The Terrazza Belvedere, above the Tyrrhenian at Tropea, Villa Paola
Calabria

Villa Paola

Former convent and five-star boutique hotel above Tropea on Calabria's Costa degli Dei

5.03 reviews
Venue highlights
On requestStarting from
Up to 90Guestsseated for dinner
39 kmNearest airportLamezia Terme
About Villa Paola

Villa Paola is a former convent above Tropea, reworked as a five-star boutique hotel and taken privately for weddings of up to 90 guests, with sea-view terraces, a pool and a Thalasso spa.

Villa Paola stands above the old town of Tropea on Calabria's Costa degli Dei, the Coast of the Gods. It was once a convent, with centuries of history, and has been reworked as a five-star boutique hotel. Whitewashed cloisters, vaulted rooms and quiet courtyards give way to terraces and gardens that fall towards the Tyrrhenian Sea, with the Aeolian Islands on the horizon.

The property is taken privately for weddings and events of up to 90 guests. Symbolic ceremonies are held on the sea-view terraces, among them the Terrazza Belvedere, and the legal civil ceremony takes place at the local town hall. Dinners are prepared by the in-house De' Minimi restaurant, using Calabrian ingredients and produce from the convent's own vegetable garden. A pool, gardens and a Thalasso spa add to the weekend, and the isolated position allows celebrations to continue late into the night. Lamezia Terme airport is about 50 minutes away.

At a glance

The Essentials

Where
Tropea, Calabria, Italy
Capacity
Up to 90 guests
Stay
Rooms and suites in four categories
Ceremony
Symbolic ceremony on the sea-view terraces
Price
On enquiry
Exclusive use
The former convent, taken privately
Catering
In-house, by the De' Minimi restaurant
Nearest airport
Lamezia Terme, about 50 minutes by road
Leisure
Pool, gardens and Thalasso spa

A convent above the Coast of the Gods

Villa Paola occupies a former convent with centuries of history above Tropea, the cliff-top town that crowns Calabria's Costa degli Dei. Whitewashed cloisters, vaulted ceilings and quiet courtyards sit above bays and white-sand beaches, and the Aeolian Islands and the cone of Stromboli appear on the horizon.

A convent above the Coast of the Gods

Ceremonies on the terraces

Symbolic ceremonies take place on the sea-view terraces, including the Terrazza Belvedere, facing the Aeolian Islands. Receptions and dinners follow on the terraces, in the cloisters and gardens, for up to 90 guests. The legal civil ceremony is held at the local town hall.

Ceremonies on the terraces

Dining from the convent garden

The De' Minimi restaurant caters every wedding in-house, serving fine dining drawn from Calabria with much of the produce grown in the convent's own vegetable garden. Dinners are laid on the terraces above the sea or beneath the vaulted rooms, with regional wines.

Dining from the convent garden
A Former Convent

A Former Convent

A 5-star boutique hotel in a convent of centuries-long history above Tropea, taken privately for weddings on the Coast of the Gods.

The Venue

Above the Sea

Symbolic ceremonies on sea-view terraces facing the Aeolian Islands and the smoking cone of Stromboli.

Weddings
Above the Sea
De' Minimi

De' Minimi

In-house fine dining drawn from the flavours of Calabria and the convent's own vegetable garden.

Dining

Privately Yours

The convent, its cloisters, pool and rooms, taken privately for one celebration of up to 90 guests.

The Convent
Privately Yours
Exclusive use and buyout

The whole of Villa Paola, to yourselves

The former convent is taken privately for a wedding or event, with its cloisters, terraces, pool and rooms given over to one celebration.

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Villa Paola

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Location

Calabria

Villa Paola is above Tropea, on the Costa degli Dei in Calabria: about fifty minutes from Lamezia Terme Airport, on the cliffs of the Tyrrhenian coast facing the Aeolian Islands. The old town, the beaches and the sea surround it, easily reached yet entirely apart above the Coast of the Gods.

