Excellence Playa Mujeres Weddings | Our Honest Review 2024
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…Want to take a peak at their wedding price packages to see what bang you’d be getting for your buck?
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Your Wedding at Excellence Playa Mujeres
- Hotel Overview
- Wedding Package Options
- Ceremony & Reception Options
- Gay Weddings At Excellence Playa Mujeres
- Room Types
- Beach
- Food & Drink
- Activities & Group Entertainment
- What Brides & Grooms Said…
- Our Honest Opinion
- Additional Resources You May Find Useful
- Ready to Plan Your Dream Wedding at Excellence Playa Mujeres?
1. Hotel Overview
★★★★★ | Adults Only | Playa Mujeres
Dreaming of a luxurious destination for your Mexican wedding?
Excellence Playa Mujeres is exactly that.
You get the spacious high-end accommodation, world-class cuisine and all-inclusive amenities you want for your wedding and celebrations.
This elegant adults-only resort makes the most of its naturally beautiful surroundings.
You can savour the relaxing environment amidst a paradise of garden oasis and winding pools.
What are some of the property amenities at Excellence Playa Mujeres?
You and your guests get to choose from contemporary accommodation including stunning rooftop terrace suites with a plunge pool.
There’s also a state-of-the-art spa onsite.
Trust me, the holistic treatments available are SO RELAXING.
That’s not all…
The service throughout the resort is first class.
What is Excellence Club at Excellence Playa Mujeres?
Want to spoil yourself and your partner when you exchange vows in Mexico?
Choose Excellence Club at Excellence Playa Mujeres.
Amenities are elevated to the highest level.
You get access to the Club’s exclusive private lounge, pool, beach, and restaurant.
And there’s more…
You’ll enjoy other top-rate amenities including:
- Private check-in and check-out.
- Late check-out and early check-in (subject to availability).
- Bvlgari toiletries.
- Upgraded minibar.
- Daily fruit and petit fours in your suite.
- One Aqua hydrotherapy treatment per person per stay.
What is the difference between Excellence Playa Mujeres and Finest Playa Mujeres?
The Excellence group owns both Excellence Playa Mujeres and Finest Playa Mujeres.
The difference between the two is that Excellence is adults-only and Finest is family-friendly.
If any of your guests are travelling with children, they can book a suite at Finest.
Here’s my review, so they can see what to expect.
“My Honest Review of the Finest Playa Mujeres Hotel (North Cancun) 2024”
How Far is Excellence Playa Mujeres from Cancun Airport?
The resort is around 28.5 km from the Cancun Airport.
You should be able to get from the airport to your accommodation in around 35 minutes.
Does Excellence Playa Mujeres have an airport shuttle?
You can book an airport shuttle provided by the hotel.
We’ll help you with this as part of your wedding planning.
Traveling from the US or Canada?
We can book your flights too.
2. Wedding Package Options
Looking for your dream wedding in paradise…
You can choose from three wedding packages at Excellence Playa Mujeres.
All the packages include certain services and amenities such as:
- Services of a minister or judge.
- Wedding coordinator on-site.
- Standard ceremony décor.
- Bridal bouquet and groom’s boutonnière.
- Wedding cake.
- Sparkling wine toast.
- Preferential suite location within the category reserved.
- 15% discount on all spa treatments (product purchases not included).
For a truly amazing and memorable destination wedding, I love…
Gold Excellence Wedding Package
This is the premium wedding package at the resort.
It costs $2,400.
You get everything included in other packages plus some spectacular additions including a musical trio, ceremony video and an upgraded private reception.
Check out the other wedding packages you may want to choose…
Excellence Wedding Package
This package is complimentary if an Excellence Club suite is booked for six nights or more or if a total of 30 paid room nights are booked.
Otherwise, you pay $850.
Excellence of Love
This wedding package costs $1,500.
It includes a reception or cocktail hour and make-up and hairstyling for the bride.
Want to personalize your destination wedding?
No problem.
We’ll help you book additional services at an extra cost including:
- Additional flowers
- Photography
- Wedding video
- Special decorations
- Music
- Entertainment
- Romantic beach dinner
- Fireworks and indoor pyrotechnics
3. Ceremony & Reception Options
Love the idea of a Caribbean beach wedding?
Just look at the stunning expanse of beach where you can say “I do” at Excellence Playa Mujeres…
The Beach wedding location has an innate natural beauty.
It’s just gorgeous 😍
Want to exchange vows close to the beach but not on it?
No problem.
This Stone Gazebo ceremony location is a beautiful space.
You get a memorable Caribbean backdrop with protection from extreme heat.
