Etna Palace Ricevimenti e Banqueting
Located in Sicily's volcanic heartland, Etna Palace Ricevimenti e Banqueting operates as a full-service restaurant and event space where you can host your ceremony and reception under one roof, eliminating logistics headaches.
Etna Palace Ricevimenti e Banqueting is a restaurant destination wedding venue in Santa Maria di Licodia, Italy, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Catania Fontanarossa Airport (CTA), Approximately 50-60 minutes. Best months: April, June, July, August.
About Etna Palace Ricevimenti e Banqueting
Located in Sicily's volcanic heartland, Etna Palace Ricevimenti e Banqueting operates as a full-service restaurant and event space where you can host your ceremony and reception under one roof, eliminating logistics headaches.
The venue's 4.4/5 Google rating reflects consistent execution across multiple weddings annually.
With on-site dining capabilities, you'll have direct control over your menu and service flow.
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Choose a day from the calendar.
Nothing is reserved until the venue confirms. A first note comes back within two business days.
We had the most beautiful wedding we could imagine. The credit goes to all the staff at Etna Palace, professional and friendly people, always with a smile.
Mariarosa Scalisi · read the whole review on Google →Capacity, rooms and facilities
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- CTA, 60 min by carAisle estimate
Venue highlights
- Restaurant-based venue eliminating need for separate ceremony and reception locations
- Google rating of 4.4/5 based on multiple guest reviews
- Located in Santa Maria di Licodia, approximately 45 minutes from Mount Etna's summit
- Full banqueting kitchen on premises for customized menu development
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
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Use this as a starting point and adapt it to your bookings and guests.
- EveningGuest arrival and welcome dinner at nearby accommodations
- 2:00 PMGuest arrival and aperitivo at Etna Palace
- 3:00 PMCeremony in venue's designated space
- 4:00 PMCocktail reception and photos
- 5:30 PMSeated dinner service begins
- 10:00 PMDessert, toasts, dancing
- Morning/AfternoonOptional group breakfast or departure
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- CTA · about 1 h by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Catania Fontanarossa Airport.
- Typical total
- €3,500-8,000+Aisle estimate
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€3,500-8,000+ depending on guest count (50-100 guests) and menu selections
- Ceremony fee
- On request
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Contact venue for specific ceremony space pricing
- Reception
- €45-75 a headAisle estimate
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€45-75 per guest estimated (typical Sicilian banqueting range; confirm directly)
- Room rate
- €60-120 a nightAisle estimate
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€60-120 per night in nearby hotels; €50-90 in agriturismos
- Weather window
- June – August
The months the weather is kindest, with April mild too. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 392 933 0530
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Pricing is indicative. Request a formal quote from http://www.etnapalacebanqueting.com/ with your specific date, guest count, and menu preferences. Seasonal rates may apply.
Questions about the venue
Can we hold both ceremony and reception here?+
Yes. As a restaurant with banqueting facilities, Etna Palace accommodates both ceremonies and receptions in-house, simplifying vendor coordination and guest flow.
What's the typical guest count range?+
The venue accommodates 20-150 guests, with flexibility for intimate dinners or larger celebrations.
Can we customize the menu?+
As an operating restaurant with banqueting services, the kitchen develops customized menus. Contact the venue directly at http://www.etnapalacebanqueting.com/ for specific dietary and regional cuisine options.
What's the closest airport?+
Catania Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) is approximately 50km away, with roughly 1-hour transfer time by car or private driver.
Is there on-site accommodation?+
The venue is a restaurant/banqueting space. However, Santa Maria di Licodia has nearby hotels and agriturismos within 5-15km for guest lodging.
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.