Hotel

B&B Palazzo Cerami

95100 Catania CT, Italy, Italy20–150 guests$$$

Type:Hotel

Capacity:20–150 guests

Budget:$$$

Airport:Catania Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) (CTA), 15–20 minutes

Guests arrive at this 18th-century palace in Catania's historic center, where stone archways and period details create an immediate sense of arrival at somewhere significant. The palazzo operates as a boutique hotel, meaning your wedding party stays where the celebration happens—no shuttling between venues or hotels. Walking out onto the terrace at sunset, surrounded by the architecture of centuries past, becomes the memory guests talk about for years.

Highlights

18th-century Sicilian palazzo with original frescoes and architectural details intact
Guests can stay on-site in hotel rooms, creating a seamless multi-day celebration experience
Located on Via Cerami in Catania's centro storico, walking distance to baroque churches and local restaurants
Google rating of 4.5/5 from verified guests
Accommodates 20–150 guests with both indoor halls and outdoor terrace spaces

Quick facts

Capacity20–150 guests

Venue typeHotel

Price range$$$

LocationItaly

Nearest airportCTA

Visit venue website

Plan your wedding at B&B Palazzo Cerami

Getting there

Catania Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) (CTA)

15–20 minutes to venue

Private car/taxi

€25–40

15–20 minutes · Direct drive from airport to Via Cerami in city center

Public bus

€4–8

30–45 minutes plus walking · AMT bus line 457 connects airport to Catania center; transfer to local bus or walk to palazzo

Rental car

€30–60/day rental

15–20 minutes · Pick up at airport; parking available near palazzo (street parking or nearby garages)

Train

€6–12

20–30 minutes total · Airport bus to Catania Centrale; walk or taxi to palazzo (10–15 min walk)

Cost estimate

Ceremony / venue fee

€500–1,500 (venue rental)

Reception (per guest)

€60–120 (catering and service)

Accommodation (per night)

€80–180 (boutique hotel rooms)

Estimated total

€4,000–12,000+ (depending on 50–100 guests, 2-night stay, and catering level)

Prices vary by season (peak summer June–September higher than shoulder seasons). Request formal quote through website. Budget additional costs for florals, music, photography, and any special decor.

Sample wedding weekend

Friday evening

5:00 PM onwardsGuest arrival; check-in at palazzo hotel rooms; welcome aperitivo on terrace

Saturday morning

9:00 AMBreakfast for staying guests in palazzo dining room

Saturday afternoon

2:00 PMGuest arrival; photo sessions in palazzo courtyards and historic rooms

Saturday late afternoon

5:30 PMCeremony in main hall or on terrace

Saturday evening

7:00 PM onwardsCocktail reception and multi-course dinner in palazzo reception rooms

Sunday morning

9:00 AMFinal breakfast; guest departures

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

Frequently asked questions

Can guests stay at the venue?

Yes. B&B Palazzo Cerami operates as a boutique hotel, so wedding guests can book rooms on-site, making the entire celebration feel like a private gathering in a historic home.

What's included in a wedding package?

Pricing varies by season and guest count. Contact the venue directly at http://www.palazzoceramisicilia.com/ for ceremony space, reception hall rental, catering options, and accommodation packages.

Is there outdoor ceremony space?

Yes. The palazzo features a terrace suitable for ceremonies and cocktails, though indoor backup is essential given Sicily's summer heat and occasional rain.

How far is this from Catania airport?

Catania Fontanarossa Airport is approximately 7 kilometers away, roughly 15–20 minutes by car depending on traffic.

What's the nearest town or transportation hub?

The palazzo sits in central Catania. Catania Centrale train station is walkable (about 10–15 minutes), and the city is served by buses, taxis, and rental car services.