Lafayette Park Hotel and Spa
Lafayette Wedding Location3287 Mt. Diablo Boulevard
Lafayette, CA 94549
Phone: 925/283-3700, 800/368-2468
www.lafayetteparkhotel.com
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Description
Not many hotels are given any kind of special recognition, so the fact that the Lafayette Park Hotel & Spa is one of the few hotels in the East Bay to have received a Four Diamond AAA award should tell you something: namely, that they maintain an impeccable standard of comfort, ambiance and service. With its distinctive architecture—dormers, shuttered French windows, and peaked roofline—this local landmark looks like a French chateau. Behind its high walls, European charm abounds in lovely courtyards, a variety of event spaces, and a luxurious full-service health spa.
Just walking around the hotel, you’re struck by how its design and décor make you feel welcome. In the atrium-like lobby, sunlight streams in through windows 60 feet overhead, illuminating the sweeping oak staircase and white marble floor. On cool days, the couches in front of the oversize fireplace are the obvious place to relax. The warmth of wood is everywhere—even in the intricate inlaid floors in front of the elevators.
Step outside into the sunny Fountain Courtyard, and you quickly realize how idyllic this spot is for a ceremony or champagne reception. Enclosed by the golden walls of the hotel, the space becomes an Old World plaza with a trickling limestone fountain in its center, ringed by potted rose bushes, manicured trees and flowers.
From the Fountain Courtyard, it’s a short walk inside to the beautifully rennovated Independence Ballroom, where larger receptions and parties are held. The coffered ceiling is outfitted with spectacular Italian crystal chandeliers that can be adjusted to create any mood.
Smaller ceremonies take place upstairs in the Wishing Well Courtyard. Named for the rose-entwined stone wishing well in its center, this petite patio is also embraced by the hotel’s walls. As you gaze up at the shuttered windows, wrought-iron balconies and clinging ivy, you once again feel like you’re in the middle of a French countryside inn. That European flavor carries over into the nearby George Washington Room, a more intimate reception space. Here, the Early American/French décor features gilt-framed mirrors, marble-topped consoles and a deep blue carpet set off by fleur de lis border designs.
The Diderot Library, with its oak paneling, 18th-century marble fireplace mantel and hardwood floor, is custom-made for rehearsal dinners, bridal showers, brunches and executive meetings.
The newest Lafayette Park amenity is their European Spa. In addition to providing an appealing selection of face and body treatments, the Spa features a fitness pavilion, a pool and poolside café, an outdoor fireplace and a Jacuzzi. The bride and her attendants will not be able to pass up an opportunity to indulge here before and even after (why not!) the Big Day. Everyone staying overnight will appreciate the nicely appointed rooms, many of which have their own wood-burning fireplaces. The hotel also offers a complimentary deluxe room for the honeymoon couple, and special rates for wedding guests.
Melding European elegance with California comfort, the Lafayette Park Hotel is indisputably one of the East Bay’s favorite locations for weddings and special events.
Capacity
Ceremony |
Reception/Special Events |
Meetings |
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Max. Seated Indoors: 130 Max. Seated Outdoors: 200 |
Max. Seated Indoors: 150 Max. Seated Outdoors: 150 Max. Standing Indoors: 220 Max. Standing Outdoors: 300 |
Max. Seated: 200 |
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CEREMONY CAPACITY: For seated groups, the Fountain Courtyard holds 200, the Wishing Well Courtyardholds 64, and the George Washington Room accommodates 130. |
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Fees & Deposits
A $2,000 nonrefundable, non-transferable deposit is required to reserve your date. The hotel’s wedding package includes butler service hors d’oeuvres, beverages, linens, champagne toast, candle centerpieces and a deluxe guestroom. The rental fee for the Independence Ballroom and the Fountain Courtyard is $1,950. The ceremony fee is $1,550. Special wedding menus range $88–125/person. Tax and service charges are additional. Fees for business functions vary depending on overnight rooms, services and menus selected.
Availability
Year-round, daily. Business functions 8am–5pm or 6pm–11pm; weddings 11am–4pm or 6pm–11pm.
CateringProvidedAlcoholProvidedSites UsesCeremoniesWedding Receptions Special Events, Parties Business Functions/Meetings Rehearsal Dinners On-Site Accommodations Services/AmenitiesCatering: providedKitchen Facilities: n/a Tables & Chairs: provided Linens, Silver, etc.: provided Restrooms: wheelchair accessible Dance Floor: yes Bride's Dressing Area: CBA Meeting Equipment: full range, AV company Parking: complimentary self-parking Accommodations: 139 guestrooms Telephone: guestroom and pay phones Outdoor Night Lighting: yes Outdoor Cooking Facilities: CBA Cleanup: provided View: courtyard and pool Other: event coordination |
MusicIndoorsOutdoors w/ Restrictions Wheelchair AccessWheelchair AccessibleSite ViewsFountain/Water FeatureGarden Patio/Courtyard Pool Area RestrictionsAlcohol: provided, no corkage feeSmoking: outdoors only Music: amplified within limits Wheelchair Access: yes Insurance: not required |
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www.lafayetteparkhotel.com
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