Double Room | City view

Reviews of PALAZZO DEL PAPA

PALAZZO DEL PAPA
Via Casato di Sotto, 15, Siena

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 64 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 64 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 64 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 64 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 64 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hamza was a spectacular host. Our accommodations were beyond exceptional and our location was right in the middle of everything. We lives it and will recommend it to anyone traveling here. Again, Hamza made all the difference.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alberto

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ralph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic place
Fantastic place! Hamza was incredible with his help, attention and service. The location is steps from the main square with restaurants, shops, etc. literally outside your door. All of this with being very quiet when you are inside. Nice room with a very nice common are that included all of the amenities. I will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing!!!
I cannot recommend this place highly enough! If I could give 6 or 10 stars I would! The location is great - Hamza is amazing and the place is adorable, clean, and perfectly furnished. I can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Kathryn, south pasadena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Robert

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
We paid a very high premium to stay at this location during the Palio race and doing so was a mistake. The road where the place is located is closed for some hours before the Palio race because the Palio parade uses this road. We were unable to return to the room during this time, even though we needed badly to go to the room. There was no blanket on the bed, only a sheet, and there was no blanket in the room for us to choose to use. The toilet paper ran out and there was no extra roll in the room. There is a step down from the bathroom to the bedroom, which is hard to see at night with no night light. Most hotels, at this price, include some sort of breakfast in Siena. Hamza's service was excellent, for sure. It is a bad location for the Palio and definitely not worth the premium price.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from Hamza on 20 Aug 2023
We are sorry to hear that we couldn’t meet all of your expectations.We would however like to point out that the location of the guesthouse is usually appreciated by all our guests as it is located only a few steps away from Piazza del Campo, the city’s main square, at the heart of the historical centre. The Palio is Siena’s most important cultural event, a tradition that dates back as far as the 12th century. During this time, tourists from all over the world visit Siena to take part in the experience. Prices can’t be expected to be particularly low during this period. All our prices are aligned with those set by similar accommodations.We informed you beforehand that, for reasons of crowd control and in order to guarantee the security of all participants, an important number of streets, particularly those through which the parade passes, are closed during the Palio.As you point out correctly, most hotels would offer breakfast. As stated on all websites, Palazzo del Papa, however, is a guesthouse. As such, we are unable to offer breakfast. We make sure this information is clear and visible to all on all booking systems in order to prevent false expectations. We try to make up for this by providing our guests with free snacks and refreshments, as well as coffee, all kinds of teas and herbal teas.Italy is a Mediterranean country. During August, temperatures easily reach 105 degrees Fahrenheit, as was the case when you were visiting. In Italy, it is customary not to put blankets on the beds during Summer. This is also due to the fact that most people here prefer not to use their air conditioning on very low temperatures during the night. Blankets are however always available upon request and I was happy to provide you with one as soon as you asked.I entered your room every day and did your daily cleaning in order to provide you with everything that you could need in the room. 2 extra rolls of toilet paper can be found under the bathroom sink at any time. We hope that in the future you will be able to find accommodation better suited to your needs and expectations.Kind regards Hamza

10/10 Excellent

Renee, Rostraver township

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very accommodating and friendly staff! Extremely clean! Wonderful location!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ruby

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best guesthouse in Siena!
We had an absolutely amazing stay in Siena with the fantastic Hamza, he was unbelievably kind and helpful, nothing was too much of an ask. The rooms were beautiful and very comfortable and the location couldn't have been more perfect, right on the main square. Hamza helped us in every way, from letting us drop our bags off early to making reservations for us, we honestly can't thank him enough. If you're heading to Siena definitely stay here, you won't be disappointed.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gerorgina

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

john

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing guest room in the heart of Siena. Literally just steps from the main square, and a few blocks from the Cathedral. It was a perfect location for our 4 night stay. The room was nicely finished and had a comfortable bed. Expresso machine in the lobby was a nice touch as well, along with free bottled water. There was also wine and Prosecco for purchase. As happy as we were with the room, our host Hamza made this a trip to be remembered. He was very enthusiastic and friendly, and gave us great suggestions on places to eat, drink and take in views of this beautiful city. He is a wonderful host! When we return some day, we will be staying here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was absolutely perfect! Our host, Hamza was so kind and helpful! I would definitely stay there again!!! Beautiful rooms and amenities. Thank you again Hamza! You're the BEST

10/10 Excellent

Yvette

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great host / charming place to stay in Siena
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Miguel A

