Relais Santa Croce by Baglioni Hotels
Relais Santa Croce by Baglioni Hotels

Relais Santa Croce by Baglioni Hotels

An 18th-Century Palazzo in the Heart of Florence.

From€7,000

Venue Highlights

1700s

Noble Palazzo

Relais & Chateaux

150

Cocktail Guests

or 80 for dinner

260sqm

Royal Suite

frescoed ceilings

~24

Rooms & Suites

historic centre

At a Glance

Venue Intelligence

CeremonySala della Musica: up to 80 seated; symbolic/blessing on site, civil at the Florence commune
DiningSala della Musica: up to 80 seated; Guelfi & Ghibellini: intimate private dining
BedroomsAbout 24 rooms and suites, including the 260 sqm Santa Croce Royal Suite
Exclusive UseNot exclusively; hotel remains open but private events are fully contained in the salon and restaurant
CateringIn-house (Guelfi & Ghibellini restaurant)
Outdoor CeremonyAvailable
AccommodationOn-site
LocationVia Ghibellina 87, Florence historic centre; steps from the Basilica di Santa Croce; 20 min from Florence Airport.
StyleAn 18th-century frescoed palazzo in central Florence, Baglioni Hotels and Relais & Chateaux
Best ForPalazzo weddings in Florence, intimate ceremonies, couples who love Renaissance art and city-centre celebrations

Florence, Tuscany

An 18th-Century Palazzo Wedding in the Heart of Florence.

Steps from the Basilica di Santa Croce, Relais Santa Croce is an 18th-century noble palazzo in the heart of Florence, with frescoed salons, the Sala della Musica and the Guelfi & Ghibellini restaurant for weddings of up to 150, and suites including the 260 sqm Santa Croce Royal Suite.

Vows Among Frescoes, in the Heart of Florence.
Weddings at Relais Santa Croce by Baglioni Hotels

Vows Among Frescoes, in the Heart of Florence.

Relais Santa Croce hosts weddings in the frescoed Sala della Musica for up to 150 guests, in the Guelfi & Ghibellini restaurant for intimate celebrations, and on the private terrace overlooking the Basilica di Santa Croce. A wedding coordinator, flowers, musical entertainment and a chauffeur car are available on request, and some 24 rooms and suites let the wedding party stay in the heart of Renaissance Florence. Venue hire from €7,000 (November to March) or €14,000 (April to October).

A Frescoed Table in the Palazzo.
Guelfi & Ghibellini

A Frescoed Table in the Palazzo.

The Guelfi & Ghibellini restaurant serves a Mediterranean cuisine with a strong emphasis on Tuscan flavours in frescoed salons, for private dinners and wedding celebrations. Through the hotel's partnership with the three-Michelin-star Enoteca Pinchiorri, guests can arrange gourmet dinners and wine tastings in the palazzo's private suites.

The 18th-century palazzo facade of Relais Santa Croce at night, Florence

A Palazzo in Florence

An 18th-century noble palazzo in the heart of Florence, steps from the Basilica di Santa Croce.

The Palazzo

The Sala della Musica

A frescoed first-floor salon for ceremonies and receptions of up to 80 seated or 150 for cocktails.

Weddings
The grand frescoed salon at Relais Santa Croce, Florence
The Guelfi & Ghibellini restaurant at Relais Santa Croce, Florence

Guelfi & Ghibellini

The restaurant serves Tuscan and Mediterranean cuisine in the frescoed salons of the palazzo.

Dining

Rooms & Suites

About 24 rooms and suites, including the 260 sqm Santa Croce Royal Suite with frescoed ceilings.

Stay
The private terrace at Relais Santa Croce with views of the Basilica di Santa Croce, Florence
Steps from the Heart of Florence.
The Basilica di Santa Croce

Steps from the Heart of Florence.

Via Ghibellina places Relais Santa Croce steps from the Basilica di Santa Croce and within easy walking distance of the Uffizi, the Duomo, the Ponte Vecchio and the Accademia. Florence's greatest art and architecture surrounds the hotel, making it an ideal base for a wedding weekend that takes in the best of the city.

Accommodation

About 24 Rooms & Suites, in the Heart of Florence.

Historic Florence at its heart

Classic & Deluxe Rooms

up to 2 guests
Room

Classic and Deluxe Rooms decorated with terracotta and parquet floors, antique touches and modern comforts, looking out across the Via Ghibellina.

Double or Twin
Five-Star
Classic & Deluxe Rooms
Grand Deluxe Rooms

Frescoes and Florentine elegance

Grand Deluxe Rooms

up to 2 guests
Grand Room

Grand Deluxe Rooms with generous proportions, frescoed details and views over the rooftops of historic Florence.

