Palazzo Martellini Residenza d'Epoca is a hotel destination wedding venue in Firenze, Italy, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Florence Amerigo Vespucci Airport (Peretola) (FLR), 20-30 minutes by car or taxi. Best months: June, July, August, September.
Palazzo Martellini Residenza d'Epoca
Your guests arrive at a 16th-century palazzo on Florence's most storied street, stepping into rooms where Renaissance frescoes frame their first moments as a married couple.
About Palazzo Martellini Residenza d'Epoca
Your guests arrive at a 16th-century palazzo on Florence's most storied street, stepping into rooms where Renaissance frescoes frame their first moments as a married couple.
Palazzo Martellini preserves the grandeur of its era while offering the comfort of a modern hotel, allowing relatives traveling from abroad to wake in period rooms with contemporary amenities.
The Arno River and Ponte Vecchio lie within walking distance, turning the days before and after the wedding into a living exploration of Florence itself.
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It has to be the best stay in Florence. The rooms are beautiful, well equipped and comfortable. The service of all the staff is 10/10.
Alejandra Díez · on Google →Capacity, rooms and facilities
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- FLR, 30 min by carAisle estimate
Venue highlights
- Located on Via Maggio, one of Florence's most prestigious Renaissance addresses, dating to the 16th century
- Hotel with on-site accommodation for up to 50+ guests across period rooms with modern facilities
- Original frescoed ceilings, restored courtyards, and marble staircases serve as ceremony and reception backdrops
- Walking distance to Ponte Vecchio, Palazzo Pitti, and the Boboli Gardens, guests can explore between events
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.
- 14:00–18:00Guest arrival; check-in at hotel rooms; welcome aperitivo in the courtyard
- 09:00–12:00Rehearsal in ceremony room; photos in palazzo halls and on Via Maggio
- 17:00Guest arrival and aperitivo
- 18:00Ceremony in main palazzo hall or courtyard
- 19:00–23:00Reception dinner and dancing in palazzo dining room
- 10:00–12:00Farewell brunch or guided walking tour of Florence for remaining guests
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- FLR · about 30 min by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Florence Amerigo Vespucci Airport (Peretola).
- Typical total
- €8,000–25,000+Aisle estimate
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€8,000–€25,000+ for a 50-guest wedding with 2-3 nights of accommodation
- Ceremony fee
- €1,500–3,000Aisle estimate
- Reception
- €80–150 a headAisle estimate
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€80–€150 (food and beverage, varies by menu and wine selection)
- Room rate
- €150–300 a nightAisle estimate
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€150–€300 per room (varies by room category and season)
- Weather window
- June – September
The months the weather is kindest. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 055 493 6068
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Estimates exclude florals, photography, music/DJ, and external catering markup. Direct inquiry recommended for group accommodation packages.
Questions about the venue
Can we hold both ceremony and reception at Palazzo Martellini?+
Yes. The palazzo offers multiple rooms suitable for ceremonies (typically in the main halls or courtyard) and separate spaces for receptions. Layout options depend on your guest count and preferred configuration.
How many guests can the venue accommodate?+
The palazzo can host between 20 and 150 guests depending on which rooms are utilized and your ceremony/reception setup.
Do guests stay on-site?+
Palazzo Martellini operates as a hotel with multiple rooms available for guests. This allows wedding parties to offer accommodation directly within the venue, simplifying logistics for international travelers.
What is included in a wedding package?+
Packages typically include venue rental for ceremony and reception spaces, basic décor, tables and chairs, and coordination with the hotel team. Catering, florals, photography, and other services are usually arranged separately or through recommended vendors.
Is the palazzo wheelchair accessible?+
The building is a 16th-century structure with period architecture. Certain areas have limitations; contact the venue directly to discuss accessibility needs for specific guests.
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.