Kempinski Palace Engelberg is a hotel destination wedding venue in Engelberg, Switzerland, hosting 170 at dinner and 370 at the ceremony.

Kempinski Palace Engelberg

EngelbergObwalden, Switzerland

Set in a historic building in the Swiss mountain village of Engelberg, Kempinski Palace Engelberg hosts weddings across a ballroom and meeting and banquet spaces, with room for 370 seated for a ceremony, 170 for a seated dinner and up to 400 standing.

Guests
170 at dinner370 at the ceremony
Rooms
129 rooms
Cost
CHF 299 to CHF 359a head
Getting there
ZRHabout 1 h 15 by car

About the venue

Set in a historic building in the Swiss mountain village of Engelberg, Kempinski Palace Engelberg hosts weddings across a ballroom and meeting and banquet spaces, with room for 370 seated for a ceremony, 170 for a seated dinner and up to 400 standing.

Mountain views, gardens, a pool and an on-site bar sit alongside 129 guest rooms, from Superior and Belle Epoque Rooms through to the Titlis and Park Suites.

Wedding pricing runs from CHF 299 to CHF 359 per head and covers catering, drinks, reception space and furniture, while accommodation is billed separately.

The hotel is roughly 75 minutes from Zurich Airport (ZRH), with a shuttle available and parking on site.

  • Ballroom plus meeting and banquet spaces, with indoor and outdoor reception options and dedicated dance space
  • Capacity for 370 seated at a ceremony, 170 at a seated dinner, or 400 standing
  • 129 rooms and suites, including Titlis, Park, Junior and Belle Epoque Suites sleeping up to 4
  • CHF 299-359 per head including catering, drinks, reception space and furniture (rooms not included)

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Capacity, rooms and facilities

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Capacity

Seated dinner
170 guests
Standing reception
400 guests
Ceremony, seated
370 guests

Staying over

Rooms
129 rooms
Room types
9 listed

House rules

Pets
Yes
Children
Yes
Nearest airport
ZRH, 75 min by car
Parking
Yes
Step-free access
Yes
Guest transport
Yes

Questions about the venue

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What does the wedding price include?
Packages run from CHF 299 to CHF 359 per head and include catering, drinks, the reception space and furniture. Guest rooms are not included and are charged separately.
How many guests can the venue hold?
The venue seats 370 for a ceremony and 170 for a seated dinner, and holds up to 400 standing.
Can we hold the ceremony or reception outside?
Yes. Both indoor and outdoor receptions are possible, and the property has gardens and mountain views.
How do guests get there from the airport?
The nearest airport is Zurich (ZRH), about 75 minutes away. A shuttle is available and there is parking on site.
Are children and pets welcome?
Yes, both children and pets are allowed, and the venue is accessible.

Sources and booking notes

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Venue wedding information

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Sources for individual venue facts
  • Seated dinner: 170 guests

    “Concert 370 Seminar 220 Banquet 170 Room height 7.4 Area 284 m 2”
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  • Standing reception: 400 guests

    “Although owned by the municipality and thus belonging to the people of Engelberg, the Kursaal, being integrated into our hotel complex, offers a spacious venue for weddings of up to 400 people.”
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  • Ceremony, seated: 370 guests

    “Concert 370 Seminar 220 Banquet 170 Room height 7.4 Area 284 m 2”
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  • Rooms: 129 rooms

    “The 129 rooms and suites exude modern Swiss flair and offer spectacular views of the beautiful alpine surroundings.”
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  • Room types: 9 listed

    “Premier Room”
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  • In-house catering: Yes

    “A uniquely exclusive venue with a view of the Engelberg mountain scenery, a highly motivated and dedicated team, our exquisite cuisine, and your personal wedding planner for the most beautiful day of your life – that is our promise to you!”
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  • Dietary options: Vegetarian and vegan

    “We have thoughtfully crafted a variety of exquisite vegetarian and vegan dishes across all of our dining experiences in Cattani, Palace Bar and in-room dining.”
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  • Bar on site: Yes

    “World-class gastronomy in the Cattani Restaurant and The Palace Bar; in winter, fondue is served in the rustic Chalet.”
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  • Price: CHF 299 to CHF 359 per head

    “Price: CHF 299 per person Additionally, Kempinski Palace Engelberg Titlis is pleased to offer a rehearsal dinner for two persons (excluding drinks) and an overnight stay in a suite for the wedding couple.”
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  • Included: Catering, drinks, reception space and furniture

    “- Hall rental for the aperitif and dinner”
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  • Not included: Rooms

    “Additionally, Kempinski Palace Engelberg Titlis is pleased to offer a rehearsal dinner for two persons (excluding drinks) and an overnight stay in a suite for the wedding couple.”
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  • Pets: Yes

    “Yes, dogs are very welcome in some areas of our hotel.”
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  • Children: Yes

    “We welcome our little guests from 08:00 to 18:00 in the pool area.”
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  • Nearest airport: ZRH, 75 min by car

    “Located in the Canton of Obwalden at 1,015 m (3,330 ft) above sea level, we are easily accessible all year round by plane, train, or car: ➔ Zurich Airport (ZRH): 101 km or 63 miles ➔ Basel Airport (BSL): 138 km or 86 miles ➔ Lucerne: 36 km or 22 miles ➔ Bern: 144 km or 89 miles”
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  • Parking: Yes

    “There are 110 paid parking spaces, of which twenty lots are equipped with electrical charging stations and seven wheelchair-accessible parking spaces at your disposal, all directly accessible by lift.”
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  • Step-free access: Yes

    “There are 110 paid parking spaces, of which twenty lots are equipped with electrical charging stations and seven wheelchair-accessible parking spaces at your disposal, all directly accessible by lift.”
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  • Guest transport: Yes

    “We offer a fee-based transfer service for up to 6 persons from Zurich Airport in a Mercedes V-Class.”
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  • Event spaces: Ballroom and banquet room

    “Meeting/banquet facilities”
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  • Reception indoors: Yes

    “Set against nature's playground, we offer beautiful indoor and outdoor locations to enjoy the wedding aperitif, while our transformative ballrooms entice both the bridal couple and their guests to unwind and celebrate in a stylish atmosphere.”
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  • Reception outdoors: Yes

    “Set against nature's playground, we offer beautiful indoor and outdoor locations to enjoy the wedding aperitif, while our transformative ballrooms entice both the bridal couple and their guests to unwind and celebrate in a stylish atmosphere.”
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  • Space for dancing: Yes

    “- Dance floor”
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  • Swimming pool: Yes

    “Guests can relax in the rooftop spa with its unique infinity pool.”
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  • Gardens: Yes

    “The beautiful park in front of the hotel and the stunning mountain backdrop make Kempinski Palace Engelberg an exceptional wedding location.”
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  • Mountain view: Yes

    “The 129 rooms and suites exude modern Swiss flair and offer spectacular views of the beautiful alpine surroundings.”
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  • Historic building: Yes

    “The Belle Epoque building combines historic grandeur with modern architecture.”
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  • Coordinator on the day: Yes

    “A uniquely exclusive venue with a view of the Engelberg mountain scenery, a highly motivated and dedicated team, our exquisite cuisine, and your personal wedding planner for the most beautiful day of your life – that is our promise to you!”
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CHF 299 to CHF 359a head

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