Grand Hotel Baglioni
Guests arrive at this five-star Renaissance palace overlooking Florence's main piazza, where marble staircases and frescoed ceilings set the tone for celebration.
Grand Hotel Baglioni is a hotel destination wedding venue in Firenze, Italy, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Amerigo Vespucci Airport (Peretola) (FLR), 15 minutes by car. Best months: April, June, July, August.
About Grand Hotel Baglioni
Guests arrive at this five-star Renaissance palace overlooking Florence's main piazza, where marble staircases and frescoed ceilings set the tone for celebration.
The hotel's 196 rooms and suites provide on-site accommodation for your entire party, eliminating the logistics of scattered lodging.
From the elegant salons to the rooftop terrace with Duomo views, every moment unfolds within a single storied address in the city.
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Nothing is reserved until the venue confirms. A first note comes back within two business days.
We stayed here as part of an anniversary trip. The hotel itself is very nice and really lent itself to an upscale + proper Italian vibe over staying with a major hotel chain. Lobby is gorgeous.
Kellon Musgrove · read the whole review on Google →Capacity, rooms and facilities
Staying over
- Room types
- 17 listed
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- FLR, 15 min by carAisle estimate
The spaces
- Event spaces
- Banquet room
Venue highlights
- Located on Piazza dell'Unità Italiana with direct views of Florence's historic center
- 196 guest rooms and suites available for destination wedding parties
- Multiple event spaces including frescoed ballrooms and a rooftop terrace with Duomo vistas
- On-site fine dining restaurant and spa facilities for guest amenities
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
See the day-by-day outline+
Use this as a starting point and adapt it to your bookings and guests.
- Afternoon/EveningGuest arrivals; welcome reception in lobby lounge or rooftop terrace
- 10:00 AMHair and makeup in bridal suite
- 3:00 PMCeremony in Grand Ballroom or rooftop terrace
- 4:00 PMCocktail hour in Renaissance Hall with passed hors d'oeuvres
- 6:00 PMSeated reception dinner in main ballroom
- 10:00 AMFarewell breakfast in hotel dining room
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- FLR · about 15 min by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Amerigo Vespucci Airport (Peretola).
- Typical total
- $15,000-35,000+Aisle estimate
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$15,000-35,000+ for 50 guests with full-service wedding package (2-night minimum, including ceremonies, reception, and guest rooms)
- Ceremony fee
- $1,500-3,000Aisle estimate
- Reception
- $80-150 a headAisle estimate
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$80-150 (food and beverage)
- Room rate
- $200-500 a nightAisle estimate
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$200-500 depending on room category
- 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
- 055 23580
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Pricing is customizable. Hotel typically requires 25% deposit upon booking. Includes day-of coordination, setup/breakdown, and service staff. Additional costs: florals, photography, music/DJ, and extended guest room blocks negotiated separately.
Questions about the venue
What is the guest capacity for ceremonies and receptions?+
The hotel accommodates 20-150 guests depending on space configuration. The Grand Ballroom holds up to 150 for seated dinners, while smaller salons work for intimate ceremonies.
Are accommodations included or discounted for wedding guests?+
Yes. The hotel offers group rates for wedding parties. Guest room blocks are negotiated directly with the events team, typically including suite upgrades for the couple.
What outdoor wedding options exist?+
The rooftop terrace is an open-air venue with Duomo views, weather permitting. Indoor backup spaces are available adjacent to outdoor areas.
How far is the venue from Florence's main airport?+
Amerigo Vespucci Airport is 4 miles away, roughly 15 minutes by car or taxi. The hotel can arrange transfers for arriving guests.
What catering and menu options are offered?+
In-house culinary team provides Italian and international menus. Wine pairings feature Tuscan selections. Dietary accommodations and custom menus are available upon request.
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.
Sources for individual venue facts
Room types: 17 listed
“Deluxe Family Room”
Read the source for room typesEvent spaces: Banquet room
“Meeting/banquet facilities”
Read the source for event spaces