Reviews of Hotel Athena 4 stars
Via Paolo Mascagni 55, 53100 Siena, Italy
#22 of 62 hotels in Siena
Guests' ChoiceReview score
Based on 858 hotel reviews
8.9Score breakdown
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Cleanliness
9.2
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Comfort
9.1
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Location
9.4
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Facilities
8.8
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Staff
9.5
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Value for money
8.6
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Free WiFi
9.0
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Reviewed: 27 August 2025
Nadia
United States7 reviews9.0“Great hotel with parking very close to the center.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Superior Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
We decided to have dinner here at the hotel at the rooftop restaurant. It was nice, food was good, but the service was so slow it took two and a half hours to complete our meal
Location was great and we could park on the premises
Stayed in August 2025
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Reviewed: 25 August 2025
Hiie
Estonia28 reviews2 helpful votes10“You feel welcome here”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Quadruple Room
- • Stayed 1 night
Very well located hotel in the historic heart of Siena with wonderful views from the dinner restaurant. The staff was very friendly and helpful, a fruit platter was waiting for us in the room. The parking was very convenient in the hotel yard. I would definitely go back there.
Stayed in August 2025
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Reviewed: 25 August 2025
Digiacinto
Canada2 reviews9.0“I absolutely loved Hotel Athena, our stay was wonderful, I would definitely recommend this hotel.”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Quadruple Room
- • Stayed 6 nights
The room was a little snug for a quadruple room for 4 people but very clean. The parking was a little tight, we had a large vehicle and at times difficult to park.
The Staff was exceptional! All staff members were professional, friendly, knowledgeable and were able to answer any questions we had as travellers to the region. Beautiful view of the Tuscan lands from our room and very clean. The room was cleaned daily. Breakfast was fantastic and a variety of food to choose from and was part of my package. We had dinner in the hotel a few nights and it was very good and all dishes were delicious and the portions were a fair size.
Stayed in August 2025
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Reviewed: 24 August 2025
Ihnseok
South Korea504 reviews29 helpful votes9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • People with friends
- • Classic Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Ballet parking. The room is small but clean.
Stayed in August 2025
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Reviewed: 23 August 2025
Shaafi
United Kingdom4 reviews1 helpful vote10“I love this hotel! I would visit again and would recommend to everyone!!”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Quadruple Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing.
This was by far the best hotel I’ve ever stayed in. Located right on the edge of the city walls, it offers breathtaking views of the Tuscan hills and is just a short, safe walk from the city centre. It was absolutely perfect! The hotel’s location couldn’t be better, and its atmosphere beautifully combines the charm of the ancient city with modern comforts, giving you the best of both worlds. The staff were exceptionally kind and helpful, especially Tommaso, who went out of his way to help us park our car (a task that would have been quite challenging otherwise). Our stay was completely stress free and relaxing thanks to everything the hotel provided. The rooms were comfortable and well equipped, and the breakfast was far better than it appeared in the photos. In fact, the entire hotel was cleaner, nicer, and more welcoming than we had expected from the pictures. We stayed here with our two young children, and the staff were wonderfully accommodating, making everything so much easier for us. I would wholeheartedly recommend this hotel to anyone planning a stay in Siena.
Stayed in August 2025
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Reviewed: 22 August 2025
Nick
Netherlands7 reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Small Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Very helpfull staff
Stayed in July 2025
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Reviewed: 15 August 2025
Pauline
France18 reviews3 helpful votes9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Quadruple Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Great team, especially for breakfast and diner at the restaurant, everyone was very warm and helpful. We had a great stay , it's a great location 10 min from the Duomo, quiet and safe. The parking was nice, great concierge to help parking th car
Stayed in August 2025
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Reviewed: 8 August 2025
Maureen
United States2 reviews10“Convenient, clean, super staff and delicious breakfast buffet”- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Triple Room
- • Stayed 1 night
This is a great hotel for exploring Siena! Room was comfortable, clean, well stocked, and includes a wonderful breakfast buffet. What sets this property apart though, is the staff...super helpful, kind and welcoming. If I am lucky enough to return to Siena...I want to go back to Hotel Athena!
