Castello Delle Aci is a restaurant destination wedding venue in Acireale, Italy, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Catania Fontanarossa Airport (CTA), 45-50 minutes. Best months: June, July, August, October.
Castello Delle Aci
Castello Delle Aci operates as a restaurant-venue in Sicily's coastal town of Acireale, meaning you'll have professional kitchen facilities and dining infrastructure already in place rather than coordinating with external caterers.
About Castello Delle Aci
Castello Delle Aci operates as a restaurant-venue in Sicily's coastal town of Acireale, meaning you'll have professional kitchen facilities and dining infrastructure already in place rather than coordinating with external caterers.
Located at Via Lazzaretto, 63, this 4.8-rated establishment handles both ceremony and reception logistics on-site.
The venue's restaurant foundation ensures experienced staff accustomed to managing multi-course events and guest flow.
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We went in the water around the castle and it was amazing. Their was so much marine life including fish and even an octopus 🐙. Their was plenty of parking and had such a fun day.
Niamh Sutton · on Google →Capacity, rooms and facilities
Money
- Price
- €110 to €180 per headAisle estimate
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- CTA, 50 min by carAisle estimate
The spaces
- Indoors or out
- Both
- Setting
- Coastal, historic, elegantAisle estimate
Venue highlights
- 4.8 Google rating with proven track record hosting events
- Full restaurant facility eliminates need for separate catering coordination
- Coastal Acireale location provides Mediterranean backdrop without leaving Sicily's eastern shore
- On-site dining capabilities accommodate dietary restrictions and menu customization
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
See the day-by-day outline+
Use this as a starting point and adapt it to your bookings and guests.
- 14:00Guest arrival and check-in at local accommodations
- 09:00Ceremony setup and guest seating begins
- 10:30Ceremony
- 11:30Cocktail reception and photos
- 13:00Reception dinner begins
- 17:00Evening celebration winds down
- 10:00Optional farewell breakfast or group outing
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- CTA · about 50 min by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Catania Fontanarossa Airport.
- Typical total
- €4,500-7,500Aisle estimate
See the full figure+
€4,500-7,500 for 50-75 guests
- Ceremony fee
- €400-800Aisle estimate
- Reception
- €45-75 a headAisle estimate
- Room rate
- €80-150 a nightAisle estimate
See the full figure+
€80-150 (nearby hotels in Acireale)
- Weather window
- June – August
The months the weather is kindest, with October mild too. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 340 627 4736
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Actual costs vary based on guest count, menu selections, beverages, and seasonal pricing. Request formal quote directly from venue. Accommodation ranges reflect local 3-4 star hotels; luxury options available at higher rates.
Questions about the venue
Can we customize the menu?+
Yes. As an operating restaurant, Castello Delle Aci works with couples to develop custom menus. Contact them through their website to discuss your preferences and any dietary requirements.
What's the capacity range?+
The venue accommodates 20-150 guests depending on your setup and the specific spaces used within the restaurant.
Are indoor and outdoor options available?+
The restaurant offers both indoor dining areas and outdoor spaces with coastal views. Your ceremony and reception configuration depends on guest count and seasonal preferences.
What's included in the venue fee?+
Typically the ceremony space, reception area, and restaurant facilities. Contact the venue directly at https://www.castellodelleaci.com/ for specific package details and what's covered.
When should we book?+
Book 6-12 months in advance, especially if planning a peak summer wedding. Spring and fall dates typically have more availability.
Could this be your venue?
Ask about your plans, pricing and availability. You do not need a fixed date yet.
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Sources and booking notes
Confirm your dates, guest numbers, room arrangements and inclusions with the venue before booking. An enquiry does not reserve a date. Figures labelled Aisle estimate are modelled from regional rates and public sources; they are not venue quotes.
Sources for individual venue facts
Indoors or out: Both
“Castello delle Aci non è soltanto luogo per matrimoni all’aperto, ma, grazie al fascino dei suoi interni, permette, anche nei periodi invernali, di poter usufruire delle sale addobbate in occasione del Natale.”
Read the source for indoors or out