Destination Wedding Venues in Jamaica: Locations, Pricing, Planning Tips, and More
For most, a scenic wedding in a breathtaking land is a dream come true. The salty air, the dreamy views, and the romantic getaway are all a part of the experience of a tropical destination wedding.
Jamaica is a destination wedding hotspot; most soon-to-be couples are happy to call their “I do” location. With sprawling lands of ocean and intimate waterfalls and mountains, Jamaica paints a beautiful picture.
This island hosts dozens of different kinds of resorts at reasonably affordable prices, offering services to nearly all budgets and wedding types.
But with so many locations and types of wedding venues in Jamaica, it’s not always clear which venue is right for you and your partner.
Luckily, we’ve crafted this ultimate guide on wedding venues in Jamaica, offering the best venues in every category and location, cost breakdowns for a wedding in Jamaica, tips for planning a destination wedding, and more.
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Why Choose Jamaica for Your Wedding?
Jamaica is a combination of so many good things: affordable, naturally beautiful, warm, uniquely charming, and intimate.
It’s Intimate - Unlike Cancun or other party hotspots, Jamaica is quieter and more intimate. That’s not to say that you can’t find a good nightclub or party on the island, but it has its own place amongst visitors and residents. This element is perfect for those who want to carve out some club time in their schedules but don’t plan to make it a main priority throughout their wedding festivities.
Versatile Landscape - Jamaica is also extremely versatile. Although the island isn’t huge, you can find so many different elements of nature throughout the land; beaches, waterfalls, mountains, rainforests, and caves are just some of the natural scenery you will come across during your visit. Therefore, there are also many scenery options when choosing a wedding venue location or the perfect spot for a fun group day before the ceremony. Most larger countries can’t offer such a variety of scenery.
Year-Round Sunshine - The weather is also a highlight of the island’s offerings. Unlike most regions or countries, Jamaica has consistently warm weather year-round, so no need to worry about booking during a cold month. The island offers a picturesque tropical scene nearly all year of 70s - high 80s temperatures - a welcomed reprieve from some of the cold winter conditions most of us experience for the better part of half the year.
Jamaica Is Affordable - Jamaica may seem like a top-dollar location, but it’s actually really affordable! U.S. News named Jamaica the number one best cheap destination wedding location, and for good reason. The average wedding package on the island, excluding airfare and other extras, comes in just under $2,000. Yes, only $2,000! This allows couples with all different kinds of budgets to enjoy a dreamy wedding experience.
It’s a Short Trip for Most - Unlike a trip to Italy or Japan, nearly all Americans can reach an airport in Jamaica in under 6 hours. For those in Florida, it’s a quick two-hour trip. Those further North in Chicago can expect a five-hour flight, roughly. Most airlines designate flights to Jamaica as direct trips, so you shouldn’t have to worry about layovers. This leaves more time for wedding festivities and fun!
The Residents Are Kind and Welcoming - The residents of Jamaica are kind and welcoming to all, offering a friendly and positive atmosphere to you and your guests alike. Residents treat visitors and tourists with respect and hospitality, which will create a beautiful environment for your wedding day.
It’s Full of Unique Charm - Jamaica offers a unique charm you won’t find anywhere else! It’s peaceful, tropical, full of music and rhythm, has unique foods and cuisines, and everyone is welcome. It’s a great environment for groups to relax, celebrate, or just get some sun.
What to Look for in a Jamaican Wedding Venue
Cost - Although most wedding venues in Jamaica are pretty affordable, it’s always crucial to make sure the venue fits your budget. Allow room in your budget for any extras the property may not cover, such as decorations, alcohol, or a wedding cake.
A Fitting Wedding Package Type - In your search for a wedding venue in Jamaica, look into the wedding packages each location offers. Most venues have a few different tiered packages that cover different aspects of the wedding. Choose a package that covers things the most expensive things that are essential to you and your ceremony. You can always purchase the smaller things separately (and probably at a cheaper price), so you don’t necessarily find one that has everything you want.
Scenery That Fits Your Wedding Theme - Most venues offer scenic views as a background or atmosphere for your wedding. As mentioned previously, Jamaica has various types of landscapes, so pick a region or venue location that offers a similar vibe to your wedding theme. If you’re planning a tropical beach wedding, choose a venue on the ocean. Creating a mysterious jungle scene? Look for a venue closer to the rainforest. Seeking a ceremony amongst nature? Look for a venue near waterfalls or caves.
Proper Guest Accommodations - If you plan to have several guests, it’s important to choose a venue or adjacent hotel that can not only accommodate your wedding needs but your guests as well. If your guests have to stay in a separate hotel from you or there’s not enough room for everyone at the ceremony, it can create chaos and confusion when you need to meet up for wedding planning or make guests uncomfortable during the wedding festivities.
Affordable Beachfront Wedding Venues in Jamaica
The beachfront gazebo at the Bahia Principe Grand Jamaica in Runaway Bay
The Bahia Principe Grand Jamaica aerial view
Blending beauty and fun, the Bahia Principe Grand Jamaica is the perfect balance of budgeting and breathtaking ocean views for your wedding. Averaging only $320 per night, this resort provides tons of fun and is easy on the wallet for you and your guests.
