Weddings at El Dorado Royale | Our Honest Review (2024)

Looking for information about weddings at El Dorado Royale?

I’ve got you covered.

The team at PlayaDelCarmen.Com is local to the resort.

So, we have the inside info and contacts you need to make your wedding dreams a reality.

And, I’m excited to share our insights with you.

You’ll discover wedding packages and venues at the resort.

Plus, I’ll uncover the accommodation, activities, and dining choices you can expect if you choose a wedding at El Dorado Royale.

Ready to start exploring?

Weddings at El Dorado Royale | 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

★★★★ | Adults-only | Playa Del Carmen

Looking for an adults-only paradise for your destination wedding?

El Dorado Royale is just what you’re searching for as you can see…

The five-star resort is AAA Diamond Award-winning.

And, the Gourmet Inclusive® experience is impressive.

Whether you’re seeking a relaxing or adventurous experience, you’ll find it.

You can take a romantic stroll along the beach with your partner or chill out with your bridal party around one of the pools.

Alternatively, you may prefer to take part in an activity such as fitness classes, dance lessons, and snorkeling.

And, I’d definitely recommend a visit to the Náay Spa at Royale.

The treatments are fabulous 😍.

Other amenities and activities at El Dorado Royale include:

• A la carte restaurants
• Yoga
• Kayaking
• Tennis
• Fitness center
• Evening entertainment
• Room service available until late
• Free WiFi
• Is El Dorado Royale all-inclusive?

The experience at El Dorado Royale is Gourmet Inclusive®.

You get five-star dining and drinking as well as top-class entertainment.

You can also expect contemporary accommodation with amenities such as mini-bars and hot tubs.

What’s not to love 💗?

How far is El Dorado Royale from the airport?

The resort is a 28-minute drive from Cancun International.

We’ll help you arrange your airport transfers so you can relax and enjoy the Mexican experience from the minute you step off the plane.

El Dorado Royale is a stunning adults-only destination.

If you’re looking for a resort that caters for kids as well take a look at my blog post.

“10 Best Resorts for a Kid-Friendly Wedding in Mexico (2024)”

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2. All-Inclusive Wedding Package Options

The surroundings at El Dorado Royale are exquisite.

And you have a selection of wedding packages to choose from, to create a wedding that’s perfect for you.

The Ultimate Memorable Moments Wedding Experience is popular with our clients at PlayaDelCarmen.Com and it’s easy to see why.

It provides a magical wedding experience for you and your guests to savour.

The package costs $9,999.

For that price you get features including:

• Decor for the altar
• Floral arrangements
• 24 chairs with designer covers
• Aisle runner
• Boutonniere for the groom
• Bouquet for the bride
• Non-denominational minister or judge

• Wedding certificate
• Witnesses if required
• Sound system
• Signature welcome drink
• Personalized Wedding Program on Signature
• Wedding Guest concierge
• Personal on-site wedding attendant
• Groom’s room with gourmet bites
• Personalized wedding website
• Honeymoon gift registry
• Gourmet Honeymoon Package for the wedding couple

You may also want to check out the other packages available at this resort.

“Always & Forever Wedding Package” which costs $950 or is FREE depending on certain booking conditions.

“South Asian Wedding Experience” which costs $18,799 for up to 50 people.

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3. Ceremony & Reception Venues

Whatever size of wedding you’re planning, you’ll find a venue to suit at El Dorado Royale.

For big destination weddings, I’d recommend the stunning ballroom which has a maximum capacity of 600 guests.

For more intimate celebrations, you can consider the Casitas Gazebo with a maximum capacity of 10 guests or the slightly larger Bellinis Gazebo with a maximum capacity of 50 guests.

