Castello di Ugento

An unforgettable setting for your Italian wedding! A luxury 5* boutique hotel with nine rooms and suites, which have all been lovingly curated with modern pieces from top Italian designers.

Castello di Ugento is immersed in the region's rich culinary and cultural history. This award winning destination can host civil legally binding as well as symbolic ceremonies, followed by a formal reception and party in to the early hours.

The castle can be booked out exclusively for a completely private ceremony and reception. The chefs come from the Michelin Guide rated, Il Tempo Nuovo, and love to create unique culinary masterpieces for your wedding. You will work together to get inspired and create your ideal wedding meal.

CONTACT THE TEAM

Airports

2hr 30m from Bari Airport, 1hr 15m from Salento Airport (Brindisi)

Accommodation

Sleeps 18 guests in 9 rooms

Wet weather

Yes

Air conditioning

Yes

Catering

In-house catering which varies from €130 to €150/person depending on menu choice

Supplier policy

Preferred supplier list

Booking policy

Open all year for bookings.

Where to stay

Complementing the services and rooms available within the castle’s walls, the castle collaborates with nearby properties to give your wedding guests additional options for accommodation, a list can be provided and many offer preferable rates

Accessibility

All outside spaces are completely accessible

Max wedding guests

250

Church

Cathedral of Ugento (200m from castle), Santuario de Santa Maria de Leuca (25km), Cathedral of Gallipoli (30km)

Civil ceremony

Yes

Price 2026

THE RESIDENCE WEEKEND
3-Day & 2-Night for 80 guests, €35,000 (incl. VAT)
o 2-night exclusive hire, nine suites with breakfast (≈18–20 adults + children).
o Ceremony on-site or at the Cathedral (200m).
o Four course wedding reception for 80 with Pugliese wines.
o Open Bar (3 hours) for 80 guests after dinner.
o DJ for after-party.
o Full rain plan and indoor late‐night dancing permitted.
o Everything else is bespoke & quoted to concept (production, styling, entertainment upgrades, etc.).

WINTER CANDLELIGHT PRIVATA
3-Day & 2-Night for 80 guests, €42,000 (incl. VAT)
o The castle in full festive dress for two nights of indoor ceremony, dinner and dancing.
o Aula Magna, Il Tempo Nuovo, and the Piano Nobile opened as your private stages.
o Defined availability window for 2025/26 and 2026/27 (December to March).
o Exclusive hire, nine suites with breakfast (≈18–20 adults + children).
o Ceremony on-site or at the Cathedral (200m).
o Four course wedding reception for 80 with Pugliese wines.
o Open Bar (3 hours) for 80 guests after dinner.
o DJ for after-party.
o Full rain plan and indoor late‐night dancing permitted.
o Everything else is bespoke & quoted to concept (production, styling, entertainment upgrades, etc.).

Catering:
o Bespoke menus by our Michelin-recognized kitchen; vegetarian, vegan, kosher/halal handled with care.
o Classic reception: canapés with four courses and local wines.
o €140 per person for a four-course dinner; pairing upgrades and signature dessert room on request.
o Excludes particular rentals and the wedding cake.
o Children & vendor meals available on request.