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La Cisterna

3.0 star property
Hotel with a restaurant, steps from Collegiate Church of Santa Maria Assunta

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Down duvets, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Reception
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Regional cuisine, al fresco dining
double room square view | View from room

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Room service
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$235
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct

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)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Room options

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Down duvets, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

double room valley view

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Bidet
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Champagne service
  • 17 sq m
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Down duvets, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

double room square view

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Bidet
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Champagne service
  • 17 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Room amenity

Double Room (senza vista)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Bidet
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Champagne service
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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single room valley view and balcony

single room valley view and balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Bidet
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
  • 15 sq m
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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double room valley view with shared terrace | Terrace/patio

double room valley view with shared terrace

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Deck/patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Bidet
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
  • 17 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Down duvets, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Quadruple Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Bidet
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Champagne service
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Down duvets, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

single room no view

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Bidet
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Champagne service
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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Comfort Double or Twin Room

Comfort Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Bidet
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
Champagne service
  • 25 sq m
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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double room square view with balcony | Balcony

double room square view with balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Bidet
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
  • 17 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Down duvets, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Double Room, Balcony

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Bidet
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
  • 17 sq m
  • Valley view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the area

San Gimignano

La Cisterna puts you in the heart of San Gimignano, within steps of Collegiate Church of Santa Maria Assunta and Torre Grossa. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The restaurant, Le Terrazze, serves Regional cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Local cuisine breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 9:30 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of an area shuttle. .Places within a short walk of this 3-property class San Gimignano City Centre hotel include Casa e Torre Campatelli and San Gimignano Communal Palace.

What's nearby

  • Piazza della Cisterna - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Medieval Criminal and Torture Museum - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • San Gimignano Communal Palace - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Piazza Duomo - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Torre Grossa - 2 min walk - 0.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

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

About this property

La Cisterna

Hotel with a restaurant, steps from 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)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are 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 a safe and a hairdryer. Beds feature down duvets. 19-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers with a rainfall showerhead, and bidets.

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

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • No on-site 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

Restaurants on site

  • Le Terrazze

Things to do

  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

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

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 19-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

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
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: EUR 50
Express check-out available

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 - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 12 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 22 lb per pet)
  • Food and water bowls are available
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

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 all year round. Other exemptions or reductions may 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 to 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 to 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: from approximately EUR 14 for adults and from EUR 14 for children
  • Pet fee: EUR 12 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: EUR 50 (subject to availability)

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 smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Eurocard, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all 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.
  • On-site 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.

National rating

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

What is the cancellation policy at La Cisterna?

La Cisterna offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at La Cisterna?

As of 30 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at La Cisterna on 19 Oct 2025 start from NZ$222.56, 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.

What makes La Cisterna a romantic place to stay?

Al fresco dining and a champagne service, as well as rainfall showerheads in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at La Cisterna.

Is La Cisterna family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as babysitting services and laundry facilities, as well as childcare services in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that La Cisterna is a hit with families.

Does La Cisterna serve breakfast?

Yeah, local cuisine brekkie is available daily from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at La Cisterna?

No, La Cisterna does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at La Cisterna?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves Regional cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at La Cisterna?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at La Cisterna?

Cats and dogs are welcome at La Cisterna, with food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of one pet, with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet.

Reviews

La Cisterna Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 363 out of 612 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 199 out of 612 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 37 out of 612 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 612 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 612 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Hotel was in a great area. Friendly staff. Our room was on the bottom floor and was very musty smelling. We didn’t ask to change rooms because we were just exhausted and assumed maybe they were all the same.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

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

10/10 Excellent

Jason

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

8/10 Good

ROBERTO, Hialeah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Only problem the shiweres
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

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

10/10 Excellent

Carol, Austin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here 20 years ago and loved it back then. It was still a true gem of a stay! My husband absolutely loved it as well.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room with a spectacular view! Good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We loved our corner room and the patio overlooking the medieval village and Tuscan countryside, a million dollar view! The breakfast was nice, however, getting our car up to the hotel was challenging. Also, there was unpleasant smell coming from toliet, we notified staff, but it continued through our stay. Overall, we would stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leah

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
You couldn’t find a more beautiful location! Only downside is when taking luggage it’s a long haul of up and down hills with great inclines. The elevator from the parking lot was out of service……climbing over 40 stairs straight up carrying luggage was quite the job. Then another 10 minute walk up hill to the hotel. Once there it was well worth it! Views stunning choices of restaurants and stores were amazing and the views unreal
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Great staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Darryl, Preston

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

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is a fabulous place to stay right in San Gimignano. The room had a spectacular view out over the Tuscan countryside. As it was right inside the walls everything was right there and it was particularly nice early in the morning and in the evening when the crowds have thinned.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

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

Fantastic!

Loved this hotel located in the medieval town of San Gimignano. The views from the valley side rooms are spectacular! Wish we’d been able to get the rooms with the shared terrace. Beds were comfortable, rooms are quiet. Would stay again in a heartbeat!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alen, Longfield

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spectacular view from the room with balcony.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Such a unique experience! Enjoyed my stay!

10/10 Excellent

Patrice

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Amenities
Very helpful English-speaking staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mariel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is just amazing inside the walls I had a balcony looking at the Tuscan landscape it was incredible and the staff very friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great location. Comfortable and clean.

A comfortable, clean room in a great location. The shower was the only thing not so comfortable. Very small and a rain shower straight down or a powerful wand shower which was difficult to manoeuvre in the small space. But, lots of hot water was good.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to truly enjoy the nightlife and old world charm. Wonderful place
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yuanye

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best hotel I’ve ever stayed! The staff were incredibly friendly and went above and beyond to help us when our rental car battery died. We truly appreciate all the help! Thank you so much!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Silvia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Located on the central Piazza the hotel was very convenient to the church and many fine restaurants. The hotel restaurant for breakfast offered a breathtaking view of the town and surrounding Tuscan countryside. The food was fresh, and included a large assortment of breakfast cakes and pies, cheeses, meats, and fantastic espresso and capuchino. Our room had large windows opening up to an amazing view of San Gimignano.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Moises

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is really, right in the middle of the historic center. It is a bit of trouble to get to the front of the hotel but, if you follow the instructions that the hotel very kindly provides, then you will be ok.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024