Hotel Certosa di Maggiano
outskirts of Siena, Siena
Hotel in Siena, Italy
Book with PearlWhy go
Hotel Certosa di Maggiano is worth shortlisting if the goal is a calmer Siena stay rather than a fully central old-town base. Its third-party recognition gives it credibility, and easy booking helps for later planning. Choose it for slower mornings and a quieter setting; look central if walking access is the main priority.
About Hotel Certosa di Maggiano
Hotel Certosa di Maggiano is a Siena hotel with two pieces of third-party recognition: a Mr & Mrs Smith Seal of Approval (2026) and a MICHELIN Guide hotel selection (2025).
A Siena hotel with recognition
Hotel Certosa di Maggiano is in Siena. Beyond that city-level location, a specific address, neighborhood position, or distance from major sights is not given here.
The confirmed recognition gives the hotel a useful quality signal for travelers comparing Siena stays. It does not establish a spa program, pool, fitness setup, dining format, room count, price level, or service style, so those details should be checked through the hotel's official channels if they matter to the trip.
Who should book it, and who should compare other Siena stays
Book here if the recognition is meaningful to you and the hotel's current official details fit your plans. The confirmed dress code is smart casual, and the hotel has a 2026 Mr & Mrs Smith Seal of Approval and a 2025 MICHELIN Guide hotel selection.
If you are still comparing Siena options, Grand Hotel Continental Siena, Hotel Palazzetto Rosso, or Antica Residenza Cicogna may also be worth reviewing, depending on room availability and budget. For a broader scan before committing, use our full Siena hotels guide, then cross-check meals with our full Siena restaurants guide.
Planning details
- Location
- Str. di Certosa, 82/86, 53100 Siena SI, Italy
- Website
- lacertosadimaggiano.com
- Phone
- +39 0577 179 4006
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Hotel Certosa di Maggiano occupies a genuine 14th-century Carthusian monastery on the outskirts of Siena, and the building's history shapes the property's character. Public rooms and guest chambers feel scaled to their monastic origins: high ceilings, measured proportions and an emphasis on stillness create a quietly reverent atmosphere. The hotel sits in the surrounding Tuscan countryside rather than inside the medieval walls, so the sense of calm is a defining feature — the description stresses a silence that is noticeably deeper than in the city. The result is a historic, serene retreat that foregrounds architecture and atmosphere over urban bustle.
Best For
This hotel is best for travelers who prize history, tranquility and a food-and-wine–led stay. Guests seeking a peaceful rural base outside Siena’s medieval center find the monastery’s quiet spaces and historic fabric especially appealing. The property's Michelin Selected status signals that its dining program is a focal point, making it a strong choice for visitors who want an elevated evening meal without leaving the grounds. Proximity to Chianti Classico and Brunello di Montalcino territory also makes it a natural fit for wine-focused travelers looking to combine tasting with relaxed, accommodation-led hospitality.
Stay Tips
Dining is a central reason to book here: the hotel's Michelin Selected recognition suggests a considered kitchen and an emphasis on coherent hospitality. Given the property's location amid serious wine country, plan to engage with the restaurant’s wine offering and explore local bottles from Chianti Classico and Brunello di Montalcino producers mentioned in the description. Treat evening meals as a highlight of the stay — the dining programme is described as an anchor for the property, so allow time for a full dinner experience that leans into regional wines and the hotel's approach to table culture.
Venue details
Ambiance
Traditional elegance with quiet, cozy atmosphere in rustic yet picturesque settings, enhanced by lantern-strewn bars and fire pits.
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About the Stay
- Rooms
- 22
- Check-in
- 15:00
- Check-out
- 11:00
- Property Style
- Converted 14th Century Carthusian Monastery in Tuscan Countryside
- Design Style
- Rustic Elegance with Interiors by Renzo Mongiardino
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- Str. di Certosa, 82/86, 53100 Siena SI, Italy
Planning details
Location
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- Hotel Santa Caterina Siena, Notable alternative
- Il Battistero Siena - Residenza d'Epoca, Notable alternative
- Hotel Palazzetto Rosso, Notable alternative
- Antica Residenza Cicogna, Notable alternative
- Grand Hotel Continental Siena, Notable alternative
Hotel context
How it compares in Siena
Hotel Santa Caterina Siena is the closer comparison for travelers who want a gentle Siena stay without going fully grand-hotel. Hotel Certosa di Maggiano is the better call if the quieter, retreat-like mood matters more than immediate old-town convenience; Santa Caterina is the safer cross-shop if location simplicity is higher on the list.
Il Battistero Siena - Residenza d'Epoca, Hotel Palazzetto Rosso, and Antica Residenza Cicogna make more sense for travelers who want a compact historic-center stay and fewer logistics around returns to the room. Choose those for a short cultural weekend; choose Certosa di Maggiano for a slower itinerary where quiet carries more weight than door-to-door sightseeing ease.
Grand Hotel Continental Siena is the more formal central alternative and likely the sharper fit for travelers who want a polished city-hotel feel. Certosa di Maggiano is easier to frame as a decompression play: less about being in the middle of everything, more about giving the Siena stay breathing room.
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Compare Hotel Certosa di Maggiano
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel Certosa di Maggiano | Siena | 2026 Mr & Mrs Smith Luxury Hotels2025 Michelin Selected Hotels |
| Hotel Santa Caterina Siena | Siena | No published awards |
| Il Battistero Siena - Residenza d'Epoca | Siena | No published awards |
| Hotel Palazzetto Rosso | Siena | No published awards |
| Antica Residenza Cicogna | Siena | No published awards |
| Grand Hotel Continental Siena | Siena | 2026 Virtuoso Luxury Hotel CollectionLeading Hotels of the World 20262025 Michelin Selected Hotels |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
How is the location of Hotel Certosa di Maggiano?
Hotel Certosa di Maggiano is in Siena. A specific street address, neighborhood, or distance from major sights is not given here.
