Château Saint-Martin & Spa — destination wedding venue in 06140 Vence, France
Hotel

Château Saint-Martin & Spa

06140 Vence, France, France20150 guests$$$
Type:Hotel
Capacity:20150 guests
Budget:$$$
Airport:Nice Côte d'Azur Airport (NCE), 45 minutes

Arriving at Château Saint-Martin & Spa, guests traverse tree-lined pathways before entering a 14th-century castle transformed into a luxury retreat, where terracotta rooftops frame Mediterranean gardens and modern suites await. The 40-acre estate becomes your private venue—guests experience fine dining in stone-walled restaurants, spa treatments between events, and accommodation steps from ceremony and reception spaces. Rated 4.8/5, this Relais & Châteaux property delivers a multi-day immersion rather than a single evening.

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Highlights

  • 40-acre private estate with 14th-century castle architecture and manicured Mediterranean gardens
  • 67 suites and rooms on-site; guests sleep where they celebrate, eliminating hotel logistics
  • Michelin-trained culinary team; restaurant menus customizable for dietary requirements across 200+ guest capacity
  • Full-service spa allows wedding-day treatments for bridal parties and guest relaxation between events
  • Multiple ceremony backdrops including castle courtyard, garden terraces, and chapel with original stonework

Quick facts

Capacity20150 guests
Venue typeHotel
Price range$$$
LocationFrance
Nearest airportNCE

Plan your wedding at Château Saint-Martin & Spa

Getting there

Nice Côte d'Azur Airport (NCE)

45 minutes to venue

Private car transfer

€80–150 per vehicle (negotiable for group rates)

45–60 minutes depending on traffic · Hotel arranges luxury sedan or van transfer from Nice airport to château

Self-drive rental

Rental car ~€50–80/day plus fuel and parking

45 minutes from airport · GPS coordinates: 43.5817, 7.0389. Approach via Route de Coursegoules; signage from main road clear

Cost estimate

Ceremony / venue fee

Included with venue rental (typically €3,000–6,000 depending on guest count and space)

Reception (per guest)

€120–200 per person for multi-course dinner with wine; premium menus €200–280

Accommodation (per night)

€250–600 per room depending on suite category and season

Estimated total

€35,000–80,000+ for 50 guests (2-night event), €60,000–150,000+ for 100 guests

Pricing is bespoke; request formal quote from hotel. High season (May–Sept) carries 15–20% premium. Spa treatments, transportation, and activities billed separately. Venue rental typically waived if food/beverage spend meets threshold.

Sample wedding weekend

Friday (arrival)

4:00 PMGuests arrive; check-in begins. Welcome cocktail in garden courtyard.

Friday

7:30 PMDinner in main restaurant or private dining room.

Saturday

9:00 AMBridal party spa treatments (massage, facial); groom's party activity (wine tasting, pool).
3:00 PMCeremony in castle courtyard or chapel.
4:00 PMCocktail hour in Mediterranean gardens.
7:00 PMReception dinner in main hall or marquee; dancing until midnight.

Sunday

10:00 AMFarewell brunch; guests depart or extend stay.

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

Frequently asked questions

Can we have both ceremony and reception at the venue?
Yes. The castle offers multiple indoor and outdoor spaces—ceremony in the courtyard or chapel, cocktails in gardens, reception in the dining hall or under tent on the grounds.
What's included in the room rate for guests?
Accommodation includes breakfast. Spa access, dinner, and activities are à la carte or can be bundled into wedding packages negotiated directly with the hotel.
How far is the nearest airport?
Nice Côte d'Azur Airport (NCE) is 45 minutes away. The hotel arranges private car transfers; allow 1 hour door-to-door.
What's the guest capacity?
The venue accommodates 20–150 guests depending on configuration and space selection.
Are there bad weather contingencies?
All indoor spaces have climate control. Marquees and covered terraces provide backup for outdoor ceremonies and receptions.

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