Hotel Villa Cipressi, by R Collection Hotels
Hotel Villa Cipressi sits directly on Lake Como's shoreline in Varenna, giving you immediate access to water views and boat transport logistics for ceremonies or receptions.
Hotel Villa Cipressi, by R Collection Hotels is a hotel destination wedding venue in Varenna, Italy, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Milan Malpensa International Airport (MXP), 90 minutes by car to Varenna. Best months: April, July, August, November.
About Hotel Villa Cipressi, by R Collection Hotels
Hotel Villa Cipressi sits directly on Lake Como's shoreline in Varenna, giving you immediate access to water views and boat transport logistics for ceremonies or receptions.
The 4-star property operates 40 rooms across a restored 19th-century villa, meaning you can house 80+ guests on-site without external accommodations.
This lakeside location eliminates the need for extensive transportation between ceremony, reception, and guest lodging.
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Nothing is reserved until the venue confirms. A first note comes back within two business days.
We stayed there for my daughter's wedding in July 2025. The wedding party had the whole hotel for nearly three days. The venue is spectacular, the staff was incredibly warm and accommodating, and the food and drinks were first-rate.
Keith Osbon · read the whole review on Google →Capacity, rooms and facilities
Staying over
- Room types
- 7 listed
Money
- Price
- €180 to €350 per headAisle estimate
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- MXP, 90 min by carAisle estimate
The spaces
- Event spaces
- Banquet room
- Setting
- Lakeside, historic, elegant
Food and drink
- In-house catering
- Yes
Venue highlights
- Waterfront property on Lake Como with private beach access and boat dock for ceremony arrivals
- 40 guest rooms available on-site, accommodating entire wedding parties in one location
- Historic 19th-century villa architecture with modern amenities and multiple indoor/outdoor event spaces
- Varenna village location provides authentic Italian Lombardy setting with local restaurants and attractions within walking distance
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.
- 6:00 PMGuest arrivals, check-in, welcome aperitivo on terrace
- 10:00 AMWedding ceremony (waterside or garden venue)
- 12:30 PMCocktail reception on beach or terrace
- 2:00 PMSeated reception dinner in villa dining room or outdoor pavilion
- 9:00 PMDancing and dessert service
- 11:00 AMFarewell brunch, guest departures
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- MXP · about 1 h 30 by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Milan Malpensa International Airport.
- Typical total
- €15,000-35,000Aisle estimate
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€15,000-35,000 for 60 guests, 2-night wedding weekend with 40 on-site rooms
- Ceremony fee
- €800-1,500Aisle estimate
- Reception
- €85-150 a headAisle estimate
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€85-150 (depending on menu and season)
- Room rate
- €200-350 a nightAisle estimate
See the full figure+
€200-350 (double room, varies by season)
- Weather window
- July – August
The months the weather is kindest, with April and November mild too. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 0341 830113
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Pricing is approximate and seasonal. Request formal proposal from hotel for exact costs. Group room rates typically available for 20+ nights.
Questions about the venue
Can we have a ceremony on the water or beach?+
Yes. The hotel's private beach and boat dock allow for waterside ceremonies or guest arrivals by boat from other Como locations. Confirm specific setup options and permits with the hotel directly.
How many guests can the venue accommodate?+
The property can host events ranging from intimate 20-person gatherings to approximately 150 guests across multiple indoor and terrace spaces.
What's included in room rates for wedding guests?+
Standard hotel amenities apply. Ask the hotel about wedding guest packages, group rates, or complimentary services for block bookings.
Are there outdoor reception spaces?+
The villa features lakeside terraces and garden areas. Weather backup plans and heating for cooler months should be discussed during venue consultation.
Can we bring our own catering?+
Contact the hotel regarding external catering policies. Most 4-star properties require in-house or approved vendors.
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: 7 listed
“Classic Double Room”
Read the source for room typesIn-house catering: Yes
“Il nostro chef, con maestria e passione, realizzerà il menù da voi selezionato.”
Read the source for in-house cateringEvent spaces: Banquet room
“Meeting/banquet facilities”
Read the source for event spacesSetting: Lakeside, historic, elegant
“Immersa in un incanto senza tempo, Villa Cipressi, intrisa di storia e bellezza, si affaccia direttamente sulle acque del lago di Como.”
Read the source for setting