THE SIENA HOTEL, AUTOGRAPH COLLECTION - Chapel Hill NC 1505 E Franklin St 27514

1505 East Franklin St., Chapel Hill, NC 27514 United States

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near Exit 270 on I-40 (~2.5mi)

Near University of North Carolina

9.4

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The Siena Hotel Autograph Collection offers a range of amenities including a bar/lounge, gym, pool, spa, and electric car charging station, making it a cool and convenient choice for guests.

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Vegetarian breakfast available

Free WiFi

Wheelchair accessible parking

Fitness facilities

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"Wonderful European like experience."

Wonderful lovely experiences at the Sienna. We have had many lovely stays at the property. The Sienna is perfect!

Dennis S. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room)

Verified Review, stayed from Fri Jul 18 to Sun Jul 20 2025 at a $219.99 average nightly rate.

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Property Description

When you stay at The Siena Hotel, Autograph Collection in Chapel Hill, you'll be in the suburbs, within a 15-minute drive of Duke University and University of North Carolina. This boutique hotel is 8 mi (12.9 km) from Streets at Southpoint Mall and 8.6 mi (13.8 km) from North Carolina Central University.

Grab a bite to eat at Il Palio Ristorante, a restaurant which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 6:30 AM to 10 AM for a fee.

Make yourself at home in one of the 79 guestrooms featuring refrigerators. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

University of North Carolina - 1.7 mi
Kenan Memorial Stadium - 1.7 mi
Dean E. Smith Center - 2.0 mi
Wallace Wade Stadium - 6.7 mi
Cameron Indoor Stadium - 6.9 mi
Lenox Baker Children's Hospital - 7.0 mi
Duke Chapel - 7.2 mi
Duke Cancer Center - 7.5 mi
Duke University - 7.5 mi
Sarah P. Duke Gardens - 7.6 mi
Duke Hospital Main Entrance - 7.6 mi
Bennett Place State Historic - 7.6 mi
Durham VA Medical Center - 7.6 mi
Duke Family Medicine Center - 7.8 mi
Duke Ambulatory Surgery Center in the North Pavilion - 7.8 mi
North Carolina Central University - 8.1 mi
Durham Bull Athletic Park - 8.4 mi
Duke University Museum Art - 8.6 mi
Durham Performing Arts Center - 8.6 mi
Carolina Theater - 8.8 mi
Durham YMCA - 8.8 mi
Durham Convention and Visitors - 8.9 mi
Durham Technical Community College - 9.2 mi
Durham Amtrak Station - 9.4 mi
Duke Homestead State Historic - 9.6 mi
North Carolina Museum of Life and Science - 10.2 mi
Durham Regional Hospital - 10.4 mi
Noah's Event Venue - 12.1 mi
Wake Competition Center - 13.6 mi
Raleigh-Durham Int'l Airport (RDU) - 14.3 mi
Tanger Outlet Mall - 16.4 mi
William B. Umstead State Park - 16.9 mi
Cary Amtrak Station - 17.2 mi
Chatham Hill Winery - 17.4 mi
North Carolina State University - 19.2 mi
Regency Park Amphitheatre - 19.2 mi
Regency Park - 19.2 mi
PNC Arena- Carolina Hurricanes - 19.3 mi
RBC Arena - 19.4 mi
PNC Arena - 19.5 mi

Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a 24-hour business center, and limo/town car service. Event facilities at this hotel consist of a conference center and meeting rooms. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free valet parking is available onsite.

Take advantage of recreation opportunities including a fitness center and bicycles to rent. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services. Guests can catch a ride to nearby destinations on the complimentary area shuttle.