Want a reception or cocktail venue that’s just as memorable as your ceremony location?
You can choose from:
Celebrating with your guests on the beach.
Ideal for: Weddings that embrace the beauty of the landscape.
Elegant after dinner reception dining in the Conference Center Ballroom.
Ideal for: Classic wedding celebrations in an exotic location.
Sharing your love in the relaxed environment of the Spice Terrace.
Ideal for: Post-ceremony celebrations with a Mexican vibe.
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4. Gay Weddings At Excellence Playa Mujeres
Excellence Playa Mujeres takes pride in welcoming couples for same-sex weddings.
Most couples decide to have a symbolic ceremony at the resort.
Choosing this option means that paperwork can be completed at home.
It is possible for same-sex legal marriages to happen.
With a little extra planning and paperwork.
We’re here to help with this.
Just get in touch.
5. Room Type
Want your guests to have a great time at your destination wedding?
Luxury accommodation is a major part of this.
You won’t be disappointed at Excellence Playa Mujeres.
Which room amenities are available at Excellence Playa Mujeres?
Every suite at the resort has luxury amenities including an oversized jacuzzi, rainfall shower, flat-screen TV, air-conditioning, and a mini-bar.
Here’s a peek at the choice of incredible suites at Excellence Playa Mujeres starting with the most affordable option.
Junior Suite with a Spa or Pool View
Cost: from £358/night
The other three suite options that aren’t part of the Excellence Club are:
- Junior Swim-Up Suite with Spa or Pool View.
Cost: from £391/night
- Terrace Swim-Up Suite with Spa or Pool View.
Cost: from £440/night
And, a favourite of mine…
- Two-Story Rooftop Terrace Suite with Spa or Pool View.
Cost: from $455/night
Excellence Club accommodation comprises stunning suites and you also get all the great Excellence Club perks I mentioned earlier.
Here’s a look at the choices you have starting with the least expensive.
Excellence Club Junior Suite with a Pool View
Cost: from $416/night.
Other Excellence Club suite choices are:
- Excellence Club Junior Suite with Ocean View.
Cost: from $467/night.
- Excellence Club Junior Swim-Up Suite with Pool View.
Cost: from $467/night.
For an extra spark of romance, the Honeymoon suites are to die for…
Excellence Club Honeymoon Suite with Private Pool
Cost: from $717/night.
Excellence Club Honeymoon Two-Story Rooftop Terrace Suite with Plunge Pool.
Cost: from $730/night
Last but not least, the ultimate luxury suites are…
Excellence Club Imperial Suite with Private Pool
Cost: from $807/night
Excellence Club Imperial Suite Two-Story Rooftop Terrace with Plunge Pool.
Cost: from $807/night
*All of the suites at Excellence Playa Mujeres are for a maximum of two guests.*
6. Beach
You can enjoy a romantic meal with your partner on the powdery white sand beach at Excellence Playa Mujeres.
It’s the perfect location to relax and savor each other’s company.
When the beach is busier, there are tons of beach chairs and umbrellas so you can get some shade.
Have you heard about the sargassum seaweed in Mexico?
Keeping it real, it can be a problem.
There’s more info in this blog post I wrote…
The good news about the beach at this resort is that the hotel team works hard to clear it.
This means that you get a lovely clean beach.
7. Food & Drink
Want international dining and drinking experiences for you and your guests?
You get a ton of exquisite culinary choices at this resort, as well as numerous bars.
What food & drink options are available at Excellence Playa Mujeres?
The restaurants at the resort give you everything from spicy Mexican to rustic Italian and flavours of the Far East.
Most of them have a casual elegance dress code, so no t-shirts, tank tops, shorts, or beach sandals.
Want to know more?
Let’s explore…
Restaurants
- Toscana is about Italian rustic dishes with an elegant twist.
- Barcelona takes you to Spain through the tastes of the Meditteranean.
- Agave brings you the bold and spicy flavors of Mexico.
- Spice creates an authentic Asian ambiance with classic, innovative, and modern dishes.
- Chez Isabelle is the place to try some classic French fare.
- Basmati is home to authentic Indian flavors and aromas.
- Flavor Market is a venue where you can share artisanal cheeses, cured meats, and savory tapas with your guests.
- The Lobster House speaks for itself as home to amazing seafood taste sensations.
- The Grill is the venue to choose for sizzling steak and fresh burgers with salad.
- Las Olas gives you dining on the sand where the dress code is casual.
- Sports Bar is another location with a casual dress code as well as beers, burgers, cocktails, and sporting events on the screens.
- Magna Excellence Club has an elevated level of elegance with a French influence for Excellence Club guests to enjoy.
