Hotel

Hotel Excelsior

07024 La Maddalena OT, Italy, Italy25–140 guests$$$

Type:Hotel

Capacity:25–140 guests

Budget:$$$

Airport:Costa Smeralda Airport (OLB), Approximately 90 minutes to ferry terminal, then 50 minutes by ferry

Hotel Excelsior sits on La Maddalena, a Sardinian archipelago island accessible only by ferry, which naturally limits your guest list and creates built-in intimacy. The 4.4-star hotel offers both ceremony and reception spaces with views of the Mediterranean, plus on-site accommodations that keep guests together throughout the celebration. Logistics matter here—factor in ferry schedules when planning your timeline.

Highlights

Located on La Maddalena island, reachable only by 50-minute ferry from Palau
4.4 Google rating with established hospitality infrastructure
Mediterranean views from ceremony and reception venues
On-site hotel accommodations available for guests during stay
Website: excelsiormaddalena.com for full details and contact

Quick facts

Capacity25–140 guests

Venue typeHotel

Price range$$$

LocationItaly

Nearest airportOLB

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Plan your wedding at Hotel Excelsior

Getting there

Costa Smeralda Airport (OLB)

Approximately 90 minutes to ferry terminal, then 50 minutes by ferry to venue

Rental car

€40–70 per day depending on vehicle size

1 hour · Drive from Costa Smeralda Airport to Palau ferry terminal (approximately 60 km, scenic coastal route)

Ferry

€10–15 per person, round-trip

50 minutes · Palau to La Maddalena (multiple daily departures)

Private transfer

Contact hotel for pricing

90 minutes total · Book through hotel; includes airport pickup and ferry transfer

Cost estimate

Ceremony / venue fee

Not publicly listed; contact hotel directly

Reception (per guest)

€65–120 (typical range for Sardinian island venues; confirm with Excelsior)

Accommodation (per night)

€100–200 per room depending on season and room type

Estimated total

€8,000–25,000+ for 50–100 guests including accommodation, catering, and venue

Island location increases overall costs due to ferry transport and limited vendor options. Book well in advance (6–12 months) to secure dates and negotiate group rates on accommodations.

Sample wedding weekend

Friday evening

Guests arrive and ferry to island; welcome dinner or informal reception

Saturday

10:00 AM—Ceremony (morning light, cooler temperatures)

1:00 PM—Cocktail hour on terrace or beach

3:00 PM—Reception dinner and dancing

Sunday morning

Casual breakfast or brunch before guests depart

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

Frequently asked questions

How do guests get to the island?

Guests take a ferry from Palau to La Maddalena (approximately 50 minutes). Hotel Excelsior can advise on ferry schedules and can help coordinate group bookings or provide transportation details for your wedding party.

What time of year is best for a wedding here?

Late April through October offers the most reliable weather and ferry schedules. Summer months (July-August) are popular but busier; shoulder seasons provide better light and fewer crowds.

Can the hotel accommodate a large wedding?

Contact the hotel directly at excelsiormaddalena.com to discuss capacity limits, available event spaces, and current availability for your guest count.

Are catering and accommodations included?

The hotel offers on-site catering and room packages, but pricing varies. Request a detailed quote from their events team specifying guest count and date.