Hotel Ancora Riviera is a hotel destination wedding venue in Lavagna, Italy, hosting 20 to 180 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Cristoforo Colombo Airport, Genoa (GOA), 50 minutes. Best months: June, July, August, November.
Hotel Ancora Riviera
Hotel Ancora Riviera occupies a restored 1920s Ligurian seaside villa that once served as a private aristocratic residence overlooking the Riviera di Levante.
About Hotel Ancora Riviera
Hotel Ancora Riviera occupies a restored 1920s Ligurian seaside villa that once served as a private aristocratic residence overlooking the Riviera di Levante.
The property was meticulously renovated in 2008 to preserve its belle époque architecture while introducing modern hospitality amenities.
Today it operates as a 4-star hotel offering 48 rooms across four floors, combining original period details with contemporary comfort for wedding events.
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Friendly staff, cozy room, decent location. Vintage vibe, excellent breakfast! Downside, you can hear the train if you are staying in a room on the street side.
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Getting there
- Nearest airport
- GOA, 50 min by carAisle estimate
Venue highlights
- Built in 1920 as a private villa; restored and reopened as hotel in 2008
- Direct access to Lavagna beach with 200+ meters of private waterfront
- 48-room capacity with on-site accommodation for up to 96 overnight guests
- Three event spaces: Grand Ballroom (180 capacity), Garden Terrace overlooking Ligurian Sea, and Biblioteca Lounge
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
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- 3:00 PMGuest arrival; check-in and welcome cocktail on Garden Terrace
- 10:00 AMCeremony setup; beach terrace decorated
- 3:00 PMCeremony begins (beach terrace or indoor ballroom)
- 4:00 PMCocktail hour; garden and terrace reception area
- 6:30 PMDinner service; Grand Ballroom or outdoor terrace
- 10:00 PMDancing and evening entertainment
- 11:00 AMFarewell brunch (optional add-on)
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- GOA · about 50 min by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Cristoforo Colombo Airport, Genoa.
- Typical total
- €15,000–35,000Aisle estimate
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€15,000–35,000 (100-guest wedding, mid-range menu, 2-night guest stay)
- Ceremony fee
- €800–1,200Aisle estimate
- Reception
- €85–145 a headAisle estimate
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€85–145 (depending on menu tier and season)
- Room rate
- €120–280 a nightAisle estimate
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€120–280 (standard to suite rooms)
- Weather window
- June – August
The months the weather is kindest, with November mild too. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 0185 308580
Answered by the venue in local hours.
High season (June–August) pricing 15–20% above estimate. Mandatory gratuity and service charges apply. Weekend rates higher than weekday.
Questions about the venue
What is the nearest airport?+
Cristoforo Colombo Airport (GOA) in Genoa is 40 kilometers away, approximately 50 minutes by car or shuttle service.
Can we marry on the beach?+
The hotel coordinates civil ceremonies at the private beach terrace; religious ceremonies require an authorized officiant and must follow Italian civil law requirements.
What is included in wedding packages?+
Packages typically include venue rental, table settings, basic décor, ceremony coordination, and catering staff. Floral arrangements, photography, and entertainment are booked separately.
What is the guest accommodation capacity?+
The hotel has 48 rooms (96 bed capacity). For larger wedding parties, sister properties in Lavagna are available at preferred group rates.
Is the venue suitable for outdoor events?+
Yes; the Garden Terrace accommodates up to 120 guests with sea views. Weather backup is the Grand Ballroom.
Could this be your venue?
Ask about your plans, pricing and availability. You do not need a fixed date yet.
Still deciding? Elena is Aisle’s AI wedding planner. Give her a month and a guest count and she will forecast the budget, work out how your guests would travel, and put a first plan on paper. No account needed.
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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.