Hotel

Château Voltaire

75001 Paris, France, France20–150 guests$$$

Type:Hotel

Capacity:20–150 guests

Budget:$$$

Airport:Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), 30–45 minutes

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.

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Highlights

18th-century palace with 6 distinct salon spaces ranging from 30 to 150 guests per room
On-site accommodations with 45 guest rooms available for wedding parties
Walking distance to Louvre Museum, Tuileries Garden, and Seine riverbanks for photography
Full culinary services with in-house kitchen and sommelier-curated wine selections
Google rating of 4.6/5 from verified guests and wedding attendees

Quick facts

Capacity20–150 guests

Venue typeHotel

Price range$$$

LocationFrance

Nearest airportCDG

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Plan your wedding at Château Voltaire

Getting there

Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)

30–45 minutes to venue

Private car/limousine

€70–€120

30–45 minutes · Direct transfer to Rue Saint-Roch; hotel can arrange

RER B train + taxi

€15–€25

40–50 minutes · Train from CDG to central Paris, then 5-minute taxi to venue

Orly Airport transfer

€60–€100

25–30 minutes · Orly is 8 miles south; private car or Orlybus + metro

Cost estimate

Ceremony / venue fee

€2,000–€3,500 (venue rental + staff)

Reception (per guest)

€120–€200 (food, beverage, service)

Accommodation (per night)

€250–€450 (standard to premium room rates)

Estimated total

€18,000–€35,000+ (100 guests, 2-day event with 30 overnight rooms)

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.

Sample wedding weekend

Friday evening

18:00–21:00Cocktail reception in Grand Foyer; guests arrive and check into rooms

Saturday

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

09:00–11:00Farewell brunch in private salon for remaining guests

This is a sample itinerary. Your wedding weekend can be fully customized.

Frequently asked questions

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.