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The customer service was very great and useful. They prepared our stay before we arrived. The hotel is so close to the main plaza. Hamza was always very helpful and cordial. We enjoyed our stay in Siena. Thank you so much fo all you did.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A memorable trip
Located in an historically protected building steps from Il Campo the modern spotless interior of the apartment was a lovely surprise. Hamza did everything to make our stay pleasant with plentiful coffee. Water and cookies. His restaurant recommendations were the best. Thank you for making our return to Siena so memorable.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristin Dane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bravissimo!
Palazzo Del Pappa was such a cool experience. Definitely a European Room, but extremely updated and the location to the Palazzo Di Campo couldn’t be better. Everything was walkable! Don’t bring a car because you cannot park anywhere in the city. I saw it first hand. It’s not a hotel thing, it’s more of a City of Siena thing. We ran into people who had to park 15 minutes out of town. Regardless, the hotel is so cool! And Homza is the coolest and nicest host! He bent over backwards to make sure our stay was great! I cannot recommend enough!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Florence

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect all around. Everything was great; Hamza is a very gracious host. So helpful and made our visit so enjoyable. I highly recommend Palazzi Del Papa.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hamza was very accommodating The room Was Spotlessly clean and All about needs where catered For, I would highly recommend this accommodation
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Howard

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location is great.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay
Modern and clean accommodation. Fantastic host who couldn't be more welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

William Alexander

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location close to town center. Staff very friendly and attentive. Would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful welcome here when we turned up unexpectedly because our previous booking was unsuitable. The staff could not have been more helpful and we so enjoyed the unique style of the hotel we extended our stay. A fascinating 13th century pilgrims’ hostel with ultra modern fittings creates a unique and individual ambience - and in a great location with some lovely restaurants just down the street
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect location and host
Absolutely excellent stay. You won't be disappointed. Period. And Hazma is extremely helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kendra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfecto
Hamza is the best host! Organised a lovely dinner for us at a great Sienese restaurant. The place is in the perfect location. Is modern and comfortable. Plus free mineral water! Would definitely recommend
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Amy, Brooklyn, NY

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a really lovely B&B. The location was wonderful and the room was tasteful, stylish and comfortable. It was all very fresh and clean as well, with nice amenities like free water, coffee/tea and cookies in the lobby, good bedside reading lights and plenty of clean towels. The caffe (right around the corner on the Campo) where breakfast is provided had a good selection and was was a fun place to start the day. Overall a great value. Hamza, who greeted us, couldn't have been more welcoming or helpful and pre-arrival communication with Edmundo was easy and prompt. We only had one night in Siena this trip, but we'd definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the location as well as the overall amenities it had. My only criticism is that the description of the apartment said it had A/C and neither of the rooms had it working at the moment. We had difficulty sleeping the second night as the temperature in Siena was not as cold. We tried opening to windows but then there was too much exterior noise.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, very clean and beautifully presented, great host.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Linda

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

DjuroK, Chicago, IL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is great, in city center, super clean, and host was super nice, well after traveling more than 50 city’s in past few years this was the best host. We got a siena map with all attractions, this B&B is a modern mix with the original bldg. Super nice.... would stay here any time...
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice clean and comfortable place. Great location and great friendly host. Kai
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

6/10 Okay

Francesca

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Richard&Gill, Swansea

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hamza who owns the property is so nice ,helpful, and friendly.The hotel is super cool with great decor and comfort.Just off the main Piazza, everything is on your doorstep. Would definately stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful location, great attention to detail and fabulous hosts
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in May 2019

6/10 Okay

juan carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Bien ubicada Habitación pequeña Cara para lo recibido Atención muy buena
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hamza ist ein super netter Gastgeber. Steht jederzeit für Fragen und Tipps in Siena zur Verfügung. Er hat uns regionale Restaurant empfohlen, die einfach super waren. Es gab toscanisches Essen und kaum Touristen, sondern eher Einheimische.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

SALVATORE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ambiente ben curato e ben pulito. Encomiabile l'accoglienza e l'assistenza durante il soggiorno da parte del Gestore.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Innocenzo

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Piedad

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excelente hotel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

ANNA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Ótimo!!
Local muito bem limpo e ótima localização. O Hamza é muito atencioso, solícito e prestativo. Adoramos nossa estadia.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

ATTILIO DI

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Aspetti molto positivi: posizione,gentilezza e disponibilità del personale (titolare), ambienti ben arredati e puliti. Aspetti ritenuti negativi: ascensore non ancora utilizzabile,colazione non all'altezza delle aspettative .
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021
Response from Hamza on 7 Nov 2021
Caro Attilio,ti ringrazio per le note positive ,ma l'ascensore e la colazione non sono menzionati nella nostra pagina ,pertanto non vedo come tu possa ritenerla una cosa negativa. Inoltre dici COLAZIONE NON ALL'ALTEZZA DELLE ASPETTATIVE....come può essere se non forniamo colazione? Forse hai fatto un pò di confusione con altre strutture? Sperando di non averti più come nostro gradito ospite,cordiali saluti.

8/10 Good

Ronan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Merci a Hamza
Tres bon séjour dans un b&b de grande qualité que je n’hesiterais pas à recommander !
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bella camera, posizione ottima e accoglienza perfetta. Hamza, il ragazzo che ci ha accolto, molto gentile e simpatico. Consigliato!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021