By Jared Benoff | Published on September 10, 2023

If you’re looking for a destination wedding package for 50 guests our top wedding venues are:

  1. Dreams Natura: Beyond Memorable
  2. El Dorado Casitas Royale: Always and Forever
  3. Le Blanc Cancun: Complimentary
  4. Secrets Moxche: Secrets Ultimate
  5. Atelier Playa Mujeres: Bliss
  6. Finest Playa Mujeres: Gold Excellence
  7. El Dorado Maroma: Memorable Moments
  8. Royalton Riviera Cancun: Exclusive
  9. Live Aqua: Beso
  10. Hard Rock Riviera Maya: Complimentary

Weddings with 50 guests offer an intimate charm and allow you to spend quality time celebrating with friends and family.

In this guide, we have rounded up our favorite wedding packages in Mexico with tips and frequently asked questions to help you find the right resort.

Keep reading to see more details about each resort, wedding package, and potential venues if you’re planning to have about 50 guests at your tropical wedding. 

Beyond Memorable at Dreams Natura

Dreams Natura is a luxury, family-friendly resort in Riviera Cancun. 

Designed for weddings of 50 guests or more, the Beyond Memorable package stands out for its wide range of inclusions and extras to ensure you have the most memorable day.

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Key Amenities

  • 555 luxury rooms and suites, just fifteen minutes from Cancun International Airport
  • Nine restaurants and six bars, with everything from fresh seafood to Pan Asian cuisine
  • The Dreams Spa by Pevonia, complete with a hydrotherapy circuit, sauna, steam room, and an exclusive bridal suite
  • Four swimming pools, a children’s splash park, and a lazy river

Wedding Highlights

The Beyond Memorable package has all the finishing touches you need for an unforgettable day. 

This package will offer a personalized symbolic ceremony and a three-hour reception for 50-79 guests.

You will also receive a private welcome cocktail party, a rehearsal dinner, and a three-hour reception on the big day. 

The Beyond Memorable package also includes a buffet and a dessert station with a wedding cake of your choice.

The married couple will enjoy a romantic breakfast in bed with mimosas the following morning. 

Other noteworthy details include a flower bouquet and boutonniere, a complimentary room for one couple member the night before the wedding, complimentary access to the spa’s hydrotherapy circuit for the couple and their parents, and $100 in resort coupons per guest.

Prices start from $10,900 for Mon-Wed and from $11,199 for Thurs-Sun.

Photography and videography packages are available for an additional fee.

Best for: Family-friendly weddings

Always and Forever at El Dorado Casitas Royale

El Dorado Casitas Royale is a luxury adults-only resort in Riviera Maya with a rustic Mexican aesthetic. 

With a world-class spa, beachfront swimming pool, and endless entertainment, this hotel promises a fun-filled stay before and after your big day.

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Key Amenities

  • 13 restaurants and 17 bars, with Mexican, Italian, and Japanese options 
  • The beautiful Swim Up Casita Suite is complete with an excellent outdoor shower, an indoor hot tub, and direct access to the lazy river 
  • 13 swimming pools, including a natural saltwater pool by the beach
  • A selection of activities, including cooking classes, dance lessons, and horseback riding (additional fees apply)
  • The Naay Spa, where you will find a hydrotherapy circuit, a traditional Temazcal ritual, and an ancient Shirodarra massage

Wedding Highlights

Before we start the package, we wanted to mention the hotel’s exclusive Bridal Floor at the Naay Spa, where you can indulge in an array of nourishing pre-wedding rituals from milk baths to massages. 

You certainly won’t be disappointed when it comes to the Always and Forever package. 

From a symbolic ceremony to an exclusive honeymoon deal, this package includes everything you need for an intimate wedding.

Enjoy a wide choice of wedding locations, including idyllic beachfront setups. The package also includes a semi-private dinner reservation for the wedding group.

If you like keeping things simple and intimate, this is the perfect choice. 

The package costs $950 and allows you to build your dream wedding a la carte and is one of the best affordable wedding packages.

The wedding team at El Dorado Casitas is incredible. We’ve seen them design spectacular events including every detail you can imagine – from a fireworks show to a churros cart to stunning arches flowing with tropical flowers for the backdrop of your ceremony.

