Wondering if you can have a vegan-friendly wedding in Cancun and the Riviera Maya?
The great news is that you can!
Our award-winning weddings team has hand-selected the best luxury resorts that cater to your dietary needs in this blog.
…So you can have the wedding you dreamed of, in paradise!
Discover everything you need to know about our top picks here.
Vegan-Friendly Wedding Resorts in Mexico
- Palmaïa – The House of AïA
- Hotel Xcaret Arte
- Finest Playa Mujeres
- Grand Velas
- Sandos Cancun
- Ready to Plan Your Vegan-Friendly Wedding?
Cancun and the Riviera Maya have a fast-growing vegan and veggie community so you won’t be stuck for things to do or places to eat.
1. Palmaïa – The House of AïA
★★★★★| Family-friendly | Riviera Maya Cancun | 314 rooms | $$$
The House of AïA vegan-friendly vibe is well-known.
You get an entire experience that’s based on vegan wellness and sustainability.
All this, and a spellbinding Caribbean landscape too.
Hotel overview – vegan-friendly features
Palmaïa – The House of AïA is not your traditional Mexican resort.
It has more of a restorative retreat feel to it
There’s an extensive menu of vegan cuisine and you can book a suite that’s free from animal products.
Is all the food at Palmaïa – The House of AïA Vegan?
Although the resort has a plant-based ethos, there are non-vegan optional extras.
So, you don’t need to worry if not everyone in your wedding party is vegan.
Everyone is catered for with fresh and great-tasting meals available for all.
What are the accommodation and amenities like at The House of AiA?
You can choose from several luxury accommodation options at the resort:
- Ocean View Suites
- Swim-out Suites
- Family Suites
- Vegan Suites.
There are no single-use plastics anywhere in the resort and the bathroom products are vegan-friendly.
This is all excellent news if you’re planning a vegan-friendly wedding.
The natural vibe continues with the resort location amidst lush mangroves and on a private white-sand beach.
Staying at this resort is just SOOOOO relaxing and life-enhancing.
There’s a good reason why Palmaïa – The House of AïA is called a Wellness Enclave.
Health and well-being are at the center of everything from activities to accommodation.
It’s perfect if you want your wedding adventure to be vegan-friendly, natural, and feel-good.
How far is Palmaïa – The House of AïA Wellness Enclave from Cancun Airport?
The resort is a 40-minute drive from Cancun International.
And, it’s only 3.1 miles away from downtown Playa Del Carmen.
Weddings at Palmaïa – The House of AïA
Dreaming of a vegan-friendly wedding that’s personal to you and your partner?
The a la carte wedding services at Palmaïa – The House of AïA are ideal for you.
They include:
- Plant-based food and drink
- An array of ceremony setup and decor choices
- Music and entertainment options
- Photographic and video services
Prefer a simple wedding planning option?
No problem.
There are romantic wedding packages available at the resort ranging in price from $9,500- $14,500.
The wedding venues at Palmaïa – The House of AïA are just as impressive as the packages.
You get to say “I do” against a gorgeous Caribbean backdrop.
Choose from four exquisitely decorated wedding venues at this resort:
- Beach Gazebo
- Hidden Bay
- Palm Bay
- Rustic Casita
Each venue has a maximum capacity of 80 guests.
This makes them perfect for intimate to medium-sized vegan-friendly wedding celebrations.
If you would like to speak to us about your options for a vegan wedding at this resort, call us today toll-free at 888-537-9797
You may also want to take a look at my review of weddings at the resort.
“Weddings at Palmaia – The House of AïA | Our Honest Review 2024”
2. Hotel Xcaret Arte
★★★★★| Adults-Only Ages 16+ | Playa del Carmen | 900 suites | $$
The couples we work with at PlayaDelCarmen.Com love the Hotel Xcaret Arte vegan-friendly experience.
There’s a health and well-being vibe in every aspect of resort life and its design is the perfect blend of luxury and natural beauty.
Hotel Overview – vegan-friendly features
Veganism is at the center of the resort ethos.
