Hotel Villa Marsili is a hotel destination wedding venue in Cortona, Italy, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Florence (Peretola) (FLR), 2 hours by car. Best months: June, July, August, November.
Hotel Villa Marsili
Hotel Villa Marsili sits on Cortona's hilltop with direct views of the Valdichiana valley, meaning your ceremony backdrop requires zero styling.
About Hotel Villa Marsili
Hotel Villa Marsili sits on Cortona's hilltop with direct views of the Valdichiana valley, meaning your ceremony backdrop requires zero styling.
This 16th-century palazzo converted into a 4-star hotel gives you guest accommodations, dining, and ceremony space under one roof, eliminating coordination headaches across multiple vendors.
The 4.9/5 Google rating reflects consistent execution on logistics that matter: on-time service, reliable staff, and working kitchens.
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The hotel is conveniently located just a short distance downhill from Piazza Garibaldi (the entry to the main pedestrian zone of Cortona).
Christina Lim · read the whole review on Google →Capacity, rooms and facilities
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- FLR, 120 min by carAisle estimate
Venue highlights
- 16th-century Renaissance palazzo with original frescoed interiors and period architecture
- 50+ guest rooms available on-site, reducing hotel coordination for out-of-town attendees
- Panoramic terrace overlooking Valdichiana valley valley with unobstructed sunset views
- Located on Cortona's highest point (603 meters elevation) with medieval town charm within walking distance
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.
- 16:00–20:00Guest arrival and check-in; welcome aperitivo on terrace
- 09:00–11:00Breakfast and preparation; ceremony setup on terrace or in hall
- 12:00–13:00Ceremony with valley views
- 13:00–15:00Cocktails and photos on grounds
- 15:00–23:00Reception dinner and dancing indoors or on covered terrace
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- FLR · 2 hours by car
Guests fly into Florence (Peretola).
- Typical total
- €18,000–35,000+Aisle estimate
Request a formal quote from the hotel's wedding coordinator.
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€18,000–€35,000+ for 60–80 guests (2-night minimum typical)
- Ceremony fee
- €800–2,000Aisle estimate
A one-time licence and setup fee, paid to the venue.
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€800–€2,000 (venue and basic setup)
- Reception
- €85–150 / headAisle estimate
A seated dinner with wine and service, by headcount.
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€85–€150 (food, beverage, service)
- Room rate
- €120–280 / nightAisle estimate
A standard room in the wedding window. Group rates on request.
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€120–€280 (standard to suite rooms)
- Weather window
- June – August, November
The 4 months the weather is kindest. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 0575 605252
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Questions about the venue
Can we hold both ceremony and reception at Villa Marsili?+
Yes. The property offers indoor frescoed halls and outdoor terraces suitable for ceremonies, with dining areas and kitchens for receptions. Most couples use the terrace for ceremonies and move indoors or to covered spaces for dining.
What's the guest capacity?+
The venue accommodates 20–150 guests depending on room configuration and whether you use indoor halls, terraces, or both.
Are rooms blocked for wedding guests?+
Room blocks can be negotiated.
What's included in the venue fee?+
Contact the hotel directly for current packages, but typical inclusions cover ceremony space, basic décor setup, and access to grounds. Catering, rentals, and staffing are usually separate line items.
Is Cortona easy to reach from major airports?+
Florence airport is 2 hours away; Rome is 2.5 hours. Ground transfers can be arranged through the hotel or hired privately.
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.