Best for: A wedding team that can design any dream event

Complimentary at Le Blanc Cancun

Another adults-only resort, Le Blanc Cancun invites guests to relax and unwind on one of Mexico’s finest beaches. 

Indulge in a pre-wedding massage at the spa or delight in various activities, from paddle boarding yoga to romantic dinners. 

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Key amenities

  • Six fine-dining restaurants and two sophisticated bars
  • A serene spa with signature body wraps and a reviving hydrotherapy circuit 

Wedding highlights

With seven unique wedding venues, this hotel is the perfect choice for destination weddings with 50 guests. 

The Blanc Gazebo seats up to 60 guests for the ceremony, while Blanc Beach is an iconic location for beachfront receptions. 

The Complimentary Collection offers exceptional value for money with a fabric-covered wooden arch, a wooden table for the ceremony, two tall gold pedestal stands with seasonal floral arrangements and chairs for the first twenty guests.

This wedding package is available with a minimum of 30 combined room nights and a signed Group Room Contract.

If you have less than 30 combined paid room nights, this package will cost $1,500.

Best for: Intimate adults-only weddings in the heart of Cancun

Secrets Ultimate at Secrets Moxche

New in 2022, Secrets Moxche is a contemporary adults-only resort nestled along a picture-perfect beach. 

Within the resort, you will find seven swimming pools and a tranquil spa, where you can indulge in some pre-wedding pampering for the ultimate getaway. 

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Key amenities

  • 475 luxury suites with spectacular views and an in-room rolling bar
  • Seven swimming pools, including three man-made cenotes and a rooftop pool for Preferred Club guests
  • Non-stop entertainment and activities, including snorkeling, bike tours, archery, cocktail classes, and more
  • The Spa by Pevonia has world-class facilities, including an outdoor hydrotherapy circuit 
  • 11 gourmet restaurants and a selection of bars 

Wedding highlights

The Secrets Ultimate wedding package boasts many details you’d want included in your destination wedding package for 50 guests.

The package itself includes an intimate ceremony with video coverage. 

You’ll also enjoy a semi-private rehearsal dinner for up to ten guests, a wedding cake, a private cocktail hour, and a romantic dinner before the big day.

Prices start from $3,799.

Best for: Beautiful beachfront locations

Bliss package at Atelier Playa Mujeres

For weddings without kids, Atelier Playa Mujeres is a beautiful adults-only resort with innovative designs and an authentic charm. 

Home to an extensive art collection, this trendy hotel is set to impress with excellent dining and entertainment facilities and a tranquil spa where you can relax in style.

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Key Amenities

  • 593 luxury suites
  • More than 20 restaurants and bars
  • A 14,000 square foot pool, where you can enjoy your own slice of paradise
  • The Nuup Spa complete with a hydrotherapy circuit, beauty salon, and 18 treatment cabins

Wedding Highlights

For a wedding with 50 guests, the Bliss package is an excellent choice.

Guests will be greeted with a two-hour cocktail party the night before the wedding, followed by a three-course meal on the big day itself. 

Surrounded by the jungle, you will have a fantastic range of locations, including a traditional wedding chapel. 

For something truly special, the package includes three hours of access to the Dress-Up Lounge at the Nuup Spa.

Best for: Laid-back weddings in a lavish resort

Gold Excellence at Finest Playa Mujeres

If you’re looking for a family-friendly resort in Mexico, Finest Playa Mujeres ticks all the boxes with an excellent babysitting service, a kid’s club, and special amenities for children, including mini massages. 

Top this off with an exquisite spa and gourmet dining for a memorable experience.

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Key Amenities

  • A stunning selection of suites, each with oversized jacuzzis and private terraces
  • A tranquil spa with immersion pools, a hydrotherapy circuit, and a selection of treatments and therapies
  • 14 restaurants and bars, including the Brass Steakhouse and Duke’s Lobster & Seafood

Wedding Highlights

The Gold Excellence package is the hotel’s most luxurious option with additional extras, including a musical trio, videographer, and an upgraded private reception. 

You can choose between idyllic beach venues and a sea-view gazebo. 

The package includes an onsite wedding coordinator, a symbolic ceremony, and a professional photographer.

Other features include flowers, music, bridal hair and makeup, a 50-minute massage for the bride and groom, and a 15% discount on all spa treatments. 

