Eremo Della Giubiliana
Eremo Della Giubiliana stands apart as a working monastery-turned-hotel in southeastern Sicily, offering ceremonies within consecrated spaces that few destinations can match.
Eremo Della Giubiliana 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. Best months: April, June, July, October.
About Eremo Della Giubiliana
Eremo Della Giubiliana stands apart as a working monastery-turned-hotel in southeastern Sicily, offering ceremonies within consecrated spaces that few destinations can match.
This 12th-century hermitage combines religious authenticity with hospitality, allowing couples to marry in a setting that predates modern wedding venues by centuries.
The property's isolation on the SP25 countryside ensures privacy while maintaining access to Ragusa's baroque architecture and Sicilian culture.
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Eremo della Giubiliana was one of the most memorable places I’ve ever stayed. A peaceful, countryside retreat with a beautifully preserved medieval feel. The building had so much character, and every detail felt thoughtful and authentic.
Anais Han · read the whole review on Google →Capacity, rooms and facilities
Staying over
- Whole property to yourselves
- Yes
The ceremony
- Legal ceremony on site
- Yes
- Outdoor ceremony
- Yes
Money
- Price
- €150 to €260 per headAisle estimate
House rules
- Exclusive use required
- No
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- CTA, 90 min by carAisle estimate
The spaces
- Indoors or out
- Both
- Setting
- Countryside, historic, elegant
Food and drink
- In-house catering
- Yes
Venue highlights
- 12th-century monastery with original consecrated chapel available for Catholic ceremonies
- On-site 4-star hotel accommodates 80+ guests with 30 rooms spanning the restored hermitage complex
- Located 7.5km from Ragusa city center, providing proximity to UNESCO World Heritage baroque towns
- Google rating of 4.6/5 reflects consistent guest satisfaction across hospitality and event services
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
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- 3:00 PMGuest check-in; welcome aperitivo in monastery courtyard
- 8:00 PMRehearsal dinner in on-site restaurant (optional)
- 8:00 AMBride/groom preparation in private suites
- 11:00 AMCeremony in 12th-century chapel or garden
- 1:00 PMCocktail hour in courtyard with Sicilian appetizers
- 2:30 PMReception dinner in restaurant or garden pavilion
- 10:00 PMDancing/celebrations (music until midnight)
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- CTA · about 1 h 30 by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Catania Fontanarossa Airport.
- Typical total
- €18,000-35,000Aisle estimate
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€18,000-35,000 (50-guest wedding with 2-night stay, ceremony, reception, breakfast)
- Ceremony fee
- €2,000-3,500Aisle estimate
- Reception
- €85-150 a headAisle estimate
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€85-150 (includes multi-course Sicilian dinner, service, local wine)
- Room rate
- €180-280 a nightAisle estimate
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€180-280 (4-star room; discounted rates for wedding guest blocks)
- Weather window
- June – July
The months the weather is kindest, with April and October mild too. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 0932 669119
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Pricing excludes external vendors (florals, photography, entertainment). Venue offers package deals that bundle accommodation, catering, and ceremony space. Minimum spend varies by season; summer commands higher rates.
Questions about the venue
Can non-Catholic couples marry here?+
The chapel is consecrated for Catholic ceremonies. Civil ceremonies and blessings for interfaith couples can be arranged in alternative venue spaces on the grounds.
What is the guest capacity?+
The property accommodates 20-150 guests depending on ceremony and reception configuration. On-site lodging is available for up to 80 guests in the hotel's 30 rooms.
What dining options are included?+
Eremo della Giubiliana operates an on-site restaurant featuring Sicilian cuisine. Wedding packages typically include customized menus for rehearsal dinners, ceremonies, and receptions.
What is the nearest airport?+
Catania Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) is 90km away with a 90-minute drive. Smaller regional airport Comiso (CIY) is 35km away with a 40-minute transfer.
Are outdoor ceremonies available?+
Yes. Ceremonies can be held in the chapel, courtyard, or gardens depending on season and guest count. The property offers flexibility between indoor and outdoor spaces.
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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
Whole property to yourselves: Yes
“Su richiesta è possibile prenotare alcune camere per gli invitati o riservare l’intero Eremo in esclusiva, avendo così tutti gli spazi interni ed esterni a completa disposizione.”
Read the source for whole property to yourselvesLegal ceremony on site: Yes
“È possibile celebrare il rito civile nel giardino o nei cortili interni, organizzare aperitivi all’aperto, musica dal vivo e pernottamenti dedicati per sposi e invitati.”
Read the source for legal ceremony on siteOutdoor ceremony: Yes
“È possibile celebrare il rito civile nel giardino o nei cortili interni, organizzare aperitivi all’aperto, musica dal vivo e pernottamenti dedicati per sposi e invitati.”
Read the source for outdoor ceremonyIn-house catering: Yes
“Tutto è gestito internamente: cucina, servizio, allestimenti e selezione musicale.”
Read the source for in-house cateringExclusive use required: No
“Su richiesta è possibile prenotare alcune camere per gli invitati o riservare l’intero Eremo in esclusiva, avendo così tutti gli spazi interni ed esterni a completa disposizione.”
Read the source for exclusive use requiredIndoors or out: Both
“Su richiesta è possibile prenotare alcune camere per gli invitati o riservare l’intero Eremo in esclusiva, avendo così tutti gli spazi interni ed esterni a completa disposizione.”
Read the source for indoors or outSetting: Countryside, historic, elegant
“Ogni ambiente è diverso, accogliente e silenzioso, pensato per un soggiorno rilassante nella campagna iblea.”
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