344 posts
As others have said, July can be a busy time in Siena. But the first Palio is July 2nd and the second is August 16--neither of these dates corresponds with your dates. The several days before the Palios would also be solidly booked, but it seems that the Palio is not the reason you're finding Siena booked. So you may want to keep trying.
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OP
Rohnert Park, ca, USA
18 posts
Thanks you everyone. We found a B&B in Siena with good review and have made our booking.
Posted by
Hazelton, USA
10 posts
Tiffani,
I was wondering if you would mind sharing which B&B you are staying at? I am going to Siena and am having a hard time finding a place to stay.
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OP
Rohnert Park, ca, USA
18 posts
Sure B&B Caamollia
Posted by
Seattle, USA
11 posts
We will stay at Villa Elda in June. Can't wait. They've been very responsive and helpful and have good reviews.
Posted by
San Diego, CA, USA
31 posts
In April 2009 we stayed at the B&B Alle Due Porte in Siena. Very nice - very close to the Duomo and Il Campo. There is no elevator and the stairs were narrow and steep, a problem for some. The rooms were generous in size and the breakfast(pastries, yogurts, cereals) was very good! The proprietor and his wife were very accommodating and she made the most fabulous breakfast pastries.