Several beaches are under a five-minute walk from the resort, and there are various water activities to choose from right on the shores of the resort’s beach, including water skiing and snorkeling. For those who prefer to stay indoors, upgraded rooms offer scenic balcony views and delicious international restaurants to try.
Wedding Packages
This 4-star, all-inclusive resort offers three separate wedding packages for 10-30 guests, with additional guests at a flat rate per guest.
Joyful - $899 USD: Includes 10 people, tables and chairs, a sound system, a symbolic minister, a bouquet, boutonniere, and centerpiece, professional pictures, wedding dinner, 1-tier cake, a wedding gift, an upgraded room, and more.
Beautiful - $4,099 USD: Includes 30 people, tables and chairs, a sound system, a symbolic minister, a bouquet, floral decorations, professional pictures, a wedding dinner, 2-tier cake, a cocktail hour, an appetizer menu, a wedding gift, an upgraded room, late check-out, and more.
Wonderful - $8,699 USD: Includes 30 people, tables and chairs, a sound system, a symbolic minister, a bouquet, floral decorations, professional pictures, a specialty drink, 45 minutes of live music, a private wedding dinner, 3-tier cake, open bar, an appetizer menu, a wedding gift, pre-wedding dinner, wedding day hair and makeup, an upgraded room, late check-out, free 3-night stay, and more.
For full details on available wedding packages and pricing, view their wedding packages brochure.
Unique Amenities
18-hole golf course and tennis court
Water park
5 restaurants
Beach bar and Beach spa treatments
Water sports, including water skiing and snorkeling
Yoga and gym activities
Cost of Per-Night Stay - $320/night on average
2. Jewel Paradise Cove Adult Beach Resort & Spa - Runaway Bay
Jewel Paradise Cove Adult Beach & Resort Spa resort room
Aerial view of Jewel Paradise Cove Adult Beach & Resort Spa in Runaway Bay
The Jewel Paradise Cove is an all-inclusive, 4-star resort residing right on the shores of the sea. Offering something for everyone, this resort can treat you to a spa day, an inclusive wedding, or a night in the club - all on the same piece of property!
Averaging around $410 per night, you and your wedding guests can experience luxury at an affordable price. Setting the scene of a picturesque beach wedding, this resort offers plenty of ocean and nature views.
Wedding Packages
The Jewel Paradise Cove offers four different, all-inclusive wedding packages to choose from, ranging from just you and your partner up to a 30-person wedding. Although they don’t share pricing details on each package, they do include what you get.
Just for the Two of You - Includes the couple, a symbolic marriage ceremony & certificate, bouquet and boutonniere, sparkling wine toast, wedding cake, room decoration with flower petals & complimentary wine, late checkout, and more. *This package is free if you stay 7 nights or more.
Intimate Elegance - Includes the couple and up to 10 guests, symbolic marriage ceremony & certificate, bouquet and boutonniere, sparkling wine toast, wedding cake, room decoration with flower petals & complimentary wine, late checkout, ceremony table and chairs, sound system for the ceremony, couples massage, a romantic dinner for the couple, and more.
Lavish & Opulent - Includes couple and up to 20 guests, symbolic marriage ceremony & certificate, bouquet and boutonniere, hair and makeup in resort spa, manicure and pedicure, private 1-hour cocktail party, 3-hour wedding reception with 3-course menu, tables and chairs, wine toast, wedding cake, sound system for the ceremony, couples massage, romantic dinner for the couple, and much more.
Deluxe Crown Jewel - Includes couple and up to 28 guests, symbolic marriage ceremony performed by an ordained officiant, premium flowers, two-tier wedding cake with sparkling wine toast, ceremony set-up with tables and chairs, live ceremony music, sound system, private reception for 3 hours, standard Open Bar with bartender for 3 hours, cold and hot hors d'oeuvres, 3-course dinner, linens, china, centerpieces, early check-in and late check-out, wedding gift, couples massage, and more.
For full details on all available Jewel Paradise Cove wedding packages, visit their site.
Unique Amenities
On-site cafe/coffee bar
On-site spa
Swim-up bars and poolside bars
7 on-site restaurants
Tennis, volleyball, and other outdoor activities
A nightclub
Water activities, like sailing and scuba diving
Cost of Per-Night Stay: $410/night on average
3. Ocean Cliff Hotel - Negril
One of the Ocean Cliff Hotel Negril wedding locations
An aerial view of the Ocean Cliff Hotel Negril
Structured a little differently than the first two options, this 3.5-star hotel isn’t made up of 8-floor mega-buildings. The property boasts cottages you and your partner have all to yourself. Estimated at 600 square feet, your nightly rooms are more like mini houses with premium bedding and a personal chef!
Averaging only $270 per night, these cottages are adorable, affordable, and most of all - romantic. The venue boasts international cuisine, spa services, and ocean views, the perfect intimate setup for your beachfront wedding venue.
Wedding Packages
The Ocean Cliff Hotel Negril offers three wedding ceremony locations: the Sanded Courtyard, the Spa Stone Deck, and the Pool Podium. Each wedding package does not limit the amount of guests you can have (as long as it’s 250 people or less.) All three locations are capable of holding up to 250 people.
