Hotel Antico Convento • Ritiro ConVista
Perched on the hillside of Ragusa in southeastern Sicily, Hotel Antico Convento offers commanding views across the Val di Noto UNESCO heritage landscape.
- Ceremony
- 25 seated
- Reception
- 150 seated
- Nearest airport
- CIY · 45 minutes
- Open season
- May – October
- Price range
- $$$
- Rating
- 4.4 /5 · 208
Hotel Antico Convento • Ritiro Con Vista is a hotel destination wedding venue in Ragusa, Italy, hosting 25 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Comiso Airport (CIY), 45 minutes. Best months: May, June, July, October.
Hotel Antico Convento • Ritiro Con Vista in Ragusa, open May–October.
Perched on the hillside of Ragusa in southeastern Sicily, Hotel Antico Convento offers commanding views across the Val di Noto UNESCO heritage landscape.
The restored 18th-century convent building commands elevation that frames the Baroque architecture and rolling countryside below.
Stone terraces and period details provide an authentic Sicilian backdrop for ceremonies and receptions.
Such an interesting concept! The team was so helpful and friendly. Rooms were huge with big bathroom area. Dinner in the main floor was great.
4 notes, from the desk.
Historic convent conversion dating to the 1700s with original architectural character intact
Elevated position provides panoramic sightlines across UNESCO-listed Val di Noto valley
On-site hotel accommodates up to 150 guests with overnight lodging in converted convent rooms
Licensed civil ceremony space within the restored convent chapel structure
Best held in May, June, July.
The months the weather — and the local rhythm — is kindest to a stay at Hotel Antico Convento • Ritiro Con Vista.
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.
- 5:00 PM - 8:00 PMGuest arrival, check-in at hotel, welcome aperitivo on terrace
- 10:00 AM - 11:00 AMCeremony in convent chapel
- 11:30 AM - 1:30 PMCocktail reception on main terrace with valley views
- 2:00 PM - 6:00 PMSeated lunch reception in dining hall
- 7:00 PM - 11:00 PMEvening dinner and dancing on secondary terrace or indoor hall
- 9:00 AMFarewell breakfast; guest checkout
Things worth knowing.
CIY · 45 minutes
Guests fly into Comiso Airport. The desk arranges every transfer.
€18,000-35,000
Pricing varies by season; consult venue directly for custom packages. Off-season (November-March) rates typically 20-30% lower. Minimum guest count not publicly specified; direct inquiry recommended for smaller events.
€1,200-2,000
A one-time licence and setup fee, paid to the venue.
€85-140 / head
A seated dinner with wine and service, by headcount.
€120-200 / night
A standard room in the wedding window. Group rates on request.
May – October
4 viable months. Shoulder dates soften the light and the rates.
Asked along the way.
Can ceremonies be held outdoors?+
Yes, the property offers both indoor chapel space and outdoor terrace settings with valley views. Weather contingency options are available within the convent structure.
What is the guest accommodation capacity?+
The hotel contains 27 rooms across the converted convent building, allowing guests to stay on-site throughout the wedding weekend.
Are there restrictions on wedding dates or timing?+
The venue operates year-round. Peak season runs April through October. Off-season rates may offer cost flexibility for winter dates.
What catering options are available?+
The hotel manages in-house catering with Sicilian and Mediterranean cuisine. External catering is not typically permitted due to kitchen facility constraints.
Is the venue accessible by vehicle?+
Yes, vehicles access the property via Viale Margherita with dedicated parking. The convent sits on an incline; some terraces involve interior stairs or slight grade changes.
Hold dates at Hotel Antico Convento • Ritiro Con Vista.
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.