Located in the heart of Chapel Hill, North Carolina, The Siena Hotel, Autograph Collection is a gathering place perfect for retreats, meetings, weddings, and romantic getaways. Old world charm is met with modern amenities throughout the property. Rooms and suites are spacious and feature comfortable living areas, Juliet Balconies, and large marble bathrooms. Outside enjoy the southern skies to dine, lounge, or play the iconic Italian game of Bocce. Experience Il Palio, which like its namesake festival, brings people together in celebration. Our Chef strive to emulate the best of the great Italian tradition of hospitality and quality at the table and in the glass. The vision is simple – use the best local and Italian ingredients as purely as possible and serve them with comfort and pride. Four meeting rooms round out the property. Perfect for ceremonies, weddings, receptions, birthday parties, retreats, and all special occasions!

Local Attractions

UNC, Morehead Planetarium, Duke University, Botanical Gardens, Dean E. Smith Center, Carolina Basketball Museum, FRANK Gallery, Playmakers Repertory Company and Memorial Hall

Details / Other Expenses

Check-In 4:00 PM - 5:30 AM

Check-Out 12:00 PM

Year of Last Renovation: 2013

Floors: 4

Rooms: 79

Corridors: All Rooms Have Interior Hallways

Non Smoking Rooms: 79

Handicap Rooms: 7

Suites: 12

Room Windows: Windows Do Open

Cleaning Frequency: Daily

Meeting Rooms: 5

Dist. to Food/Bars: On-site

Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: 6.0 Mi

Dist. to Nearest Gym: 0.5 Mi

Nightly Parking: $0

Total Taxes: 13.50%

Total Misc Fees: $0.00 USD

Cancellation: 4pm day prior to arrival individual

Check-In Instructions:

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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

Amenities / Features

24-hour business center
24-hour front desk
Access to nearby indoor pool
Access to nearby outdoor pool
Airport transportation (surcharge)
Art gallery on site
Assistive listening devices available
Assistive listening devices in meeting rooms
At least 80% of all lighting comes from LEDs
Ballroom
Banquet hall
Bicycle rentals on site
Biodegradable/compostable stirrers
Biodegradable/compostable straws
Braille or raised signage
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Business center
Change of bed sheets (on request)
Change of towels (on request)
Check In: 4:00 PM - 5:30 AM
Check Out: 12:00 PM
Coffee/tea in common areas
Comprehensive food waste policy
Computer station
Concierge services
Conference center
Conference space
Couples/private dining
Double-glazing on all windows
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Elevator
Express check-in
Express check-out
Fireplace in lobby
Fitness facilities
Free WiFi
Free area shuttle
Free newspapers in lobby
Free self parking
Free use of nearby fitness center
Free valet parking
Free wired internet
Garden
Golf lessons available nearby
Golfing nearby
Health or beauty spa nearby
Housekeeping on request
LGBTQIA+ friendly
Limo or town car service available
Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
Locally-sourced food on site (80% or more)
Luggage storage
Maximum number of pets per room 2
Meeting rooms
Multilingual staff
No single-use plastic soda bottles
No single-use plastic stirrers
No single-use plastic straws
No single-use plastic water bottles
Number of bars/lounges - 1
Number of restaurants - 1
Only dogs are allowed
Organic food
Pets allowed
Porter/bellhop
Professional property host/manager
Proposal/romance packages available
Recycling
Reusable cups only
Reusable tableware only
Rooftop garden
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Service animals are allowed
Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
Showcase for local artists
Smoke-free property
Stair-free path to entrance
Television in common areas
Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicle
Vegan menu options available
Vegetable garden
Vegetarian breakfast available
Vegetarian menu options available
Visual alarms in hallways
Water dispenser
Water-efficient showers only
Wedding services
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair accessible parking
Wheelchair accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible meeting spaces/business center
Wheelchair-accessible on-site restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchairs available on site

Airport & Shuttle Info

16 miles to Raleigh Durham Internation Airport - approx $40-60 each way via cab

Yes! There is an airport shuttle.

Local Shuttle Info: Complmentary shuttle within a five mile radius of the hotel. Based on availability. 7am-10pm.

Breakfast Information

This is not included. Breakfast is served in Il Palio Restaurant each morning. The typical cost is $15/person and is traditional breakfast fare.

