Need to host 200 guests or more for your wedding in Mexico?
YEAHHH!! Go big or go home, baby!
And you’re looking for the right resort to do this…plus, find the venue of your dreams?
*Overwhelm sinks in*
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Our round-up for the best all-inclusive resorts for big weddings includes:
- What makes them great for LARGE weddings
- Venues
- Packages and costs
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Best Resorts Specializing in 200+ Guest Weddings:
- Barcelo Maya Grand
- Iberostar Paraiso
- Dreams Puerto Aventuras
- Generations
- Hyatt Ziva
- Sandos Cancun
- Panama Jack Cancun
- Dreams Tulum
- El Dorado Seaside Suites
- Planet Hollywood Cancun
1. Barcelo Maya Grand
★★★★★ | Family-friendly & Adults only | All-inclusive | Cancun | 2004 rooms | $$
I love the philosophy of Barcelo…
You get to stay at one hotel in the Barcelo Maya Grand resort and enjoy the facilities at four.
How amazing is that 😍
The hotels you get to savor are Barcelo Maya Beach, Barcelo Maya Caribe, Barcelo Maya Tropical and Barcelo Maya Colonial.
The resort complex has a Mayan influence and is located on one of the most naturally beautiful beaches in Mexico.
Plus, there are 14 bars, a nightclub, designer shopping venues, and clubs for kids and teenagers.
What’s not to love?
You can even add a little extra luxury by choosing the Premium level VIP experience.
Venue Options
There are four stunning wedding venues at the resort.
The Beach is the perfect location for big weddings with a maximum capacity of 300 guests.
The other wedding locations at the resort are:
- Gazebo, maximum capacity 100 guests.
- Chapel, maximum capacity 100 guests.
- Beach garden, maximum capacity 80 guests.
What do I Need to Know About Barcelo Maya Grand?
Package costs: Free-$14,000
Price range: Intermediate
Room Occupancy: 3
Property size: Large
Distance from the airport: 60 minutes
Chance of sellout: High
If you would like to discuss your options for a wedding with 200+ guests at this resort, call us today toll-free at 888-537-9797
2. Iberostar Paraiso Beach
★★★★★ | Family-friendly | All-inclusive | Riviera Maya | 432 rooms | $$
The Iberostar Paraiso Beach hugs the coast alongside a one-mile stretch of soft white sands.
You get to take a stroll along the beach or explore the extensive grounds adorned with local tropical flowers.
For swimming or relaxing, there are four pools at the resort as well as a separate kids’ pool.
If you’re having a wedding with younger guests, this is a great choice of resort.
The kids can have an amazing time at the Star Camp while the adults enjoy the bars, work-out spaces, or maybe a massage at SPA Sensations.
Venue Options
There are three beautiful wedding venues at Iberostar Paraiso Beach.
The Beach has a maximum capacity of 200 guests as does the Kiosk.
This makes them ideal for big weddings.
The remaining venue is the Gazebo which has a maximum capacity of 18 guests.
What do I Need to Know About Iberostar Paraiso Beach?
Package costs: Free-$6,298
Price range: Intermediate
Room Occupancy: 4
Property size: Medium
Distance from the airport: 30 minutes
Chance of sellout: Low
Want to know more about weddings at Iberostar Paraiso Beach?
Check out my blog post.
“Weddings at Iberostar Paraiso Beach | My Honest Review (2024)”
If you would like to discuss your options for a wedding with 200+ guests at this resort, call us today toll-free at 888-537-9797
3. Dreams Puerto Aventuras
★★★★★ | Family-friendly | All-inclusive | Playa del Carmen | 305 rooms | $$
Choose to say “I do” at Dreams Puerto Aventuras and you get the perfect combination of idyllic tropical surroundings and diverse activities.
The resort is framed by lush green palms and crystal blue waters.
You can relax and enjoy the sights and sounds.
Or, you can join in with activities such as cooking, Spanish, and mixology classes.
Plus, there’s live music to enjoy and water activities such as snorkeling and surfing.
Venue Options
All of the four wedding venues at this resort are breathtaking.
The new Terrace is the best choice for big weddings with a maximum capacity of 200.
The other resort wedding venues are:
- Beach, maximum capacity 100 guests.
- Garden, maximum capacity 100 guests.
- Gazebo, maximum capacity 90 guests.
What do I Need to Know About Dreams Puerto Aventuras?
Package costs: Free-$3,799
Price range: Intermediate
Room Occupancy: 4
Property size: Medium
Distance from the airport: 90 minutes
Chance of sellout: Medium
If you would like to discuss your options for a wedding with 200+ guests at this resort, call us today toll-free at 888-537-9797
4. Generations Riviera Maya
★★★★★ | Family-friendly | All-inclusive | Riviera Maya | 162 rooms | $$$
This All-Suite resort in the Riviera Maya is known for its gourmet cuisine.
