5 Affordable Destination Wedding Resorts
Luxurious, spectacular and suprisingly affordable resorts for your wedding away.
Published September 12, 2017
If you’re considering planning a destination wedding, it’s always a good idea to get a little background on potential and popular locations for your big day. We all know how expensive some locations might be, so we decided to feature some of our favorite spots that won’t put a hole in your or your guest’s pocket.
Mexico - Royal Hideaway Playacar
Located on the beaches of the Riviera Maya, the Royal Hideaway Playacar is a combination of class and style. The world’s first adult-only all-inclusive resort to earn the AAA 5-Diamond Award, the hotel featured villa accommodations, concierge service, and a full-service spa. The villas are adorned in a Mexican colonial style architecture and give guests complete privacy. All dining services are a la carte, and the Hideaway also boasts of its extensive wine cellar. Complimentary wedding packages are available, but the Extravaganza, Infinite Bliss, and Luxury upgrades come highly recommended for those who want to customize their experience. The Royal Hideaway ensures that no other wedding is scheduled on your day so that you receive the complete attention of their wedding specialists.
Jamaica: Iberostar Grand Rose Hall
Located in a secluded enclave in idyllic Montego Bay, the Grand Rose Hall is an elite adult-only all-inclusive resort that is part of Iberostar’s Grand Collection. The 295 suite large colonial style complex features fine attention to décor, luxurious rooms, and delicious local and international cuisine. The Rose Hall’s natural setting makes it a great choice for your destination wedding. To ease planning and facilitate your needs, the hotel only schedules one wedding per day. The Rose Hall’s specialized wedding planner will take care of all of your details, from dinner reservations to the bouquet.
Dominican Republic: Majestic Elegance
A perfect and affordable location for your destination wedding, the Majestic Elegance Punta Cana is the answer to fulfill the needs of all brides and provides exceptional on-site coordination for your big day. Our specialists at NOW have covered several real weddings at this property, and can’t say enough about the location, service, and options. Whether you want a wedding on the beach, or under the infamous Majestic wedding gazebo, this property has got you covered. This spectacular 5 star all inclusive hotel resort is surrounded by the most astonishing landscapes, exuberant flora, and fauna, making it an ideal place for Caribbean lovers and first timers visiting the Dominican Republic. “Comfort and style”, describes the New Majestic Elegance Punta Cana.
*NOW Exclusive deal: Celebrate your wedding day at any Majestic Resort and receive free travel and a free wedding package at this beautiful Punta Cana Resort.
Cuba: Iberostar Laguna Azul
The recently opened Iberostar Laguna Azul offers the bride, the groom, and all their guests the opportunity to enjoy the destination wedding of their dreams in Cuba, without exceeding budget. The Laguna Azul is a five-star resort offering a wide range of facilities, making it the ideal choice for couples, families, and groups. Celebrating your wedding at the Hotel Iberostar Laguna Azul will provide you with lifelong memories of a truly memorable occasion.
St. Martin: La Samanna
A personal NOW favorite, the La Samanna Resort & Spa situated in St. Martin can provide the perfect setting for your Caribbean destination wedding. The exclusive Caribbean beach resort and professional staff are highly prepared to host all wedding celebrations and make that seemingly hectic wedding day a stress-free occasion. This property offers unique wedding locations ranging from the beautiful beach terrace to the pool terrace or the stately Rendezvous Pavilion, where your wedding ceremony and reception can be held.