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Hotel Riu Guanacaste Weddings

A couple stands beneath a romantic canopy on the beach at Hotel Riu Guanacaste, sharing a breathtaking sunset during their destination wedding.

The bride and groom celebrate their destination wedding at Hotel Riu Guanacaste, smiling outdoors with flowers and champagne in hand.

Rows of white chairs and a stunning floral arch are elegantly arranged on the beach for a destination wedding at Hotel Riu Guanacaste.

A bouquet of pink and purple flowers sits beside a microphone, ready for the destination wedding ceremony at Hotel Riu Guanacaste.

Hotel Riu Guanacaste is a large beachfront resort by a forested hill, perfect for destination weddings.

Hotel Riu Guanacaste: ideal destination wedding spot with beachfront views, lush greenery, and mountains.

Hotel Riu Guanacaste: a spacious resort with pools and gardens, perfect for a destination wedding.

Hotel Riu Guanacaste: A stunning beachfront resort with pools and lush gardens, nestled among green hills—an ideal setting for a romantic destination wedding.

Hotel Riu Guanacaste is an ideal destination wedding venue, featuring an outdoor pool complete with a swim-up bar, comfortable loungers, and umbrellas for your guests to enjoy.

Hotel Riu Guanacaste offers a stunning setting for a destination wedding, featuring an inviting outdoor pool surrounded by lounge chairs and palm trees beneath a clear blue sky.

Hotel Riu Guanacaste, a popular destination wedding venue, offers a vibrant water play structure with slides in a shallow pool—perfect for entertaining younger guests during your wedding celebration.

Two guests at a destination wedding enjoy the Hotel Riu Guanacaste pool—one swims, one relaxes nearby.

Aerial view of Hotel Riu Guanacaste, a coastal resort featuring several large buildings, a pool area with a winding design, and lush green hills in the background, adjacent to a curved beach shoreline.

The Hotel Riu Guanacaste offers a luxurious experience with multiple balconies overlooking a spacious pool area, featuring a stunning stone waterfall, all surrounded by lush palm trees under a clear blue sky.

Four people stroll past the Hotel Riu Guanacaste, surrounded by lush tropical plants and palm trees in the foreground.

Aerial view of the Hotel Riu Guanacaste, featuring a large, winding pool encircled by palm trees, lounge chairs, and thatched umbrellas. A central building is nestled among lush greenery.

The Hotel Riu Guanacaste features an outdoor pool with a central white fountain. A poolside bar surrounded by lounge chairs and lush greenery invites relaxation. Two guests are enjoying the water while others unwind at the bar.

A large outdoor swimming pool at Hotel Riu Guanacaste features people swimming and sunbathing, surrounded by palm trees and straw umbrellas that create a tropical atmosphere.

Guests unwinding in the opulent indoor spa pool at Hotel Riu Guanacaste, surrounded by soaring high ceilings, elegant columns, and plush lounge chairs.

Towels featuring a floral design draped over a lounge chair in front of an indoor hot tub at Hotel Riu Guanacaste, where two people are enjoying their relaxation.

A modern interior at Hotel Riu Guanacaste, featuring elegant wooden tables and stylish decorative lighting—an ideal setting for a memorable destination wedding.

Experience modern dining at Hotel Riu Guanacaste, where vibrant green chairs, elegant wooden tables, and stylish decor create the perfect setting for a memorable destination wedding celebration.

The Hotel Riu Guanacaste lobby, an elegant setting for a destination wedding, features striking wooden columns, a geometric floor, artistic sculptures, and lush greenery.

The bright lobby at Hotel Riu Guanacaste features comfortable seating, lush greenery, and large sunlit windows—a perfect welcoming space for guests arriving for a destination wedding.

Hotel Riu Guanacaste offers an elegant setting, with beautifully adorned round tables and attentive staff behind the counter—an ideal venue for your destination wedding.

Hotel Riu Guanacaste lobby, perfect for a destination wedding, with four desks and hanging plants.

Elegant dining area at Hotel Riu Guanacaste, ideal for a destination wedding, with set tables and chic chairs.

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Your RIU Guanacaste wedding ceremony could be along beautiful Matapalo Beach, with stunning Costa Rican mountains in the background.

