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Distance from Hotel to Florence International Airport, 43 miles (69 kms).  

The Hotel Continental is housed in Palazzo Gori Pannilini, built in the 17th century by the Chigi Pope Alexander VII for his niece Olimpia on the occasion of her marriage to the nobleman Giulio de' Gori. The grandeur of the architecture and the building's sumptuous decorative scheme perfectly express the high social standing of the families. Thanks to its artistic splendor, the Continental later became the preferred Sienese residence for young European aristocrats and intellectuals on the Grand Tour.  

Many famous people of the time stayed there, including Queen Margaret of Savoy and her court. Recent restoration work has uncovered frescoes of outstanding beauty and the structure of a medieval tower. All this and much more contribute to the unique character of the Grand Hotel Continental, one of the luxury hotels in Siena.  

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• Hotel Amenities
• Accommodation Categories and Descriptions
• Food and Beverage Outlets
• Miscellaneous Information
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• Babysitting Services ($)
• Banquet Room
• Bars
• Bicycle Rentals
• Breakfast Room
• Business Center
• Concierge
• Conference Rooms
• Currency Exchange
• Floors (3)
• Hospitality Desk
• Internet Service ($)
• Laundry Service ($)
• Lounges
• Medical Services ($)
• Meeting Room
• Parking Facility ($)
• Physically Challenged Accommodations
• Physically Challenged Facilities
• Restaurants
• Rooms (51)
• Safe Deposit Boxes (in room)
• Tour Desk ($)
• Tours & Excursions ($)
• Valet Service ($)
• Wedding Coordinator

($) Denotes a fee may be charged.  

Please note: Some hotel amenities listed above may have an additional fee associated with them.  

Arrival/Departure Time:  

• Check-in-time: 2:00 pm Check-out-time: 12:00 am  

Early check-in and late checkout on request, and subject to availability.  

Children Policy:  

• 1 child up to 6 years of age free of charge, when sharing twin with 2 paying adults. Breakfast is also free of charge.  

Maximum Occupancy:  

• Classic Double - 1 adult or 2 adults. Superior - 2 adults. Deluxe - 3 adults or 2 adults and 1 child.  

• Junior Suite - 3 adults or 2 adults and 1 child.  

Classic, Period furniturel, marble, precious fabrics and luxury finishes contribute to the elegance and refinement of every Classic Room. Sit at an antique desk to write a letter, leaf through an art book in the comfort of a brocade armchair, enjoy total relaxation with modern technology at your fingertips.  

Superior, The atmosphere of the Superior Rooms evokes the lifestyle of the traveling European aristocracy in centuries past. In spacious surroundings of exquisite luxury and spectacular decor, experience total well-being and relaxation among precious antique furniture and paintings.  

Deluxe, After a day's sightseeing, an afternoon's shopping or a visit to the cellars of the Brunello di Montalcino wine makers, return to your own terrace for a breathtaking sunset view over the roofs of Siena. Recline on your four-poster, and feel part of a dream that has been going on for centuries.  

Junior Suite, Spacious 50 square meters frescoed suites with period furniture, luxury fabrics, antique ceramics, Travertine stone bathroom, hi- tech fittings including HiFi, A/C, CD and Pay TV.  

All accommodations include: telephone, heating, mini-bar, room service, crib, internet access, smoke detector, CD/DVD player, television, patio (some accommodations), balcony (some accommodations), safe deposit box, , maid service, sprinkler system, VCR (some accommodations), rollaway bed (on request): ($), bathtub, shower and air conditioning.  

($) Denotes a fee may be charged.  

Specific bedding and/or special requests are fulfilled based on availability and cannot always be guaranteed.  

Enoteca Ai Banchi, The Enoteca ai Banchi is a charming winter garden in a former inner courtyard of the hotel. Covered by a splendid glass dome, the wine bar has become one of the most popular meeting places in town, ideal for an aperitif, a light lunch or a snack. The furnishings have been completely renovated to set the tone of this smart but trendy and informal bar, where you can try the tasting menu of local specialities: a selection of local cold meats and cheeses, Ribollita - traditional bean soup, Pappa al Pomodoro - tomato mash with tagliolini or fresh Pici with garlic and tomato.  

Enoteca Sapordivino, The Enoteca Sapordivino occupies one of the most fascinating parts of the hotel: the base of a medieval tower, recently uncovered. Its thick walls protect more than 200 important labels stored in steel racks from floor to ceiling. Without moving from this venerable stone casket in a city that marks a focal point of the Tuscan wine roads, enjoy a guided tour of regional wine traditions.  

Sapordivino, The Sapordivino restaurant is situated in comfortable ground floor rooms where warm furnishings and excellent service lend an atmosphere of elegance and refinement. The Chef's menus add a note of creativity to delicious traditional dishes such as Wild Duck Terrine with chestnut honey and walnut bread, Grilled pasta parcels filled with sienese cinta anche Chianti chutney, Fresh pici with big garlic and tomato and Grand tuscan fried selection. Favorite desserts include Dark chocolate cake with persimmon ice cream or a rye tartlet with ricotta anche chestnuts.  

General  

• Rates are inclusive of buffet breakfast.  

Tourist Attractions Nearby:  

• Pienza  

• Volterra  

• Florence  

• San Gimignano  

• Sea Side Siena Historical Center and Museums  

• Montalcino  

• Montepulciano