Weddings at The Hyatt Ziva Cancun | Our Honest Review (2024)

Thinking of Hyatt Ziva Cancun for your destination wedding and want some honest advice?

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With so many resorts to choose from for your wedding in Mexico, it can be hard knowing where to start.

Luckily, for you, we know the hotels and the area like the back of our hands.

Our wedding planners have organized a ton of weddings this side of paradise!

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Weddings at The Hyatt Ziva Cancun | Your Ultimate Guide

1. Hotel Overview
2. Package Options + Add Ons/Perks/Discounts
3. Ceremony & Reception Options
4. Gay Weddings At The Hyatt Ziva
5. Room Types
6. Beach
7. Food & Drink
8. Activities & Group Entertainment
9. What Brides & Grooms Said…
10. Why We Like It (Pros/Cons)
11. Additional Resources You May Find Useful
12. Start Planning Your Dream Day

1. Hotel Overview

★★★★★ | Family Friendly | Cancun

Looking for an all-inclusive wedding location with an amazing beach?

Hyatt Ziva Cancun is it!

Imagine soft white sand and crystal blue Caribbean waters.

Sounds idyllic, doesn’t it?

That’s only the start…

You get luxury accommodation with balconies and stunning views.

And, you can socialize at any of the eight restaurants, three lounges, and six bars onsite.

Have guests who prefer adults-only to family-friendly?

No problem.

The new Turquoize section of the resort is all about full-on adults-only luxury.

What amenities are at Hyatt Ziva Cancun?

The amenities at this resort have “5-star” written all over them.

They include:

• Free WiFi
• Room service
• Entertainment day and night
• Family-friendly accommodation
• KidZ Club and water play area for your younger wedding guests
• Fitness Center
• Pool
• Concierge

How far is Hyatt Ziva Cancun from Cancun International?

The resort is a 30-minute drive from the airport.

The team at PlayaDelCarmen.Com can arrange your transportation so you can sit back and enjoy the journey.

We can also arrange flights for you and your guests if you’re travelling from the US or Canada.

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2. All-Inclusive Wedding Package Options

I love the fact that the five wedding packages at Hyatt Ziva Cancun offer great value alongside customizable features.

My personal favorite is “Lavish & Opulent.”

This package is for 20 guests + the wedding couple, and costs costs $5,569.

You can see what incredible value this is when you see that you get inclusions such as:

• Symbolic marriage ceremony and certificate.
• Bouquet for the bride and boutonnière for the groom.
• Signature Wedding Cake.
• Decoration of the wedding couple’s room.
• 25-minute massage for each of the wedding couple.
• Oceanfront dinner for the wedding couple.
• Services of a wedding specialist at the resort.
• Ceremony table with white linen and chairs.
• Sound system for the ceremony.
• Altar floral centerpiece.
• Updo, makeup, manicure, and pedicure for the bride.
• Private one-hour cocktail party after the Ceremony.
• Private three-hour wedding reception.

Other packages you can choose from cost between $589 and $16,289.

These packages are:

• Just For the Two of You for the wedding couple only (can be complimentary depending on certain conditions).
• Intimate Elegance​ for up to 10 guests (can be complimentary depending on certain conditions).
• Luxury for up to 40 guests.
• Zama for up to 40 guests.

Speak to our team at PlayaDelCarmen.Com toll-free at 888-537-9797.

We’ll help you arrange your perfect destination wedding and get you the best deals for your size of the wedding party.

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3. Ceremony & Reception Venues

As you can see, you get to say “I do” against a stunning backdrop at Hyatt Ziva Cancun.

Every one of the six wedding venues at the resort is just as gorgeous.

For big weddings, I’d recommend the Elements Ballroom that has a maximum capacity of 745.

For a more intimate setting, the Cliff Gazebo (maximum capacity 65) is to die for.

The other dreamy venues at the resort are:

• Sahara Beach (maximum capacity 400).
• Punta Vista Terrace (maximum capacity 200).
• Lighthouse Gazebo (maximum capacity 100).
• Sky Terrace (maximum capacity 100).

For more details on any of these venues or packages please reach out to us.

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4. Gay Weddings at This Resort

The team at PlayaDelCarmen.Com has a passion for making wedding dreams come true.

We work with same-sex couples to create their perfect romantic event.

Most often couples choose a symbolic ceremony at the resort with all the legal paperwork completed at home.

But, with some extra paperwork and planning, couples can have a legal same-sex wedding in Mexico.

We’re here to help answer any questions and provide advice.

For a closer look at same-sex weddings in Cancun, take a look at my blog post:

Top 10 All-Inclusive Resorts for Gay & LGBT Weddings in Mexico (2024)

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5. Rooms Types

The accommodation at the resort is contemporary and the furnishings have an exquisite artistic touch.

You get a relaxing and high-tech experience in whichever room or suite you choose.

Accommodation features include spa-like bathrooms with rainfall showers, complimentary refreshment centers, and furnished balconies.

You and your guests also get to choose from an array of room and suite options:

• King (with Sofa Bed)
• Double
• Resort View King (with Sofa Bed)
• Resort View Double
• Ocean View King (with Sofa Bed)
• Ocean View Double Ocean Front King (with Sofa Bed)
• Ocean Front DoubleClub Ocean Front King
• Club Ocean Front Double
• Dolphin View Master King (with Sofa Bed)
• Dolphin View Master Double (with Sofa Bed)
• Ocean Front Pyramid Suite (with Sofa Bed)
• Club Ocean Front Corner Suite
• Club Ocean Front Master Suite
• Club Two Bedroom Ocean Front Suite
• Presidential Suite

*Club-level suites are for World of Hyatt members.*

Turquoize Adults only section:

• Turquoize Ocean Front Master King
• Turquoize Ocean Front Master Double
• Turquoize Sky Ocean Front Master King
• Turquoize Sky Ocean Front Master Double
• Turquoize Sky Swim Up Ocean Front Master King
• Turquoize Sky Swim Up Ocean Front Master Double

Last but not least.