This is reflected in the numerous vegan cuisine options on the menu.
Choose this resort for your vegan-friendly wedding celebration and you can expect dining experiences include:
- Michelin-starred cuisine under the leadership of chef Paco Méndez at signature restaurant Encanta.
- Food from China and the state of Puebla at Chino Poblano under head chef Jonathan Gómez Luna.
- Indigenous food from the Yucatan Peninsula created by Ricardo Muñoz Zurita.
What accommodation and amenities are available at Hotel Xcaret Arte?
At this resort, you and your wedding guests can choose from a selection of accommodation options including:
- Junior suites
- Suites
- Swim-up suites
- Master suites
Accommodations have a view of the lush gardens, tranquil river, or crystal blue Caribbean Sea.
They are located across five different “Casas” with names influenced by Mexican culture.
They are:
- Casa de los Artistas
- Casa de la Música
- Casa de la Paz
- Casa de la Pirámide,
- Casa del Diseño.
Every Casa has its own unique vibe.
Heads up…
For a special vegan touch choose Casa de la Paz where vegan cuisine workshops are available.
Last but not least…
Stay at this resort and you get access to the famous Xcaret Parks and Tours:
- Xcaret
- Xel-Há
- Xplor
- Xplor Fuego
- Xenses
- Xoximilco
- Xavage
- Xenotes
- Xichén
How far is Hotel Xcaret Arte from Cancun Airport?
Hotel Xcaret Arte is 45-minutes away from Cancun International.
We can arrange transfers for you as part of your wedding planning.
This helps to make life easier so you can just sit back and enjoy the ride.
Weddings at Hotel Xcaret Arte
Looking for a unique vegan-friendly wedding in Mexico?
Hotel Xcaret Arte delivers.
The basic cost of wedding ceremonies at the resort is:
- Symbolic ceremony – $900 including a minister
- Legal ceremony – $1,300 including a judge to officiate, completion of paperwork, and prenuptial examination
- Prehispanic ceremony – $3,200 including features such as a priest, two smokers, and a God Itzamná.
Once you know which ceremony you want, you can then build a celebration that’s completely bespoke.
For example, you can add a cocktail service for two hours for $80 per person.
You get to decide exactly what your wedding looks like.
What’s not to love ❤?
And, there’s more good news…
The wedding venues at Hotel Xcaret Arte are romantic and stunning.
You can choose the Playón Pirámide or Salón Frida for symbolic ceremonies.
And the Ecumenical Chapel is available for symbolic and legal ceremonies at an extra cost of $1,900.
This resort is amazing for bespoke vegan-friendly weddings.
If you would like to speak to us about your options for a vegan wedding at this resort, call us today toll-free at 888-537-9797
3. Finest Playa Mujeres
★★★★| Family-Friendly & Adults-Only | Playa Mujeres Cancun | 450 rooms | $$
Looking for vegan resorts in Mexico for your wedding celebrations?
Finest Playa Mujeres is a 4★ family-friendly resort that caters to vegan and vegetarian diets.
Hotel overview – vegan-friendly features
You and your wedding guests will get access to a myriad of vegan dining options at this resort.
The standard menus are not vegan specific but chefs produce outstanding cuisine for all dietary requirements.
All you need to do is ask.
You can sample amazing vegan international cuisine including French, Asian fusion, and Caribbean.
Here’s an extra piece of advice…
Contact us and we’ll speak to the Food and Beverage Guest Relations Manager.
They’ll liaise with the restaurant team so you get the food choices you want.
What is the difference between Finest Club and Excellence Club?
Finest Playa Mujeres is a family-friendly destination.
If you prefer an adults-only option, choose Excellence Playa Mujeres on the same site.
This gives you access to adults-only facilities including pools, beach areas, restaurants, and lounges.
What amenities and activities are available at Finest Playa Mujeres?
You get an array of luxury accommodation options at this resort including:
- Junior suites with pool or ocean view
- Swim-up suites
- Rooftop terraces with plunge pool
- Imperial suites with private pool
Outside of the contemporary accommodation spaces, there’s an opportunity to take a dip in one of the crystal clear pools.