Prices start at $2,400 for up to 20 guests.

Best for: A complete wedding package with live entertainment

Memorable Moments at El Dorado Maroma

Situated along one of Cancun’s most beautiful beaches, El Dorado Maroma is a renowned hotel that Conde Nast Traveler readers voted one of the best resorts in the world. 

As an adults-only retreat, you can expect to relax in style before and after your wedding. 

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Key Amenities

  • A wide range of activities, including yoga classes, stand-up paddle boarding, tequila tasting, cooking classes, and more
  • The Naay Spa, where you can enjoy a soothing couples massage in an oceanfront palapa
  • Mexico’s only overwater bungalows with a private infinity pool and exclusive butler service 

Wedding Highlights

El Dorado Maroma is a picturesque location for any destination wedding. 

One of the most stunning venues in Mexico, The Palafitos Sky Deck hosts up to 50 guests, while the Beach Papitos boasts a romantic charm for up to 80 people.

The Memorable Moments package boasts a variety of decor styles to choose from, including Coastal Bliss and Vintage Elegance. 

It includes a ceremony, decor, and a semi-private dinner at one of the resort’s restaurants. 

What makes this package stand out is the gourmet couples honeymoon experience which includes a private four-course dinner on the beach, breakfast in bed, sparkling wine, rose petals, aromatherapy, and candles in your suite.

El Dorado Maroma is the perfect venue for an intimate adults-only wedding, especially if you want to take advantage of the spectacular overwater bungalow suites. 

Best for: Unique overwater bungalow experience during your wedding celebration

Exclusive wedding at Royalton Riviera Cancun

Just 15 minutes from Cancun International Airport, Royalton Riviera Cancun is an excellent choice for couples with kids on their invite list. 

Offering mesmerizing views of the Caribbean, this expansive resort promises fun for all with an onsite splash park, a tranquil spa, daily entertainment, and a casino.

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Key Amenities

  • 840 suites, each with a scenic terrace and an indoor Jacuzzi soaker tub
  • The Splash Safari water zone has slides, waterfalls, and endless fun
  • Tennis courts, cooking classes, ping pong, beach volleyball, kayaking, snorkeling, and so much more
  • Nine restaurants and 12 bars, including a gourmet international buffet and an open-air Tex-Mex restaurant 

Wedding Highlights

The Exclusive wedding package is designed to provide a luxury, stress-free wedding. 

This package is fantastic if you would like to host a pre-wedding event to meet and greet your guests. 

The pre-wedding part of the package includes a two-hour open bar, a two-hour private BBQ, and a Caribbean trio performance. 

For the ceremony, you will enjoy a choice of locations (excluding the Sky Terrace). 

The ceremony also includes chairs, a sound system, a table with linen and a centerpiece, one tropical bridal bouquet with premium flowers, one bridesmaid bouquet, a sparkling wine toast, and more. 

Cocktail hour will consist of five canapes, three cocktail tables, a one-hour open bar, a signature drink for the bride and groom, and your choice of a violinist, saxophonist, or guitarist.

The four-hour reception includes a choice between buffet, plated, or family-style catering, a four-hour open bar, and a two-tiered wedding cake.

Best for: Luxury weddings with kids

Beso package at Live Aqua

Experience a luxury adults-only all-inclusive getaway at Live Aqua Cancun, an exquisite property dotted along a white-sand beach in the heart of Cancun.

You will enjoy an unforgettable wedding alongside excellent facilities, including high-end restaurants, a selection of pool areas, and a state-of-the-art spa. 

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Key Amenities

  • Seven restaurants with everything from authentic Mexican bites to fresh sushi
  • Three swimming pools
  • A beautiful spa area where you can rest and unwind with a selection of indoor and outdoor treatments

Wedding highlights

If you want something simple and pretty, the Beso package includes a symbolic ceremony on the beach followed by a semi-private dinner at a restaurant of your choice. 

It also consists of a wedding cake, sparkling wine toast, and a sound system for the ceremony, bouquet, boutonniere, and ceremony decor.

As part of the package, the happy couple will also enjoy a range of benefits, including a complimentary room to get ready in, a room upgrade, late checkout, and a romantic turndown service. 

Prices start from $2,440 based on 20 guests. 

