My Secret Italy has carefully selected the most romantic venues for you to choose from.

My Secret Italy have also hand picked a selection of hotels to suit all tastes. If you would like more information or details of the venues, please contact enquiries@mysecretitaly.co.uk If you are interested in any other hotels in the area, plesase let us know.

If you are a wedding guest and would like to book one of the hotels, please email your details, preferred dates and contact number and My Secret Italy will be in touch with availability and prices.

IL Castello - The Castle in village of Castellabate which dates back to Medieval times. You can marry in the courtyard of the castle. Perfect for weddings with 20-150 guests. Guests can meet at the gate of the castle and enjoy breath taking views across the Bay of Salerno across to the Amalfi Coast. After the ceremony enjoy prosecco whilst you sign the wedding register. When you leave the castle, there is an opportunity to cut the ribbon which is placed across the castle entrance. This is considered good luck in Italy. As you leave the castle a flurry of fresh rose petals will fall down on you both.

Venues, Castellabate

Belvedere - Belvedere means "Wonderful View.." From this terrace you can watch the sun setting over the islands of Capri and Ishchia. You can marry on an amazing flower filled terrace overlooking the coast and seaside town of Santa Maria di Castellabte and also where you can choose to eat after your ceremony. The Terrace at Belvedere is an exclusive venue for My Secret Italy and this venue is perfect for a wedding party up to 50 people.

Venues, Castellabate

Lido Azzuro - The Lido is owned by Franco and his wife Rosanna. They have a famous restaurant on the sea front know as the Lido Azzuro. Here you can enjoy an informal wedding ceremony, a few steps away from the sea. You can opt to have the ceremony at the Lido or you can enjoy a perfect evening meal close to the sea as the sun sets. Candles are lit out at sea and the venue is ideal for up to 130 guests.

Venues, Santa Maria

Exclusive terrace at the beautiful Torre Perroti which dates back to the 17th Century.
Perfect for a sunset wedding, with lots of candles on a Terrace which boasts excellent sea views. The Torre is in Santa Maria di Castellabte and steeped in history. After the wedding you can enjoy a glass of Prosecco and canapes on the terrace.

Venues, Torre Perroti Santa Maria di Castellabate

The Garden Riviera Hotel.
The Garden Riviera Hotel is a an old Villa which dates back to the 19th century. It has been renovated and still reflects the old characteristic arched foundations inside. Located in one of the most evocative and panoramic settings of Santa Maria di Castellabate, immersed between secular trees and a few minutes walk from the transparent sea, the Hotel Garden Riviera is to be recommended as destination for those who want to spend a comfortable and relaxing stay in one of the most beautiful places on the Cilento Coast. The hotel has a wonderful pool and has a courtesy bus to take you to the wonderful beach at Santa Maria, or you can walk to the town which is about 10 minutes away. They offer standard or superior rooms. It is also possible to arrange a wedding at Garden Riviera. Stay 7 nights (not July or August) and pay for only 6.

Hotels, Santa Maria di Castellabate

Palazetto -The palace is situated on the beach, in Santa Maria's historical centre. It dates back to the 1800's, but has been completely restructured and now contains 6 self catering apartments.

All flats are furnished in marine style and are equipped with satellite TV and a small safety deposit box and many other ammenities. They all have a beautiful sea views.

Hotels, Santa Maria di Castellabate

Palazzo Jaquinto

In an ideal position, adjacent to a golden sandy beach, Palazzo Jaquinto can offer a combination of accommodations in an a historical residence.

Each suite has a double-bedroom, leaving room with sofa-bed , fully equipped kitchenette, fridge, air-conditioning, safe, telephone, satellite TV, Wi-FI connection, bathroom with shower, bath-tub and steam-bath. Everything needed for recreating the atmosphere of a noble residence. This is an exciting new hotel. Stay 6 nights and pay for 5. Complimentary transfer from Naples and breakfast. Special offer for all bookings made in January 2010.

Hotels, Santa Maria di Castellabate

Il Cenito -

My Secret Italy only recently discovered the adorable Il Cenito. The bed and breakfast is situated a few minutes drive from San Marco and Santa Maria.Il Cenito is an old restructured cottage set in the marvellous landscape of Cilento, surrounded by age-old olive trees. The property is surrounded by 360 panoramic views of the countryside. There are 6 double rooms and 1 single, all with air conditioning and private bathroom. There is a beautiful terrace where you can enjoy afternoon tea or an appreritivo before going for dinner in one of the fabulous restaurants in the area. Il Cenito is perfect for a honeymoon, intimate wedding or a wedding group. My Secret Italy are organizing a cookery school for late summer 2009 and Summer 2010.

Venues, Hotels, San Marco

La Corallina - A beautiful bed and breakfast situated in an historic building. La Corallina, has recently been rebuilt and has always belonged to the Rizzo Family. It has been renovated in Libery style and has 9 suites all finely furnished with fine woods, air conditioning, safety deposit box, mini bar and balcony with sea view. A charming place to stay.

Hotels, San Marco

L'Approdo - This is a hotel that is situated in San Marco a short bus ride from Santa Maria. It is on the sea front and overlooks the harbour of San Marco. From here you can catch the ferry to Capri or the Amalfi Coast. The hotel has a private beach. The L’Approdo offers 52 residence apartments and 24 hotel suites, swimming pool and private beach with chairs and sun umbrellas, restaurant, reception, bar, mini club with children’s pool. The is regular entertainment with shows, sports programmes and a music bar. The apartments and suites are on the first, second and third floor (5 suites on the 4th floor), they all have balconies with sea view.

Hotels, San Marco

Hermitage - San Marco Set in Cilento's National Park, amid its own extensive natural gardens with magnificent views of the bay, Hotel Hermitage is just over half a mile from the village of San Marco di Castellabate.

Comfortable guestrooms, some looking out over towards the picturesque UNESCO declared world heritage hilltop site of Castellabate, are housed behind the stone-clad villa façade and traditional wooden shutters. The hotel also has an attractive and spacious restaurant, which has a terrace overlooking the pool. This terrace is the idyllic place for sitting back and relaxing on after a day at the beach, visiting nearby towns or having walked the trails that meander through the stunning national park.

Hotels, San Marco di Castellabate

Residenca D' Epoca 1861- this hotel dates back to 1861 and is perfect choice for bride and groom. The rooms are spacious and beautifully decorated. There is a small bar and a new restaurant opening in 2009.

My Secret Italy recommend this hotel for the bride and Groom as it is spacious and perfect for the bride to prepare for her wedding day. You can hear the sea when you fall asleep and the rooms have many old original features which add to your Italian experience. The hotel is managed by Carlo and he is very professional and goes out of his way to ensure that the bride and groom have a memorable stay.

Hotels, Santa Maria di Castellabate