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De Stefano Palace LuxuryHotel

De Stefano Palace streamlines destination wedding logistics by offering accommodations, dining, and event spaces under one roof in southeastern Sicily.

Ceremony
20 seated
Reception
150 seated
Nearest airport
CTA · 90 minutes
Price range
$$$
Rating
4.4 /5 · 256

De Stefano Palace Luxury Hotel is a hotel destination wedding venue in Ragusa, Italy, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Catania Fontanarossa Airport (CTA), 90 minutes.

01 · In a sentence

De Stefano Palace Luxury Hotel in Ragusa.

De Stefano Palace streamlines destination wedding logistics by offering accommodations, dining, and event spaces under one roof in southeastern Sicily.

Located in Ragusa's historic center, the hotel eliminates vendor coordination headaches by providing both ceremony and reception venues on-site.

With 4.3-star ratings, the property delivers consistent hospitality across your multi-day celebration.

All in all a good place to stay while visiting Ragusa and Ibla. The room doors are not soundproof and let the light of the hallway shine through on all sides - I‘d recommend to ask if this has been addressed before booking.

Gregory Limburg
02 · What sets it apart

4 notes, from the desk.

Note 01

All-inclusive venue: ceremony space, reception hall, and 40+ guest rooms on one property

Note 02

Located in UNESCO-listed Ragusa, a baroque town in Val di Noto requiring minimal external vendor sourcing

Note 03

On-site dining allows simplified catering coordination and multi-day event programming

Note 04

Professional events team handles logistics, freeing couples to focus on guest experience

04 · Hold a date

Check availability.

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May 2026
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Choose a day from the calendar.

We hold dates in pencil. A first note comes back within two business days.

05 · A sample weekend

How the weekend usually runs.

Yours will be different — nothing below is required. Every planning begins with the three meals you most want to eat, and builds outward.

Friday evening · day 01
  • 6:00 PMGuest arrival; check-in; welcome dinner at hotel restaurant
Saturday morning · day 02
  • 10:00 AMRehearsal in ceremony space
Saturday afternoon · day 03
  • 4:00 PMGuest arrival; aperitivo on terrace
06 · Practical

Things worth knowing.

Getting there

CTA · 90 minutes

Guests fly into Catania Fontanarossa Airport. The desk arranges every transfer.

Typical total

€18,000–35,000

Prices exclude beverages beyond included wine, decorations, photography, and DJ. High season (May–September) commands premium rates. Request custom proposal for specific guest count and menu preferences.

Ceremony fee

€1,500–3,000

A one-time licence and setup fee, paid to the venue.

Reception

€85–150 / head

A seated dinner with wine and service, by headcount.

Room rate

€120–250 / night

A standard room in the wedding window. Group rates on request.

Direct line

0932 682872

Answered by the venue in local hours. The desk picks up otherwise.

07 · Questions

Asked along the way.

Can we have both ceremony and reception at the hotel?+

Yes. De Stefano Palace offers dedicated ceremony and reception spaces, allowing you to host both events without changing locations or coordinating multiple venues.

How many guests can the venue accommodate?+

The hotel can host ceremonies and receptions for 20–150 guests depending on space configuration and setup preferences.

What if guests need overnight accommodations?+

The property has 40+ rooms available, allowing out-of-town guests to stay on-site. This simplifies logistics and extends your celebration across multiple days.

Is the location easy to reach from an airport?+

Catania Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) is approximately 90 minutes away by car or private transfer, making it accessible for international guests.

What if we want activities for multi-day events?+

Ragusa's baroque architecture, museums, and nearby Modica village offer built-in guest experiences. The hotel team can arrange guided tours and local excursions.

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Hold dates at De Stefano Palace Luxury Hotel.

A note to the desk with a rough season and guest count. We hold dates in pencil for three weeks before confirmation. A reply comes within two business days, from a person by name.