Other beautiful wedding venues at the resort you can choose from include:

• Salon Royale (maximum capacity 300 guests).
• Fuentes Gazebo (maximum capacity 100 guests).
• White Gazebo (maximum capacity 100 guests).
• Gazebo 55 (maximum capacity 100 guests).
• Mexican Gazebo (maximum capacity 70 guests).
• La Glorieta (maximum capacity 60 guests).
• Jojo’s Deck (maximum capacity 40 guests).
• Chapel (maximum capacity 40 guests).
• Salon Dorado (maximum capacity 40 guests).
• Chapel Terrace Gazebo (maximum capacity 20 guests).

Call us on 888-537-9797 to talk about the perfect location for your wedding.

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4. Gay Weddings at This Resort

Bringing wedding ideas to life is a passion of the team at PlayaDelCarmen.Com.

So, we’re excited to work with same-sex couples to arrange their celebrations in Mexico.

In most cases, this involves having a symbolic ceremony at the resort.

However, legal same-sex weddings in Mexico are also possible.

This involves just a little more planning and paperwork.

Call us on 888-537-9797 if you want to find out more.

We’re happy to help.

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5. Rooms Types

Book rooms at El Dorado Royale for you and your guests and you can expect luxury amenities.

Plus, the decor is impressive as you can see…

All accommodation comes with features including hot tubs, fully loaded mini-bars, and balconies or swim-up terraces.

Other rooms amenities you can expect include:

• Air conditioning
• Radio/alarm
• Bathrobes
• Safety deposit box
• Hair dryer
• Cable TV
• Iron & ironing board

You can choose from different room type options including:

• Luxury Junior Suite
• Beachfront Junior Suite
• Junior Swim Up Suite
• Royal Suite
• Royal Swim Up Suite

For an extra touch of romance, I’d recommend the Beachfront Honeymoon Suite.

You get an elegant and charming environment.

And, you and your partner can relax in your personal hot tub.

Plus, there’s a comfortable king bed to sleep in.

What more could you want?

How many rooms are there at El Dorado Royale?

There are 478 rooms at the resort.

Speak to us and we’ll help you choose the accommodation that’s the best option for you.
How much does it cost to stay at El Dorado Royale?

You can expect to pay around $496 to $978 per night for a room at the resort.

The actual cost of your stay depends on which accommodation you choose and the dates of your celebrations.

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6. Beach

The sand on the beach at El Dorado Royale is soft and the resort team works hard to keep it clean.

You can simply enjoy relaxing and taking in the sun or watching it go down.

Or, if you prefer, why not take part in a game of beach volleyball?

This may not be the biggest beach in the area but it’s still beautiful.

Quick heads up…

Swimming can be difficult due to the rocks along the shoreline.

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7. Food & Drink

Looking for a varied and healthy gourmet dining experience for you and your wedding guests?

You’ll be impressed by the food and drink options at El Dorado Royale.

I’m especially excited by the onsite Rainforest Alliance Certified GreenHouse.

Approximately 14 tons of vegetables are produced in the greenhouse each month.

So, you get to eat fresh produce and protect the planet at the same time.

The restaurant experiences at the resort are pretty amazing too.

You can choose to eat at any of a range of venues including:

Eateries:

• Cocotal for international cuisine.
• D’Italia Villas, a home of contemporary Italian cuisine.
• D’Italia Casitas, an Italian food based eatery with a beachfront location.
• Fuentes Culinary Theater where you are taken on a culinary journey by the chef.
• Ojo’s Caribbean Seaside Grill where lovers of seafood feel right at home.
• Kampai Pacific Rim, a venue that has its own sushi menu.
• Spot International Food Display, the perfect place to enjoy breakfast or lunch in a relaxing jungle environment.
• La Isla International Cuisine for international themed breakfasts.
• Aside from the restaurant options at the resort, there are also gourmet corners for casual dining:
• Rincon Mexicano, the home of authentic Mexican street food.
• Sante Fe Grill for coal-cooked dishes made for sharing.
• Health Bar where fresh fruit juices, smoothies, and healthy bites are the order of the day.
• Kick Midday Grill where Mexican favorites are accompanied by cocktails.
• Las Olas where you can enjoy gourmet salads and made-to-order sandwiches.