Stayed in August 2025
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Reviewed: 5 August 2025
Karen
United Kingdom3 reviews10“We had a lovely stay at this hotel. It was close to town and good value for money.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Superior Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing
A short walk into the centre. A lovely terrace for food and drinks. The free parking was very useful. The rooms were comfortable and very clean. What made this hotel stand out from the rest was the friendly professional staff who made us feel very welcome.
Stayed in July 2025
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Reviewed: 5 August 2025
Christiano
Brazil5 reviews10“Wonderful”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Quadruple Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
everything was great
Perfect location, free parking inside Siena, breakfast full of options
Stayed in July 2025
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Reviewed: 2 August 2025
John
United Kingdom4 reviews9.0Superb- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Classic Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
terrace restaurant
Stayed in July 2025
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Reviewed: 29 July 2025
Roberto
Brazil91 reviews9 helpful votes10“Siena by night”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Small Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
The rooftop is boring.
The hotel is convenient because it has parking and is located on the city wall, from where you can explore Siena on foot. The rooms are very comfortable, and the breakfast is very good.
Stayed in July 2025
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Reviewed: 28 July 2025
Yasemin
Turkey29 reviews2 helpful votes10“Great terrase restaurant with a wonderful view and perfect location :)”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Single Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
Location is perfect. since I was there with car, the hotel has carparking, and even it is in the walls, still there is a way to enter the hotel parking area without fine. Service, perssonel, location is great. They have a beautiful terrase restaurant, it is a must go one. Wonderful view, with a wonderful service.
Stayed in July 2025
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Reviewed: 28 July 2025
Paul
Belgium72 reviews1 helpful vote10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Small Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Very friendly and helpful staff
Stayed in July 2025
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Reviewed: 27 July 2025
Schwarz
Canada4 reviews8.0Very good- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Superior Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Had the worst dinner in all my travels to Italy ever.
Location
Stayed in July 2025
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Reviewed: 26 July 2025
Diane
United Kingdom15 reviews3 helpful votes10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Small Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
There was nothing to dislike about our stay
The location was perfect, with amazing views. We ate at the restaurant where the food was excellent. Breakfast was also included, and it did not disappoint. The staff were so friendly and helpful and polite. We were upgraded, which was a lovely surprise, and the room was beautiful. A very large comfy bed, quality bedding, and luxury towels. We also had free parking available.
Stayed in July 2025
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Reviewed: 23 July 2025
Sheelah
Ireland3 reviews10“Located in wonderful Sienna. I hope to return some time.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Small Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing.
This hotel exceeded expectations in every way. Fab beds and sheets, beautiful views and very helpful staff. Don’t take a budget room as the views are worth the extra few euros. An outstanding hotel.
Stayed in June 2025
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Reviewed: 21 July 2025
Erlensee
Switzerland23 reviews9.0“Convenient and comfortable stay”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Classic Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
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Clean and comfortable room, with friendly staff and a good breakfast. Convenient location just outside Porta St. Marco gate. Free parking on the property was very helpful. Dining outside on the top floor with a view was a treat.
Stayed in July 2025
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Reviewed: 19 July 2025
Charles
United Kingdom39 reviews1 helpful vote8.0“Good location and value for money.”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Superior Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Room was cold and opposite roof restaraunt.
Pleasant and helpful staff plus good breakfast.
Stayed in July 2025
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Reviewed: 18 July 2025
Shwe
United Kingdom4 reviews8.0Very good- • Leisure trip
- • Group
- • Quadruple Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
Room and location
Stayed in July 2025
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Reviewed: 18 July 2025
Sandy
Hong Kong22 reviews2 helpful votes8.0Very good- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Superior Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 1 night
a little far walking to Siena ancient town.
The hotel's restaurant services good food with nice view.
Stayed in July 2025
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Reviewed: 13 July 2025
Marina
France105 reviews5 helpful votes10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Small Double or Twin Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Everything The staff was really nice snd welcoming Beautiful terrace
Stayed in July 2025
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Reviewed: 10 July 2025
John
United States5 reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Quadruple Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
breakfast, parking, service, and location
Stayed in July 2025
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Reviewed: 9 July 2025
Heather
United States4 reviews10“We had a lovely event in sienna filled with history and family fun.”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Triple Room
- • Stayed 1 night
- • Submitted via mobile
The ease of accessing a the city
Stayed in July 2025
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