Bed & Breakfast Palazzo al Torrione - San Gimignano

Average rating:  8.0

Guest type: Family with older children

stayed in Feb 2008

Very nice property in excellent situation within San Gimignano. Room quality was great. It is more a B&B than a full hotel. The fact that you have to call somebody to run from blocks away and check you in is cumbersome. Also is the fact that car parking happens blocks away and they have to bring you back and forth to pick up your car, which is understood given the traffic limitations within the old city. Location is 2 streets away from Main Plaza and Historic Museums

Guest name: EP, Mexico

Average rating:  8.1

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Sep 2007

We had 4 fantastic days in the San G area using Palazzo al Torrione as a base. Gianna arranged parking for our car (5euro per day) about a 5 minute walk away. The Palazzo's location is ideal being within the City walls but just 1 street back from the main "tourist street". You can wander around the town almost unhindered before 9.00 am or after 6.00 pm when there are fewer people around. The 'Palace' was clean and well appointed and we had a room with a large terrace overlooking the walls with views to the countryside. This gave a real Tuscan feel to 'drinks on the terrace after 5' with our neighbours from the adjoining room with whom we shared this magic space. Breakfast was liberal with rolls, croissants, jam, juice, yoghurt, fresh fruit, tea/coffee and that magic custard tart served by either Francesco or his Mum Gianna. We found this place to be special.

Guest name: JP, Australia

Average rating:  9.1

Guest type: Group

stayed in Aug 2007

Muy acogedor. Trato realmente amable y muy familiar. Habitación encantadora y muy limpio todo. Volveriamos seguro. Ademas acompaña la belleza de San Gimignano. MUY RECOMENDABLE.

Guest name: PC, Spain

Average rating:  9.0

Guest type: Family with young children

stayed in Aug 2007

They met us outside the town and took us to their parking lot where we left our car - and then drove us to the hotel. Very pleasant rooms - nice and clean.

Guest name: Geoff Dubois, Canada

Average rating:  8.3

Guest type: Not Specified

stayed in Jul 2007

The hotel is great, the only trouble was I arrived on Sunday, so the landlord was not a the hotel, and I have to call by my movile phone expending my money.

Guest name: Adriana Arias, Spain

Average rating:  9.5

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Jul 2007

Arrival is a little tricky since you can't take your car within the walls and have to find the family store.

Guest name: MG, USA

Average rating:  8.2

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Mar 2007

Great place to stay but the restraunt choice was very poor.

Guest name: AT, Australia

Average rating:  7.4

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in Apr 2007

It was a very nice room but we had to wait a bit for the owner to come and meet us infront of the palazzo. there was no lift to the room so we had to carry our luggage up the stairs.The room was very clean, not so spacious.also some photos on the site do not agree with the real palazzo. for example there is no hall. immediately you open the door you find stairs to the rooms.

Guest name: Claudette Camilleri, Malta

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: 3 adults

stayed in Mar 2007

This place is amazing. We were overwhelmed with the quality of the hotel and the detail with which it has been restored. The building is ancient but its restoration was done meticulously and with great taste. The pictures on the website do not match the beauty of the rooms. I look forward to my next trip to Italy so that I can stay in Palazzo al Torrione for a longer period of time. Because of its wonderful location inside the city walls, its friendly family staff, and its beautiful furnishings this hotel is the crown of the San Gimignano experience.

Guest name: Randy Dickerson, USA

Average rating:  8.8

Guest type: Family with young children

stayed in Oct 2006

Nice people and nice staying.

Guest name: Diego Alfonsi, Italy

Average rating:  9.7

Guest type: Family with older children

stayed in Sep 2006

We stayed at Palazzo al Torrione for five nights in September. We had a lovely time at this hotel. We arrived very late at Poggibonsi train station and found there were no buses or taxis at that time of night to San Gimignano. We rang the owners and Francesco very kindly picked us up and took us to our room and helped carry our bag up the stairs. (yes there are stairs folks, but after a few days of walking you get used to it and stairs aren't a problem) The hotel is located one street (laneway) behind the main street which makes it nice and quiet, everything is close by. The hotel is beautifully furnished and clean. Francesco and his mother (sorry I have forgotten her name)were very helpful, but it safe to say the Francesco is not a morning person and comes across moody at times. On the other hand his mother is very friendly and served a lovely breakfast consisting of juice, tea,coffee or hot chocolate,croissants, bread roll, jam and a delicious coconut or apple cake (home made). I know what your thinking, cake for breakfast? Go on try it your on holiday and it's worth it! We were even offered a lift to the bus stop so we didn't have to cary our bags when we left and we were given recommendations for our next stop in Italy. We really enjoyed our time in San Gimignano and would definitely stay at Palazzo al Torrione again. I highly recommend it to everyone!

Guest name: Tracey Speechley, Australia

Average rating:  9.6

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in Aug 2006

My wife and I really liked the room we stayed at. Rooms were clean and well decorated. The lady who runs the business was friendly and suggested several restaraunts to us. We spent one night at San gimigiano and were leaving very early the next day (6.30am). This was earlier than the usual time (8.30am) breakfast was served. The host arranged for our breakfast at the only bakery in town that was open at that time! The only problem I see with this B&B is getting checked in when the tabacchi shop is closed. That is the only negative.

Guest name: Karthik Janakiraman, USA

Average rating:  9.1

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in Aug 2006

Superb location. Incredible atmosphere. Small concerns only regarding the quality of breakfast which is a bit poor. Tip: if you will arrive by car, I suggest to phone to the keeper of these rooms before parking, she will be glad to help you to find a car park at cheaper price than the public parking situated next to S. Giovanni old town gate. Staff will be also happy to suggest good places to eat!

