Hôtel Globe et Cecil is a hotel destination wedding venue in Lyon, France, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS), 30-40 minutes. Best months: June, July, August, September.
Hôtel Globe et Cecil
Hôtel Globe et Cecil stands apart as a restored Belle Époque property in Lyon's prestigious Presqu'île district, offering guests a genuine slice of 19th-century grandeur without the stuffiness of larger palace hotels.
About Hôtel Globe et Cecil
Hôtel Globe et Cecil stands apart as a restored Belle Époque property in Lyon's prestigious Presqu'île district, offering guests a genuine slice of 19th-century grandeur without the stuffiness of larger palace hotels.
Built in 1898, this intimate 4-star hotel is both ceremony venue and guest accommodation, eliminating logistics headaches and keeping your wedding party under one historic roof.
The 4.2/5 Google rating reflects consistent praise for its authentic character and personalized service approach.
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This was such a great hotel. The rooms were large, clean and modern. All staff were welcoming and polite. This will be our first choice hotel when we return.
Michelle Ratcliff · on Google →Capacity, rooms and facilities
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- LYS, 40 min by carAisle estimate
Venue highlights
- Built in 1898 and recently restored while preserving original Belle Époque architecture and period details
- Boutique size allows for personalized attention, approximately 50+ rooms available for guest accommodation
- Located at 21 Rue Gasparin in Lyon's Presqu'île, steps from Parc de la Tête d'Or and Vieux Lyon's Renaissance quarters
- On-site dining and bar facilities eliminate external catering dependencies for receptions
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
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Use this as a starting point and adapt it to your bookings and guests.
- 6:00 PMGuest arrivals and check-in; welcome reception in hotel lounge
- 8:00 PMCasual dinner for early arrivals in hotel restaurant
- 2:00 PMGuest arrival and room assignments continue
- 4:00 PMWedding ceremony in hotel's main salon
- 5:30 PMCocktail hour in adjoining lounge and terrace area
- 7:00 PMReception dinner and dancing in hotel ballroom
- 10:00 AMFarewell brunch for guests before departures
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- LYS · about 40 min by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport.
- Typical total
- €8,000-25,000+Aisle estimate
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€8,000-25,000+ (50-person wedding with 2-night guest stay)
- Ceremony fee
- €800-1,500Aisle estimate
- Reception
- €85-150 a headAisle estimate
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€85-150 (based on menu selections)
- Room rate
- €120-250 a nightAisle estimate
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€120-250 per room (Belle Époque and standard categories)
- Weather window
- June – September
The months the weather is kindest. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 04 78 42 58 95
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Costs vary significantly based on guest count, room selections, dining preferences, and season. Contact venue directly for customized proposals. Ceremony room rental often waived with minimum reception spend.
Questions about the venue
Can we host both ceremony and reception at the hotel?+
Yes. Hôtel Globe et Cecil offers multiple interior spaces suitable for ceremonies, cocktails, and dining receptions. The property functions as a complete venue with accommodation integrated.
How many guests can the venue accommodate?+
The hotel can host weddings ranging from 20 to 150 guests depending on your chosen room configuration and event style.
Are rooms reserved for wedding guests?+
The hotel manages room allocations for wedding parties. With 50+ rooms available, substantial guest accommodation is possible directly on-site.
What's the nearest airport?+
Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) is approximately 25km away, roughly 30-40 minutes by ground transfer depending on traffic.
Does the venue offer catering services?+
The hotel operates its own dining facilities and works with preferred catering partners to customize menus for wedding receptions.
Could this be your venue?
Ask about your plans, pricing and availability. You do not need a fixed date yet.
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Sources and booking notes
Confirm your dates, guest numbers, room arrangements and inclusions with the venue before booking. An enquiry does not reserve a date. Figures labelled Aisle estimate are modelled from regional rates and public sources; they are not venue quotes.