This venue offers one location for the wedding reception: the Blue Mahoe Deck, capable of providing room for up to 130 people.
Ocean Package - $2,000 USD: Includes onsite wedding coordinator, a private cliffside location, bouquet and boutonniere, a 1-tier 8” Cake, 1 bottle of Veuve Clicquot, and a Marriage License and Marriage Officer.
Cliff Package - $3,000 USD: Includes onsite wedding coordinator, private cliffside location, bouquet and boutonniere, a 2-tier wedding cake, 1 bottle of Veuve Clicquot, floral centerpiece for Signing Table, a Marriage Certificate and Marriage Officer, and 2 complimentary nights of accommodation.
Pavilion Package - $4,500 USD: Includes onsite wedding coordinator, private cliffside location, bouquet and boutonniere, a 2-tier wedding cake, 2 bottles of Veuve Clicquot, floral centerpiece for Signing Table, a Marriage Certificate and Marriage Officer, and 2 complimentary nights of accommodation, a 1/2 fire dancing experience, and a 1-hour S’mores bonfire party.
For full details on all available wedding locations and packages, visit the Ocean Cliff Hotel Negril wedding packages page.
Unique Amenities
Cottages instead of resort rooms
Three wedding ceremony locations to choose from
A personal chef for each cottage
Full-service spa
International restaurant
Cost of Per-Night Stay: $270/night on average
4. Royalton Negril - Negril
A room at the Royalton Negril
One of the wedding locations at the Royalton Negril
The Royalton Negril is the perfect wedding venue for a luxury wedding feel on an affordable budget. This 4.5-star, all-inclusive resort offers a wide variety of amenities and breathtaking views. Indulge in a poolside bar, spa services, and eight international cuisine restaurants before your wedding ceremony.
Wedding Packages
The Royalton Negril hosts four different ceremony locations: the Ocean Point Gazebo with a capacity of 130; the Sky Terrace with a capacity of 80, the Main Beach with a capacity of 150, and the Chairman Ocean Pier with a capacity of 50.
Just the Two of Us - $699 USD: Private elopement including wedding coordinator, room upgrade, symbolic wedding ceremony, ceremony location (excluding Sky Terrace), 1 tropical bridal bouquet, 1 tropical groom's boutonniere, private dinner on the beach, sparkling wine, wedding cake, and more.
Luxury Complimentary Wedding - $999 USD: Includes 10 guests, ceremony location (excluding Sky Terrace), symbolic ceremony, chairs, sound system, 1 tropical bridal bouquet, 1 tropical boutonniere, ceremony table with centerpiece, sparkling wine toast, semi-private dinner (2 hours), and a 1-tier wedding cake, room upgrade, and more.
Refined Wedding - $4,199 USD: Includes 30 guests, ceremony location, symbolic ceremony, chairs, sound system, ceremony table and centerpiece, 1 tropical bridal bouquet, groom's boutonniere, sparkling wine, 3 cocktail tables with white linen, 3 appetizers from cocktail menus, 1-hour of standard open bar service, 3-hour private reception, 3-hours of standard open bar, round tables, 2-tier wedding cake, cake table, room upgrade, breakfast in bed, and more.
Exclusive Wedding - $11,199 USD: • Includes 40 guests, 2 hours of standard open bar, 2-hour private BBQ party, 10 Tikki Torches, Caribbean Trio performance (45 mins), ceremony location, symbolic ceremony, chairs, sound system, ceremony table and centerpiece, bouquet and boutonniere, aisle chair tropical floral corsages (up to 8), Sparkling wine toast, 3 cocktail tables, 5 appetizers from signature cocktail menus, Bride & groom signature drink, 1-hour of standard open bar service, Solo musician, 4-hour private reception, 4 hours of standard open bar, Round tables with white linens, $300 USD reception floral centerpiece credit, 2-tier wedding cake, $150 spa voucher, couples massage (25 mins), and more.
For full details on available Jamaican wedding venue packages at the Royalton Negril, please visit their website.
Unique Amenities
Poolside bar and terrace
Full-service spa
8 restaurants
Coffee shop and garden
Arcade room
Four wedding ceremony locations
Terrace or beach wedding locations
Cost of Per-Night Stay: $510/night on average
Elegant Luxury Resorts for a Grand Jamaican Wedding
A room at the Secrets St. James Montego Bay
A wedding gazebo at the Secrets St. James Montego Bay
Step into true luxury with Secrets St. James Montego Bay. This adult-only, all-inclusive, 5-star luxury resort offers a beautiful oceanside wedding venue with plenty of activities for the in-between. Enjoy a casino, a nightclub, poolside bars, and even a grocery store.
Located in Montego Bay, the Secrets St. James Montego Bay is close to the airport, several parks, and a variety of restaurants.
Wedding Packages
Although this resort oozes luxury, four out of the five wedding packages they offer sit under $4,000. Their wedding packages accommodate elopements of up to 100 guests.
