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 up to 150 guests (Aisle estimate) 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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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
Money
- Price
- €70 to €110 per headAisle estimate
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.
- 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.
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 pricing and availability for the month you have in mind. You do not need a fixed date.
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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.