Hotel Borgo Grondaie - Siena

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: Family with older children

stayed in Oct 2007

Wonderful hotel with feel of country tucked into city. Close to huge grocery store and train station. Having a car to get to centre of city is recommended though. Rooms were perfect and food was excellent. Staff was very helpful. You get what you pay for!

Guest name: MC, Netherlands

Average rating:  9.6

Guest type: Family with young children

stayed in Feb 2008

Clean & Cozy interior. Surrondings are also beautiful. Helpful staff. Good breakfast(but not free if you are in apartment). Wireless internet connection is good with a little charge. But hard to find at night.

Guest name: ILLHOON CHOI, South Korea

Average rating:  9.9

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Feb 2008

excelent nice clean hotel,ROMANTIC PLACE

Guest name: IB, Italy

Average rating:  9.9

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Jan 2008

We stayed in villa 2, in fact a double room (king size bed) with breakfast(wide choice ) pleasant dining -room, antique furniture,helpul and welcoming staff.We found the hotel easily ,following the signs coming off the motorway.A car is essential as it's a really long walk into the town centre.All in all very good value for money.

Guest name: Sylvia Wynne, France

Average rating:  9.9

Guest type: Family with older children

stayed in Dec 2007

We drove to Siena from Florence and had no difficulty locating the hotel. The directions given on the website were very clear and there were a number of signposts for the hotel along the road as we approached Siena. We stayed in a two bedroom apartment and found it perfect for our family of 5. The apartment was very clean, well heated, and the bathroom and kitchen facilities were very good. Although the distance to Siena was not a problem for us it may not suit everyone. We really enjoyed our stay at Borgo Grondaie and would stay again.

Guest name: CO, Australia

Average rating:  9.9

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in Nov 2007

The surroundings are totally beyond our expectations! This is our honeymoon to Italy and this hotel made our honeymoon more romantic and unforgettable. Also, we were impressed that this hotel and citi of Siena take the very positive actions to preserving the environment and eco activities. We will definately come back to this hotel in near future! To be hotest, we would like to keep this hotel just our secret place...

Guest name: MA, Japan

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: Family with young children

stayed in Nov 2007

We stayed at Borgo Grondaie with a large family of 4 persons, including 2 young children (one a 17-month old baby). The "appartamento" we stayed in was just wonderful. After long walks in the old city of Siena, our 5-year-old daughter said "Let's go home", commenting that the hotel's appartment we stayed in looked like home...Breakfast was excellent. And the really important tip for families with young children like us, was the fact the "Coop" supermarket was so close to the hotel. Siena will be unforgettable for its beauty and this hotel...

Guest name: CS, Greece

Average rating:  8.9

Guest type: Not Specified

stayed in Dec 2006

so graceful to walk from the hotel right to the center in a matter of minutes! It was our first stay but surely not the last.

Guest name: François Lorin, France

Average rating:  8.3

Guest type: Not Specified

stayed in Dec 2007

The hotel and staff were actually very good - I felt very welcome and I would recommend the hotel as a good value. Rooms are good sized, very nice baths, not much interior public space (important in winter), but the hotel grounds are beautiful. The pool and enoteca were closed during my stay. Unfortunately, the descriptions of access to Siena are a bit misleading - especially for winter travelers. I was expecting a cosy spot with close access to the city center. The walk is actually more complicated - through a big shopping center and across a major highway, and needless to say, up a hill to reach the city walls. The hotel is very close to the train station - but not easily walked with luggage due to road configurations. It could be a big plus for the hotel if this was addressed. This is a great hotel for travelers with cars.

Guest name: CJ, USA

Average rating:  9.5

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Sep 2007

This was the halfway point in our trip perfect for doing your laundry (no dryer though) while you take a dip in the pool. Our clothes did air dry quite nicely though. No good restaurants nearby- you need to drive into town for that. A car is a definite necessity.

Guest name: CE, USA

Average rating:  9.5

Guest type: Family with older children

stayed in Nov 2007

We loved this property . . . the hotel is so charming that we wished we had been there in the late summer to enjoy the pool, tennis courts nearby, and the beautiful surrounds. The staff were pleasant and helpful making excellent recommendations for dinner. We had an apartment with lots of room for us and our two teenagers.

