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Hotel Mercure Lyon EstChaponnay

Located in the Chaponnay industrial zone southeast of Lyon, Hotel Mercure Lyon Est sits on the Zac Du Chapotin plateau, offering straightforward modern accommodations and meeting facilities.

Ceremony
30 seated
Reception
200 seated
Nearest airport
LYS · 25-30 minutes
Open season
JuneNovember
Price range
$$$
Google rating
4.2 /5 · 1,036

Hotel Mercure Lyon Est Chaponnay is a hotel destination wedding venue in Chaponnay, France, hosting 30 to 200 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS), 25-30 minutes. Best months: June, July, August, November.

01 · In a sentence

Hotel Mercure Lyon Est Chaponnay in Chaponnay, open JuneNovember.

Located in the Chaponnay industrial zone southeast of Lyon, Hotel Mercure Lyon Est sits on the Zac Du Chapotin plateau, offering straightforward modern accommodations and meeting facilities.

The property provides direct access to regional transport links and proximity to Lyon's commercial districts.

With a 4.2-star Google rating, it serves as a practical base for celebrations requiring contemporary hotel infrastructure.

We stopped here as a stopover, on our way to the South of France. The room was excellent, the bed was ridiculously comfortable, the staff were extremely polite, helpful and friendly and the breakfast was top class. I would highly recommend staying here.

Brendan O'Grady · on Google
02 · What sets it apart

4 notes on the house.

Note 01

565 Rue Tony Garnier address places venue 12 km southeast of central Lyon

Note 02

Mercure brand offers standardized 4-star amenities across 100+ rooms

Note 03

On-site restaurant and bar facilities available for reception dining

Note 04

Direct access to A42 motorway for guest transportation logistics

03 · The season

Best held in June, July, August.

The months the weather — and the local rhythm — is kindest to a stay at Hotel Mercure Lyon Est Chaponnay.

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

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July 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
  • 18:00-22:00Guest arrival; welcome reception in hotel bar/lounge
Saturday · day 02
  • 10:00-11:30Ceremony in designated banquet room
  • 12:00-14:00Cocktail hour; photo session
  • 14:00-22:00Reception dinner and dancing in main banquet space
Sunday · day 03
  • 09:00-12:00Farewell breakfast; guest departures
06 · Practical

Things worth knowing.

Getting there

LYS · 25-30 minutes

Guests fly into Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport.

Typical total

€8,000-20,000

Costs are estimates based on Mercure brand standards. Final pricing requires direct quote from hotel events department. No official wedding package pricing available online.

Ceremony fee

Contact hotel for tiered room rental rates

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

Reception

€45-75 / head

A seated dinner with wine and service, by headcount.

Room rate

€80-140 / 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.

Figures are estimates, modeled from regional rates and public sources — not a quote from the house. Once the venue claims this page, their own rates take precedence.

07 · Questions

Asked along the way.

What are the ceremony and reception options at this venue?+

The hotel offers indoor banquet facilities and meeting rooms suitable for ceremonies and receptions. Contact the Accor events team directly at the hotel for specific room configurations, capacity details, and catering options.

How many guests can the venue accommodate?+

Specific capacity varies by room selection. The hotel operates multiple event spaces; contact their events department for exact guest counts for your planned layout.

What accommodation is available for guests?+

The property features 100+ guest rooms at standard Mercure hotel rates, allowing wedding parties to lodge on-site throughout multi-day celebrations.

Is parking available for guests?+

Yes, on-site parking is available. Verify current parking fees and capacity with the hotel directly when booking.

What is the cancellation policy?+

Standard Accor hotel cancellation terms apply. Confirm event-specific cancellation policies with the hotel's events coordinator before signing contracts.

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