Palazzo Zimara is a hotel destination wedding venue in Lecce, Italy, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Brindisi International Airport (Salento Airport) (BDS), 45 minutes. Best months: June, July, August, October.
Palazzo Zimara
Palazzo Zimara rises from the heart of Lecce's historic center, its honey-colored Baroque façade defining the skyline of Italy's most ornate southern city.
About Palazzo Zimara
Palazzo Zimara rises from the heart of Lecce's historic center, its honey-colored Baroque façade defining the skyline of Italy's most ornate southern city.
Stone archways and centuries-old walls frame intimate courtyards where ceremonies unfold against authentic Renaissance architecture.
The palazzo's rooftop terraces command panoramic views across the Salentine Peninsula, where rolling olive groves meet the Adriatic horizon.
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Centrally located in old historic Lecce. Great staff who were always on hand to help. Quaint and peaceful courtyard where meals are served. Food is reasonably priced and delicious. Our room (4) was generous and the bathroom spacious.
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Getting there
- Nearest airport
- BDS, 45 min by carAisle estimate
Venue highlights
- Located on Via Giuseppe Libertini in Lecce's UNESCO-recognized Old Town, surrounded by 16th-century Baroque buildings
- On-site accommodation with 25+ guest rooms housed within the palazzo's historic structure
- Rooftop venue space with 360-degree views across Lecce and surrounding Puglian countryside
- Full-service hotel amenities including fine dining restaurant, spa, and event coordination team
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
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- 3:00 PMGuest arrival; check-in at Palazzo Zimara; welcome aperitivo in courtyard
- 8:00 PMWelcome dinner in palazzo restaurant
- 4:00 PMCeremony in courtyard or chapel
- 5:30 PMCocktail hour on rooftop terraces
- 7:30 PMSeated reception dinner with dancing
- 11:00 AMFarewell brunch; guest departures
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- BDS · about 45 min by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Brindisi International Airport (Salento Airport).
- Typical total
- €15,000–45,000+Aisle estimate
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€15,000–45,000+ for 75 guests including accommodation
- Ceremony fee
- €1,200–2,500Aisle estimate
Depending on guest count and venue selection
- Reception
- €85–150 a headAisle estimate
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€85–150 for catered dinner (menu-dependent)
- Room rate
- €180–400 a nightAisle estimate
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€180–400 per room based on season and room category
- Weather window
- June – August
The months the weather is kindest, with October mild too. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 0832 405261
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Multi-night room blocks qualify for discounts. Wedding packages and all-inclusive options available upon inquiry.
Questions about the venue
What is the guest capacity?+
Palazzo Zimara accommodates 20–150 guests across multiple indoor and outdoor event spaces, from intimate ceremonies in the courtyard to larger receptions in the grand halls.
Does the venue offer lodging?+
Yes. The palazzo operates as a 4-star hotel with 25+ rooms available for wedding guests, simplifying logistics for destination celebrations.
What is the nearest airport?+
Brindisi International Airport (Salento Airport) is 40 km away, approximately 45 minutes by car. Rome Fiumicino and Bari airports also serve the region.
Is the venue available year-round?+
Yes.
What services does Palazzo Zimara provide?+
Full event management, catering, in-house restaurant, spa treatments, room blocks, ceremony coordination, and décor consultation are included or available à la carte.
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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.