San Gimignano · Historic-center hotel
A central San Gimignano stay beneath the medieval towers
A city-center option for seeing San Gimignano before and after the busiest day-trip hours.
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La Cisterna
La Cisterna is an Expedia-listed stay in San Gimignano, Tuscany. This independent profile helps travelers evaluate the area, stay style and practical questions before booking.
Property information checked against the Expedia listing on 13 October 2026. Amenities, policies and availability can change; confirm them on the booking page.
Why we selected it
Experience San Gimignano after the coaches leave
The town changes character in the early morning and evening. Expedia places La Cisterna in the city center and highlights regional dining, a bar or lounge and room service.
Best for
- First-time visitors to San Gimignano
- Couples planning a medieval-town stay
- Travelers linking Siena and Chianti
Check before booking
- Confirm restricted-zone arrival instructions
- Check room outlook and stairs or lift
- Verify restaurant and breakfast arrangements
Location context
Use the center for atmosphere, then explore the countryside
Walk the towers and lanes outside peak hours, then connect the stay with nearby wineries, Siena or the Chianti area.
Where Hotel La Cisterna is, and why the location matters
Hotel La Cisterna stands at Piazza della Cisterna 23, on the main square of San Gimignano, in a 14th-century building, according to its booking listings. Hotels.com lists it as a 3-star hotel with 48 rooms over four floors, furnished in a Florentine style, with most rooms overlooking either the piazza (town square) or the Tuscan countryside.
You cannot get more central in this town. Piazza del Duomo, the Palazzo Comunale and the Torre Grossa are each about a 2-minute walk, roughly 200 m (220 yards). That means early mornings and evenings on the square once the tour buses have left. The hotel restaurant, Le Terrazze, serves regional cooking, with outdoor seating when the weather allows.
Getting there
- By car: there is no on-site parking; use a public lot outside the walls and confirm the drop-off arrangements with the hotel.
- By train: the nearest stations are Granaiolo, about a 29-minute drive, and Barberino Val d’Elsa, about 31 minutes. Station transfers are available for a fee.
- From Florence Airport (FLR): about 68.5 km (42.5 miles), roughly a 72-minute drive.
- Times and distances are as listed on booking platforms on October 20, 2026.
Rooms and facilities at a glance
Facilities as listed on booking platforms on October 20, 2026. They can change, so check the property page before you reserve.
Who it suits, and who should look elsewhere
A good fit if you want to wake up on the main square, eat at the hotel’s own restaurant and explore the town entirely on foot.
Look elsewhere if you cannot manage stairs: Hotels.com and Expedia list no elevator, and upper floors are reached by stairs only. Arrivals are also strict, with check-in from 2:00 to 11:30 p.m. and no after-hours check-in, and breakfast is optional rather than included.
What to do from San Gimignano
- Climb the Torre Grossa, about 2 minutes away, then use our San Gimignano guide.
- Visit the Collegiata di Santa Maria Assunta, about a 5-minute walk.
- Drive to Siena and compare with Palazzo Ravizza, which has parking inside the walls.
- Taste local wines on a plan the region with the Tuscany guide.
FAQ
Is Hotel La Cisterna on San Gimignano’s main square?
Yes. It is at Piazza della Cisterna 23, about a 2-minute walk from Piazza del Duomo and the Torre Grossa.
Does Hotel La Cisterna have an elevator?
No. Booking platforms list no elevator, and upper floors are reached by stairs only.
Does Hotel La Cisterna have parking?
No. There is no on-site parking.
Does Hotel La Cisterna have a restaurant?
Yes. Le Terrazze serves regional cooking, with outdoor seating when the weather allows.
What time is check-in at Hotel La Cisterna?
Check-in runs from 2:00 to 11:30 p.m., with no after-hours check-in, and check-out is by 11:00 a.m.
Italy2Love editorial note. This is an independent editorial profile selected from accommodation available through our Expedia partner link. Italy2Love is not the property operator and does not set prices, availability or booking conditions.
Last editorial check: 13 October 2026.