Weddings in Paradise - $999 USD: Includes wedding organization and on-site wedding coordinator, preparation and ironing of couple’s wedding day attire, Symbolic ceremony, bouquet and boutonniere, wedding cake and sparkling toast for up to 10 guests, complimentary room for one member of the wedding couple the night before the wedding, late checkout, free anniversary nights, and newlywed package, and more.
Elope in Luxury - $1,100 USD: Includes wedding organization and on-site wedding coordinator, preparation and ironing of couple’s wedding day attire, hair and makeup, Symbolic ceremony, bouquet and boutonniere, wedding cake and sparkling toast for two, romantic dinner, room upgrade, late checkout, digital photos of wedding, complimentary hydrotherapy circuit treatment for the wedding couple, and free anniversary nights, breakfast in bed, and more.
Secrets of Love - $3,399 USD: Includes wedding organization and on-site wedding coordinator, preparation and ironing of couple’s wedding day attire, minister, bouquet and boutonniere, centerpieces, wedding cake and sparkling wine (up to 30 guests), private cocktail hour with hors d’oeuvres, private dinner reception, complimentary room for one member of the wedding couple the night before the wedding, late checkout, hair and makeup, digital photos, newlywed package, free anniversary nights, and more.
Secrets Ultimate - $3,799 USD: Includes wedding organization and on-site wedding coordinator, preparation and ironing of couple’s wedding day attire, minister, bouquet and boutonniere, ceremony décor (30 chairs with white covers, ceremonial table and aisle runner), video coverage of the ceremony, floral decor, semi-private rehearsal dinner for ten, wedding cake and sparkling wine (up to 30 guests), private cocktail hour with hors d’oeuvres, private dinner reception, complimentary room for one member of the wedding couple the night before the wedding, late checkout, free anniversary nights, newlywed package, choice of couples spa treatment, digital photos, live Mexican music, hair and makeup, and more.
Beyond Memorable (50-100 guests) - $8,999 - $14,399 USD: Includes wedding organization and on-site wedding coordinator, preparation and ironing of couple’s wedding day attire, Symbolic ceremony, beach pergola or wedding gazebo drapery, white-linen covered chairs for guests, shoe check station provided for ceremonies held on the beach, bouquet and boutonniere, welcome cocktail party (one-hour private event), rehearsal dinner (two-hour event), wedding reception (three-hour private event), sweetheart table for the wedding couple with upgraded linens, and seating for two, delectable buffet with choice of variety of cuisine options, private bar with bartender, dessert station and couple’s choice of wedding cake, romantic breakfast in bed with mimosas the day after the wedding, sound system, $100 resort coupons per guest, free anniversary nights, complimentary access to the spa’s hydrotherapy areas, and more.
For full details on all available wedding packages at Secrets St. James Montego Bay, visit their website.
Unique Amenities
Casino
Nightclub
Five wedding venue packages available
Swim-up bars
24-hour room service
Full-service spa
Various gardens
Arcade room
Water sports and activities
Boat tours
International restaurants
Cost of Per-Night Stay: $840/night on average
2. Sandals Royal Caribbean - Montego Bay
Resort rooms at Sandals Royal Caribbean
One of the wedding locations at Sandals Royal Caribbean
Sandals offers a unique spin on luxury resorts: couples only. Yes, Sandals Royal Caribbean caters to couples looking for a luxury getaway or wedding venue. Located in Montego Bay, this 5-star, luxury, all-inclusive resort offers swim-up bars, international cuisine, limo service, spa treatments, and other experiences to get you ready for your wedding.
Only a 7-minute drive to the airport, this property is easily accessible for wedding guests and family.
Wedding Packages
This specific Sandals location offers an array of wedding venues all on one property. Choose from the Over-the-Water Gazebos, the Intimate Resort wedding chapel, Oceanfront Gazebo, a Beachfront wedding, or a Gazebo on the pier.
Although they don’t specify specific wedding package pricing, they do offer a baseline of what every Sandals wedding includes.
Free Tropical Wedding - Stay 3 nights or more: Includes personal wedding planning team, preparation of marriage documents, wedding Gift Registry, customizable Wedding Website, picturesque ceremony location, bouquet and boutonniere, white cushioned Chiavari chairs for all guests, pre-recorded musical accompaniment of your choice, complimentary 5”x7” wedding photo, a two-tiered white fondant wedding cake, table setting with white linens, silverware and crystal, white China, sparkling crystal, crisp white linens and shining silverware, decorative lantern centerpiece, cocktail reception with sparkling wine and hors d’oeuvres, bride and Groom signature cocktail, romantic turndown service with flower petals on the first evening of your honeymoon, breakfast in bed with mimosa on any morning of your choice, and a honeymoon dinner served by a personal waiter in a specialty restaurant.
All Custom Weddings Include: A 1-Hour Cocktail reception for guests with premium spirits and hors d’oeuvres, signature cocktail for the Bride and Groom, a reception at a resort location of your choice featuring décor items from our inspirations, pre-recorded music for your ceremony, honeymoon dinner for the bride and groom in a specialty restaurant, honeymoon mimosa breakfast in bed, romantic turndown service on the 1st night of your honeymoon, personal Wedding Planning Team, preparation of Marriage Documents, picturesque Wedding Location, white Chiavari Chairs with White Cushions, 15% discount on Red Lane® Spa services for the bride and groom, free Sandals Wedding and Honeymoon Gift Registry, and a complimentary 5” x 7” Wedding Photograph.
