The grand opening of Mandarin Oriental Palace, Lucerne was commemorated with an official ribbon cutting. Participating in the ribbon cutting (from left to right): Mr. Paul Massot, Chief Development Officer Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group; Mrs. Franziska Bitzi, City Councillor; His Excellency Mr. Shi Ting Wang, Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China to Switzerland; Mr. Christian Wildhaber, General Manager Mandarin Oriental Palace, Luzern; Mrs. Cecilia Bartoli, Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group Celebrity Fan; Mr. Lijun Yu, Managing Director Han’s Holding (hotel owning company); Mr. Luca Finardi, General Manager Mandarin Oriental, Milan & Area Vice President, Operations. — Photo by Mandarin Oriental
Mandarin Oriental Palace, Luzern — Photo by Mandarin Oriental
Mandarin Oriental Palace, Luzern — Photo by Mandarin Oriental

Ribbon Cutting Event celebrates the relaunch of this iconic hotel in the presence of Mandarin Oriental 'Fan', Cecilia Bartoli.

Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has celebrated the opening of Mandarin Oriental Palace, Luzern, the city's iconic Belle Epoque landmark that has undergone an extensive and elaborate renovation.

Attending the official opening event was Grammy award-winning mezzo-soprano, Cecilia Bartoli - a long term Mandarin Oriental fan, who was joined by hotel general manager, Christian Wildhaber, His Excellency Chinese Ambassador Shi Ting Wang, Lijun Yu, Director Hans Holding (owning company), Fanziska Bitzi, Lucerne City Councillor, and other senior members of Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group to pronounce the hotel officially open.

The hotel has undergone an extensive and elaborate renovation, overseen by local architects Iwan Bühler Architekten and London-based interior designers Jestico + Whiles, who have preserved the building's rich history and heritage while delivering a contemporary design inspired by the beauty of the surrounding Swiss landscapes. Dramatically positioned overlooking the shores of Lake Lucerne, the hotel is a stone's throw from the charming old town and with spectacular views over the Swiss Alps.

Set to usher in an era of contemporary elegance and legendary service, the hotel is poised to become Lucerne's most exclusive venue. The property features 136 elegant and spacious guestrooms including 48 of the city's largest suites, four restaurants and bars under the patronage of Michelin star experienced Executive Chef Gilad Peled, a serene and rejuvenating spa, and elegantly appointed event spaces.

About Mandarin Oriental Palace, Luzern

Ideally located on the shores of Lake Lucerne, with breathtaking views over the Swiss Alps, Mandarin Oriental Palace, Luzern provides contemporary elegance, legendary service and the finest Swiss hospitality in the city's beautifully restored Belle Époque landmark. The building, which dates back to 1906, presents 136 elegant and contemporary rooms and suites, most of which have private balconies or terraces. Set to become an epicurean destination, the hotel will feature a wide range of culinary offerings from MOzern Brasserie & Bar for all-day dining, afternoon tea and innovative cocktails; al-fresco dining on the lake terrace at Quai 10; contemporary French haute cuisine at Colonnade and traditional Japanese omakase style dining at the six-seat Mizūmi (Colonnade and Mizūmi will open in Q1 2023). An expansive wellness and fitness area provide well-being opportunities for guests, while SPA Bellefontaine creates a serene and rejuvenating sanctuary with unrivalled treatments. Private and professional events will benefit from the creative settings of four unique rooms, including Salon Alpine with original décor elements from the hotel's historic past.

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