Guest name: DT, USA

Average rating:  9.5

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Nov 2007

Only stayed one night earlier this month but it was an excellent hotel. Friendly, helpful receptionist and a good sized, clean room. In attractive grounds and the railway line in the valley below doesn't seem to create any noise in the room. Quite easy to find the hotel. Takes approx 15mins to walk into the town centre. Wish we had stayed longer in Sienna and we would recommend this hotel.

Guest name: NC, United Kingdom

Average rating:  9.9

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in Oct 2007

Staff here are so friendly and really provide the best service possible! They always went out of their way to help. Rooms/bathrooms were cleanest we had in italy. Definately will return!!! and the walk to siena is really easy as well.

Guest name: DB, Australia

Average rating:  9.3

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Sep 2007

The property was in a lovely setting. The web information was very accurate. We took the bus to town one day and that worked our well. However, I doubt if anyone would walk to town more than once. We were able to share a taxi most of the time. The breakfast was wonderful with a great variety of fresh baked goods(for those that demand bacon and eggs - stay home). Yes, I would return and yes I recommend this lodging!

Guest name: Raymond Hanlein, USA

Average rating:  8.3

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in Oct 2007

El hotel está bien, pero necesitas un coche. La estación está a 10 o 15 minutos a pie pero si vas a visitar ciudades como Florencia, Pisa o Lucca, estas quedan lejos en tren, con lo cual no merece la pena quedarte en Siena. Y si vas a ver Siena tienes que ir en Autobus. A la cocina le faltaba un horno o microondas, pero por lo demás bien. La limpieza y la recepción muy bien. El hotel tiene un supermercado enorme a 5 minutos a pie. Recomendaría este hotel a familias con niños que puedan aprovechar la cocina para ahorrarse dinero en desayunos y cenas, y a gente con coche.

Guest name: MD, Spain

Average rating:  9.2

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Oct 2007

Helpful staff, very nice grounds, decent, clean rooms, close to Siena. One problem we had was to find the place. It took an hour of driving around, trying to follow signs for the hospital and train station. Frustrating. Also, slight diesel odor in the room in the a.m. due to our room facing the railroad station. Otherwise, great. Nice garden that we enjoyed for a picnic and glass of wine while doing our laundry.

Guest name: DP, Canada

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: Not Specified

stayed in Sep 2007

The nicest place we satyed at on a 2 week tour of Tuscany. A great value too!

Guest name: AA, USA

Average rating:  8.3

Guest type: Not Specified

stayed in Sep 2007

excellent hotel close to supermarket short walk to sienna, handy to railway station, good base for touring tuscany, swimming pool with good facilities

Guest name: Robert Bisacre, New Zealand

Average rating:  9.6

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Sep 2007

Il est rare de trouver, à ce prix, une résidence de cette qualité près d'une ville d'art touristique. Tout a été parfait, de l'accueil à la qualité du service et l'agrément des chambres. Petit déjeuner excellent. Et quelle vue!!

Guest name: JC, France

Average rating:  8.7

Guest type: Not Specified

stayed in Sep 2007

We were using the hotel as a stop over for one night only then moving on for 12 days outside of Siena. The hotel (not really like a hotel, more "Parks" like) was much more than we expected and lived up to the previous comments. Ok it's well outside of the centre, but hey well worth it for the tranquil setting - would go back tomorrow... And likely will next July!

Guest name: Steve Guy, United Kingdom

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: Group

stayed in Sep 2007

This is a beautiful hotel, in a beautiful setting. Not far outside the city (took about 20 minutes to walk into the city center), and is on a gorgeous property. The pool was great, as was breakfast, and our apartment!

Guest name: DM, USA

Average rating:  9.9

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Aug 2007

Beautiful setting; really nice rooms; friendly, helpful staff. Location near COOP supermarket a real plus. Hood access to Siena and routes to other Tuscan tourist sites.

Guest name: MC, USA

Average rating:  4.2

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in Jul 2007

The hotel was easy to find with the web explanations. Unfortunately the neighbourhood is not so romantic (the access is from a supermarket parking...) and our room was really small and with old furniture. Excellent warm swimming pool!

Guest name: Hervé Combal, Brazil

Average rating:  9.7

Guest type: Family with young children

stayed in Jul 2007

Family of five. Stayed in a two bedroom apartment. The cleanliness of rooms, outdoor areas and pool was outstanding. The staff were very helpful when required. Close to co-op for food shopping. Quiet surroundings but still only a short drive to the city centre. Had no problems finding the place. We thought this was great value for money and would stay there again.

