Hotel

Excelsior Palace Hotel

16035 Rapallo GE, Italy, Italy30–150 guests$$$

Type:Hotel

Capacity:30–150 guests

Budget:$$$

Airport:Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport (GOA), 30-40 minutes

Perched on the Ligurian coastline near Portofino, Excelsior Palace Hotel commands panoramic views of the Tigullio Gulf from its clifftop position in Rapallo. The Belle Époque structure rises above the Mediterranean, offering ceremony spaces with unobstructed sea vistas and terraces where receptions flow between indoor salons and open-air settings overlooking the water. The hotel's 110+ rooms provide on-site accommodation for guests arriving from across Europe.

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Highlights

Clifftop location with panoramic Tigullio Gulf views from ceremony and reception spaces
110+ guest rooms available for destination wedding attendees
Direct access to private beach facilities and waterfront terraces
Belle Époque architecture dating to the early 1900s with period elegance
Located 5km from Portofino and 30 minutes from Genoa international airport

Quick facts

Capacity30–150 guests

Venue typeHotel

Price range$$$

LocationItaly

Nearest airportGOA

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Plan your wedding at Excelsior Palace Hotel

Getting there

Genoa Cristoforo Colombo Airport (GOA)

30-40 minutes to venue

Private car transfer

€60-90 per vehicle

30-40 minutes · Hotel arranges transfers; scenic coastal route via A12 highway

Rental car

€40-70 per day

30-40 minutes · Drive from airport through Genoa and along Ligurian coast to Rapallo

Train + shuttle

€5-8 train + €15-25 shuttle

60 minutes total · Train from Genoa to Rapallo (40 minutes), hotel pickup available

Cost estimate

Ceremony / venue fee

€2,500-4,500

Reception (per guest)

€120-200

Accommodation (per night)

€150-350

Estimated total

€15,000-40,000+ for 50-100 guests including 2 nights

Ceremony and reception fees vary by season and guest count. Accommodation represents bulk of cost for destination weddings. Menu customization, wine selections, and décor upgrades available separately.

Sample wedding weekend

Friday

14:00-18:00Guest arrival; check-in and welcome aperitivo on terrace

19:30Welcome dinner at hotel restaurant

Saturday

10:00-11:00Pre-wedding preparations and photography

11:30Ceremony on main terrace overlooking gulf

12:30-14:00Aperitivo and cocktail reception on terraces

14:30-18:00Reception lunch with sea views

Sunday

10:00-12:00Farewell brunch before guest departures

This is a sample itinerary. Your wedding weekend can be fully customized.

Frequently asked questions

What is the maximum guest capacity?

The hotel can accommodate up to 150 guests across its various event spaces and dining areas.

Are accommodations included with venue rental?

Room rates are separate from venue fees. Guests book rooms directly; the hotel offers group rates for wedding parties.

What outdoor ceremony options exist?

Multiple terraces overlook the gulf. Ceremonies can be arranged on the main terrace or in manicured garden areas with sea backdrops.

What is the best season to book?

April-June and September-October offer ideal Mediterranean weather. July-August can be warm; winter months (November-February) may have unpredictable coastal conditions.

How far is the venue from Genoa Airport?

Approximately 30 minutes by car via the A12 highway. Direct transfers and car rental are readily available.