That’s not all…
The accommodation is all oceanfront as well as being all-inclusive.
For an extra touch of luxury during your wedding celebrations opt for an infinity pool balcony suite.
Venue Options
The list of 10 romantic wedding venues at Generations is impressive.
But here’s a heads up…
Only the Sky Deck is suitable for big weddings with a maximum capacity of 200 guests.
The other venues at the resort are:
- Beach Gazebo, maximum capacity 180 guests.
- Poolside Deck, maximum capacity 180 guests.
- Chapel, maximum capacity 150 guests.
- Pier, maximum capacity 150 guests.
- Beachfront Palapa Ganesha, maximum capacity 100 guests.
- Buddha Lake Terrace, maximum capacity 100 guests.
- Amistar Terrace, maximum capacity 50 guests.
- Garden Gazebo, maximum capacity 40 guests.
- Plaza Ganesha, maximum capacity 20 guests.
What do I Need to Know About Generations Riviera Maya?
Package costs: Free – $16,799
Price range: Luxury
Room Occupancy: 5
Property size: Medium
Distance from the airport: 25 minutes
Chance of sellout: Medium
If you would like to discuss your options for a wedding with 200+ guests at this resort, call us today toll-free at 888-537-9797
5. Hyatt Ziva
★★★★★ | Family-friendly | All-inclusive | Cancun | 547 rooms | $$$
All the food, drink, and activities you want are included in the room rate at Hyatt Ziva.
The accommodation is luxurious and beautifully decorated too.
Plus, there are eight restaurants and three lounges on site.
There’s even a microbrewery included in the six resort bars.
After all that potential indulgence, you can enjoy some treatments at the oceanfront spa.
Venue Options
I love the fact that several of the six wedding venues at this resort are ideal for big weddings.
The Elements Ballroom has a maximum guest capacity of 745 guests.
Sahara Beach has a maximum guest capacity of 400.
Punta Vista Terrace has a maximum guest capacity of 200.
The more intimate wedding venues at the resort are:
- Lighthouse Gazebo, maximum capacity 100 guests.
- Sky Terrace, maximum capacity 100 guests.
- Cliff Gazebo, maximum capacity 65 guests.
What do I Need to Know About Hyatt Ziva?
Package costs: Free – $14,499
Price range: Luxury
Room Occupancy: 5
Property size: Large
Distance from the airport: 20-25 minutes
Chance of sellout: Low
If you would like to discuss your options for a wedding with 200+ guests at this resort, call us today toll-free at 888-537-9797.
6. Sandos Cancun
★★★★★ | Family-friendly | All-inclusive | Cancun | 213 rooms | $$
You get top-class amenities and activities for you and your wedding guests at this resort.
There’s a luxury spa where you can have any pre-wedding nerves massaged away.
You may also want to spend time sipping cocktails with the bridal party at one of the chic onsite bars.
If physical activity is your thing, you’ll enjoy the fitness center and a swim in one of the three infinity pools.
Here’s my personal favorite positive of Sandos Cancun…
You can enjoy 100% vegan dishes in restaurants.
Venue Options
Two of the three wedding venues at Sandos Cancun are perfect for larger wedding groups.
The Rooftop Terrace has a maximum capacity of 300 guests.
The Beach has a maximum capacity of 200 guests.
With a maximum capacity of 50 guests, the Penthouse Terrace is the remaining wedding venue at the resort.
What do I Need to Know About Sandos Cancun?
Package costs: $5,750
Price range: Intermediate
Room Occupancy: 3
Property size: Medium
Distance from the airport: 20 minutes
Chance of sellout: High
If you would like to discuss your options for a wedding with 200+ guests at this resort, call us today toll-free at 888-537-9797.
7. Panama Jack Cancun
★★★★★ | Family-friendly | All-inclusive | Cancun | 287 rooms | $$
Looking for a fun-packed wedding location for 200+ guests?
Panama Jack Cancun delivers.
You get gourmet restaurants, welcoming bars, pristine swimming pools, and entertainment throughout the day.
Your younger wedding guests will love Camp Jack’s mini golf and water park.
Plus…
The resort is in the midst of the famous Cancun Hotel Zone.
So, you can venture out to the shops, bars, and eateries.
Venue Options
There are three wedding venues at Panama Jack that are suitable for a large number of wedding guests.
Our Lady of Guadalupe Chapel has a maximum capacity of 200 guests.
Villas Terrace Oceanfront has a maximum capacity of 200 guests.
The Main Ballroom has a maximum capacity of 600 guests.
The other wedding venues at the resort are:
- Oceanfront Wedding Gazebo, maximum capacity 60 guests.
- Beach, maximum capacity 100 guests.
- Ventanas Ocean View Terrace, maximum capacity 150 guests.