Or, you can simply sip a cocktail poolside if you prefer.
I’d also recommend a visit to the ONE Spa where you can spoil yourself with a treatment.
How far is Finest Playa Mujeres from Cancun airport?
The resort is a 38-minute drive from Cancun International.
We’ll help you book shared or private transportation with the team at Finest Playa Mujeres.
Weddings at Finest Playa Mujeres
You can choose from a selection of competitively priced wedding packages at Finest Playa Mujeres.
The cost of these packages is $850 – $2,400.
Want to make your vegan wedding more personal to you?
No problem…
You can simply add an optional extra at an additional cost, such as:
- Special floral requests
- Photography and video for the ceremony
- Couple’s spa packages at ONE Spa
- Hairstyling and makeup for the bride
- Music (DJ or live music)
- Entertainment
- Romantic beach dinners
- Fireworks and indoor pyrotechnics
We’ll help you arrange all of your add ons in advance so that you don’t miss out on anything.
The exquisitely decorated wedding venues at Finest Playa Mujeres are as impressive as the packages and add ons.
You can choose from:
- Beach Wedding
- Grand Palapa
- Stone Gazebo
- Sky Bar Terrace
- Las Dunas Beach House
- Convention Center
You can see that this is a great resort if you want several venue options to choose from and the freedom to add some additional sparkle to your big day.
If you would like to speak to us about your options for a vegan wedding at this resort, call us today toll-free at 888-537-9797
You may also want to take a look at my review of this resort.
“My Honest Review of the Finest Playa Mujeres Hotel (North Cancun) 2024”
4. Grand Velas
★★★★★| Family-Friendly | Riviera Maya | 539 suites | $$$
This 5★ luxury resort is located beside a soft white sand beach and surrounded by a lush green landscape.
It’s gorgeous and it’s vegan-friendly.
What more could you want?
Hotel overview – vegan-friendly features
One of our favorite features of this resort is its selection of vegan-friendly spa treatments.
The “Vegan Soul” treatments on the SE Spa menu include cruelty-free, organic, and paraben-free products.
So, you and your wedding party can have an incredible spa experience without veering away from your vegan principles.
How fabulous is that 😍?
The Grand Velas team is also happy to cater to vegan dietary requirements.
Here’s a tip…
Contact us and we’ll speak to the concierge.
They’ll liaise with the restaurant team so that all your dietary requests are in place before you arrive.
What amenities and activities are available at Grand Velas?
If you’re looking at vegan resorts to host your wedding, you can’t fail to be impressed by the accommodation at Grand Velas.
There are three different resort ambiances to choose from.
- The Grand Class Ambiance – Romantic and elegant suites with private terraces, plunge pools, and views of the Caribbean.
- The Ambassador Ambiance – The perfect choice of accommodation for anyone traveling with kids.
- The Zen Ambiance – Accommodation that’s all about relaxation and being close to nature.
Aside from the contemporary accommodation, you and your wedding party can enjoy:
- Three pools
- Wellness center
- Children’s Playground
- Entertainment program
- Kids’ club
- Teens’ club
- Live music
How far is Grand Velas from Cancun airport?
The resort is 44 minutes away from Cancun International.
Speak to us about arranging your transfers as part of planning your vegan wedding in paradise.
Weddings at Grand Velas
The wedding packages available at Grand Velas are all competitively priced.
They cost $2750 – $4400.
You can personalize your wedding experience by choosing additional services such as:
- Professional Photography and videography
- Floral arrangements
- Live Music & DJ Services
- Luxurious Spa & Spa Packages
- Beauty Salon Services
- VIP Transportation Arrangements
We make sure that every aspect of your wedding is planned with great attention to detail and you get dedicated help from the wedding team at the resort.
The wedding venues at the resort are varied and expertly decorated for ceremonies, cocktails, and receptions.
You can choose from:
- Zen Garden – A tropical green space with a reflecting pool and large ceiba tree. This open-air location for cocktails and receptions is situated next to the lobby in Zen Grand Ambiance and is suitable for all sizes of events, especially large celebrations.
