Hotel

a.d. 1768 Boutique Hotel

97100 Ragusa RG, Italy, Italy20–150 guests$$$

Type:Hotel

Capacity:20–150 guests

Budget:$$$

Airport:Catania Fontanarossa Airport (CTA), 90-120 minutes

a.d. 1768 Boutique Hotel stands apart as Ragusa's only luxury property housed within a restored 18th-century palazzo, offering 12 individually designed suites that serve as both guest accommodations and venue spaces. Located on Via Conte Cabrera in the heart of Ibla's UNESCO-listed historic district, this intimate venue eliminates the need for separate hotel and ceremony locations. The property's original architectural details—stone archways, period frescoes, and baroque courtyards—provide authentic Sicilian backdrop without artificial styling.

Highlights

Only 12 suites in the entire property ensures exclusivity and personalized service for wedding parties
Located directly in Ragusa Ibla, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with 17th-century baroque architecture surrounding the venue
4.8/5 Google rating based on verified guest reviews
All-inclusive model: guests stay on-site in individually curated suites with original period features
Courtyard and salon spaces accommodate 20-150 guests across multiple indoor and outdoor configurations

Quick facts

Capacity20–150 guests

Venue typeHotel

Price range$$$

LocationItaly

Nearest airportCTA

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Plan your wedding at a.d. 1768 Boutique Hotel

Getting there

Catania Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)

90-120 minutes to venue

Private car transfer

€80-120 per vehicle

90-120 minutes · Hotel can arrange dedicated vehicle from airport

Rental car

€40-60 daily rental

90-120 minutes · Drive via A18/E45 highway toward Ragusa

Train + local transport

€15-25 per person

2-2.5 hours total · Train from Catania to Ragusa, then taxi to Ibla

Cost estimate

Ceremony / venue fee

€1,200-2,000 (venue rental only; does not include catering or beverages)

Reception (per guest)

€65-120 (depending on menu selection and service level; sourced through preferred caterers)

Accommodation (per night)

€180-450 per suite (12 suites available; rates vary by season)

Estimated total

€8,000-25,000+ for 50 guests with 2-night accommodation package

Ceremony and reception space rental is separate from guest accommodation. Catering is not included in venue fee. Peak season (May-September) commands higher rates. Minimum guest count and advance booking deposits typically required.

Sample wedding weekend

Friday evening

6:00 PMGuest arrival and check-in; welcome aperitivo in palazzo courtyard

Saturday

10:00 AMWedding ceremony in baroque courtyard or salon

1:00 PMReception begins; seated lunch in main salon

8:00 PMEvening celebration continues; dancing in secondary salon or courtyard

Sunday

10:00 AMFarewell breakfast; guest departures

This is a sample itinerary. Your wedding weekend can be fully customized.

Frequently asked questions

Can we host both ceremony and reception at a.d. 1768?

Yes. The palazzo's courtyard accommodates outdoor ceremonies while multiple salon spaces serve as reception areas, allowing ceremony-to-reception flow within the same historic building.

Is accommodation included with venue rental?

Guest rooms are booked separately through the hotel. The venue provides ceremony and reception spaces; you arrange guest accommodations, which are conveniently located within the same property.

What is the maximum guest capacity?

The venue accommodates 20-150 guests depending on configuration. For larger weddings, multiple spaces can be combined.

Are external catering services allowed?

The property works with preferred local caterers and can accommodate outside vendors upon request. Contact the hotel directly for specific catering policies.

What is the nearest airport?

Catania Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) is approximately 90km away, with a 90-120 minute transfer time via car or arranged shuttle service.