If you are dreaming of an exotic destination wedding, the Caribbean can make your dream come true. Puerto Rico, with its almost 300 miles of breathtaking coastline, promises you a memorable ceremony in any of its wedding-worthy locales, fantastic post-wedding adventures, and an overall romantic vibe that will enchant you and your guests.
Whether you’re interested in an elegant wedding party in Old San Juan, you want to celebrate your special day on a secluded beach, or you prefer gathering your loved ones in a stunning villa, Puerto Rico is your answer. The Caribbean heaven can satisfy your desires, offering every type of couples the chance to have the destination wedding they want.
If you are ready to start planning your big day, continue reading this article and find out all about your destination wedding in Puerto Rico.
Stunning Wedding Resorts in Puerto Rico
El Convento
Located in the beautiful San Juan region, Hotel El Convento perfectly combines luxury and romance, offering love birds unique wedding venues.
The hotel welcomes couples with a few gorgeous areas where they can celebrate their love, depending on their desires and the number of guests. Whether you prefer one of its elegant salons or the superb interior courtyard surrounded by tropical foliage, your wedding at El Convento will be sumptuous and exotic.
Besides the sensational location and delicious menu available, Hotel El Convento also offers couples fantastic event planning services as well as splendid guest accommodations. As soon as you decide if this is the place for you, contact the hotel to receive a personalized quote.
La Concha Resort
Located in the center of the hip Condado district, one of San Juan’s most luxurious areas, the modern La Concha Resort is waiting for couples who are ready to say their vows in a spectacular setting.
The elegant accommodations and lavish facilities, together with the sensational Latino hospitality, are mean to enhance the romantic wedding experience the beachfront resort promises.
And, thanks to its exceptional wedding planning and catering services, your Puerto Rican adventure will be worry-free. The ceremony, reception, rehearsal, and everything else you want will be taken care of, leaving you with all the time you need to enjoy your stay and the surroundings, and get all the inspiration to write fabulous vows. Depending on your likes and the number of people you want to attend your wedding, the resort will offer you a personalized quote.
Royal Isabela
Named one of the 10 Best Beach Hotels in the Caribbean by ABC News, Royal Isabela is another Puerto Rican resort waiting for couples who want to say “ I do” in a breathtaking location.
Whether you are interested in having your ceremony on a gorgeous terrace surrounded by exotic nature, on a cliffside lawn overlooking the blue waters of the ocean, or on a grass court with sensational views, Royal Isabel promises you a romantic ceremony and memorable party. Add a flawless service, lavish food, perfectly cooked by a renowned chef, and romantic accommodations with magnificent views, and you have your dream Puerto Rican wedding. The prices depend on your preferences and, of course, the number of guests.
St. Regis Bahia Beach
Whether you want a small or a big wedding, an outdoor party or an indoor ceremony, the St. Regis Bahia Beach is waiting for you with plenty of venues, in a beautiful location, surrounded by tall and majestic palm trees, a never-ending golf course, and tropical outdoor areas.
Opulence, comfort, and beauty are the words that will describe your wedding at St. Regis Bahia Beach. While you and your guests will enjoy the laid back vibe and gorgeous surroundings, a team of wedding planning experts will take care of your big day.
Besides luxury amenities and flawless service, this high-end Puerto Rican hotel awaits you with deluxe accommodations. Whether you plan to spend your days in an oceanfront room or pamper yourselves in a luxury room, your stay will be enhanced by comfort and tranquility.
The prices depend on your stay and the number of guests you want to be part of your special event.
The Ruins of the Punta Borinquen
If you want a special, exotic ceremony, but you are also a history aficionado, you can say “I do” in one of the most historic spots in Puerto Rico. Ruinas Faro Punta Borinquen, or simply The Ruins, is a former lighthouse and an enchanting place for couples who want a unique Puerto Rican wedding.
Built by the Spanish on a deserted beach in 1889, the lighthouse was damaged by an earthquake in 1918. The ruins were beautifully reclaimed by nature, making this a perfect spot for romantic ceremonies.
There is no doubt that this is the perfect spot for history enthusiasts, nature lovers, and romantics who want to have a special ceremony. It welcomes up to 20 guests, and it’s perfect for elopements. Also, there are plenty of beach-front accommodations nearby.
Coco Beach Golf Resort
Beautifully located between lively San Juan and the lush El Yunque Rainforest, the luxurious Coco Beach Golf Resort awaits couples with 745 acres of natural beauty and opulence.
The property offers charming outdoor spaces with stunning ocean views for your romantic ceremony, as well as a spectacular ballroom with picturesque views of the El Yunque Rainforest.
The fantastic Clubhouse Wedding Package promises everything you need to have a memorable wedding ceremony and reception, and the resort can also take care of your rehearsal dinner, engagement party, and other wedding events you desire.
Wedding Tips for a Perfect Puerto Rican Wedding
If you want to have an amazing destination wedding, you should start planning it way ahead. Begin with deciding on the destination and on the date. When it comes to the best time to get married, Puerto Rico is an ideal destination from mid-December to late April or early May. And, if you dream of more tranquility and you want to avoid the crowds, April and May are the best months.
Once you know when you want to celebrate your love, you can start planning from home. The first step is to decide on the wedding budget. Then, depending on your wedding budget, make a list of guests to see what type of venue you need.
When you know the numbers and the type of venue you and your loved one prefer, you can start looking for the best resort and contact them to ask for a personalized quote. To make things easier, maybe finding a resort that offers package options that include wedding coordination is best. This will make things easier, not only with organizing the reception and ceremony but also with the paperwork and marriage laws in Puerto Rico.
In case you don’t want to say your vows in a big resort that offers wedding planning service, considering hiring a wedding planner who can make on-the-ground arrangements for you.
If you love planning and organizing, you can always try doing everything on your own. If, however, time isn’t something you have to waste, hiring professional wedding planners is the best option, especially when you want a destination wedding.
He is an expert travel advisor and enthusiast. He has traveled extensively in the USA, Central America, South America, and Europe. He has visited every Sandals Resort and is one of a select few Diamond Elite members of the Sandals Chairman’s Royal Club.
Dan graduated from Johnson & Wales University with an associate degree in Culinary Arts. Later he graduated from the University of Utah with a bachelor’s degree in International Studies with a focus on people and culture.