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Mandarin Oriental Palace, Luzern is a hotel destination wedding venue in Luzern, Switzerland, hosting 160 at dinner and 210 at the ceremony.

Mandarin Oriental Palace, Luzern

LuzernSwitzerland

Set on the shores of Lake Lucerne in a historic building with mountain views, Mandarin Oriental Palace, Luzern hosts ceremonies for up to 210 seated guests, seated dinners for 160 and standing receptions for 200.

Guests
160 at dinner210 at the ceremony
Rooms
136 rooms
Getting there
ZRHabout 50 min by car

About the venue

Set on the shores of Lake Lucerne in a historic building with mountain views, Mandarin Oriental Palace, Luzern hosts ceremonies for up to 210 seated guests, seated dinners for 160 and standing receptions for 200.

The hotel has 136 rooms and suites, from Superior Rooms for two to the Lake View Tower Suite sleeping five, so wedding parties can stay on site.

Indoor and outdoor receptions are both possible, with gardens, an on-site bar, in-house catering and an on-site coordinator to handle the planning.

A full buyout is available but not required, and the property sits roughly 50 minutes by transfer from Zurich Airport (ZRH).

  • Lakefront setting with mountain views in a historic building
  • Ceremonies for up to 210 seated guests; 160 seated for dinner, 200 standing
  • 136 rooms and suites, including the Lake View Tower Suite for up to 5 guests
  • Indoor and outdoor reception options, plus gardens and an on-site bar

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Capacity, rooms and facilities

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Capacity

Seated dinner
160 guests
Standing reception
200 guests
Ceremony, seated
210 guests

Staying over

Rooms
136 rooms
Room types
18 listed
Whole property to yourselves
Yes
Whole property must be taken with the wedding
No

Services

Coordinator on the day
Yes

Getting there

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Nearest airport
ZRH, 50 min by car

Questions about the venue

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How many guests can the venue hold?
The venue seats up to 210 guests for a ceremony, 160 for a seated dinner, and accommodates 200 for a standing reception.
Can we hold the ceremony or reception outdoors?
Yes. Both indoor and outdoor receptions are possible, and the property includes gardens and a lakefront setting.
Can guests stay at the hotel?
Yes, there are 136 rooms and suites, including Superior Rooms and Lake View Rooms for two, Junior Suites for up to three, Lake View Suites for up to four, and a Lake View Tower Suite for up to five. Accessible Superior Rooms and an Accessible Lake View Junior Suite are also available.
Is catering and planning support provided?
Yes. Catering is handled in-house and there is an on-site coordinator, plus a bar on the property.
How do we get there, and can we book the whole property?
The nearest airport is Zurich (ZRH), approximately a 50-minute transfer. A full buyout is available but not required; pricing is quoted in CHF. Contact molzn-events@mohg.com or +41 41 588 2193.

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Sources for individual venue facts

  • Seated dinner: 160 guests

    “With space for up to 160 guests, the light and airy Edelweiss Ballroom is an exquisite, contemporary space with access out to an outdoor terrace overlooking the lake and mountains.”
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  • Standing reception: 200 guests

    “Cocktail 200 people”
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  • Ceremony, seated: 210 guests

    “Ceremony 210 people”
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  • Rooms: 136 rooms

    “136 elegant, spacious and chic guestrooms (24 to 62sqm), including 45 of the city`s largest suites (45 to 135sqm).”
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  • Room types: 18 listed

    “Superior Lake View Room with Balcony”
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  • Whole property to yourselves: Yes

    “Full hotel buyouts are available for private events and celebrations.”
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  • Whole property must be taken with the wedding: No

    “Featuring an outdoor terrace for private receptions, the Edelweiss Ballroom provides an exquisite setting for gala dinners, lakeside weddings, anniversaries, and distinguished celebrations.”
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  • In-house catering: Yes

    “Our accomplished culinary team, led by Executive Chef Gilad Peled, whose expertise includes Michelin-starred cuisine, will inspire and delight with innovative menus thoughtfully designed to exceed the expectations of you and your guests.”
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  • Bar on site: Yes

    “With four restaurants and one bar, the hotel is an epicurean destination within the city and trumps with a wide variety of culinary delights while maintaining the highest standards.”
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  • Nearest airport: ZRH, 50 min by car

    “ZRH”
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  • Event spaces: Banquet room

    “Meeting/banquet facilities”
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  • Reception indoors: Yes

    “Featuring an outdoor terrace for private receptions, the Edelweiss Ballroom provides an exquisite setting for gala dinners, lakeside weddings, anniversaries, and distinguished celebrations.”
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  • Reception outdoors: Yes

    “Outdoor receptions can be hosted using terrace spaces connected to event venues.”
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  • On a lake: Yes

    “Nestled on the enchanting shores of Lake Lucerne, Mandarin Oriental Palace, Luzern provides a breathtaking setting that embodies romance and sophistication, making it an extraordinary choice for weddings.”
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  • Gardens: Yes

    “A charming ballroom with spectacular views over Lake Lucerne and the hotel's gardens.”
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  • Mountain view: Yes

    “With space for up to 160 guests, the light and airy Edelweiss Ballroom is an exquisite, contemporary space with access out to an outdoor terrace overlooking the lake and mountains.”
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  • Historic building: Yes

    “Originally built in 1906 by the renowned Swiss entrepreneur Franz Josef Bucher, the Palace Hotel was conceived as a Mediterranean-inspired retreat on the shores of Lake Lucerne.”
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  • Coordinator on the day: Yes

    “Our team of dedicated wedding planners is committed to making your celebration truly extraordinary.”
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