Hotel Il Pellicano
Legendary 1960s Tuscan retreat on Monte Argentario cliffs. Michelin-starred dining and timeless elegance on the Tyrrhenian coast.
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Overlooking the cliffs of Monte Argentario, Hotel Il Pellicano is a legendary Tuscan retreat founded in the 1960s by aviator Michael Graham and socialite Patsy Daszel. Originally a private club for friends and jet-set guests, today it offers timeless Italian charm, Michelin-starred dining, and unforgettable celebrations on the Tyrrhenian coast.
Pricing guide
We share a guide figure upfront so you can assess fit before enquiring — tailored quotes are provided directly by the venue.
Venue hire
Indicative pricing — varies by season, guest count, and scope. Tailored quotes available on request.
- Use of all 50 rooms and common areas
- Buffet gourmet breakfast served in the main restaurant
- Soft drinks and snacks from minibar included
- VIP treatment and daily newspaper in room
- Use of the heated outdoor pool
Understanding the quote
Final pricing is shaped by a handful of key factors. Understanding these helps you plan a realistic budget before your first conversation with the venue.
- Season — peak summer commands a premium
- Guest count — directly impacts catering and staffing
- Buyout scope — full venue vs partial use
- Stay length — number of nights for celebrations
- Catering packages — dinner tiers and menu choices
- Extras — florals, entertainment, transfers
Accommodation & logistics
One of the most searched questions from couples — we surface it early because it directly shapes how a wedding weekend can be designed.
Getting there
Porto Ercole, Tuscany — plan transfers as a key part of the weekend logistics.
- Pisa: 210 km / 2h30
- Rome Termini: 165 km / 2h30
- Orbetello: 14 km / 20min
- Civitavecchia: 84 km / 1h15
- Livorno: 200 km / 2h25
- Rome Fiumicino Airport: 145 km / 1h45
- Rome Ciampino Airport: 165 km / 2h
- Grosseto: 56 km / 1h
- Pisa Airport: 210 km / 2h20
- Florence: 205 km / 2h30
- Porto Ercole: 10 km / 20min
What makes Hotel Il Pellicano different
50 Rooms & Suites
Ristorante Il Pellicano (1* Michelin)
Pelligrill – Tuscan Grill
Pelliclub Health & Beauty Centre
Heated seawater outdoor pool
Private terrace beach with elevator
The setting in pictures
1 image of Hotel Il Pellicano.
Spaces & capacities
Ristorante Il Pellicano Terrace
Michelin-starred terrace dining with panoramic Tyrrhenian Sea views
Ristorante Il Pellicano Indoor
Elegant indoor dining with sophisticated Tuscan cuisine
Pelligrill
Authentic Tuscan grill restaurant with Mediterranean ambiance
Bar All'Aperto
Open-air bar perfect for welcome cocktails and evening aperitifs
Outdoor Pool
Stunning heated seawater infinity pool overlooking the coast
Beach Club
Private beach club with elevator access and spectacular sea views
| Event Space | Cocktail | Seated | Buffet | Ceremony |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ristorante Il Pellicano Terrace Michelin-starred terrace dining with panoramic Tyrrhenian Sea views | 100 | 100 | 70 | – |
| Ristorante Il Pellicano Indoor Elegant indoor dining with sophisticated Tuscan cuisine | 100 | 100 | 70 | – |
| Pelligrill Authentic Tuscan grill restaurant with Mediterranean ambiance | 90 | 90 | 70 | 100 |
| Bar All'Aperto Open-air bar perfect for welcome cocktails and evening aperitifs | 120 | – | – | – |
| Outdoor Pool Stunning heated seawater infinity pool overlooking the coast | 120 | – | – | 100 |
| Beach Club Private beach club with elevator access and spectacular sea views | 120 | 90 | – | 100 |
Common questions
Answers to the questions most couples ask before enquiring.
Is exclusive use required?
Yes, all 50 rooms and common areas are included for exclusive events, providing complete privacy for your celebration.
What's included with exclusive use?
Gourmet breakfast, minibar, heated outdoor pool, private beach access with elevator, spa and Caldarium, tennis court, gym, VIP treatment, Wi-Fi, and parking.
Do you have Michelin-starred dining?
Yes, Ristorante Il Pellicano has been awarded 1 Michelin star, offering exceptional Italian cuisine with stunning coastal views.
What wellness and group activities are available?
We offer cooking classes with our Executive Chef, sailing trips, sport fishing, scuba diving, golf lessons, wine tastings, boat excursions to Giglio and Giannutri islands, thermal bath visits to Saturnia, and horse riding excursions.
Are transfers available?
Yes, we can arrange private transfers by limousine, luxury bus, or helicopter for your convenience.
Hotel Il Pellicano — wedding venue in Porto Ercole, Tuscany
Il Pellicano was the result of a love story between Michael Graham, a British Royal Air Force (RAF) aviator and the only survivor of a plane crash in Africa in the mid-1950s, and Patsy Daszel, socialite of the American jet set, who cut out an article about the plane crash and pasted it in her diary with the hope that someday she would meet the charming British soldier.
Like a fairy tale, her wish came true. Patsy and Michael met during a party in Pelican Point in California, and it was love at first sight. After travelling extensively around the world, the couple arrived in Tuscany, on the Monte Argentario peninsula, where they discovered this corner of heaven, reminiscent of the location of their first encounter. In this stretch of cliffs overlooking the sea, with the magnificent nature of Monte Argentario as the only background, Michael and Patsy decided to build Hotel Il Pellicano.
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Tell us a little about your plans and we'll connect you directly with the venue team for a personalised response.
Before you enquire
The more context you share, the more tailored the response from the venue team.
- Your approximate wedding date or preferred month
- Estimated guest count and how many staying on site
- Your budget range (helps us confirm realistic fit)
- Whether you'd like exclusive use of the property
- Any specific priorities — food, ceremony style, photography
- How far along you are with planning