August 12, 2026
A rooftop wedding in Lebanon works best for 80–130 guests, timed around sunset, with an indoor fallback for weather. The Don Jose rooftop at Al Murjan Palace Hotel in Jounieh holds up to 130 with panoramic sea and mountain views and a glass ceiling.
Time the ceremony to the light
The single most important decision. Aim to have the ceremony conclude roughly 30–45 minutes before sunset: guests are seated in good light, photographs catch golden hour, and dinner begins as the view turns.
Have a weather answer
Lebanese coastal weather in shoulder season is usually kind but not guaranteed. A rooftop with a glass ceiling and both indoor and outdoor seating — as at Don Jose — means the plan does not change if the wind picks up.
Keep the guest list honest
Rooftops reward intimacy. At 130 the Don Jose rooftop is comfortable; a larger list belongs in the banquet hall. Trying to force a big list onto a rooftop removes the very quality you chose it for.
Sound and neighbours
Ask about amplified music curfews. A hotel rooftop within its own building generally has more latitude than a standalone venue in a residential street.
Enquire
Request rooftop availability or call +961 71 284 112.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many guests fit at a rooftop wedding in Jounieh?
The Don Jose rooftop at Al Murjan Palace Hotel holds up to 130 guests for ceremonies and cocktail receptions.
What happens if the weather turns?
The rooftop has a glass ceiling with indoor and outdoor seating, so events proceed regardless.
What is the best time for a rooftop ceremony?
Around 30–45 minutes before sunset, so the ceremony finishes in golden light and dinner begins at dusk.
