Hotel Almadomus

"LOCATION... LOCATION... LOCATION!!!"

This was our second stay at The Alma Domus, and the first since they remodeled half of the rooms... And they did a fabulous job!!! We stayed at the Alma Domus for few nights back in 2010 and promised ourselves we'd go back... We just stayed for 2 nights in mid-June 2015 and it was incredible!!! Our small group of 12 booked six of the larger remodeled rooms on the top floor with the views of the historic center and the Duomo and we were blown away!!! So location is the #1 reason to stay at The Alma Domus, just a 2-3 minute walk to Piazza del Campo... and Incredible Value is reason #2.

The newly remodeled rooms and bathrooms are wonderfully appointed for a hotel in this price range!!! We had large superior triple rooms in the mid june high season for 110 euro and quad rooms for 125 euro... all with views, balconies, air-conditioning, and breakfast!!! I don't think you can find better value in Siena with this location, the charm and quaintness, and the amenities...

Both the bathroom amenities(shampoo, soap, etc) and the free breakfast are very basic but fully adequate... If you can't live without your L'Occitane shampoo, and french milled soap, bring your own... Breakfast is simple but nice; juices, coffees, teas, cappuccino, espresso, croissants, pastries, cereals, fresh fruits, yogurts, sweet cakes, etc...

The staff at the hotel was so friendly & helpful to our little group of friends and we found this hotel to be just magical... Waking up to the morning church bells just adds to the magic!!! Thanks Alma Domus for a truly wonderful stay, we'll be back soon!!!

Nice room. Nice location. and, as Rick Steves put it, "for a steal"!!. Alma Domus is a GREAT option for staying in Siena.

Pros:
the PRICE!!! - 75euro per night for our stay. wow.
Great Location. very close to San Domenico's church and several restaurants (though a short walk to Il Campo where the evening action is, it's still a totally conveninent location b/c you SHOULD be walking around Siena!)
They have several rooms w/ incredible views of the city. First come first serve so book early!
Our double room w/ private bath was clean, comfortable and had a better private bathroom than i was expecting (separately enclosed shower, not the size of a tin can, etc) It's a converted convent so don't expect the W hotel
Nice buffet breakfast included (pastries, yogurt, coffee/espresso, nuuutelllaaaa, and fruit)
Conveniently bookable online/via email.
internet access in a common room for a couple euros.

Cons:
Walls are thin. I could hear a couple talking next door at night but, happily buzzed on red wine, I fell asleep anyways
Front desk personnel are polite but not friendly. They answer questions but dont offer up much more.
not really a con but just an FYI, We were younger than the average guest by a good 30 years. Lots of senior citizens with their valuables in a pouch wrapped around their neck. Just saying..

You're going to be spending a lot in Italy. Hotels, trains, food. Save a little and stay here. You get great quality for what you pay.

Everyone has written glowing reviews for this "hotel." It is a great bargain, centrally located in Siena. But don't be fooled.... this is run more like a hostel or a B&B than a hotel. The nuns may have believed in mortification of the flesh, but after a day of trudging up and down the hills and cobblestones of Siena, we needed a good night's sleep, and the thin mattress was lumpy and uncomfortable. Note that the sheets and towels are replaced (if requested) every three days. The breakfast was basically yogurt and coffee. This is strictly "no-frills." If this is what you are looking for, it is fine. Maybe you will have that spiritual experience! I wanted a better night's sleep!

Excellent location, charming staff and a very reasonable price are all reasons why I would recommend staying at the Almadomus. Not to mention there was a gorgeous view of il Duomo and the city rooftops from our room. The owner took excellent care of us and it was a real gem to spend a couple nights here and would absolutely come back on our next trip.