Hotel Villa Giarona is a villa destination wedding venue in Pontenure, Italy, hosting 20 to 700 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Parma Airport (PMF), 45 minutes.
Hotel Villa Giarona
Hotel Villa Giarona occupies a restored 1930s farmhouse in the Emilia-Romagna countryside near Pontenure, commanding views across the Piacenza plain.
About Hotel Villa Giarona
Hotel Villa Giarona occupies a restored 1930s farmhouse in the Emilia-Romagna countryside near Pontenure, commanding views across the Piacenza plain.
The property sits on 24 acres of manicured grounds, with on-site accommodation in 24 suites featuring terracotta floors and exposed-beam ceilings.
The villa can host up to 700 guests across multiple indoor and outdoor spaces, with full catering, ceremony coordination, and a complimentary bridal suite.
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Alison Hunt 5/5 8 minutes ago on Google What a find this lovely hotel was. We received a warm welcome and were shown to our lovely room by Rececca who was very efficient and helpful.
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Staying over
- Rooms
- 24 rooms
- Sleeps
- 100 guests
- Room types
- 4 listed
The ceremony
- Indoor option if it rains
- Yes
Money
- Price
- €100 to €160 per headAisle estimate
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- LIN, 45 min by carAisle estimate
- Parking
- Yes
The spaces
- Event spaces
- Banquet room
- Setting
- Countryside, restored, elegantAisle estimate
Venue highlights
- Civil ceremonies held directly at the venue with master of ceremonies and full coordination included from €1,500
- 24 luxury suites and junior suites on-site; guests can stay within the property (double suite €110/night)
- Capacity for up to 700 wedding guests across multiple weather-protected indoor and outdoor spaces
- Reception menus start at €45 per person (buffet) or €50 (seated service), including welcome aperitif, three courses, and house wines
A sample wedding weekend
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- Afternoon/eveningGuest arrival; welcome cocktail at the villa for out-of-town attendees
- 10:00 AMWedding party preparation in suites; hair and makeup
- 2:00 PMGuests seated; civil ceremony at the venue (30–40 minutes)
- 3:00 PMWelcome aperitif and cocktail hour on grounds or in lounge
- 4:30 PMSeated reception: appetizer, first course, second course, and toasts
- 8:00 PMCake cutting; dancing and entertainment
- 11:00 PMEvening wind-down; guests retire to suites or depart
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- LIN · about 45 min by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into LIN.
- Typical total
- €15,000–35,000+Aisle estimate
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€15,000–35,000+ (for 100 guests including ceremony, reception, decorations, and optional services such as photography, florals, and entertainment)
- Ceremony fee
- €1,500Aisle estimate
- Reception
- €45–50 a headAisle estimate
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€45–50 (buffet or seated service, includes welcome aperitif, three courses, wines, coffee)
- Room rate
- €80–110 a nightAisle estimate
See the full figure+
€80–110 (single or double suite at Hotel Villa Giarona)
- Direct line
- 0523 510823
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Additional à la carte services available: photographer (€2,000+), musician/DJ (€1,000+), flower design (€500+), wedding planner (€500+), ceremony decorations (€1,000+). SIAE music permit €400. Bridal suite, table settings, play area, and nursery are complimentary.
Questions about the venue
Can we hold our ceremony at the villa itself?+
Yes. Hotel Villa Giarona is licensed for civil ceremonies on-site. The venue provides a master of ceremonies, witnesses, vow book, and all regulatory coordination starting at €1,500. You may also choose nearby churches including Pontenure Church (1.1 km away).
What is included in the wedding menu?+
The standard menu includes a welcome aperitif with savory buffet, one appetizer, one first course, one second course with side dish, house DOC wines, and coffee. Buffet service starts at €45 per person; seated service at €50. Table settings, the bridal suite for newlyweds, and use of the play area are complimentary.
How many guests can the venue accommodate?+
Up to 700 guests. The property features multiple indoor and outdoor event spaces with full air conditioning and protection against weather. On-site accommodation is available for up to 100 guests across 24 suites.
What is the booking deposit and payment schedule?+
A 30% deposit of your total event cost is required to confirm your wedding date. The remaining balance is due 30 days before your event.
Are outside vendors and decorators allowed?+
Yes. The venue has no restrictions on external suppliers, though Hotel Villa Giarona offers in-house services including catering, photography (from €2,000), florals and event design (from €500 each), and entertainment.
What is the nearest airport?+
Parma Airport is the closest, located 60 km away with a 45-minute drive. Milan Linate (52 minutes) and Bergamo-Orio (1 hour 15 minutes) are also accessible for international guests.
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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
Rooms: 24 rooms
“Pernottamento invitati con soggiorno in struttura: 24 camere per un totale di 100 posti letto tra appartamenti, doppie, triple e suite per accogliere al meglio i tuoi ospiti.”
Read the source for roomsSleeps: 100 guests
“Pernottamento invitati con soggiorno in struttura: 24 camere per un totale di 100 posti letto tra appartamenti, doppie, triple e suite per accogliere al meglio i tuoi ospiti.”
Read the source for sleepsRoom types: 4 listed
“Pernottamento invitati con soggiorno in struttura: 24 camere per un totale di 100 posti letto tra appartamenti, doppie, triple e suite per accogliere al meglio i tuoi ospiti.”
Read the source for room typesIndoor option if it rains: Yes
“Sale interne eleganti e spazi versatili garantiscono che anche sotto la pioggia il rito e la festa siano perfetti.”
Read the source for indoor option if it rainsParking: Yes
“La Villa è dotata di ampio parcheggio gratuito per tutti gli ospiti.”
Read the source for parkingEvent spaces: Banquet room
“Meeting/banquet facilities”
Read the source for event spaces