Unique Amenities
Couples-only resort
Limo service
Free airport shuttle
Swim-up bars
Full-service spa
12 on-site restaurants
Tennis courts
Cost of Per-Night Stay: $1,120/night on average
3. Half Moon - Montego Bay
Rated as Forbes Travel Guides’ 2023 highest-rated resort in Jamaica, the Half Moon resort is unlike any other you will find in Jamaica. At this 5-star luxury property, you can experience unique estate-like experiences with ocean or garden views.
Packed with a golf course, swim-up bars, horseback riding, and a large garden, Half Moon is the perfect escape before, during, or after your harmonious wedding ceremony. You and your guests alike will enjoy the scenic views, tranquil atmosphere, and endless activities.
Wedding Packages
With five different wedding packages, Half Moon has something for every couple on most budgets. Although they do not specify pricing for each package, the resort does highlight each package’s offerings. Their three most popular packages include:
One Love - Includes up to 4 guests: Personal wedding planner, wedding day setup, marriage officiant, marriage license and marriage certificate, witnesses (if needed), day use room for bride and groom, 1-tier wedding cake, a bottle of wine or prosecco, bouquet and boutonniere, round-trip private transfer from cruise ship port (Falmouth or Montego Bay), photographer (1 hour), live music (soloist, violinist, cellist, saxophonist or guitarist), and a webcast of the ceremony (up to 2 hours).
Allure - A minimum of 30 guests: Personal wedding planner, wedding day setup (chairs, linen and chargers), marriage officiant, marriage license and marriage certificate, bouquet and boutonniere for bride and groom, bouquet and boutonnieres for bridesmaids and groomsmen, corsages for the mother of the bride and groom, table centerpieces, altar canopy or gazebo, floral décor made from local flowers, photographer (5 hours), live music for ceremony, steel band for cocktail hour entertainment, DJ for reception (3 hours), 2 tiered wedding cake, open bar (4 hours), Sparkling wine for toast, hot and cold hors d'oeuvres for cocktail hour, 3-course reception dinner, and complimentary champagne.
Just the Two of Us - Couple only: Oceanfront suite (3 nights stay), complimentary daily breakfast, wedding day setup, marriage officiant, marriage license and marriage certificate, wedding cake for two, witnesses (if needed), bouquet and boutonniere, complimentary champagne, private candlelit dinner, round-trip airport transfer, photographer (1 hour), a webcast of the ceremony (up to 2 hours), and live music.
To view all wedding packages or find out more details on this Jamaican wedding venue, visit Half Moon’s website.
Unique Amenities
Golf course/mini-golf
Horseback riding
Swim-up bars
Private beach
Full-service spa
Limo service
Arcade room
Water sports
Art gallery
Cost of Per-Night Stay: $710/night on average
Garden and Estate Wedding Venues in Jamaica
Devon House - Kingston
Devon House Wedding Garden
Exterior property of Devon House
If you’re searching for a picturesque garden wedding venue in Jamaica, look no further than Devon House in Kingston, Jamaica. This location is one of Jamaica’s national monuments and a symbol of cultural diversity.
Devon House is a breathtaking venue with acres of green lawns and regal palm trees. Boasting elegance and tranquility, this wedding venue is fitting for an extravagant wedding ceremony or an intimate ceremony.
Devon House offers a luxury backdrop and experience at an affordable price.
Wedding Packages
Devon House offers Ceremony-only and Reception-only options, but for the purpose of this article, we will stick to ceremony and reception packages. They offer three packages for 50-100 guests. Starting prices for the venues are $1,000 for off-season ceremonies and $2,500 for in-season ceremonies.
Emerald Elegance - Includes up to 50 people, Ceremony & Wedding Venue, Bistro Tables, Guest Tables with Table Linen and White Folding Chairs, Wooden Podium, P.A. System, Access to Devon House Mansion for photoshoot, 24-hour venue access for event setup, Up to 25 Secured VIP Parking, Optional Mansion tour for guests during cocktail hour, Cake Table with White Table Linen, Sweetheart Head Table, Gift Table with White Table Linen, and Signing Table with White Table Linen.
Golden Grandeur - Includes up to 50 people, Ceremony & Reception Venue, White Folding Chairs, Wooden Podium, P.A. System, Access to Devon House Mansion for photoshoot, 24-hour venue access for event setup, Up to 25 Secured VIP Parking spaces, Optional Mansion tour for guests during cocktail hour, Cake Table with White Table Linen, Gift Table with White Table Linen, Signing Table with White Table Linen, and Cocktail Venue.
Opal Opulence - Includes up to 100 people, Ceremony & Reception Venue, White Folding Chairs, Wooden Podium, P.A. System, Access to Devon House Mansion for photoshoot, 24-hour venue access for event setup, Up to 25 Secured VIP Parking spaces, Optional Mansion tour for guests during cocktail hour, Cake Table with White Table Linen, Gift Table with White Table Linen, Signing Table with White Table Linen, 24 hour venue access for event setup, and Cocktail Venue.
