GRAND HOTEL CONTINENTAL SIENA

Once a private palazzo, Grand Hotel Continental is the only 5-star hotel in the historical centre of Siena, located just steps from Piazza del Campo and the Duomo. It is housed in a magnificient 16th-century building boasting cotto floors, frescoed ceilings and original chandeliers. Highlights include an opulent ballroom aptly named the Salone delle Feste and an impressive underground wine cellar where wine tastings are offered daily... The hotel is the perfect base to explore Tuscany, its glorious Renaissance masterpieces, gently rolling hills and cutting-edge wine cellars. In August and July, Grand Hotel Continental offers signature experiences to enjoy Il Palio, the famed historic horse race run each year around the edges of Piazza del Campo... Open everyday for lunch and dinner, our restaurant serves a modern Tuscan menu, with dishes including fresh pasta, local meats and seasonal specialties.

Primary location: Firenze Italy