Best for: Couples and guests with dietary requirements 

Complimentary at Hard Rock Riviera Maya

Hard Rock Riviera Maya invites guests of all ages to enjoy your special day at this massive resort that exudes fun throughout. 

Tucked along a private beach, Hard Rock Riviera Maya boasts a vibrant atmosphere with a thrilling water park, live entertainment, and a stylish spa.

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Key Amenities

  • A private beach and a selection of swimming pools
  • 14 restaurants and bars 
  • The Rock Spa, with hydrotherapy pools, steam rooms, and nourishing treatments 
  • Laser tag, bowling, golf, and non-stop entertainment

Wedding Highlights

Affordable and stylish, the Complimentary Wedding package is an excellent choice for couples who want a simple ceremony and a memorable honeymoon at the Hard Rock Riviera Maya. 

It includes a symbolic ceremony with a white pergola arbor and a white ceremony podium. 

You and your guests will enjoy sparkling wine and a one-tier wedding cake. 

An event consultant and wedding coordinator are available to answer your questions every step of the way. 

Couples also receive a complimentary honeymoon package to ensure you have the most romantic stay. 

The downside to weddings at Hard Rock Riviera Maya is you can select your venue and start planning early for a fee. 

Otherwise, you’ll need to wait until about 90 days before starting the planning process. 

The upside is that complimentary wedding packages offer tremendous savings for your dream destination wedding.

This package is for up to 32 guests. 

Best for: A family-fun fill destination wedding with a party vibe

Is 50 guests considered a small wedding?

Anything between 20 and 80 guests is usually defined as a small wedding. 

Weddings with 50 guests will usually include your closest friends and family. 

These weddings boast an intimate charm where you can celebrate with your nearest and dearest in style.

How much does the average wedding cost in Mexico?

The average cost of a destination wedding largely depends on several factors, including how many guests attend and the level of decor you want.

We generally find that our clients spend between $15,000-$20,000 on their destination wedding.

We’ve had couples spend $0, and other couples spend $300,000+ so it really depends on your dreams and budget. 

Remember: It’s your day and your budget so do what’s best for you!

Are weddings in Mexico more affordable than in the US? 

As a general rule of thumb, destination wedding packages in Mexico are far more affordable than domestic weddings in the US. 

Of course, this entirely depends on the venue, location, and number of guests. 

Destination weddings tend to have fewer guests and all-inclusive packages which offer exceptional value for money.

How do you plan a wedding on a budget of $15,000?

Planning a destination wedding and sticking to your budget really starts with identifying the right package for you. 

If a package starts at $12,000 and doesn’t include DJ, photography or videography, it may not be suitable for you.

Alternatively, the allure of a $950 package may be really appealing. 

But remember that means you’ll be doing everything a la carte so it will start to add up quickly.

All the resorts our team works with have a dedicated wedding planner who will help with the design, planning, and coordination of your event so they’ll help you navigate how to stretch your budget the furthest. 

How much does a wedding cost for 50 guests?

Your wedding cost will depend on the guest list, venue, dining options, and entertainment.

If you plan to have 50 guests, you can expect to spend between $5,000 and $15,000.

Can I add more guests?

Yes! Many of the packages include a certain guest count, but for an additional fee, you can add extra guests, which is incredibly common for couples. 

For example, if the package includes 20 guests and you have 50 guests, you’ll pay a fee (typically around $150-$200 per person) for each additional guest.

If you think you’ll have a larger guest list, you may want to consider packages that are better suited for large destination weddings.

Need help planning? 

Our experienced wedding planners at Destination Weddings by Vacationeeze are with you every step of the way.

With decades of experience planning hundreds of weddings, our team understands what couples are looking for and how to navigate working with the resorts. 

Our dedicated team will work with all your friends and family so you can focus on planning your dream wedding.

Ready to start planning your big day?

Call us at 215-454-2070 or get in touch with us here

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About The Author

Jared Benoff

Jared is a certified destination wedding travel advisor and has been recognized as a top agent by Palace Resorts, Karisma Resorts, Lomas Hospitality, and Hyatt Inclusive Collection.

He caught the travel bug early in his life as his parents (the founders of Vacationeeze!) instilled a passion for travel and adventure in him and his siblings.

           

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