PortoUlisse
Porto Ulisse stands apart with direct beachfront access along Sicily's southeastern coast, offering unobstructed Mediterranean views that most rival venues cannot match.
- Ceremony
- 20 seated
- Reception
- 150 seated
- Nearest airport
- CTA · 90 minutes
- Price range
- $$$
- Rating
- 4.7 /5 · 225
Porto Ulisse is a hotel destination wedding venue in Ispica, Italy, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Catania Fontanarossa Airport (CTA), 90 minutes.
Porto Ulisse in Ispica.
Porto Ulisse stands apart with direct beachfront access along Sicily's southeastern coast, offering unobstructed Mediterranean views that most rival venues cannot match.
This 4-star hotel property combines accommodation and event space in a single location, eliminating the logistical complexity of coordinating separate ceremony and reception venues.
With a 4.7/5 Google rating, it delivers consistently high guest experiences in one of Italy's most dramatic coastal settings.
Amazing place and food. Lovely beach club and very good atmosphere. It is a MUST
4 notes, from the desk.
Direct access to Spiaggia Marza beach with private ceremony setup options on sand or seaside terraces
On-site accommodation for 100+ guests reduces travel logistics and extends celebration time
Located in Ispica, a UNESCO-listed baroque town with 17th-century architecture within 2km of venue
Mediterranean cuisine using local Sicilian ingredients; kitchen accommodates dietary restrictions and regional preferences
Check availability.
Choose a day from the calendar.
We hold dates in pencil. A first note comes back within two business days.
How the weekend usually runs.
Yours will be different — nothing below is required. Every planning begins with the three meals you most want to eat, and builds outward.
- 4:00 PMGuest arrival and check-in; welcome cocktail on terrace
- 10:00 AMCeremony on beach or seaside pavilion
- 1:00 PMAperitivo and group photos; lunch reception begins
Things worth knowing.
CTA · 90 minutes
Guests fly into Catania Fontanarossa Airport. The desk arranges every transfer.
€6,500-12,000
Pricing varies by season; peak season (June-September) commands 20-30% premium. Ceremony fee may be waived with reception booking above €5,000. All-inclusive packages available; request proposal directly from hotel.
€800-1,500
A one-time licence and setup fee, paid to the venue.
€55-85 / head
A seated dinner with wine and service, by headcount.
€100-180 / night
A standard room in the wedding window. Group rates on request.
0932 701111
Answered by the venue in local hours. The desk picks up otherwise.
Asked along the way.
Can we have the ceremony on the beach?+
Yes. Porto Ulisse offers both beachfront ceremony setups on Spiaggia Marza and covered terrace options. Beach ceremonies require weather contingency planning; the hotel has indoor alternatives available.
What is the guest capacity?+
The venue accommodates 20-150 guests across ceremony and reception spaces. Confirm exact capacity with the hotel based on your chosen layout and season.
Are accommodations included in venue rental?+
Room blocks are available at negotiated rates for your guests, but accommodations are typically booked separately from the venue fee. The hotel can arrange preferred pricing for wedding parties.
What is the nearest airport?+
Catania Fontanarossa Airport (CTA) is 90km away, approximately 90 minutes by car. Palermo Airport (PMO) is 200km away and also accessible.
Can we customize the menu?+
Porto Ulisse works with couples on regional Sicilian menus and accommodates most dietary needs. Tastings are available prior to booking your event date.
Hold dates at Porto Ulisse.
A note to the desk with a rough season and guest count. We hold dates in pencil for three weeks before confirmation. A reply comes within two business days, from a person by name.