For full details on Devon House wedding venue opportunities, please visit their website.
Unique Amenities
Fountain with marble steps
Lush gardens
Estate architecture
Mansion tours
Average Venue Starting Price: $1,500
2. Bellefield Great House - Montego Bay
Part of the outdoor gardens at Bellefield Great House
An evening party setup at Bellefield Great House
Bellefield Great House is the garden escape you’re looking for. Hidden in Montego Bay, this Jamaican wedding venue is one of the oldest sugar plantations on the island. Housed on over 10 acres of beautiful gardens, there’s so many locations to choose from for your ceremony.
According to Bellefield Great House’s website, the owners of this property had an epic love story for future couples to borrow from.
“For Major General David Kerr, of the Kerr clan of Scotland, his assignment to the Bellefield Estate as a resident physician during a cholera outbreak in the early 1800’s was the beginning of a love so enduring and strong that it would hold this family together for 9 generations. For it was here that he would meet Sarah Newton Jarrett, daughter of the Colonel Jarrett who owned the estate.”
Best of all, this venue appears to be pretty affordable for such beautiful grounds.
Wedding Packages
There is no defined pricing or packages for this location. Each wedding is different, and this venue prides themselves on providing a custom and personalized experience and wedding package.
Their wedding venue offers ceremony and reception venue space starting at $1,000. The starting fee always includes a bridal suite, dinnerware, tables and chairs, setup, and linens.
They also offer catering services on-site, including cocktail receptions, desserts, and buffets.
For more information on Bellefield Great House’s Jamaican wedding venue, please visit their site directly.
Unique Amenities
Historic buildings
Gardens and acreage
Indoor and outdoor setup
Catering services
Event cleanup
3. The Cliff Hotel - Negril
A Jamaican wedding venue location at The Cliff Hotel
The Cliff Hotel’s pool area
The Cliff Hotel is an exceptionally rated, 4.5-star hotel located in the heart of Negril. Offering both garden and ocean atmospheres, this wedding venue is perfect for the couple who wants a little of everything.
Featuring terraces and gardens, you and your guests can unwind with poolside bars, spa services, and yoga before or after the big day. With 5 acres of lush grounds and 4 Villas, there’s several ceremony locations to choose from.
At an average of $350 per night, this wedding venue location is the perfect mix of affordability and luxury for you and your guests alike.
Wedding Packages
The Cliff Hotel doesn’t specify specific pricing for every wedding package, as most pricing is based on the number of guests and inclusions the couple would prefer.
They offer indoor, outdoor covered, and outdoor uncovered wedding venue location options. All wedding packages include set up, event planning, clean up, dinnerware, and the ceremony location.
Their Jamaican wedding venue location starts at $2,000 for peak and off-season ceremonies. The Cliff Hotel' offers two general wedding venue packages:
Exclusively Yours - A package suited for 40 or more guests. The resort promises privacy, exclusivity, and luxury for your big day. This package includes a dedicated on-site wedding planner, Officiant (minister or pastor), ceremony location at our Sunset Vow Space, reception location at Zest Restaurant for guest count not exceeding 80 persons, or reception location on our lawn area for guest count of 80 persons or more.
Deluxe Wedding Package - A package suited for 10-39 guests. This wedding venue package includes a dedicated on-site wedding planner, Officiant (minister or pastor), ceremony location at our Sunset Vow Space, and a reception location at our Zest Restaurant or Yoga Pavilion.
Small Wedding Package - $2,000 USD: Suitable for up to 9 guests and includes a wedding Planner, Officiant, Bridal Bouquet, Grooms Boutonniere, private ceremony location, P.A System for ceremony, Champagne Toast, white garden chairs, private moonlight three-course dinner for two, one-tiered semi-naked Cake (Vanilla or Chocolate), and 30-Minute Souls in Sync Couples Massage or Peppermint Scented Heat infused Couples Pedicure.
For more details on their Jamaican wedding venue packages, view their wedding package list or visit The Cliff Hotel’s website directly.
Unique Amenities
Ocean and garden atmospheres
Outstanding reviews
Full-service spa
Hair salon
Poolside bars
Custom wedding packages
Cost of Per-Night Stay: $350/night on average
Tips for How to Plan a Destination Wedding in Jamaica
Wedding ceremony at a tropical beach in Jamaica.
1. Set Your Budget
A Jamaica destination wedding can be very affordable. If you set your budget ahead of time, you can make choices that’ll fit your wedding budget. If you’ve got a big budget, you can look at luxury resorts like Sandals Montego Bay or Negril. If you’ve got a smaller wedding budget, look at less expensive resorts, like Iberostar Rose Hall or Grand Bahia Principe.
The great thing about Jamaica is that even with a small budget, you can have a fantastic wedding. Even the most affordable resorts have beautiful beaches, nice rooms, and delicious food.
When you set the budget, remember to include traveling to your wedding destination, your hotel stay, and your wedding package, plus a few extra things, like your wedding dress, suit, and wedding rings.
