Hotel

Borgo degli Ulivi

96010 Palazzolo Acreide SR, Italy, Italy20–150 guests$$$

Type:Hotel

Capacity:20–150 guests

Budget:$$$

Airport:Catania Fontanarossa Airport (CTA), 90 minutes

Borgo degli Ulivi operates as a working hotel on a 12-hectare olive estate in southeastern Sicily, meaning your guest list can stay steps from ceremony and reception venues. The property's agricultural setting eliminates the logistics nightmare of shuttling 80+ people between locations. Stone buildings, centuries-old olive groves, and on-site dining create genuine operational efficiency wrapped in authentic Sicilian countryside.

Highlights

12-hectare working olive farm with 500+ mature trees surrounding ceremony spaces
On-property accommodations allow guests to stay within walking distance of all events
4.3/5 Google rating based on verified guest experiences
Direct access to authentic farm-to-table dining prepared in on-site kitchens
Located in Palazzolo Acreide, a UNESCO World Heritage Val di Noto town with 18th-century baroque architecture

Quick facts

Capacity20–150 guests

Venue typeHotel

Price range$$$

LocationItaly

Nearest airportCTA

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Plan your wedding at Borgo degli Ulivi

Getting there

Catania Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)

90 minutes to venue

Private car rental

€35-60 per day rental plus fuel

90 minutes · Rent from Catania airport; drive via A19 and SS124 to Palazzolo Acreide

Hired car service

€90-140 per person round-trip (estimated)

90 minutes each way · Arrange round-trip transfers from CTA to venue for all guests

Public transport

€10-15 per person

120-150 minutes · Bus from Catania to Palazzolo Acreide via Interbus or Etna Trasporti

Cost estimate

Ceremony / venue fee

Contact venue for pricing

Reception (per guest)

€60-120 (estimated, depending on menu/season)

Accommodation (per night)

€80-180 per room (estimated; verify current rates)

Estimated total

€8,000-25,000+ for 50-75 guests including 2 nights accommodation

Costs vary significantly by guest count, season, menu selections, and room categories. Request formal quotation from https://www.borgodegliulivi.com/ for accurate pricing. Peak season (May-October) commands higher rates.

Sample wedding weekend

Thursday

16:00Guest arrival and check-in to on-property accommodations

19:30Welcome dinner in farm dining space

Friday

09:00Ceremony among olive groves

10:30Cocktail reception on estate grounds

13:00Seated reception and farm-to-table feast

23:00Dancing and dessert service

Saturday

08:00-11:00Farewell breakfast at hotel

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

Frequently asked questions

Can we have ceremonies and receptions in different locations on the property?

Yes. The estate includes multiple outdoor and covered spaces across the 12 hectares. Olive groves can serve as ceremony backdrops, while separate areas accommodate dining and dancing without requiring external transportation.

What's included in on-site accommodations?

Guest rooms are distributed across restored stone buildings on the property. Contact the venue directly at https://www.borgodegliulivi.com/ for current room counts, amenities, and package pricing for multi-night stays.

Is the venue suitable for smaller weddings?

Yes, minimum capacity is 20 guests. The venue scales from intimate ceremonies under olive trees to larger celebrations utilizing multiple areas across the estate.

What's the nearest airport?

Catania Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) is approximately 90km away, roughly 90 minutes by car. Many international flights connect through this hub.

Can we customize menus using produce from the olive farm?

The estate produces its own olives and sources from the surrounding Val di Noto region. Coordinate directly with the venue regarding seasonal produce availability and kitchen capabilities.