Hotel

Relais La Corte Dei Papi

52044 Cortona AR, Italy, Italy20–150 guests$$$

Type:Hotel

Capacity:20–150 guests

Budget:$$$

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

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.

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Highlights

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
Elevation provides natural amphitheater effect for ceremony sightlines and photographs

Quick facts

Capacity20–150 guests

Venue typeHotel

Price range$$$

LocationItaly

Nearest airportPEG

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Plan your wedding at Relais La Corte Dei Papi

Getting there

Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi International Airport (PEG)

90 minutes by car to venue

Private car transfer

€120–150 per vehicle

90 minutes · From Perugia airport directly to venue via highway A1

Train + car

€50–80 combined

2.5 hours total · Train to Terontola station (10 km away), then taxi or rental car to Cortona

Florence airport alternative

€180–220 per vehicle

2.5 hours · Amerigo Vespucci Airport, 150 km away; scenic driving through Tuscany

Cost estimate

Ceremony / venue fee

€2,000–3,500 (includes venue setup and décor framework)

Reception (per guest)

€85–130 (based on 3-course menu and local wine selection)

Accommodation (per night)

€180–400 per room (depending on room category and season)

Estimated total

€20,000–35,000+ for 75-guest wedding with lodging for 40 guests across 2 nights

Pricing varies by season (high: June–September; low: April–May, October). Multi-day packages and group rates available. Consult venue directly for bespoke quotes.

Sample wedding weekend

Friday evening

6:00 PMGuest arrival and check-in at hotel; welcome aperitivo in courtyard

Saturday

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

Sunday

10:00 AMFarewell brunch; guest checkout

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

Frequently asked questions

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.