Hotel Palazzo Squarcialupi - La Castellina
Guests arrive at this 4.7-star rated hotel in Castellina in Chianti to discover a Tuscan retreat where rolling vineyards frame every view and Renaissance architecture anchors the experience.
Hotel Palazzo Squarcialupi - La Castellina is a hotel destination wedding venue in Castellina in Chianti, Italy, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Florence Airport (Amerigo Vespucci) (FLR), 90 minutes. Best months: April, June, July, August.
About Hotel Palazzo Squarcialupi - La Castellina
Guests arrive at this 4.7-star rated hotel in Castellina in Chianti to discover a Tuscan retreat where rolling vineyards frame every view and Renaissance architecture anchors the experience.
The property's 22 rooms and suites accommodate intimate groups who explore wine cellars, dine on Tuscan cuisine, and wake to Chianti's countryside.
From arrival through departure, the hotel's staff orchestrates logistics so couples focus on their guests rather than details.
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Choose a day from the calendar.
Nothing is reserved until the venue confirms. A first note comes back within two business days.
Beautiful hotel and terrasse with a magnificient view for very good italian breakfast. Great helpful staff and room was impeccable. Location is perfect in historical center. We will come back anytime.
Sylvie Denault · read the whole review on Google →Capacity, rooms and facilities
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- FLR, 90 min by carAisle estimate
Venue highlights
- Located on Via Ferruccio in Castellina in Chianti, UNESCO-protected wine region with 15+ wineries within 5km
- 4.7 Google rating reflects consistent guest satisfaction across accommodations and service
- 22 on-site rooms allow guests to stay where they celebrate, eliminating travel between venue and hotel
- Private wine tastings available in hotel's cellars; sommelier can curate pairings for reception dinners
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
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Use this as a starting point and adapt it to your bookings and guests.
- 15:00Guest arrivals; check-in; welcome aperitivo in courtyard
- 10:00Optional wine tour or cooking class for interested guests
- 18:30Rehearsal and dinner for wedding party
- 16:00Ceremony on vineyard-facing terrace
- 17:30Cocktail hour with local wines and Tuscan bites
- 19:30Seated dinner and dancing until 23:00
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- FLR · about 1 h 30 by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Florence Airport (Amerigo Vespucci).
- Typical total
- €15,000–35,000Aisle estimate
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€15,000–€35,000 for 50–100 guests, 2-night minimum stay
- Ceremony fee
- €1,500–2,500Aisle estimate
- Reception
- €85–150 a headAisle estimate
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€85–€150 (food, beverage, service)
- Room rate
- €150–300 a nightAisle estimate
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€150–€300 (room rate; off-season lower)
- 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
- 0577 741186
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Wine experiences, external florals, and photography priced separately. Hotel may waive ceremony fee if reception reaches minimum spend.
Questions about the venue
What's included in the venue rental?+
Ceremony and reception spaces, tables, chairs, linens, and basic lighting. Catering, flowers, music, and photography are arranged separately or through the hotel's preferred vendors.
Can we book the entire hotel for our wedding?+
Yes. With 22 rooms, the property can be reserved exclusively for multi-day celebrations, allowing guests to stay on-site and enjoy group dinners and activities.
What's the closest airport?+
Florence Airport (FLR) is 70km away, approximately 90 minutes by car or private transfer. Siena is 30km south if you prefer a smaller regional airport.
Are there backup indoor spaces for bad weather?+
Yes. The hotel has covered terraces and interior halls that can be dressed for ceremonies and receptions in rain or extreme heat.
Can we arrange pre-wedding activities?+
Absolutely. Wine tours, truffle hunts, cooking classes, and guided Chianti visits can be organized for guests arriving days before the wedding.
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.