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ChâteauVoltaire

Château Voltaire stands apart as a restored 18th-century palace in central Paris's 1st arrondissement, offering an authentic aristocratic setting without requiring travel outside the city.

Ceremony
20 seated
Reception
150 seated
Nearest airport
CDG · 30–45 minutes
Open season
JuneNovember
Price range
$$$
Rating
4.6 /5 · 171

Château Voltaire is a hotel destination wedding venue in Paris, France, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), 30–45 minutes. Best months: June, July, August, November.

01 · In a sentence

Château Voltaire in Paris, open JuneNovember.

Château Voltaire stands apart as a restored 18th-century palace in central Paris's 1st arrondissement, offering an authentic aristocratic setting without requiring travel outside the city.

The venue preserves original architectural details—ornate moldings, parquet floors, and crystal chandeliers—across multiple interconnected salons, each scaled for different ceremony and reception configurations.

Located steps from the Louvre and Tuileries Garden, it delivers European grandeur with immediate access to Paris's most iconic monuments.

Stayed in the Chateau Voltaire for one night. Beautiful hotel, very cozy rooms and the design all around was excellent. Early check in was available. The bar is very cool. The roomservice food was very good and healthy. I will completely stay again in this hotel, price benefit is perfect.

Felix Echeverz
02 · What sets it apart

4 notes, from the desk.

Note 01

18th-century palace with 6 distinct salon spaces ranging from 30 to 150 guests per room

Note 02

On-site accommodations with 45 guest rooms available for wedding parties

Note 03

Walking distance to Louvre Museum, Tuileries Garden, and Seine riverbanks for photography

Note 04

Full culinary services with in-house kitchen and sommelier-curated wine selections

03 · The season

Best held in June, July, August.

The months the weather — and the local rhythm — is kindest to a stay at Château Voltaire.

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Peak · booked earlyOpen · typically availableShoulder · quieterClosed to weddings
04 · Hold a date

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May 2026
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05 · A sample weekend

How the weekend usually runs.

Yours will be different — nothing below is required. Every planning begins with the three meals you most want to eat, and builds outward.

Friday evening · day 01
  • 18:00–21:00Cocktail reception in Grand Foyer; guests arrive and check into rooms
Saturday · day 02
  • 10:00–11:00Ceremony in Grand Salon; seating for up to 120
  • 11:30–13:00Aperitif and canapés in Salon Louis XVI
  • 13:30–17:00Seated lunch in Dining Hall; speeches and toasts
  • 18:00–23:00Evening reception with dancing in Grand Salon; dessert service at 20:00
Sunday · day 03
  • 09:00–11:00Farewell brunch in private salon for remaining guests
06 · Practical

Things worth knowing.

Getting there

CDG · 30–45 minutes

Guests fly into Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport. The desk arranges every transfer.

Typical total

€18,000

Pricing varies by season, guest count, and menu selection. Off-season rates (November–March, excluding holidays) offer 10–15% discounts. Ceremony fee includes salon setup, tables, linens, and basic lighting.

Ceremony fee

€2,000

A one-time licence and setup fee, paid to the venue.

Reception

€120 / head

A seated dinner with wine and service, by headcount.

Room rate

€250 / night

A standard room in the wedding window. Group rates on request.

Weather window

June – November

4 viable months. Shoulder dates soften the light and the rates.

07 · Questions

Asked along the way.

What is the guest capacity?+

Château Voltaire accommodates 20–150 guests depending on salon selection and layout configuration. Multiple rooms can be opened for larger celebrations.

Are overnight accommodations included?+

Yes. The venue operates 45 guest rooms on-site. Wedding packages can include room blocks at negotiated rates for family and wedding parties.

What is the ceremony space like?+

The Grand Salon features original parquet floors, crown molding, and natural light from floor-to-ceiling windows. A separate chapel salon with vaulted ceilings is also available.

Can we bring an external caterer?+

No. Château Voltaire requires use of its in-house catering team. Custom menus and wine pairings are available at all price points.

What is the nearest airport?+

Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) is 14 miles away with a 30–45 minute transfer time via car or train. Orly Airport (ORY) is 8 miles away with a 25–30 minute transfer.

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A note to the desk with a rough season and guest count. We hold dates in pencil for three weeks before confirmation. A reply comes within two business days, from a person by name.