- Yalku – Xcaret, maximum capacity 150 guests.
- Restaurants – various maximum capacities.
What do I Need to Know About Panama Jack Cancun?
Package costs: Free – $8736
Price range: Intermediate
Room Occupancy: 5
Property size: Medium
Distance from the airport: 30 minutes
Chance of sellout: High
If you would like to discuss your options for a wedding with 200+ guests at this resort, call us today toll-free at 888-537-9797.
8. Dream Tulum
★★★★★ | Family-friendly | All-inclusive | Tulum | 432 rooms | $$
Tulum is one of the most historic and picturesque areas in the Mexican Caribbean.
The glorious white sands and eye-catching Mayan ruins are what great memories are made of.
The resort itself is gorgeous with its sparkling coastline and lush jungle location.
Plus, you get luxury all-inclusive amenities and activities like free Wi-Fi, entertainment day and night, and a luxuriously equipped spa.
All this, and you’re five minutes away from downtown eco-chic Tulum.
Venue Options
If you have 200 or more guests at your wedding, you should plan to host your celebrations on the Beach which has a maximum capacity of 250 guests.
The other wedding locations at Dreams Tulum are:
- Secret Garden Gazebo, maximum capacity 150 guests.
- Sunset Rooftop, maximum capacity 150 guests.
- Terrace of the Convention Center, maximum capacity 120 guests.
- Chapel, maximum capacity 120 guests.
What do I Need to Know About Dreams Tulum?
Package costs: Free – $3,799
Price range: Intermediate
Room Occupancy: 4
Property size: Medium
Distance from the airport: 80 minutes
Chance of sellout: Medium
If you would like to discuss your options for a wedding with 200+ guests at this resort, call us today toll-free at 888-537-9797.
9. El Dorado Seaside Suites
★★★★★ | Adults-only | All-inclusive | Riviera Maya | 574 rooms | $$$
You get to choose from two distinct experiences at El Dorado Seaside Suites.
In the original “Palms” side of the resort, you get traditional Mexican architecture and coconut plantations.
Choose the exciting new “Infinity” section and you get to enjoy swim-up suites, the main pool, and balcony pools on each level.
Having this variety of choices makes this resort a great choice as an adults-only wedding destination in Riviera Maya.
Venue Options
If you’re planning a big wedding, the Ballroom should be your wedding venue of choice at El Dorado Seaside Suites.
It has a maximum capacity of 200 guests.
The other wedding venues at the resort are:
- Beach Gazebo, maximum capacity 80 guests.
- Pier Deck, maximum capacity 80 guests.
- Salon Dorado, maximum capacity 80 guests.
- Sky Deck, maximum capacity 70 guests.
- White Gazebo, maximum capacity 60 guests.
- Beach Pergola, maximum capacity 30 guests.
What do I Need to Know About El Dorado Seaside Suites?
Package costs: Free – $7985
Price range: Luxury
Room Occupancy: 2
Property size: Large
Distance from the airport: 90 minutes
Chance of sellout: Medium
If you would like to discuss your options for a wedding with 200+ guests at this resort, call us today toll-free at 888-537-9797.
10. Planet Hollywood Cancun
★★★★★ | Family-friendly & Adults only | All-inclusive | Cancun | 898 rooms | $$
Love Hollywood and want some of the superstar treatment at your destination wedding?
You’ll find what you’re looking for at Planet Hollywood, Cancun.
The Hollywood theme is everywhere and glitz and glamour surround you.
You’ll have fun visiting the all-inclusive dining venues and bars.
And you can work off the extra calories with the PHit fitness program.
The Stars Kids Club means that your wedding guests will have the time of their lives no matter what age they are.
Even better news…
The resort has family-friendly and adults-only options, so your guests should be able to find their perfect accommodation.
Venue Options
Two of the five wedding venues at the resort are perfect for weddings with 200+ guests.
The Beach has a maximum capacity of 500 guests for ceremonies but this does reduce to 100 guests for receptions.
This is not a problem as the Convention Center has a maximum capacity of 500 guests for cocktails and receptions.
The other wedding venues at Planet Hollywood, Cancun are:
- Pavilion Wedding Venue, maximum capacity 90 guests.
- Rooftop Wedding Venue Gusto, maximum capacity 120 guests.
- Rooftop Wedding Venue 10, maximum capacity 150 guests.
What do I Need to Know About Planet Hollywood Cancun?
Package costs: Free – $14,900
Price range: Intermediate
Room Occupancy: 8
Property size: Large
Distance from the airport: 45 minutes
Chance of sellout: Medium
Want to know more about weddings at this resort?
Take a look at my blog post.
“Weddings at Planet Hollywood Cancun | My Honest Review (2024)”
If you would like to discuss your options for a wedding with 200+ guests at this resort, call us today toll-free at 888-537-9797.
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