- Zen Pool Terrace – This cocktails and receptions space can be split into two sections. It’s located next to the Zen Grand Pool and has a mystical tropical vibe.
- Sen Lin Terrace – This wedding venue has close-up views of the breathtaking mangroves and ancient forests. It’s a spacious venue with exquisite decor making it perfect for cocktails and receptions.
- Virgen De Guadalupe Chapel – Located in Zen Grand Ambiance, this venue is specifically designed for the celebration of Catholic weddings.
- Ambassador Garden – Choose this venue for your vegan wedding at Grand Velas and you get exceptional views across the infinity pool. It’s a relaxing naturally beautiful celebration space.
- Ocean Terrace – This space is ideal for intimate ceremonies and cocktails. It’s located in Grand Class Ambiance which means it’s only suitable for guests age 12+.
- Grand Class Beach – Say “I do” on the Grand Class Beach and you experience the breathtaking beauty of the Caribbean landscape with soft white sand beneath your feet. This venue is suitable for weddings with guests aged 12+.
- Grand Velas Convention Center – If you’re planning a grand and glamorous wedding, this venue has the space and elegance you need. It also has beautiful vistas across the resort’s tropical gardens.
You’ll love this resort if the guests attending your vegan wedding have different tastes, due to the various ambiance choices available.
If you would like to speak to us about your options for a vegan wedding at this resort, call us today toll-free at 888-537-9797
5. Sandos Cancun
★★★★★| Family-Friendly | Cancun
Trying to find a wedding location for a vegan in Cancun?
Sandos Cancun is a great resort for vegan weddings.
Hotel overview – vegan-friendly features
Sandos Cancun has a full vegan menu, so you don’t have to worry about dining options for any vegans at your wedding.
The authentic dishes are fresh, innovative, and taste amazing.
The resort also has an overall emphasis on health and well-being with its Wellfit Experience.
You can check out activities such as ocean-front spinning classes and treatments at the Spa del Mar.
Plus, you also get the opportunity to practice mindfulness during your stay.
How AMAZING does that sound?
Accommodation at Sandos Cancun is luxurious and contemporary.
You can choose from:
- Superior Room
- Deluxe Room
- Sandos Suite
- Laguna Suite
And, last but not least, the Caribe Suite for that extra luxury touch including two bedrooms with private bathrooms and a private furnished balcony with views of the Caribbean Sea.
How far is Sandos Cancun from the airport?
The resort is a 20-minute drive from Cancun International.
Speak to us about arranging your transfers as part of your wedding planning.
Weddings at Sandos Cancun
The resort has wedding packages for every budget and wedding dream.
Each package is comprehensive and competitively priced.
The cost of these packages is FREE – $11,999.
There are three gorgeous wedding venues at Sandos Cancun.
You can exchange vows on the soft white sand of the Beach with a maximum capacity of 200 guests.
This venue is available for private events until 11 pm except during turtle breeding season when it’s available until 9 pm.
The other venues you can consider for your vegan-friendly wedding are:
- Terrace – maximum capacity 300
- Penthouse – maximum capacity 50
Sandos Cancun is an excellent choice for weddings with a dedicated vegan menu and a wellness vibe.
If you would like to speak to us about your options for a vegan wedding at this resort, call us today toll-free at 888-537-9797
6. Ready to Plan Your Vegan-Friendly Wedding?
Have you been inspired by our selection of resorts for a vegan-friendly wedding in Cancun and the Riviera Maya?
That’s good to hear.
Our award-winning weddings team is excited to help you bring your vegan-friendly wedding dreams to life.
Call us on 888-537-9797 or complete the form on our website.
We’re a local team so we have the connections and knowledge to get you the best bang for your buck.
And, we’ll make sure you get the perfect vegan-friendly wedding in paradise.
Have any questions about vegan-friendly weddings in Cancun and the Riviera Maya?
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Pop something in the comments and I’ll get on it as soon as I can.
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