Grand Deluxe
King Bed

A suite in the palazzo

Junior Suites & Suites

up to 2 guests
Suite

Suites across the historic palazzo, with frescoed ceilings, sitting areas and antique furnishings, including the Da Verrazzano and Royal Suites.

Suite
Separate Sitting Room
Junior Suites & Suites
Santa Croce Royal Suite

260 sqm, frescoed, unforgettable

Santa Croce Royal Suite

up to 2 guests
Royal Suite

The Santa Croce Royal Suite at 260 sqm is among the largest suites in Florence, with frescoed ceilings, antique furniture and a grand salon for welcoming guests.

Royal Suite
260 sqm
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A frescoed palazzo in the heart of Florence, steps from the Basilica di Santa Croce.

Luxury Wedding Directory

Editorial

Location

Florence, Tuscany

Relais Santa Croce stands at Via Ghibellina 87, in the historic centre of Florence, directly opposite the Basilica di Santa Croce. The Uffizi Gallery is a short walk, the Ponte Vecchio and the Duomo are close at hand, and Florence Airport is about twenty minutes away. The city's greatest art, architecture and restaurants are all within easy reach.

Basilica di Santa Croce

Steps away

The Uffizi Gallery

About 5 minutes on foot

Ponte Vecchio

About 10 minutes on foot

Florence Airport (FLR)

About 20 minutes

Pricing and What to Expect

An 18th-Century Palazzo Wedding in the Heart of Florence.

Relais Santa Croce is an 18th-century noble palazzo on Via Ghibellina in the heart of Florence, a short walk from the Basilica di Santa Croce and steps from the city's greatest art. Part of Baglioni Hotels and Relais & Chateaux, the palazzo gathers frescoed salons, the majestic Sala della Musica ballroom and the Guelfi & Ghibellini restaurant within historic walls. Couples celebrate in the salon's 360-degree frescoes and before an antique fireplace, dine at the Guelfi & Ghibellini restaurant, and retire to suites including the 260 sqm Santa Croce Royal Suite. Venue hire starts from €7,000 (November to March) or €14,000 (April to October), exclusive of VAT and catering, with a two-night minimum.

From €7,000 venue hire
€7,000

Typically Includes

-The Sala della Musica for ceremonies and receptions (up to 80 seated / 150 standing)
-The Guelfi & Ghibellini restaurant for private dining and receptions
-A wedding coordinator, flowers and musical entertainment on request
-The Santa Croce Royal Suite or a selection of suites for the wedding couple
-Chauffeur-driven car for the bride and groom on request

Additional Costs

Catering, wines and decoration (quoted bespoke per event)
VAT at the prevailing rate

Relais Santa Croce is an 18th-century palazzo in central Florence with frescoed salons, the Sala della Musica (80 seated/150 buffet), the Guelfi & Ghibellini restaurant, and about 24 rooms and suites. Venue hire from €7,000 (Nov-Mar) or €14,000 (Apr-Oct), plus VAT, two-night minimum.

All pricing is indicative. Final investment varies by date, guest count, menu, and bespoke requirements. Contact the venue directly for a tailored proposal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Relais Santa Croce by Baglioni Hotels

A Renaissance palazzo in the heart of Florence, with 360-degree frescoed ceilings, an antique fireplace and views of the Basilica di Santa Croce: an unrivalled setting for a Florentine wedding celebration.

The Sala della Musica is a majestic frescoed salon for ceremonies and receptions of up to 150 guests. The Guelfi & Ghibellini restaurant hosts intimate private dinners for up to 30, and the private rooftop terrace looks out over the Florentine skyline.

The Guelfi & Ghibellini restaurant offers Mediterranean and Tuscan cuisine in a frescoed setting, with a focus on traditional flavours and contemporary variations. Through a partnership with the three-Michelin-star Enoteca Pinchiorri, guests can arrange bespoke gourmet dinners in the palazzo's private suites.

About 24 rooms and suites, from Classic and Deluxe Rooms to Junior Suites and signature suites, including the 260 sqm Santa Croce Royal Suite with frescoed ceilings and a grand antique salon.

A Florentine noble palazzo on Via Ghibellina, steps from the Basilica di Santa Croce, the Uffizi and the Ponte Vecchio, in the heart of the Renaissance city.

Venue hire from €7,000 (November to March) or €14,000 (April to October), plus VAT and catering, with a minimum two-night stay.

Via Ghibellina, Florence

Relais Santa Croce by Baglioni Hotels

Relais Santa Croce by Baglioni Hotels Via Ghibellina 87 50122 Florence, Tuscany, Italy

Getting Here

Via Ghibellina 87, in the historic centre of Florence

An 18th-century noble palazzo, Relais & Chateaux

Steps from the Basilica di Santa Croce

The frescoed Sala della Musica for events up to 150

About 24 rooms and suites, incl. the 260 sqm Royal Suite

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