2. Choose Your Resort
When you choose your resort, you’ll need to consider your own, as well as your guests, budgets. Typically, each person pays for their own travel. But if you know your most important guests are on a tight budget, you’ll probably want to choose an affordable hotel.
As well as the budget, think about the type of vacation you want to have. You’ll be spending a week at the resort. Do you want an adults-only trip? Or a family-friendly vacation?
Jamaica has every type of resort, from family -friendly to adults-only all-inclusive hotels. When you’re deciding what kind of resort you want, it’s a personal choice for every couple.
But if it’s important that you have certain people at your wedding, you might need to compromise a bit. For example, you might want an adults only resort. But if your most important guests can’t come without their children, you might consider a different type of resort.
Think about the type of activities you want to do while you’re in Jamaica. Do you want to go zip lining, river rafting, scuba diving, or snorkeling?
Are there any popular sights you want to visit when you’re in Jamaica? Lots of people like to see Dunn’s River Falls, Appleton Rum, or Blue Mountain Coffee estate tours.
3. Decide If You’ll Have a Symbolic Ceremony or a Legal Ceremony in Jamaica
If you decide to get legally married in Jamaica, it’ll be recognized by the U.S. or Canada. If you fill out the paperwork and have a legal ceremony performed, you’ll be married the same as if you’d done it at home.
The only drawback is the extra paperwork. You’ll need to complete and sign it ahead of time, then have it sent by courier in order to get a marriage license. After the wedding, you’ll get your marriage certificate in the mail about 3 months later.
There’ll be some extra costs for application fees. And you’ll need to check your wedding package. Most packages include a symbolic ceremony. There might be extra costs for a legal ceremony and officiant.
Many couples decide to get married at home ahead of time. That way, you can avoid the extra work and expense. You can go to city hall before you leave for your destination and get legally married at home. Then, at your destination, you can plan a meaningful ceremony for your beach wedding.
A perfect Jamaican beach with palm trees and gentle waves..
If you decide to get legally married in Jamaica, you’ll need:
Your passport as proof of citizenship
Certificate of divorce, if either of you is divorced
Certified copy of death certificate, if either of you is widowed
If your documents aren’t in English, they need to be translated and notarized ahead of time
Legally you need to arrive 24 hours ahead of your ceremony. But most resorts will require you to arrive 3 days ahead, in time to sort out all the details.
4. Choose a Package For Your Jamaica Wedding
Once you book your flights and hotel, you can book a wedding package. Every wedding package comes with a dedicated, on site wedding planner. They’ll book your wedding date and package for you. On your wedding day, they’ll be there to make sure everything goes perfectly.
Usually, a resort offers packages at three price levels. Each one is for a certain number of guests. The basic packages are for weddings up to 10 people. Medium packages are for weddings with 20 to 30 people.
Luxury packages are for weddings with 30 or more guests. All the packages will include a symbolic ceremony plus decorations, chairs, cake and sparkling wine.
Different resorts will include different extras in each package. Typically bigger packages will have upgraded flowers, cakes and meals. Other packages might include a cocktail hour or a private dinner. Sometimes packages will include extra services, like hair and makeup or photography.
Visit the website for a few of your favorite resorts and see what’s included in each package. If you’re planning a small, simple wedding a basic package will be perfect for you. If you want a more luxurious wedding, most resorts offer upgraded packages and optional extras.
For more about all inclusive wedding packages, read this next: Choosing an All Inclusive Destination Wedding Package.
Sample Budgets For Wedding Venues in Jamaica
Your actual cost will depend on where you’re flying from, the time of year and the resort and destination that you book. Check with a travel agent to find the best deal for the spots you’re interested in. In general, you can look for average prices like these:
$1,200 Flights to Jamaica ($600 x 2 people)
$1,750 All inclusive vacation at the resort ($250 x 7 nights)
$4,000 Wedding package (for 20 to 30 guests)
$100 Legal marriage at home
$300 Wedding rings
$1,200 Wedding clothes
$200 Invitations
Grand Total = $10,000
If you’re on a tight budget, you can look for beach resorts with offers that include perks, like free nights and free wedding packages. For more ways to save money, read this next: Cheap Destination Weddings at All Inclusive Resorts
Do You Need to Hire a Wedding Planner For a Jamaican Wedding?
Hiring a wedding planner is a great idea if you’ve got the budget, but first you should decide if you really need one or not. Most couples plan and book their wedding at the same resort they’re staying at with their guests.
If You’re Planning at an All Inclusive Resort
Every wedding package at an all inclusive resort comes with a dedicated, on site wedding planner. You don’t need to hire a separate planner. After you’ve booked your trip, you’ll book your wedding package directly with the resort planner. They’ll take care of reserving your date, booking your ceremony and reception, plus any extras you order.
Some travel agents will include booking your wedding date for you. Some agents will let you contact the resort yourself. Either way, the final decision is always made by the on site, resort wedding planner.
If You’re Planning an Off-Site Wedding:
Besides the resorts, Jamaica has private wedding venues, including hotels with a garden or gazebo where you can get married. If you choose a spot that doesn’t have an on site wedding coordinator, you’ll probably want to hire a local wedding planner. A local planner knows the best wedding venues and they can make sure you’ve got reliable vendors. They can check on your wedding venue and make sure everything stays on track. On your wedding day, they’ll be there to organize, from start to finish and make sure everything is perfect for your wedding ceremony and reception.
