Relais Santa ChiaraHotel
Guests arrive in San Gimignano's medieval hilltop town and find themselves steps from the hotel's Renaissance courtyard, where Tuscan stone walls and cypress-lined gardens set the scene.
- Ceremony
- 20 seated
- Reception
- 150 seated
- Nearest airport
- FLR · 50 minutes
- Open season
- June – November
- Price range
- $$$
- Rating
- 4 /5 · 381
Relais Santa Chiara Hotel is a hotel destination wedding venue in San Gimignano, Italy, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Florence Peretola Airport (FLR), 50 minutes. Best months: June, July, August, November.
Relais Santa Chiara Hotel in San Gimignano, open June–November.
Guests arrive in San Gimignano's medieval hilltop town and find themselves steps from the hotel's Renaissance courtyard, where Tuscan stone walls and cypress-lined gardens set the scene.
The 4-star Relais Santa Chiara offers intimate ceremonies in its historic spaces followed by receptions overlooking rolling vineyards, leaving visitors with memories of authentic Italian countryside elegance.
Accommodations keep your wedding party within the venue itself, creating seamless celebrations from rehearsal through departure.
The hotel was amazing, the room comfortable with a huge balcony. The staff were really friendly and accommodating, even providing an adapter when mine didn’t work. The buffet breakfast was delicious as were the menu options for dinner. I had an amazing 4 days there!
4 notes, from the desk.
Located on Via Giacomo Matteotti in the heart of San Gimignano's UNESCO World Heritage town center
14 on-site hotel rooms allow wedding guests to stay within the venue property
Renaissance courtyard and garden spaces available for ceremonies and cocktails
Restaurant serves Tuscan cuisine with wine selections from regional producers
Best held in June, July, August.
The months the weather — and the local rhythm — is kindest to a stay at Relais Santa Chiara Hotel.
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.
- 18:00–21:00Guest arrival and welcome dinner in hotel courtyard
- 10:00–11:00Ceremony in Renaissance courtyard
- 11:30–13:00Cocktail hour in garden with Tuscan wines and aperitivos
- 13:30–17:30Reception dinner with regional cuisine
- 08:00–11:00Leisurely breakfast for remaining guests before departure
Things worth knowing.
FLR · 50 minutes
Guests fly into Florence Peretola Airport. The desk arranges every transfer.
€8,000–18,000
Pricing varies by season; shoulder seasons (May, September–October) typically offer better rates. Multi-day packages and group discounts available. Contact venue directly for detailed quote.
€500–1,200
A one-time licence and setup fee, paid to the venue.
€60–95 / head
A seated dinner with wine and service, by headcount.
€120–220 / 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 sizes of weddings does Relais Santa Chiara accommodate?+
The hotel hosts weddings from 20 to 150 guests across its courtyard, garden, and indoor dining spaces.
Can we reserve all hotel rooms for our wedding guests?+
Yes. With 14 rooms on-site, the hotel can host your entire wedding party, ideal for multi-day celebrations.
What outdoor spaces are available for ceremonies?+
The Renaissance courtyard and manicured gardens provide atmospheric settings for ceremonies and pre-reception gatherings.
Does the venue provide catering and wine?+
Yes. The on-site restaurant handles all dining with Tuscan menus and local wine pairings customizable to your preferences.
What is the nearest airport?+
Florence Peretola Airport (FLR) is approximately 40km away, roughly 50 minutes by car or shuttle service.
Hold dates at Relais Santa Chiara Hotel.
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.