Hotel

Relais Santa Chiara Hotel

53037 San Gimignano SI, Italy, Italy20–150 guests$$$

Type:Hotel

Capacity:20–150 guests

Budget:$$$

Airport:Florence Peretola Airport (FLR), 50 minutes

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.

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Highlights

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
4-star rating with 4/5 Google reviews from previous guests

Quick facts

Capacity20–150 guests

Venue typeHotel

Price range$$$

LocationItaly

Nearest airportFLR

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Plan your wedding at Relais Santa Chiara Hotel

Getting there

Florence Peretola Airport (FLR)

50 minutes to venue

Private car transfer

€80–120 per vehicle

50 minutes · Hotel can arrange driver pickup from Florence airport

Rental car

€40–70 per day

50 minutes · Self-drive to San Gimignano with parking arranged by hotel

Train + transfer

€15–25 train + €50 transfer

70 minutes total · Siena train station (35km), then hotel-arranged shuttle to San Gimignano

Cost estimate

Ceremony / venue fee

€500–1,200 (depending on space and guest count)

Reception (per guest)

€60–95 (Tuscan menu with wine)

Accommodation (per night)

€120–220 (double room)

Estimated total

€8,000–18,000 for 50-guest wedding with 2 nights accommodation

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.

Sample wedding weekend

Friday evening

18:00–21:00Guest arrival and welcome dinner in hotel courtyard

Saturday

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

Sunday morning

08:00–11:00Leisurely breakfast for remaining guests before departure

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

Frequently asked questions

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.

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