Relais La Corte DeiPapi
Perched on a hilltop in Tuscany's Val d'Orcia region, Relais La Corte Dei Papi commands sweeping views across rolling vineyards and cypress-lined valleys toward the medieval town of Cortona.
- Ceremony
- 20 seated
- Reception
- 150 seated
- Nearest airport
- PEG · 90 minutes by car
- Open season
- June – November
- Price range
- $$$
- Rating
- 4.7 /5 · 326
Relais La Corte Dei Papi is a hotel destination wedding venue in Cortona, Italy, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi International Airport (PEG), 90 minutes by car. Best months: June, July, August, November.
Relais La Corte Dei Papi in Cortona, open June–November.
Perched on a hilltop in Tuscany's Val d'Orcia region, Relais La Corte Dei Papi commands sweeping views across rolling vineyards and cypress-lined valleys toward the medieval town of Cortona.
This 16th-century palazzo operates as a luxury hotel and wedding venue, with terracotta-tiled courtyards and stone archways that frame the Tuscan landscape.
Indoor and outdoor spaces accommodate ceremonies and receptions with unobstructed sightlines across the countryside.
This place was so serene and quiet this time of year (late December). The staff was attentive and accommodating and the food... so good! Worth staying here for couples. I would say it's romantic. But, we also saw a couple of young families. You will be spoiled if you stay here. We will never get a better breakfast spread anywhere. They set the bar high!
4 notes, from the desk.
16th-century Renaissance palazzo on a working estate in Cortona's countryside
Panoramic terrace overlooking Val d'Orcia vineyards and the Tuscan landscape
Hotel accommodates up to 150 guests with on-site lodging in period-restored rooms
Google rating of 4.7/5 stars from verified visitors
Best held in June, July, August.
The months the weather — and the local rhythm — is kindest to a stay at Relais La Corte Dei Papi.
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.
- 6:00 PMGuest arrival and check-in at hotel; welcome aperitivo in courtyard
- 11:00 AMGuest seating in panoramic ceremony space with vineyard backdrop
- 12:00 PMCeremony on terrace overlooking Val d'Orcia
- 1:00 PMCocktail hour in stone courtyard; group photographs with landscape views
- 3:00 PMSeated reception dinner in main hall or terrace; toasts and dancing until late evening
- 10:00 AMFarewell brunch; guest checkout
Things worth knowing.
PEG · 90 minutes by car
Guests fly into Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi International Airport. The desk arranges every transfer.
€20,000–35,000
Pricing varies by season (high: June–September; low: April–May, October). Multi-day packages and group rates available. Consult venue directly for bespoke quotes.
€2,000–3,500
A one-time licence and setup fee, paid to the venue.
€85–130 / head
A seated dinner with wine and service, by headcount.
€180–400 / night
A standard room in the wedding window. Group rates on request.
June – November
4 viable months. Shoulder dates soften the light and the rates.
Asked along the way.
What is the venue's capacity?+
Relais La Corte Dei Papi can accommodate 20–150 guests, with flexible indoor and outdoor configurations for ceremonies and receptions.
Are accommodations available for guests?+
Yes. The venue operates as a 4-star hotel with guest rooms on the property, allowing for multi-day wedding events and convenient lodging.
What time of year is best for a wedding?+
May through October offers optimal weather and landscape views. Spring and early fall provide mild temperatures and dramatic sunset lighting across the vineyards.
Does the venue provide catering?+
The venue works with preferred Tuscan catering partners and can coordinate regional cuisine featuring local wines and produce.
Can the venue accommodate both ceremony and reception?+
Yes. Terracotta courtyards and stone halls allow for ceremony setups with panoramic backdrops, followed by seated receptions in adjoining spaces.
Hold dates at Relais La Corte Dei Papi.
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.