Hotel

Villa Le Fontanelle

50139 Firenze FI, Italy, Italy20–150 guests$$$

Type:Hotel

Capacity:20–150 guests

Budget:$$$

Airport:Florence Peretola Airport (FLR), 20-25 minutes by car

Villa Le Fontanelle operates as a boutique hotel venue in Florence's hills, meaning your guests can stay where they celebrate—eliminating coordination headaches across multiple properties. This 15th-century Renaissance villa offers on-site accommodation for up to 150 guests, with manicured grounds and period interiors that serve as both backdrop and logistical hub. The venue's hotel status streamlines vendor logistics and guest comfort across multi-day celebrations.

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Highlights

15th-century Renaissance villa with original frescoes and period architecture
4.8/5 Google rating from 200+ verified reviews
On-site hotel accommodations allow guests to stay at the venue
Capacity from 20 to 150 guests with indoor and garden ceremony/reception spaces
Located on Via di Careggi in the Tuscan hills, 20 minutes from central Florence

Quick facts

Capacity20–150 guests

Venue typeHotel

Price range$$$

LocationItaly

Nearest airportFLR

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Plan your wedding at Villa Le Fontanelle

Getting there

Florence Peretola Airport (FLR)

20-25 minutes by car to venue

Private car transfer

€60-90 one-way (estimate)

20-25 minutes · Arranged through the hotel; recommended for wedding parties

Rental car

€40-70/day rental

20-25 minutes · Via di Careggi easily accessible by GPS; parking available on-site

Taxi/rideshare

€35-50 per trip

20-25 minutes · Available from FLR; surge pricing during peak travel times

Cost estimate

Ceremony / venue fee

€1,500-3,000 (estimate; contact venue for confirmation)

Reception (per guest)

€80-150 (typical Tuscan villa pricing; final cost depends on menu and services)

Accommodation (per night)

€120-250 per room (hotel rates vary by season and room category)

Estimated total

€15,000-45,000+ for 50-100 guests (ceremony, reception, select accommodations)

Costs vary significantly by season (May-October premium), number of guests, menu selections, and room categories. Request formal quote directly from venue for accurate pricing.

Sample wedding weekend

Friday (Day 1)

4:00 PM - 6:00 PMGuest arrivals and check-in; welcome aperitivo in villa gardens

8:00 PMRehearsal dinner in villa dining room

Saturday (Day 2)

10:30 AMGuest arrival and preparation begins

4:00 PMCeremony in villa gardens or indoor salon

5:00 PM - 6:00 PMCocktail hour on grounds

7:00 PMReception dinner and dancing

Sunday (Day 3)

10:00 AMFarewell breakfast; guest departures

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

Frequently asked questions

Can we have both ceremony and reception at the villa?

Yes. The property features multiple indoor salons and manicured grounds suitable for both ceremonies and receptions, with flexibility to host events sequentially or simultaneously in different spaces.

What accommodation options are available for guests?

As a functioning hotel, Villa Le Fontanelle offers rooms on-site, reducing travel friction for out-of-town guests and enabling multi-day wedding experiences without logistical complications.

Are outside caterers permitted?

Contact the venue directly via https://villalefontanelle.com/ to confirm catering policies, as hotel venues typically offer in-house catering but occasionally allow approved external vendors.

What's the best time of year to marry here?

May through October offers optimal weather in Tuscany. Spring (April-May) and fall (September-October) provide mild temperatures and lower humidity than summer months.

How accessible is the venue from Florence airport?

Peretola Airport (FLR) is approximately 20 minutes away by car. The hotel can arrange transfers, and its on-site accommodations simplify guest arrival logistics.