I love the eye-popping Swim-Up King and Swim-Up Double accommodations.

Just GORGEOUS! 💖

How many rooms are there at Hyatt Ziva Cancun?

There are 547 spacious and luxurious rooms and suites at the resort.

What is the maximum room occupancy at Hyatt Ziva Cancun?

The maximum capacity for accommodation at the resort is four.

How much does it cost to stay at Hyatt Ziva Cancun?

The average cost of staying at the resort is around $450-$600 per night based on two adults.

Actual costs depend on which accommodation you choose and when you stay.

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6. Beach at Hyatt Ziva Cancun

The beach at Hyatt Ziva is soft and stunning with calm waters.

It’s a tropical paradise.

The resort team makes sure the sand remains pristine and there’s very little seaweed.

Heads up…

Sometimes, there aren’t enough umbrellas on the beach but there are plenty of places to seek shade until one becomes available.

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7. Food & Drink

The dining selection at Hyatt Ziva is eclectic and international.

There is something to delight every palate.

You can eat at any of an array of restaurants:

• La Bastille an adults-only venue serving French cuisine
• El Mercado gourmet buffet
• The Moongate for an open kitchen experience.
• Tradewinds, a relaxed grill during the day, and a classic steakhouse in the evening.
• Lorenzo’s for traditional Italian cuisine.
• Habaneros for tacos, fresh seafood ceviches, and aguachiles on the beach.
• Chevy’s for an American dining experience.
• Pasteles for delicious desserts.

Or why not chat over coffee and a pastry at Casa del Café.

Looking for a truly special dining experience?

The Chef’s Table is a gourmet experience with diners getting to enjoy a six-course tasting menu adjacent to a prime show kitchen.

After dining, you and your wedding guests can socialize and relax at any of the resort’s bars.

• Saasil Bar, a lobby bar with the spirit of Mexico.
• Juana Margarita tequila bar.
• Tres CerveZa’s upscale microbrewery.
• Punta Vista, exclusive to the adult’s only Turquoize section of the resort.
• Dips & Sips Swim-up bar.
• Bar del Mar for Club-level guests.

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8. Activities & Entertainment at Hyatt Ziva Cancun

It’s not just the accommodation that impresses at Hyatt Ziva Cancun.

You also get activities and entertainment for all ages.

You and your guests can spend all your time inside the resort and you’ll never get bored.

The experiences you can expect include:

• Swimming and Watersports
• Fitness and Sports
• @Moods Lounge and Club for teens.
• KidZ Club where the youngest members of your wedding party can make new friends and have supervised fun.
• Daily activities include dance classes and Spanish lessons.
• Live entertainment includes musicians, dancers, and acrobats.

For relaxation and pampering, I recommend that you and your bridal party spend some extra bucks on optional treatments at the onsite spa.

It’s so worth it!

Is there anything to do outside of Hyatt Ziva Cancun?

If you and your wedding guests want to party, you’re within walking distance of Cancun’s amazing nightlife.

Check out my blog post to see where you can get some dance action.

11 Best Nightclubs & Beach Clubs in Cancun During COVID (2024)

You’ll also find plenty of shopping and dining experiences close to the resort.

I’d always recommend you spend some time exploring.

It’s such a fabulous part of the world.

At PlayaDelCarmen.Com we’ll get you the best deals on tours and activities you’ll never forget.

Take a look at the top things to do we can arrange for you.

Have any questions?

Just give us a call on 888-537-9797.

Or, pop something in the comments and I’ll get on it.

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9. What Brides Said…

“We chose Hyatt Ziva for our wedding destination, and we couldn’t have chosen a better hotel. All our 47 guests loved their experience and they only had good things to say and share. The service at Ziva is simply amazing! The food and drinks are incredible and every single person working there treated us with respect and made us feel special.”

Sabrina C

“We stayed at the Hyatt Ziva with 30 of our closest family and friends. We had our wedding here and it was a dream come true. The resort has the best food and amenities of any resort we have ever stayed at.”

dvantilburg21

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10. Why We Like The Hyatt Ziva Cancun for Weddings

Our local wedding planners are passionate about making destination weddings a reality.

So, we never recommend anything we don’t love.

And, we’re always completely honest.

In the case of Hyatt Ziva Cancun, I love:

• A beach that’s pristine, soft, and exquisitely beautiful.
• Family-friendly and adults-only accommodation in one place.
• The Chef’s Table, it’s not to be missed.
• Affordable wedding packages that can be customized.

There may be a slight lack of umbrellas on the beach but this doesn’t remove the sparkle from the overall experience.

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11. Additional Resources You May Find Useful

1. 10 Best Resorts for 200+ Guest Wedding in Mexico 
2. 10 Best Resorts for a Kid-Friendly Wedding in Mexico
3. 10 Best Resorts for an Adult-Only Wedding in Mexico
4. Average Cost of a Destination Wedding in Cancun

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12. Get Married in Paradise

Like the sound of Hyatt Ziva Cancun for your dream wedding?

That’s excellent news.

We’ve organized 100’s of destination weddings and would love to help bring your wedding ideas to life!

Speak to a member of our team and you’ll get the best deals on wedding packages and venues, activities, accommodation, tours, and activities.

We’ll make sure that your wedding is as romantic and special as you wish it to be.

Call us on 888-537-9797. or start planning here.

We look forward to being part of your wedding story.

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