Clear azure waves lapping the sandy shores, golden sunsets filling the clear skies with fiery hues, and luxurious accommodations with stunning tropical landscape views. These are what Sandals resorts are famous for. No wonder so many couples choose one of the Sandals wedding packages. These pre-planned packages offer peace of mind from reading the vows to enjoying your honeymoon, as they handle it all.
Sandals’ all-inclusive packages have been awarded multiple times. So much so, that when it comes to a luxury beach destination wedding, Sandals is almost always the first name that pops into mind.
Romance can happen anywhere. But Sandals makes it easier.
Why Get a Sandals Wedding Package
Sandals offers customizable wedding packages. Since each love story is unique, it makes sense to have a wedding that’s distinct from all the others. And that’s possible through its customizable packages.
Every bride wants to have at least some personal touches at her wedding. Sandals understands that and provides it through a customizable experience. With every package, there are several extras that you can use to make the day even more special.
If you have a wedding plan in your mind, you can discuss it with the team and they’ll bring it to life. Sandals packages are all-inclusive and yet their personalized too.
Which Venues are Included in Sandals Wedding Packages
While you can always have a beach wedding, Sandals offers much more than that. Whether you want to say your “I dos” on one of the white sandy beaches, or at a special location inside the resort, there are always several options available.
These are some of the most beautiful venues available with Sandals wedding packages:
Over-the-Water Wedding Chapel
This unique location offers 360o views of the surreal blue water and a glass floor aisle so it feels like you’re walking on clouds. Available at:
- Sandals Grande St. Lucian
- Sandals South Coast
- Sandals Ochi
- Sandals Montego Bay
Over-the-Water Gazebo
This gazebo sits atop the water, providing strikingly beautiful views as you read your vows. Available at:
- Sandals Royal Bahamian
- Sandals Royal Caribbean
- Sandals Grande St. Lucian
Garden Gazebo
If you want a lush green jungle look for your wedding, a garden gazebo provides the perfect venue. Stand near seasonal blooms and enjoy the fragrance while you wed your soulmate. Available at:
- Most Sandals resorts
Intimate Chapel
This is a secluded chapel boasting a picturesque pathway with greenery and bubbling fountain pools. Inside, the chapel has attractive traditional wooden interiors. Available at:
- Sandals Montego Bay
Sky Terrace
Enjoy panoramic views of the ocean as you get married next to a rooftop pool overlooking the Caribbean. The Sky Terrace is unique and allows you to experience the height of romance while reading your vows. Available at:
- Sandals Royal Barbados
Cost of Sandals Wedding Packages
How much does a Sandals wedding package cost? The incredible thing is, a Sandals wedding can be absolutely free! All you have to do is stay at the resort for a minimum of three days and they’ll waive the wedding costs.
Your free wedding will include a personal wedding planning team, complimentary wedding photography, bouquet and boutonniere, a wedding cake, a cocktail reception including hors d’oeuvres and sparkling wine, and more.
Apart from that, the staff will get the marriage documents ready before you arrive. And, you’ll get a customizable wedding website.
If you stay for seven days or more, premium perks are free. If you book five or more rooms, there are bells and whistles that come with that too.
Seven nights or longer
When you book Sandals wedding packages for six or more nights, you’ll receive premium perks worth up to $1500. This includes the free tropical wedding or $500 decor credit, a $200 photography credit, $500 towards government fees or a room upgrade, $100 towards a candlelit dinner, cabana, snuba, or scuba, and a $200 anniversary or videography credt.
Benefits when booking five or more rooms:
There are multiple benefits that come with booking five or more rooms, which vary depending on the resort. Generally, you can qualify for a complimentary room credit. With 10 or more rooms there are typically even more discounts. The more rooms you book the more the added extras, from a sweetheart table and spiked tea party to a catamaran cruise credit and a wedding lobster dinner. As these options can change frequently and vary by resort, you’ll want to contact the Sandals Wedding Team for the latest details.
What’s Included in Sandals Wedding Packages?
There are different packages offered by Sandals. However, some features are included in all packages. No matter which package you select, you’ll enjoy:
- A personal wedding planner
- Preparation of marriage legal documents
- A beautiful wedding location
- Signature cocktails for the couple
- Pre-recorded music for the wedding ceremony
- 1-hour cocktail reception that includes hors d’oeuvres and premium spirits
- Reception at any location in the resort of your choice, using décor items from Sandals inspiration
- Honeymoon dinner for the couple at a specialty restaurant with premium service
- Honeymoon breakfast in bed
- Turndown service on the first honeymoon night
- White chairs and white cushions for guests
- Complementary 5” X 7” wedding photograph
- Discount at Red Lane Spa for the new couple
- Free Sandals gift registry
And the best part about having your wedding at Sandals is that if you don’t want a package, you can skip it. Want to customize each part of the wedding? You can! There are practically endless options and you are free to implement anything you’d like.
What are the locations of Sandals Resorts?
Sandals is located throughout the Caribbean. You’ll find Sandals Resorts in Curaçao, Jamaica, Antigua, Grenada, Barbados, Saint Lucia, and the Bahamas. There are 18 different resorts to choose from in all.
You’ll find similar amenities at Sandals resorts but there can be differences in the wedding options. For example, menus can differ throughout the properties.
Premium Features for Your Wedding
When you book Sandals for your wedding, you won’t just be getting a great deal but also several premium features. Apart from these, Sandals also offers regular specials and discounts. You can check the latest promotions here.
