Il Chiostro del Carmine is a hotel destination wedding venue in Siena, Italy, hosting up to 150 guests (Aisle estimate) in the $$$ price range, reached from Florence Amerigo Vespucci Airport (FLR), 90 minutes by car. Best months: June, July, August, November.
Il Chiostro del Carmine
Il Chiostro del Carmine operates as both a hotel and wedding venue in central Siena, meaning your guests can sleep where you celebrate, eliminating transportation logistics on your wedding day.
About Il Chiostro del Carmine
Il Chiostro del Carmine operates as both a hotel and wedding venue in central Siena, meaning your guests can sleep where you celebrate, eliminating transportation logistics on your wedding day.
This converted 16th-century convent features original cloisters and stone architecture throughout its spaces.
The venue accommodates intimate gatherings to mid-sized celebrations within its historic footprint.
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Nice hotel in the inner city. We had a big room with an excellent view. Very friendly staff. Hotel parking available around the corner, but not for big SUVs. But perfect for our small rental car.
Vermeulen Peter · on Google →Capacity, rooms and facilities
Money
- Price
- €110 to €180 per headAisle estimate
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- FLR, 90 min by carAisle estimate
Venue highlights
- 16th-century convent with original Renaissance cloisters and period stonework
- On-site hotel with guest rooms, allowing wedding party and guests to stay at the venue
- Located on Via della Diana in Siena's historic center, steps from the Duomo and Piazza del Campo
- Google rating of 4.1/5 based on guest reviews
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.
- 18:00-21:00Guest arrival; check-in at Il Chiostro del Carmine hotel; welcome aperitivo in the cloisters
- 10:00Wedding ceremony in the cloisters or chapel
- 13:00-16:00Cocktail hour and aperitivo with photos in historic spaces
- 19:00-23:30Reception dinner and dancing in the main hall or courtyard
- 10:00-12:00Farewell brunch at the venue before guest departures
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- FLR · about 1 h 30 by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Florence Amerigo Vespucci Airport.
- Weather window
- June – August
The months the weather is kindest, with November mild too. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 0577 226879
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Questions about the venue
Can we have both the ceremony and reception at Il Chiostro del Carmine?+
Yes. The venue offers multiple indoor and outdoor spaces within the cloisters and hotel facilities, allowing you to host both ceremony and reception on-site.
How many guests can the venue accommodate?+
Il Chiostro del Carmine can host between 20 and 150 guests depending on your chosen layout and spaces.
Are accommodations included or available for wedding guests?+
The venue operates as a hotel, so guest rooms are available for wedding attendees. Room rates and availability should be confirmed directly with the property.
What is the venue's cancellation policy?+
Contact Il Chiostro del Carmine directly via their website or phone for specific terms, as policies may vary by booking date and season.
Can we bring our own caterer or must we use the in-house kitchen?+
Catering arrangements should be discussed directly with the venue, as some venues have preferred vendors or exclusive catering agreements.
Could this be your venue?
Ask about pricing and availability for the month you have in mind. You do not need a fixed date.
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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.