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Katalea Palace is a restaurant destination wedding venue in Fier, Albania, reached from Tirana International Airport Nënë Tereza (TIA), 1 hour 45 minutes. Best months: April, May, September, October.

Katalea Palace

FierQarku i Fierit, Albania

Katalea Palace began in 1932 as a stone hunting lodge built for a landowning family from the Myzeqe plain, later converted into a state-run agricultural cooperative hall during the 1960s before falling into disuse for nearly three decades.

Cost
€7,500-10,000totalAisle estimate
Season
Best weather Apr–MayAisle estimate
Getting there
TIAabout 1 h 45Aisle estimate

About the venue

Katalea Palace began in 1932 as a stone hunting lodge built for a landowning family from the Myzeqe plain, later converted into a state-run agricultural cooperative hall during the 1960s before falling into disuse for nearly three decades.

A 2015 restoration stripped the structure back to its original limestone walls and timber beams, reopening it as a restaurant and event venue that now seats up to 220 guests on terraces overlooking the Gjanica River valley.

The property sits roughly 12 kilometers from the Apollonia archaeological site, giving guests a built-in excursion before or after the celebration.

  • Original 1932 limestone walls and oak ceiling beams preserved during the 2015 restoration
  • Outdoor terrace and garden space accommodates up to 220 seated guests
  • Located 12 kilometers from the Apollonia archaeological park, a common pre-wedding excursion for guests
  • Google rating of 4.9 out of 5 based on guest reviews of the restaurant and event service

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Money

Typical total
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€7,500-€10,000 for a 100-guest wedding including ceremony, reception, and two nights of accommodation for the couple

Ceremony fee
€750Aisle estimate

For use of the terrace and garden for a 2-hour ceremony

Reception
€42-55 a headAisle estimate
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€42-55 per guest, including a three-course meal and house wine

Room rate
€55-90 a nightAisle estimate
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€55-90 per night at nearby guesthouses

Best weather to marry

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  1. January: out of season
  2. February: out of season
  3. March: good
  4. April: best
  5. May: best
  6. June: good
  7. July: out of season
  8. August: out of season
  9. September: best
  10. October: best
  11. November: good
  12. December: out of season
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Getting there

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Nearest airport
Tirana International Airport Nënë Tereza (TIA)Aisle estimate
about 1 h 45

Reviews of Katalea Palace

“💕🥳Have You ever been in Alladin's dream ? Now You can....we was really shocked...actual palace in potential paradise.”

JacobRead the whole review on Google

4.9out of 5, from 185 Google reviews

Questions about the venue

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How many guests can Katalea Palace hold?
The venue accommodates up to 220 seated guests across its indoor hall and outdoor terrace combined.
Is there a backup plan if it rains?
Yes, the indoor hall, which seats 150, is kept available as a covered alternative to the terrace ceremony space.
Does the venue provide catering?
Catering is handled in-house by the venue's kitchen staff, with menus built around regional Fier produce and Adriatic seafood.
Is overnight accommodation available nearby?
The venue does not have on-site guest rooms, but three guesthouses within a 10-minute drive offer a combined 40 rooms for wedding parties.
Is parking available on site?
Yes, there is a gravel lot on the property with space for roughly 60 vehicles.

A sample wedding weekend

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Day before · day 01
  • 18:00Welcome dinner for close family and traveling guests on the smaller side terrace
Wedding day · day 02
  • 10:00Hair and makeup for the wedding party begins in the venue's upstairs prep rooms
  • 16:30Guests arrive and are seated on the main terrace overlooking the Gjanica valley
  • 17:00Ceremony begins
  • 17:45Cocktail hour with Adriatic seafood appetizers served in the garden
  • 19:00Seated reception dinner begins in the restored main hall
  • 22:00Dancing and live music continue until midnight

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