One amazing feature of Sandals is that you can actually get a preview of your wedding before it happens. Stay at the resort for up to three nights before the wedding and you’ll enjoy discounted rates. This is a perfect opportunity to check out the resort and its amenities, talk to the wedding planning team, taste the cake options, go over the menus, and more.
And if you like what you see and want to book your wedding there, you’ll get a credit of up to $1050 for booking more than five rooms. With the preview feature, you can rest assured you’ll have the very best venue and services for your wedding.
Which Sandals Resort is the Best for a Wedding?
All Sandals resorts offer excellent wedding packages. However, you might like one over some of the others depending on location and other factors.
Sandals Royal Curaçao
If you want to tie the knot on a beautiful and secluded island, try Sandals Royal Curaçao. This resort offers amazing views and you’ll be able to see where desert landscapes merge into the ocean.
It’s a new resort that offers an expansive pool extending into picturesque Spanish Water Bay. It offers seaside bungalows with private pools and island suites with a heart-shaped pool.
Sandals Montego Bay
If you’re looking for a beachfront swim-up butler suite, try Sandals Montego Bay. It has an over-the-water chapel that’s ideal for religious weddings. This is the original Sandals and the resort that came up with the idea of all-inclusive wedding packages.
This resort is near Sandals Royal Caribbean and you’ll have access to the amenities of that resort as well if you book here. It’s like a Stay at 1, Play at 2 exchange program.
Sandals Grenada
Is your heart set on an island getaway that has a pool hanging from the sky? You might not even realize that’s an option but it’s something you’ll want when you know it exists. Sandals Grenada is this perfect resort – book a Skypool suite and you’ll get a private pool in the sky for unforgettable intimate moments with your partner. You’ll also get access to the famous Pink Gin beach.
Sandals Barbados
If you want to celebrate your wedding in Barbados, you can get two resorts for the price of one. Sandals Barbados and Sandals Royal Barbados are right next to each other and you can use the amenities at either one. That includes access to the rooftop pool, a romantic bowling alley, a craft beer bar, and so much more.
Sandals Grande Antigua
Looking for a private plunge pool? Sandals Grande Antigua is where you should be. It offers unlimited water sports and hosts the pampering Red Lane Spa. There are swim-up bars that will serve you drinks right in the swimming pool too.
Sandals Regency La Toc
Want to hold your wedding at a large resort? Sandals Regency La Toc at Saint Lucia is spread across 220 acres. It has an on-site golf course, rolling fairways, and lush tropical scenery. Get married here and explore its stunning, private crescent-shaped, half-mile beach.
Sandals Royal Bahamian
When your heart is set on a Bahamas wedding, try Sandals Royal Bahamian. It has two sky-sized pools and a lounge area in coconut groves. There are several dining options including two very impressive food trucks. Book one of the Crystal Lagoon swim-up butler suites for the ultimate in luxury.
Sandals Ochi
Want to get married in the Garden of Eden? Experience true romance with a beautiful garden that’s spread over 100 acres with several private escapes. There’s an elite butler village that offers the ultimate in luxury. It includes an 18-hole golf course and comes with two sides of paradise, one trendy and one private.
There are other Sandals resorts as well. Be sure to compare all the features and amenities before choosing one for your wedding.
What Kind of Planning is Offered with Sandals Wedding Packages?
When you tie the knot at Sandals, you’ll get your own dedicated wedding planning team. But what about the other details? How do you reach your resort? What time of year should you book your stay? How many days should you stay? Don’t worry, when you book Sandals, everything is taken care of by the experts.
In fact, there are even certified Sandals travel agents who can plan your entire stay, including all the flight details. A Sandals specialist will help you find the best Sandals resort according to your specific needs and expectations. These friendly pros will also help you book your flights and reserve your accommodations at Sandals.
Here are just some advantages of using a Sandals travel agent:
- The agents work with Sandals and know the resorts inside and out. They’ve personally visited so they can help ensure you book the right one.
- Since they know Sandals properties so well, the agents can also help you make the most of your wedding vacation.
- They will handle all the planning so you don’t have to.
- They have access to special deals to help you save money more on airfare.
- If there’s any bumps in the road, your Sandals expert will be there to help throughout your travels and stay.
The best thing about Sandals experts is that they work with all budget levels. You might be looking for a luxury wedding. Or not. A Sandals travel agent can help you no matter what your budget is.
Entertainment Options at Sandals
When you book any of the multiple Sandals wedding packages, you don’t just get ultimate in luxuries, but entertainment options for you and your guests.
You might dance the night away while the drinks flow freely. There are open bars and extravagant beach parties. But Sandals is much more than that. The resorts host exciting live shows and unique themed events. From intimate game nights and private island parties to string quartets and DJs, there is so much many possibilities for your wedding.
Enjoy talent night, a time when you can take the stage and become the star of the show. From exotic and wild to lively and modern, you’ll be able to enjoy just the right kind of party at your wedding. And it’s not just parties. There are several group activities as well. The options are practically endless with swim-up bars, beach activities, water sports, scuba diving and snorkeling trips, nightly entertainment, and more.
All of these activities are included in the package when you book your wedding at Sandals.
Looking for some local destinations to tie the knot? Check out our guides for Florida destination weddings, Maui weddings, and Virgin Islands weddings.