Guest name: Kim Goode, Australia

Average rating:  9.9

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Jul 2007

Great stay at this hotel. The grounds were great. We enjoyed the hotel and the town.

Guest name: William Ruyherford, USA

Average rating:  9.9

Guest type: Family with older children

stayed in Jul 2007

I found this place through your web page and I decided on staying here based on the comments I read from others. I hope my comments help others choose Borgo Grondaie.... it was grand. We had an "apartment" (2 bedrooms, living room/kitchen area) and 6 people. Worked out well (well, the women would have liked a second bathroom). Great place; great location; nice grounds; nice pool!

Guest name: Fred Gaschen, USA

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: Family with older children

stayed in Jun 2007

Lovely gardens. Free washer with soap really was handy as we were midway in our trip. Really the only negative was the location. We walked it a couple of times but much better to do a 10E taxi. Our two bedroom apartment was more accurately a one bedroom with a sofa bed in the living room. Breakfast was an extra 8E.

Guest name: Christine Swaidan, USA

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Jun 2007

This hotel was fantastic. We paid 145 euros for a beautiful room and the grounds of the hotel were stunning including the pool area. It takes 5 minutes to get into Sienna which is also sensational. The staff were very helpful and we could not believe the the variety at breakfast. We only had 1 night here but would definitely go back and use this hotel as a base for further travelling.

Guest name: Lawrence Beazley, United Kingdom

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Jun 2007

Excellent hotel in beautiful surroundings and very welcoming. Swimming pool is very pleasant and the area is very quiet despite it's proximity to the town. It takes 20 minutes to walk to the old town so it may not suit those who neither like walking nor like paying for taxis. The return walk is easy at night as it is all downhill. One suggestion: READ the map before going. You really do have to go into the COOP car park and out the far side.

Guest name: Nicolas Gabb, United Kingdom

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: Group

stayed in Jun 2007

Thank you for pointing out this location. It is what we considered a real Tuscan experience and surroundings. We will return and stay longer to enjoy the tours and other offerings. Carlos (Puerto Rico)

Guest name: Carlos J Cabrer, USA

Average rating:  8.7

Guest type: Family with young children

stayed in May 2007

Not only a wonderful hotel but also centrally located. Train station, COOP(large grocery store) Siena Central not to mention all the surrounding cities within an hours drive. Traveling with a little one, 3yrs, this property gave them lots of SAFE yard space to burn all kinds of energy. SPECIAL NOTE: they just got new beds!

Guest name: Mary Dillon, USA

Average rating:  9.2

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in May 2007

Wonderful rooms. Just a little bit of a drive to Siena. The staff gave us great advise about where to park. Had a great time there, the grounds are wonderful.

Guest name: Marina Heafer, USA

Average rating:  9.9

Guest type: Not Specified

stayed in Apr 2007

This was a wonderful hotel. It was just as described on the website. The front desk staff were so friendly and helpful. They had loads of information about train schedules, local tours, places to eat, etc. and were always happy to make reservations. There was always a sense that the guest was important to them. Breakfast was wonderful - lots of variety each morning. The hotel had the best "American" coffee in Italy (even though I'm a Canadian). The wait staff in the breakfast area was super! The walk into the centre of Siena was about 20 minutes and being a walker, this was certainly no hardship. There was a local bus service just at the bottom of the hill where the hotel is located. Contrary to the reservation info, the room was serviced each day and thoroughly cleaned. What a nice touch having free washing facilities and an outdoor clothes line. Grounds around the building were very well maintained and just created a relaxed atmosphere. Wonderful meals in Siena and the pizza place suggested by the front desk became a favourite. I stayed five days and one more day would have made me feel as though I had my very own Italian villa. Absolutely no hesitation in recommending this hotel.

Guest name: Malcolm Bradley, Canada

Average rating:  9.9

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in May 2007

This is a superior facility in every way. The walk into the walled city was a little longer than ideal, but really no problem. Breakfast was the best we had in ten hotels in Italy, and the rooms and staff were outstanding. The grounds gave the place the feel of a resort, and the pool looked very inviting, but was not yet open for used for the season when we were there.

Guest name: Stephen Auerbach, USA

Average rating:  9.2

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Apr 2007

Our stay was very comforable, very nice surrounding, although the railway "send" quit some noise. The staff service was excellent. The breakfast was very good. The excellent cake , we tasted in the afternoon, did not occur on our bill, what a service !!!

