Hotel Regina Palace

A Belle Epoque Wedding Venue with Lavish Interiors and Lakefront Gardens

CAPACITY

Hosts up to 250 guests

CEREMONY

Symbolic Ceremony

ACCOMODATION

Full Accommodation

PLAN B

Indoor Hall

SCENERY

Lake View

STYLE

Grand Hotel

Where Grandeur and Theatrical Beauty Meet the Lake

Located in the heart of Stresa, Hotel Regina Palace is a rare example of Belle Epoque architecture at its most expressive. This is a venue for couples who appreciate detail: velvet armchairs, mirrored halls, marble staircases, and lake-facing gardens lined with statues and fountains. The ceremony may take place under the trees or in one of the ornate salons, followed by aperitif in the open air and a seated dinner beneath frescoes and crystal. Whether your style is classic, eclectic, or romantic, this venue brings presence, elegance, and a visual richness that makes each moment memorable, even before the first toast.

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Venue Highlights

There's something cinematic about this place. Guests arrive along a colonnaded facade, pass through velvet-draped halls, and gather by fountains and hedges that catch the late afternoon light. Even before the music begins, there's a sense that something is about to happen.

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As the night progresses, the atmosphere shifts - from formal aperitif to joyful dinner to late-night dancing. The setting never fades into the background. It holds its shape and gives the event a frame that feels both festive and grounded.

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It begins in the garden, beneath the arcades and fountains. But it's when the doors open to the ballroom that the story truly takes form - elegant, luminous, unforgettable.

FAQs

How many guests can the venue accommodate? +

We've hosted receptions here for up to 230 seated guests without the event feeling crowded. The Toscanini and Liberty Rooms offer flexible layouts and elegant flow, making this one of the few lakefront venues that effortlessly balances scale and style.

Can a symbolic ceremony take place on the property? +

Yes. The garden at Regina Palace is well-suited for symbolic weddings - especially in the late afternoon, when the light softens and the fountains come into view. It's formal without feeling closed, and surprisingly private for a city-facing hotel.

Does the hotel provide accommodation for all guests? +

Yes. With over 200 rooms and suites, the venue easily accommodates even the largest destination weddings. Keeping guests onsite creates a more cohesive experience - especially for multi-day celebrations.

What's the atmosphere like during the celebration? +

Think ballroom grandeur with Italian ease. The setting is lavish - gilded mirrors, frescoed ceilings, marble - but the tone never feels stiff. You can move from aperitif to dinner to dancing without losing rhythm or intimacy.

Is the location convenient for international guests? +

Very. The hotel is located in the center of Stresa, minutes from boat docks and with excellent access to Milan's airports. We've had guests arrive from around the world with zero complications.

How does the venue handle unexpected changes, like weather or timeline shifts? +

There are multiple elegant indoor options ready at any moment. We've managed rain transitions here without disruption. Our team coordinates directly with hotel staff to make adjustments quickly, ensuring the event remains smooth and stress-free.

Can the celebration include late-night dancing or an open bar? +

Yes - and this venue is one of the few on the lake where dancing into the night still feels appropriate. Music and open bar service can continue after dinner, especially in the Toscanini Room, which boasts the perfect acoustics and layout to accommodate both elegance and energy.

Is the venue accessible for elderly or mobility-impaired guests? +

Yes. The building is fully accessible, with lifts and wide indoor spaces. If you have guests with specific needs, we'll make sure their experience is considered from arrival to final toast.

Plan your wedding at

Hotel Regina Palace

At Regina Palace, elegance isn’t just in the architecture — it’s in how easily the day flows. From ornate ballrooms to garden aperitifs, this is a venue that elevates your celebration without ever getting in the way.

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