Hiring a Local Wedding Planner
The cost of hiring a wedding planner will vary, depending on how they charge. Some wedding planners will co-ordinate your entire day for a flat fee. Other planners will charge a percentage of your wedding budget.
When you’re looking for a planner, remember to check their online reviews. Try to book a video call, as well. Your planner is going to be communicating with you, and for you, in all the months leading to your wedding. As well, this person is going to be by your side on one of the most important days of your life. If you can speak to them before you hire them, you can make sure you’ll get along and enjoy the process along the way.
If you decide to hire a wedding planner, start by deciding how many services you’ll need. Do you need your planner to:
Help you choose a wedding venue
Find and book vendors
Plan your wedding ceremony
Help with your marriage license
Coordinate your rehearsal
Plan a rehearsal dinner
Set your reception timeline
Meet vendors and accept deliveries
Coordinate your wedding reception
Plan any welcome parties or excursions
Best Time to Book Your Wedding in Jamaica
When you’re deciding on your trip dates, think about crowds and prices. School holidays, like Christmas and Spring Break are the most popular time to travel to all destinations. Travel and hotel costs are usually highest during these weeks. Resorts will be fully booked and you might even have trouble getting enough rooms if you don’t book far enough in advance.
High season in Jamaica is in the winter months - from December to April. Lots of travelers want to book a winter getaway. Costs are the highest and most resorts get fully booked. If you want to book your Jamaican wedding during high season, make sure you book early. Book a room block for your guests and make sure they get their deposits in on time.
You can usually find fewer crowds and better bargains if you book during the off season. The weather might not be as perfect, but it’s usually great. And you can get fantastic deals at different times of the year. You’ll find the best compromise for your budget vs. weather in May and June or October and November. If you want rock bottom rates, you can usually find the cheapest trips in July and August.
The Best Jamaica Wedding Destinations
Jamaica has 4 main areas with fantastic resorts ranging from family friendly to boutique luxury. They’ve all got great resorts with amazing ocean views and delicious food.
Negril
Negril has picture perfect beaches. Seven Mile Beach is famous for its white sand, turquoise water, and spectacular sunsets. If you’re dreaming of a sunset wedding, Negril is the perfect choice.
As well as beautiful oceanfront, there’s lots to do in the Negril area:
Order a cocktail at Rick’s Cafe and watch the cliff divers
Visit the Blue Hole Mineral Springs
Tour the Appleton Rum Estate
Most resorts also offer tours like ATV drives, catamaran cruises, scuba diving, and glass bottom boat tours
Ocho Rios
Don’t miss climbing the waterfalls at Dunn’s River Falls, Jamaica.
Ocho Rios has a beautiful oceanfront, plus incredible natural areas, like botanical gardens, rivers, and waterfalls. The area has a huge variety of all inclusive wedding hotels, as well. Whether you’re looking for a fun, family friendly trip or an exclusive, adults only week, you’re sure to find the perfect all inclusive wedding destination in Ocho Rios, Jamaica.
Things to do in the Ocho Rios area:
Climb the famous Dunn’s River Falls
Go river tubing on White River
Take a drive through the amazing Fern Gully
Visit a family theme park, like the Rainforest Adventures Mystic Mountain
Most resorts also offer day tours and activities like dune buggy drives, zip line adventures, scuba, snorkeling, and catamaran cruises
Runaway Bay
Runaway Bay is just West of Ocho Rios, and you can enjoy a lot of the same activities. Runaway Bay has great resorts with quieter beaches than other areas if you’re looking for a laid back Jamaica destination wedding.
Things to do in the Runaway Bay area:
Visit the Green Grotto Caves
Go swimming in waterfalls at the YS Falls
Take the Black River Safari Cruise
Most resorts also offer excursions and activities like catamaran cruises, snorkeling and scuba diving.
Montego Bay
River rafting excursion in Montego Bay, Jamaica.
Montego Bay has a variety of all inclusive resorts with white sand beaches, perfect for weddings. The area is surrounded by the scenic Blue Mountains.
Things to do in the Montego Bay area:
Visit Doctor’s Cove Beach - a beautiful, white sand beach that’s fed by a mineral spring
Go on a tour at Blue Mountain Coffee Estate
Enjoy a rafting trip on the Martha Brae River
Play golf on world class courses with ocean views
Visit Main Street Jamaica for some fun, duty free, souvenir shopping
Plan a fun group night out, a bachelor or a bachelorette party at Margaritaville After Dark
Most resorts also offer fun tours and day trips, like bike tours, hiking trips, horseback riding, and city tours. Plus, water activities, like catamaran cruises, fishing, snorkeling, and scuba diving.
No matter what you’re looking for, you’re sure to find it in Jamaica. Nature tours, river trips, adventure, music, food, or nightlife - check, check and check. Best of all, you’ll find the most beautiful beaches with white sand and turquoise water. The perfect backdrop for your wedding photos. A destination wedding in Jamaica is a trip that you - and your guests - will remember forever.