Guest name: Karsten Roger, Germany

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in Mar 2007

We loved staying at Borgo Grondaie. It's a great location: just outside of Siena, easy to find from road signs, because its proximity to the Stazione, a good location from which to explore Tuscany. The rooms had modern conveniences, but were charming. The breakfast was great - lots of delicious options: fruit, cheese, meats, breads, yogurt, cereal, cakes, juices, etc... Staff was friendly. Grounds were beautiful - unfortunately the weather in March was a bit cool to take advantage of them. Clothes washer onsite was a plus (dryer would have been nice, but not a detractor!). Onsite internet access was very convenient. We were very pleased with our stay, would definitely recommend it and would stay here again. We were staying here during low season, which was a great value.

Guest name: Unkyong Hand, USA

Average rating:  9.9

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in Apr 2007

To begin, this place is hard to find, but considering the experience(s) that we had here, it should be hard to find. This is one of the best three star hotels we have ever stayed in. The rooms are clean! The breakfast is very large and of a wide variety. The Cappuccinos were very good (but you must ask for one). The facility provides a washing machine for guests to use (for free). The grounds are very quiet and well maintained. To have a glass of wine and watch the sun set one the outside tables is a treat and the staff had great recommendations for what to do and where to eat. Ahhh Siena, We miss you and Hotel Borgo Grondaie! We will be back!

Guest name: Blake Richter, USA

Average rating:  9.2

Guest type: Group

stayed in Jan 2007

We stayed in a 1 bedroom apartment and loved it! The staff was warm, welcoming, and exceptionally helpful. We arrived on New Year's day, a holiday, and the staff went out of their way to be sure we had the groceries we needed as the stores were closed. Email correspondence leading up to our stay was incredibly friendly and helpful. We had a large terrace from which we could see a lovely view of Siena and the surrounding countryside. Since it's on the other side of the main part of Siena from the railroad, the station was part of the view, although there was no problem with noise or pollution from the trains at all. We could hear other families (a lot of yelling at a small child who cried a great deal) but otherwise it was a quiet setting. We were able to walk from the hotel to the main square in 1/2 hour-45 minutes and once on the other side of the railroad the walk was absolutely lovely. Oh and internet access was available in the main office at an extremely reasonable cost. We would absolutely stay at Hotel Borgo Grondaie should we return to Siena!

Guest name: Joan Edelstein, USA

Average rating:  9.1

Guest type: Family with older children

stayed in Jan 2007

Very beautiful hotel! Really we had a very confortable flat with a kitchen (and not a single room). Ideal for my family with 2 adults and 2 young girl. Not too far to the center of Siena: you could join it walking, but it was also very easy to take a bus and spare your energy for the visit of the town. The breakfast (with an extra cost of 8 euro per people) was excellent, with salumi, cheese, sweet and salad cakes and everything else.

Guest name: Pierluigi Oddi, Italy

Average rating:  8.6

Guest type: Young couple

stayed in Jan 2007

We had a very pleasant stay at new year's eve at the Borgo Grondaie. I think the hotel description on the site and the numerous reviews give an accurate picture. Our room was very clean (rather recently renovated, I think) and quiet, although not that big. Hotel staff is very, very friendly and helpful - it's hard to imagine that anyone could do better. The only point that potential visitors should be aware of is the hotel's location: outside the center of Siena, next to a big coop (which can also be seen as an advantage) and railway tracks (we didn't have noise from trains). For us it was too far to walk to the center, so if you don't have a car, you need a taxi (I think there are also some buses). The hotel has no restaurant, so you have to go out to eat (or buy food at coop). As others indicated, the hotel is hard to find: you won't expect to find a hotel at the end of that narrow road between coop and the tracks.

Guest name: Jurgen Bauer, France

Average rating:  8.5

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Oct 2006

Pretty pleased with this - more or less as advertised. We were there in the cold and wet, and it was still an agreeable place. I think in better weather, when you could spend some time sitting in the attractive grounds, it would be even better. It's easier to find than some comments suggest -well signposted once you get within a kilometre or so. Bus service into town is very quick and simple. Unfortunately we were wrongly advised about one of the bus numbers coming back. This had disastrous consequences as we ended up way off track, were too late to get to Pisa for our flight and ended up staying an extra night there before catching Ryanair at 6 in the morning the next day! Good recommendations from the proprietor on restaurants in town. But you take a risk if you don't book. If you have a car - go to the Chianti Sculpture Park, a really wonderful experience. Overall, would definitely recommend this hotel. I think we'd take one of the apartments next time - just for the space.