Tropea old town & the seaAbove the town
Beaches of the Costa degli DeiA few minutes
Aeolian Islands, on the horizonAcross the Tyrrhenian
Lamezia Terme (SUF)39 km

Villa Paola

Tropea, 89861 Vibo Valentia, Calabria, Italy

Things to do nearby

  • Tropea old town · our pick for guests' free day
  • Beaches of the Costa degli Dei · our pick for guests' free day
  • Aeolian Islands and Stromboli · our pick for guests' free day

Getting there

  • Lamezia Terme (SUF)Airport · 39 km
  • Reggio Calabria (REG)Airport · 71 km
Reviews

What guests say

5.0 3 reviews
Wedding

Absolutely splendid

Wow, in a word.
We stumbled across villa Paola in 2023 and just knew it was perfect for our wedding.

We booked the hotel for exclusive use in April for our 24 guests. Although we had our wedding here ( I’d highly recommend) we also stayed prior and after the celebrations and I have to say Deborah and the team were exceptional. Nothing was too much trouble, the staff were so friendly and accommodating.

The food is out of this world, fresh and traditional with a Villa Paola twist. Service and presentation along with wine recommendations are some of the best we have had the pleasure of experiencing.

The rooms were cleaned daily and to a high standard, fresh water and mini bar replenishments daily along with complimentary robes and slippers.

The gardens were beautifully manicured were necessary and it was also lovely to see the villa with some traditional rustic areas too. I would highly recommend a glass of wine as the sun sets over the town at golden hour!

Location is something that needs to be considered as it is a short walk to the town (not well lit in the evenings) however the Villa were more than happy to arrange taxis for guests in our party that required them. Most were happy to walk off the exquisite selection of foods served throughout our stay!

We will definitely return as frequent visitors to Tropea. Thank you for being a key part to our stress free wedding and stay.

Lisa KMay 2024 · TripAdvisor review
More reviews
Wedding

A Fairytale

We had a recent trip to Tropea for our daughter's wedding at Villa Paola.
The venue and staff provided for an extraordinary experience. The attention to every detail was spectacular. The service was impeccable and the kindness we received at every level was immeasurable. Our stay at the Villa was more than we could have ever imagined!
It was a magical fairytale come to life.
Many wedding guests contacted us in the days following the celebration with heartfelt compliments in having attending such a stunning event.
All the 5 senses are engaged at this magical venue that will live in our hearts and minds forever.
Tropea is indeed a beautiful city, a true treasure in Calabria. It is filled with fun, beauty, excitement and peace and solitude all at the same time.

mary MJul 2024 · TripAdvisor review
Wedding

Fairytale

We had the most incredible experience at this villa in Italy for our elopement and wedding celebration! The setting was absolutely breathtaking and truly made our day unforgettable. The food was beyond amazing, every meal was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented.
A huge special thank you goes to Deborah, the events coordinator, who was an absolute lifesaver throughout the whole process. She went above and beyond to make everything seamless, from the planning stages to the celebration itself. Her support and attention to detail made our wedding stress-free and perfect.
The villa itself was spotless, beautifully maintained, and felt like the best place we could have ever chosen to begin this new chapter in our lives. We can’t recommend it highly enough, an absolute dream come true!

Katelyn RSept 2025 · TripAdvisor review
Frequently asked questions

Villa Paola

Where is Villa Paola?

Above Tropea on the Costa degli Dei in Calabria, on the cliffs of the Tyrrhenian coast facing the Aeolian Islands. Lamezia Terme airport is about 50 minutes away.

Can the property be taken exclusively?

Yes. The former convent is taken privately for weddings and events, with its cloisters, terraces, pool and rooms given to one celebration and the wedding party staying overnight.

How many guests can Villa Paola host?

The property holds a maximum of 90 guests for an event. The team can talk through numbers for your date.

Is there accommodation?

Yes. Rooms and suites come in four categories, Deluxe, Executive, Junior Suite and Prestige, inside the former convent, and many open to the sea.

What kind of ceremonies are possible?

Symbolic ceremonies are held on the sea-view terraces facing the Aeolian Islands. The legal civil ceremony in Italy takes place at the local town hall, and the team can advise on arrangements.

Who does the catering?

The in-house De' Minimi restaurant cooks fine dining drawn from Calabria and the convent's own vegetable garden, served on the terraces or within the vaulted rooms.

Is there a pool or spa?

Yes. There is an outdoor pool with sea views and an on-site Thalasso spa, alongside the cloisters and gardens.

What does a wedding cost?

The property sets no fixed wedding price. Please contact the team for availability and a bespoke proposal.

Can the celebration run late?

Yes. The isolated setting allows celebrations to continue late into the Calabrian night.