Castello di Spaltenna is a hotel destination wedding venue in Gaiole in Chianti, Italy, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Florence Amerigo Vespucci Airport (FLR), 1.5 hours by car. Best months: June, July, August, September.
Castello di Spaltenna
Perched at 600 meters elevation in the Chianti hills, Castello di Spaltenna commands sweeping views across Tuscan vineyards, cypress groves, and rolling countryside.
About Castello di Spaltenna
Perched at 600 meters elevation in the Chianti hills, Castello di Spaltenna commands sweeping views across Tuscan vineyards, cypress groves, and rolling countryside.
This 11th-century fortress hotel rises from the landscape as a stone testament to medieval architecture, its towers and crenellated walls framing guests in authentic Italian history.
Renaissance frescoes and Renaissance gardens frame ceremonies against one of Tuscany's most dramatic hilltop backdrops.
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Amazing place. The rooms are great and the view at breakfast across vines and olive groves will never get old. Gaiole is a lovely village and plenty of quality vineyard tours in the vicinity.
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Getting there
- Nearest airport
- FLR, 90 min by carAisle estimate
Venue highlights
- Medieval castle dating to 1100s with original stone fortifications and defensive towers
- 600-meter elevation providing 360-degree views of Chianti wine region and Val d'Orcia
- On-site accommodation with 35 rooms allowing guests to stay within the castle walls
- Two restaurants serving Tuscan cuisine, including a Michelin-recognized kitchen
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
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- 4:00 PMGuest arrival and check-in; welcome aperitivo on castle terrace overlooking vineyards
- 8:00 PMRehearsal dinner in castle restaurant or private dining room
- 10:00 AMPre-ceremony breakfast for wedding party; guest arrival and seating begins
- 4:00 PMCeremony on castle terrace or garden with vineyard backdrop
- 5:30 PMCocktail hour and aperitivos on multiple terrace levels
- 7:30 PMReception dinner with Tuscan multi-course menu and wine pairings
- 11:00 PMDancing and late-night celebration in castle halls
- 10:00 AMFarewell brunch before guest departures
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- FLR · about 1 h 30 by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Florence Amerigo Vespucci Airport.
- Typical total
- €25,000-60,000+Aisle estimate
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€25,000-60,000+ for 50 guests (2-night stay, ceremony, reception, accommodations)
- Ceremony fee
- €2,000-4,000Aisle estimate
- Reception
- €80-150 a headAisle estimate
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€80-150 (food/beverage)
- Room rate
- €250-450 a nightAisle estimate
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€250-450 per room
- Weather window
- June – September
The months the weather is kindest. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 0577 749483
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Multi-night stays receive accommodation discounts. Wine selections and menu upgrades affect per-head costs. Ceremony setup and venue rental fees separate from catering.
Questions about the venue
Can we hold both ceremony and reception at the castle?+
Yes. The venue offers multiple outdoor terraces and indoor halls suitable for ceremonies and receptions, with the flexibility to use different spaces for each event.
What's the guest accommodation situation?+
Castello di Spaltenna has 35 rooms within the property, allowing most or all wedding guests to stay on-site. Additional accommodations are available in nearby Gaiole in Chianti.
Are there catering options?+
The castle operates two on-site restaurants with Tuscan-focused menus. Couples can arrange private dining experiences or work with the culinary team for custom wedding menus.
Can we arrange pre-wedding activities for guests?+
The location is ideal for wine tours, cooking classes, and excursions through Chianti. The hotel can coordinate activities and transportation for arriving guests.
Could this be your venue?
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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.