La Cisterna

Property class: 3
3-star hotel near Collegiate Church of Santa Maria Assunta

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A historic square with a central fountain, surrounded by stone buildings with arched windows and a prominent tower.
A lobby with a reception desk, a staircase, and seating areas.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a balcony with a view.
A historic square with stone buildings, a central fountain, and a tower.
A table set for dining with a view of a vineyard.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar

Explore the area

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Piazza Della Cisterna 23, San Gimignano, SI, 53037
  • Place, Piazza della Cisterna
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, San Gimignano Communal Palace
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Piazza Duomo
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Airport, Florence (FLR-Peretola)
    ‪71 min drive‬

Room options

Double Room (senza vista)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 183 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

single room no view

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

Quadruple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 237 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

single room valley view and balcony

  • Valley view
  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

Double Room, Balcony

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • Valley view
  • 183 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

double room square view with balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 183 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

double room valley view with shared terrace

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • City view
  • 183 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

double room square view

  • City view
  • 183 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

double room valley view

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Valley view
  • 183 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Comfort Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Hill view
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

San Gimignano

San Gimignano City Centre stay.With a stay at this San Gimignano City Centre hotel, you'll be steps from Collegiate Church of Santa Maria Assunta and Torre Grossa. Casa e Torre Campatelli and San Gimignano Communal Palace are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Piazza della Cisterna - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Medieval Criminal and Torture Museum - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • San Gimignano Communal Palace - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Piazza Duomo - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Casa e Torre Campatelli - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles

Getting around

  • Granaiolo Station - 29 min drive
  • Florence Airport, Peretola (FLR) - 72 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Riccapizza - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bistrot Magnino - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Pasticceria Armando & Marcella - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Gelateria dell'Olmo - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Gustavo - Bar Enoteca - ‬2 min walk

About this property

La Cisterna

3-star hotel near Collegiate Church of Santa Maria Assunta
Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. An area shuttle and a train station drop-off service are available for a fee. A library, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at La Cisterna.

This 3-star San Gimignano hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 48 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Deli
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
La Cisterna offers 48 accommodations with safes and hair dryers. Beds feature down comforters. 19-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with rainfall showerheads, and bidets.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Train station pick-up and drop-off shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Daily local cuisine breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: EUR 14 for adults and EUR 14 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 19-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out fee: EUR 50

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the train station (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 11:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 15 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 22 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November - 29 February, EUR 3.00 per person, per night, up to 5 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 14 years of age.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 March - 31 October, EUR 3.00 per person, per night, up to 5 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 14 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for local cuisine breakfast: approximately EUR 14 for adults and EUR 14 for children
  • Pet fee: EUR 15 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: EUR 50

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • All guests (including children) need to be present at check-in to show their government-issued photo ID or passport.
  • Onsite cash transactions can't exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property class

This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority.

Property is also known as

Cisterna Hotel
Cisterna Hotel San Gimignano
Cisterna San Gimignano
Hotel La Cisterna
La Cisterna Hotel San Gimignano, Italy - Tuscany
La Cisterna San Gimignano
La Cisterna Hotel San Gimignano
La Cisterna San Gimignano
La Cisterna Hotel
La Cisterna San Gimignano
La Cisterna Hotel San Gimignano

Frequently asked questions

How close is La Cisterna to the airport?

La Cisterna is 42.6 mi (72-min drive) away from the Florence Airport, Peretola (FLR) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at La Cisterna?

As of Sep 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at La Cisterna on Oct 24, 2026 start from $108, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does La Cisterna have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at La Cisterna.

Does La Cisterna offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at La Cisterna, but local cuisine breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 14 for adults and EUR 14 for children. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at La Cisterna?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at La Cisterna?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM.

Is there free parking at La Cisterna?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does La Cisterna have a pool?

La Cisterna does not have a pool.

Does La Cisterna have a restaurant?

La Cisterna is home to Le Terrazze, which features Regional cuisine, al fresco dining, and light fare.

Does La Cisterna have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is La Cisterna to downtown San Gimignano?

La Cisterna is 0.1 mi away from San Gimignano.

La Cisterna Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 405 out of 658 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 203 out of 658 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 37 out of 658 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 658 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 658 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel has the perfect location. The view from our balcony was amazing. Very friendly staff too.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location was good
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was PERFECT! The whole package from breakfast, dinner, rooms, area, just like a dream. Exceptional I would say. I know I am coming back to this hotel. Thank you for the perfect stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location was perfect, staff were welcoming, helpful and friendly. The room had stunning views out across the valleys, we watched the sunrise each morning from our bed
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A fantastic room with an awesome view.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice A++ Highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The balcony views were amazing. Restaurant and bar on site was pretty good and convenient. Staff was helpful. The rooms were nicely decorated and modern. Location was perfect, right in the middle of town which made everything walkable.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and charming hotel in a nice location.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, wonderful for family.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel, clean and comfortable, the dinner we had at the hotel restaurant was delicious and the view from our balcony was amazing. I would absolutely recommend staying there.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
This was the best hotel. The nicest people, great rooms with great views, and a wonderful breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Great staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything about this hotel was excellent. Great location, beautiful room and excellent breakfast. the view from the balcony was nothing short of breathtaking!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed San Gimignano…property was centrally located to restaurants, shopping and site seeing excursions.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice room and reception was very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed the location and the view! The breakfast was fantastic!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent property in the middle of it all! Beautiful rooms and stunning views!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a fantastic place with a great view
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location

Great location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean and comfortable with modern en suite facilities. We had an amazing view of the valley from our room.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great landscapes
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025