Psst…
The resort uses fresh healthy produce and caters for vegetarians and people who have specific dietary needs.
The drinking experiences at Excellence Playa Mujeres are just as impressive…
You can share drinks in a sophisticated lounge with your partner or relax with the bridal party at a beachfront bar.
Here’s a taste of what you can expect…
Bars
- Martini is the main lobby bar and has the famous cocktail as its star whether you prefer yours extra dirty, dry, shaken, or stirred.
- Prelude is an outdoor bistro where baristas create extraordinary coffee experiences.
- Blue is the place to enjoy your favorite drinks without having to leave the cool waters of the pool.
- Sol is a great place to relax poolside with lunchtime drinks and pizza.
- Aroma is the place to get a coffee and pastry to start the day.
8. Activities & Group Entertainment
Looking for a range of activities and entertainment for your destination wedding?
Excellence Playa Mujeres has something for everyone.
My first stop is always the spa and the Miilé Spa at the resort has everything you’d expect from a world-class sanctuary.
You can achieve complete relaxation in any of the soothing treatment rooms, water circuits, or steam rooms.
Outside of the spa, you can explore the waters of the Caribbean by scuba diving, kayaking, or snorkeling.
Water is also the star at the seven on-site pools including three reserved for Excellence Club guests.
There’s a full program of activities each day including:
- Aerobics and water aerobics
- Yoga classes
- Spanish lessons
- Dance lessons
- Cooking lessons
- Beach volleyball
- Beach soccer
- Tennis
- Football
- Table tennis
- Archery
- Air rifle shooting
- Fitness center activities.
The fun isn’t confined to the daytime.
You and your guests can spend time together watching live music, and shows at the outdoor theater.
Which popular attractions are close to Excellence Playa Mujeres?
Capilla de Guadalupe (7.6 km), Playa Norte (5.9 km), and Zona Arqueologica El Meco (3.6 km) are all close to the resort.
Want to explore further afield?
I’ve got your back.
Talk to the team at PlayaDelCarmen.com and we’ll arrange any of our tours and activities for you.
Here’s one of my blog posts to get you started with some inspiration.
“10 Best Tours for Group Vacations When Travelling to The Riviera Maya (2024)”
9. What Brides & Grooms Said…
“My now wife and I shared our matrimony on the beach at the Excellence Playa Mujeres resort. From our wedding, to dinners, to nightly entertainment, it was the most wonderful and special experience. The staff is so top notch and incredible. We look forward to going back to this resort.”
– Tsagon25
“We had an amazing Wedding/Honeymoon here. Our wedding planner, Rubí, was amazing. Photographer, Orlando, did a great job. Jonny and Jose at the Lobster House took great care of us numerous times. And our favorite pool waiter, Nacho, was great!”
– Sholechek
“If you are looking for the perfect destination place for a wedding or vacation go to Excellence Playa Mujeres, you will not be disappointed. We have found our yearly vacay spot. All of our guests can’t wait to go back. We were able to have a great time- Safely.”
– Sheanyra
10. Our Honest Opinion
At PlayaDelCarmen.com we’ve planned our fair share of destination weddings.
We’re all local to the area so we know the inside information about resorts and wedding packages.
My passion is sharing our honest insights.
So, here’s what I love about Excellence Playa Mujeres.
- Wedding packages for all tastes and budgets with plenty of personalization options.
- Gorgeous honeymoon suites.
- Entertainment during the day and into the evening and nighttime.
- Gourmet cuisine from around the world.
- The Excellence Club to take your experience into the stratosphere.
There is no opportunity for kids to stay at Excellence Playa Mujeres but if your guests are travelling with their family they can stay at Finest Playa Mujeres.
The seaweed can be a potential hiccup when it gathers on the beach.
But, the resort team is on it straight away so it shouldn’t cause too much of a problem.
11. Additional Resources You May Find Useful
12. Want Help Planning?
Don’t worry, we have your back!
Our team of experienced wedding planners can’t wait to help you plan your perfect wedding.
We’ve organized 100’s of destination weddings so you’ll be in fantastic hands.
Just give us a call on 888-537-9797.
Or contact us online to get help planning!
We look forward to joining you on your journey to saying “I do”.
Your Wedding at Excellence Playa Mujeres - Our Honest Opinion
Summary
So, here’s what I love about Excellence Playa Mujeres.
- Wedding packages for all tastes and budgets with plenty of personalisation options.
- Gorgeous honeymoon suites.
- Entertainment during the day and into the evening and nighttime.
- Gourmet cuisine from around the world.
- The Excellence Club to take your experience into the stratosphere.