Guest name: GD, Italy

Average rating:  7.6

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in Jun 2006

Poor breakfast!

Guest name: FB, Brazil

Average rating:  9.9

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in May 2006

We loved this place. We caught a train to Grosseto and then walked up the small hill to get the bus to San Gim. From there we called the tobacco shop (as the map on Venere isn't the best) and we were picked up. We had a large suitcase with us and had to carry this up a flight of stairs so be warned. The place was gorgeous though. The newly renovated room and bathroom was great and the breakfast was light but sufficient. Couldn't recommend the place any higher.

Guest name: Frank Scamarcia, Australia

Average rating:  9.8

Guest type: Heterosexual Couple

stayed in Mar 2006

I wouldn't stay anywhere else in San G. The welcome from Frncesco, his mother and his aunt (find them in the first Tabac on the right after you go through the gate near the bus stop) is warm and they do all they can to ensure a pleasant stay. We speak Italian but there's enough English for anyone. breakfast is simple but good and the chatter is very pleasant when you're away from home for some time. The location is ideal in that it's one block away from the main tourist drag - a welsome spacing. San G is at its best after the last stragglers leave around 4:30-5:00. If you're including San G, as we said, stay here by all means. Various rooms available, some with terrace. A number face out over the road to the countryside, the others look out and up to the towers. It's a great spot!

Guest name: Thomas Cuite, USA

Average rating:  8.5

Guest type: Family Group

stayed in Jan 2006

The hotel was in a great location and also has(off premises) parking facilities.The staff were very friendly and helpful. The rooms were adequately appointed and perfectly comfortable.My 2 sisters and I would be very happy to recommend this hotel.

Guest name: Julia Campbell, Australia

Average rating:  8.7

Guest type: Family Group

stayed in Jan 2006

Breakfast could be improved. Car park should be free of charge.

Guest name: AB, Italy

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: Family Group

stayed in Jan 2006

I can't wait to return and stay for a longer period of time. Wonderful! I do wish that the check out time was a little later than 10am.

Guest name: Laura Seifert, Italy

Average rating:  6.9

Guest type: Single leisure traveller

stayed in Oct 2005

The place itself is really nice. Well done, and pretty rooms.But it is so hard checking in that it just wasn't worth it. You have to call their tobacco shop when you arrive in town, struggle through communication (even if very nice, they don't speak much english)wait for them to meet you and take you to the room. I arrived by bus (be sure to get off on the second stop), and after quite an ordeal I was met with only a scooter - which only luggage fit on. Long story short, I wasted over 1 1/2 just getting into the room and missed my opportunity to really look at the town. Rent a car for anywhere in San Gimignano - by train and bus is a long process. Oh, and make sure to bring an alarm clock!

Guest name: Stephanie Sanoja, USA

Average rating:  9.6

Guest type: Not Specified

stayed in Sep 2005

good place to stay but keep your lugage small because there is a steep pair of stair flights to climb

Guest name: Bernardo Horowitz, Brazil

Average rating:  9.9

Guest type: Not Specified

stayed in Aug 2005

Th attention to detail is excellent. We had a very good time and people managing the place are competent and trying to help at all times. thank you very much for everything

Guest name: BM, Spain

Average rating:  8.2

Guest type: Heterosexual Couple

stayed in Aug 2005

The room was nice and quiet. The only problem was the far parking possibility, although the housekeeper tried to solve it by carrying us with his car.

Guest name: Tamas Ruzsanyi, Hungary

Average rating:  8.6

Guest type: Not Specified

stayed in Jul 2005

very nice hotel, conveniently situated. very clean

Guest name: Pamela Cuneo, France

Average rating:  8.8

Guest type: Group of friends

stayed in Jul 2005

A very pleasant stay - excellent location. It did help to be able to speak a little Italian as the staff were not too good in English, but were extremely pleasant and tried hard to give us lots of help - especially with parking which would otherwise be a nightmare in San Gimignano.

Guest name: SM, United Kingdom

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: Heterosexual Couple

stayed in Jun 2005

The accomodation was excellent and ideally located to make the most of San Gimignano. Would thoroughly recommend it.

Guest name: Iain Rutherford, United Kingdom

Average rating:  9.8

Guest type: Heterosexual Couple

stayed in Jun 2005

UNA ESTANCIA MARAVILLOSA. LAS HABITACIONES SON IMPRESIONANTES Y EL TRATO INMEJORABLE

Guest name: IGNACIO LUIS PASCUAL PÉREZ, Spain

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: Couple with children

stayed in May 2005

Excellent hotel in San Gimignano. You can experience the town at nighttime without the crowds of tourists.

Guest name: HD, USA

Average rating:  9.1

Guest type: Heterosexual Couple

stayed in May 2005

great place, nice people, very good bed, quite and sangimignano it´s just increible.

Guest name: MM, Spain

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: Family Group

stayed in May 2005

We really enjoyed our stay in San Gimignano. The place is marvellous and the Palazzo Al Torrione a really welcoming and pleasant hotel. We manage to come again sooon and we recommend this place to any kind of traveller who's looking for the atmosphere and charm of the Tuscan region.

Guest name: CS, France

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: Heterosexual Couple

stayed in May 2005

A wonderful, welcoming place to stay. Delightful rooms, fabulous views, kind and attentive service.

Guest name: Patrick Weir, France