Hotel

Palazzo del Papa

06049 Spoleto PG, Italy, Italy20–150 guests$$$

Type:Hotel

Capacity:20–150 guests

Budget:$$$

Airport:Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi Airport (PEG), 90 minutes

Palazzo del Papa rises from the medieval hillside of Spoleto in Umbria, commanding views across the Valnerina valley with the Basilica of San Salvatore visible in the distance. This 16th-century palazzo functions as a working hotel, preserving original stone architecture, vaulted ceilings, and Renaissance details throughout its 40 guest rooms. The property's terraced gardens and courtyard spaces offer ceremony and reception settings 400 meters above sea level, surrounded by Umbrian countryside.

Highlights

40-room Renaissance palace converted to 4-star hotel with original frescoed interiors
Terraced outdoor spaces overlooking the Valnerina valley and surrounding medieval villages
Located in Spoleto, home to the annual Festival dei Due Mondi (Festival of Two Worlds)
On-site accommodations allow multi-day celebrations with guest rooms ranging from standard to suite categories
15-minute drive to Spoleto's historic center; accessible via regional train station

Quick facts

Capacity20–150 guests

Venue typeHotel

Price range$$$

LocationItaly

Nearest airportPEG

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Plan your wedding at Palazzo del Papa

Getting there

Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi Airport (PEG)

90 minutes to venue

Private car/driver

€80–150 one-way

90 minutes from PEG; 2.5 hours from Rome FCO · Recommended option from Perugia or Rome; scenic Umbrian route

Train + local transfer

€20–50 train fare plus €15–25 local transfer

3–4 hours from Rome or Florence to Spoleto · Train to Spoleto station, then taxi or arranged hotel transfer (15 minutes)

Rental car

€40–70 per day rental

90 minutes from PEG · Available at PEG or Rome; drive via SS3 or A1/E35; ample parking at property

Cost estimate

Ceremony / venue fee

Contact venue (typically €800–2,000)

Reception (per guest)

€60–120 (varies by menu and season)

Accommodation (per night)

€120–300 per room (standard to suite)

Estimated total

€8,000–25,000+ for 50 guests, 2-night stay

Pricing depends on season (peak May–October), group size, menu selection, and service options. Request detailed quotation from palazzo directly.

Sample wedding weekend

Friday

15:00–20:00Guest arrival and check-in; welcome aperitivo in palazzo courtyard

Saturday

11:00Ceremony in palazzo hall or terraced garden

12:30–14:00Cocktail reception and group photos in outdoor spaces

20:00Seated dinner in palazzo dining room with local Umbrian wine

Sunday

09:00–12:00Farewell brunch; guest departures

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

Frequently asked questions

Can we hold both ceremony and reception at Palazzo del Papa?

Yes. The palazzo offers multiple indoor halls with period architectural features and outdoor terraced spaces suitable for ceremonies, cocktail hours, and seated dinners.

What is the guest capacity?

The venue accommodates 20–150 guests depending on layout and space configuration.

Are accommodations included with venue rental?

Guest rooms are available for booking at the hotel; room rates and availability should be confirmed directly with the property.

What is the nearest airport?

Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi Airport (PEG) is approximately 90 km away with a 90-minute transfer time. Rome Fiumicino (FCO) is 180 km distant.

Does the venue provide catering?

Contact the palazzo directly for in-house catering options, external vendor policies, and menu selections.

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