It’s not just the restaurants that will impress you at the resort, the bars are just as memorable.

Bars

There is a drinking establishment to suit all tastes including:

• Bar Guacamayas with swinging chairs where you can relax and enjoy a cold drink and some live music.
• JoJo’s Beach Bar with spectacular sea views.
• Bellini’s bar, a perfect romantic setting in a contemporary lounge.
• Gaviotas Seashore Bar, a tropical beach setting.
• Martinis Lobby Bar, the perfect place to meet up with your wedding party and socialize over a few drinks.
• Tucanes Swim-up Bar where you can chill out with a drink without leaving the water.
• Fuentes Swim-up Bar for convenient refreshments while you’re splashing about in the water.
• Spot Swim-up Bar for drinks and tasty bites.
• La Isla Swim-up Bar for refreshments without leaving the water.

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8. Activities & Entertainment

Concerned that there won’t be enough activities and entertainment for you and your wedding guests outside of your ceremony and celebrations?

You don’t need to worry about El Dorado Royale.

There’s plenty for everyone to do.

I’ll start by saying there are 13 pools including one that’s saltwater and several that have swim-up bars.

That’s impressive enough as it is but it’s only the start.

Other activities you can enjoy at the resort include:

• Scuba clinics in the main poolAqua fitness classes
• Horseback riding
• Cooking classes
• Dance lessons
• Hydroponic greenhouse tour
• Tequila tasting

Last but not least…

You can’t leave this resort without paying a visit to Náay Spa.

Treat yourself to one of the many treatments including manicures/pedicures and facials.

Are there any activities close to El Dorado Royale?

As you can see, there’s an array of great things to do inside the resort.

But, I’d still recommend you venture outside to explore.

After all, this is one of the most beautiful parts of the world.

The team at PlayaDelCarmen.Com can get you great deals on tours and activities.

You just have to ask.

The Catamaya Catamaran is a personal favorite tour of mine.

You get to sail aboard a 65-foot luxury catamaran.

You also have the opportunity to snorkel at the second-longest barrier reef in the world and enjoy a meal with spectacular views of the Caribbean Sea.

This is an incredible adventure but it’s not your only option.

You can get some more inspiration by reading my blog post.

“10 Best Tours for Group Vacations When Travelling to The Riviera Maya (2024)”

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9. What Brides Said…

“Just got back from a trip for our wedding last night. This place was absolutely amazing, so many places to see, everyone was super friendly and there were workers constantly making sure everything was cleaned. Being the bride, they truly made me feel like royalty from the moment we got off the plane through our whole trip. We traveled with 40 guests and every single person loved this trip! We will be back!”

madisonlfridley

“We have been having a great time our first three days. We had a wedding here that went as planned and was perfect! Evita was the best wedding coordinator. Today all the pool activities were great with Tanya, Hugo, Victor, Jesus. Water polo, foam party, volleyball!”

Catherine C

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10. Why We Like It

Our team loves nothing more than to be part of our clients’ wedding stories.

We’re passionate about making sure every celebration is perfect.

This is why we only ever recommend resorts and experiences we trust.

And, we’re always honest.

At El Dorado Royale I’m especially a fan of:

• Sustainable focus with a hydroponic greenhouse on-site.
• Luxurious adults-only vibe.
• Impressive range of dining options.
• 13 pools including a seawater option.

Keeping it real, the beach is not big and it’s rocky in parts but it’s also clean and the sand is soft.

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11. Additional Resources You May Find Useful

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3. Weddings At Secrets The Vine Hotel | Our Review

12. Get Married in Paradise

Think the El Dorado Royale is the best location for your destination wedding?

That’s great news.

The PlayaDelCarmen.Com team would love to help you plan your celebrations.

We’re local to the resort and we’ll get you the great deals you’re looking for.

We’ll also arrange memorable activities for you and your wedding party.

Contact us on 888-537-9797 or complete the contact form on our website.