Hotel

Madre

97100 Ragusa RG, Italy, Italy20–150 guests$$$

Type:Hotel

Capacity:20–150 guests

Budget:$$$

Airport:Catania Fontanarossa Airport (CTA), 90 minutes

Guests arrive at Madre to discover a intimate hotel venue set along Sicily's southeastern coast, where the reception unfolds across terraced grounds overlooking the Val di Noto. The experience centers on genuine Sicilian hospitality—think locally-sourced dinners in stone-walled dining rooms and morning-after gatherings on the property's 3-hectare grounds. Staff handle logistics seamlessly, allowing you to focus on the 40-80 guests you've invited into this quiet corner of Ragusa Province.

Highlights

3-hectare property with multiple event spaces including a stone farmhouse dining room and terraced outdoor areas
On-site accommodations allow guests to stay within the venue across 25+ rooms
Michelin-influenced kitchen sources ingredients from regional producers within 50km
Located 15km from Modica and Ragusa, UNESCO World Heritage sites in Val di Noto
4.9 Google rating reflects consistent guest satisfaction with service and setting

Quick facts

Capacity20–150 guests

Venue typeHotel

Price range$$$

LocationItaly

Nearest airportCTA

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Plan your wedding at Madre

Getting there

Catania Fontanarossa Airport (CTA)

90 minutes to venue

Car rental

€40-60 daily rental plus fuel

90 minutes · Pick up at Catania airport and drive A19 south toward Ragusa

Private transfer service

€120-180 one-way (pricing varies by group size)

90 minutes · Hotel can arrange driver to meet at airport

Train + taxi

€15-20 train + €25-35 taxi

2.5 hours total · Train from Catania to Ragusa station, then 15-minute taxi to venue

Cost estimate

Ceremony / venue fee

€800-1,500 (venue rental; separate from catering)

Reception (per guest)

€65-95 (food and beverage, variable by menu selections)

Accommodation (per night)

€90-150 per room (25+ rooms available on-site)

Estimated total

€8,500-16,000 for 50 guests with 2-night stay and basic catering

Final quote depends on guest count, menu selections, season, and service preferences. Deposit required to secure dates. Contact venue directly for custom packages.

Sample wedding weekend

Friday evening

6pmGuest arrival; welcome aperitivo on terrace

Saturday

11amCeremony in main courtyard or dining hall

1pmCocktail hour and group photos on grounds

7pmSeated reception dinner in stone farmhouse

10:30pmDancing and dessert service

Sunday

10amFarewell breakfast on terrace

This is a sample itinerary. Your wedding weekend can be fully customized.

Frequently asked questions

Can we get married on the property itself?

Yes. Madre offers both ceremony and reception facilities across its grounds. Civil ceremonies can be arranged with the local comune in Ragusa; religious ceremonies require coordination with nearby churches in Modica.

What's included in the room rate for overnight guests?

Accommodation includes breakfast. Dinner packages are available separately and often tied to reception menus. Request specifics during inquiry.

How far is this from Palermo or Catania airports?

Catania airport (Fontanarossa) is approximately 90km away (90 minutes by car). Palermo is roughly 250km north. Car rental or private transfer is recommended.

What's the earliest we can hold events on the property?

Ceremonies typically begin at 11am or later; receptions often start at 7pm. Confirm timing flexibility directly with the venue.