Etna Palace Ricevimenti eBanqueting
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.
- Ceremony
- 20 seated
- Reception
- 150 seated
- Nearest airport
- CTA · Approximately 50-60 minutes
- Open season
- April – August
- Price range
- $$$
- Rating
- 4.4 /5 · 346
Etna Palace Ricevimenti e Banqueting is a restaurant destination wedding venue in Santa Maria di Licodia, Italy, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Catania Fontanarossa Airport (CTA), Approximately 50-60 minutes. Best months: April, June, July, August.
Etna Palace Ricevimenti e Banqueting in Santa Maria di Licodia, open April–August.
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.
An elegant place for any occasion, beautiful....! And it shows as you can see from the photos! We ate there, super Valentine's Day menu, that is yesterday... what can I say, simply amazing from the polite staff, to the owner, Carmelo, and his whole family, who are incredibly kind, they satisfied us in everything... they know how to do it great! We had fun, we even danced, we ate great, everything was excellent, fresh, prepared on the spot, authentic food! So the eye also wants its part... see you next time 😘
4 notes, from the desk.
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
Best held in April, June, July.
The months the weather — and the local rhythm — is kindest to a stay at Etna Palace Ricevimenti e Banqueting.
Check availability.
Choose a day from the calendar.
We hold dates in pencil. A first note comes back within two business days.
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.
- 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
Things worth knowing.
CTA · Approximately 50-60 minutes
Guests fly into Catania Fontanarossa Airport. The desk arranges every transfer.
€3,500-8,000
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.
Contact venue for specific ceremony space pricing
A one-time licence and setup fee, paid to the venue.
€45-75 / head
A seated dinner with wine and service, by headcount.
€60-120 / night
A standard room in the wedding window. Group rates on request.
April – August
4 viable months. Shoulder dates soften the light and the rates.
Asked along the way.
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.
Hold dates at Etna Palace Ricevimenti e Banqueting.
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.