Pet Friendly?

Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Dogs are accepted. Pet fee inforced.

Maximum number of pets per room 2

Service animals are allowed

Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Only dogs are allowed

Pets allowed

Internet / WiFi

WIFI is complimentary in our sleeping rooms, meeting rooms, and lobby.

Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 5 to 20 per person Airport shuttle fee: USD 48.00 per vehicle (one-way) Pet fee: USD 75 per pet, per stay Service animals are exempt from fees Late check-out fee: USD 100 (subject to availability) Rollaway bed fee: USD 15.0 per night The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.
Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Contactless check-in is available

Contactless check-out is available

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Suggested AI Generated Itinerary

Day 1

Breakfast Rise Biscuits & Donuts - Start your day with mouthwatering biscuits and donuts at this popular local spot. Located 0.3 miles from the hotel.

Lunch Mediterranean Deli - Indulge in flavorful Mediterranean dishes at this beloved deli. Located 0.7 miles from the hotel.

Dinner Top of the Hill Restaurant & Brewery - Enjoy delicious American cuisine and craft beers while taking in the rooftop views of Chapel Hill. Located 0.5 miles from the hotel.

Activity Visit the North Carolina Botanical Garden - Explore the beautiful gardens and nature trails at this serene botanical garden. Located 2.5 miles from the hotel.

Day 2

Breakfast Caffe Driade - Start your day with a cup of coffee and a peaceful atmosphere at this charming coffee shop. Located 1.1 miles from the hotel.

Lunch Al's Burger Shack - Savor mouthwatering burgers made with locally sourced ingredients at this popular burger joint. Located 0.9 miles from the hotel.

Dinner Mama Dip's Kitchen - Experience Southern comfort food at its finest at this iconic restaurant. Located 1.2 miles from the hotel.

Activity Explore the Ackland Art Museum - Immerse yourself in art and culture at this renowned museum showcasing a diverse collection. Located 0.8 miles from the hotel.

Day 3

Breakfast Merritt's Store & Grill - Enjoy a classic Southern breakfast at this legendary local spot known for its BLTs. Located 2.3 miles from the hotel.

Lunch Lucha Tigre - Delight in Asian-inspired street food and tacos at this vibrant eatery. Located 1.4 miles from the hotel.

Dinner Bin 54 - Indulge in a fine dining experience with prime steaks and seafood at this upscale restaurant. Located 0.6 miles from the hotel.

Activity Visit the Morehead Planetarium and Science Center - Explore the wonders of the universe through interactive exhibits and planetarium shows. Located 0.9 miles from the hotel.

Frequent Questions

FAQs about The Siena Hotel, Autograph Collection

What time is check in?

Check in time is 4:00 PM - 5:30 AM based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.

What time is check out?

Check out time is 12:00 PM based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

How many rooms does The Siena Hotel, Autograph Collection have?

There are 79 rooms in the property.

Is there any meeting space at The Siena Hotel, Autograph Collection?

Yes, they have 5 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.

What kind of breakfast is at The Siena Hotel, Autograph Collection?

This is not included. Breakfast is served in Il Palio Restaurant each morning. The typical cost is $15/person and is traditional breakfast fare.

How much does internet cost?

WIFI is complimentary in our sleeping rooms, meeting rooms, and lobby.

Is there a gym at The Siena Hotel, Autograph Collection?

Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.

Is there a pool at The Siena Hotel, Autograph Collection?

Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property.

Is The Siena Hotel, Autograph Collection pet friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed. Dogs are accepted. Pet fee inforced.

Is there shuttle service at The Siena Hotel, Autograph Collection?

16 miles to Raleigh Durham Internation Airport - approx $40-60 each way via cab

Meeting Space

Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at The Siena Hotel, Autograph Collection

Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at The Siena Hotel, Autograph Collection.

Feel free to use the The Siena Hotel, Autograph Collection meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Chapel Hill event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.

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