Guest name: Patrick Daly, United Kingdom

Average rating:  9.0

Guest type: Family with young children

stayed in Nov 2006

La chambre où nous étions se trouvait à côté d'un régénérateur dans la cours (chauffage...)del'hotel,qui se mettait en route vers 8h,trés désagréable si on veut faire une petite grace matinée.Manque d'insonorisation entre les appartements des voisins.A part cela: charmant.

Guest name: Eric Lesieur, France

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Oct 2006

The rooms are too small but when I asked for a bigger room, I was given an appartment With breakfast and hotel service at no extra charge( terrace 1 )Big, Confortable and nicely furnished, the bathrooms are brand new, everything perfectly clean. The front desk ladies Amina and Gaia, friendly and competent. The best way to go to town is by taxi, both ways, about 5 euros each way, never a wait of more than 5 minutes for the taxi. Loved the place and would certaily go back again

Guest name: OO, Mexico

Average rating:  10.0

Guest type: Group

stayed in Oct 2006

This was a great hotel and the location to Sienna was just right. It's not in the city but with in walking distance of the main square.We would definately stay here again.

Guest name: Thomas Breger, USA

Average rating:  9.8

Guest type: Gay Couple

stayed in Oct 2006

By far our favorite hotel during our two week trip to Italy. Beautiful, peaceful surroundings. A lovely room and an excellent breakfast spread presided over by a very gracious woman who made great cappuccinos. A little extra noise in the rooms because of the tile floors, but not too bad. Our building was non-smoking which was greatly appreciated. Internet access in the lobby was very helpful for changing a future reservation. Town is a 25 minute walk away which was fine for us. If you're not a walker, a taxi is a better option. Siena is a wondeful destination and we would absolutely stay here again. next time we'll rent a car and see more countryside.

Guest name: Susan Garrett, USA

Average rating:  9.9

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Sep 2006

My response to "photographs" was less than "10" only because the photo's do not reveal the true beauty of the hotel and its surrounding property. It was a great pleasure to spend a few days at Hotel Borgo Grondaie and the staff were all of very high standards. My wife and I look forward to our next stay at this facility and recommend it highly to our friends. Thank you for the wonderful time.

Guest name: Richard Chapa, USA

Average rating:  9.9

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Sep 2006

Loved this hotel. Room and bath spacious, modern and well appointed. We were in a room, but did look at the apartments, and they too were the same. The kitchens appeared really nice with lots of pretty tile and modern appliances. The staff was great;very helpful with suggestions and reservations for wineries, etc. Laundry facilities very helpful. I would suggest a car because hotel is a 5-10 minute drive to parking facility at the entrance to the old city. Not difficult with a car, but seemed a distance without. We stayed three nights instead of one becasue we were so comfortable that we decided to use as a base to explore other areas of Tuscany.

Guest name: Abbott Reichlin, USA

Average rating:  9.9

Guest type: Family with young children

stayed in Sep 2006

The reviews I read before making my reservation were very complimentary and that, and the location, were the reasons for my choice. The Borgo Grondaie was beyond our expectations in every way. I would highly recommend it. I am very grateful to the reviewer who gave directions to finding the hotel. Follow the signs to the railway station, cross the metal spanned bridge and drive past the Coop. Those three items probably saved us 1/2 hour of searching. Thank you.

Guest name: John Fenwick, Canada

Average rating:  9.8

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Sep 2006

The staff was very helpful, and the hotel was charming. An excellent location unless one wants to be in the heart of the city.

Guest name: William Fein, USA

Average rating:  7.4

Guest type: Mature couple

stayed in Sep 2006

A small hotel converted from an old farm/estate. This hotel can be very difficult to find initally but once you arrive and get your bearings it's ok. The suuoundings are lovely a real country feel yet within view of the walls of Siena. Breakfast was just ok, the staff was friendly but offered no help with the luggage even though it was raining when we arrived. The real problem with this hotel is that even though it seems close to the sights it's still not within walking distance of Siena or even any restaurants. You will need a car here or use taxi service. This is case where the benefits, country surroundings, can also be a negitave, distance.

Guest name: Randy Krassow, USA