Resting on the beautiful Pacific Coast sits the RIU Guanacaste, offering you destination wedding luxury at a most affordable price tag. Beyond the ceremony, your guests will have plenty of time to relax, amongst the palatial decor or taking in the numerous dining options.

Hotel Riu Guanacaste

Resort Information

Room price range:

$158 – $310

average price per person per night. Rooms include private balcony or terrace, daily restocked minibar, and liquor dispenser.

Prices will vary depending on travel dates and availability. This range is an approximation of the hotel room rate.

Property size:

Large

With hundreds of rooms, Large Resorts offer vacationers a sweeping landscape of activities, amenities, and space to enjoy their vacations at their own individual pace. An excellent option for a diverse destination wedding guest list with friends and families from all walks of life.

ADULTS-ONLY / FAMILY FRIENDLY:

Family Friendly

Resort aesthetic:

Transitional

Eclectic and coalescent, this aesthetic weaves together two or more older and opposing design styles to craft something new. This diverse style incorporates neutral colors, varied textures, and vivid updates of throwback trends.

Ceremony Types:

Renewal

Activity level:

Medium

With less than 600 rooms, Medium Resorts are the perfect choice for those who want their wedding guests to have the option to either spread out and indulge in the hotel’s various activities or to spend quality time together in peace and serenity. A great choice for destination weddings with friends and families of various ages.

Room occupancy:

2-4

This hotel allows a maximum of 2 adults per room or 2 adults and 2 children. Child’s age break is 12 and younger.

Weddings Per Day:

2

The RIU Guanacaste hosts a maximum of 2 weddings per day. Same-sex and LGBT marriages are available at this resort.

Distance to airport:

40 min.

Hotel Riu Guanacaste is 40 minutes

(20 miles) from the LIR airport.

Hotel Riu Guanacaste

Wedding Packages

Classic Wedding Collection + –

RIU Palace Riviera Maya RIU Classic Package beautiful newly married couple bride holds up her bouquet

$1,599+

Upgraded aquamarine-colored decoration, recorded music and bridal bouquet with matching boutonniere
Minister for symbolic ceremony
Semi-private dinner at one of our restaurants
Wedding cake and sparkling wine toast
Romantic room decoration on wedding night
10% discount for the couple in all spa treatments and spa gift

Royal Wedding Collection + –

A bride and groom walking down the aisle at Hotel Riu Palace Riviera Maya on the beach.

$3,199+

Upgraded light pink-colored decoration, recorded music and bridal bouquet with matching boutonniere
Minister for symbolic ceremony
Private dinner at select restaurant or location
Wedding cake and sparkling wine toast
Romantic room decoration and surprise gift
20-minutes romantic massage for the couple
Surprise gift for the couple and 10% discount for the couple and guests in all spa treatments

Caprice Wedding Collection + –

A bride and groom laughing as they walk down the beach during their Hotel Riu Palace Riviera Maya destination wedding.

$5,299+

Upgraded lavender-shades decoration, recorded music and bridal bouquet with matching boutonniere
Minister for symbolic ceremony
Additional small bouquet for maid of honor and boutonniere for best man
Private dinner at select restaurant or location
Wedding cake and sparkling wine toast
Private cocktail after dinner with option of rum or tequila tasting experience
Romantic room decoration and surprise gift
Room upgrade and late check out (both subject to availability)
Wedding night turndown service with chocolate-covered fruit and sparkling wine
Photo session credit (pre-post wedding day, may vary according to your destination choice)
Newlyweds breakfast in bed
Beauty Parlor Package with hairstyle, manicure and pedicure for 1 person
50-minutes romantic massage for the couple
Surprise gift for the couple and 10% discount for the couple and guests in all spa treatments

Indulgence Wedding Collection + –

RIU Palace Riviera Maya RIU Indulgence Package with a couple newly married celebrating their wedding

$9,599+

Upgraded ivory-colored decoration, recorded music and bridal bouquet with matching boutonniere
Minister for symbolic ceremony.
Additional small bouquet for maid of honor and boutonniere for best man
4-hours private reception event with special menu, open bar and DJ with lighting set up
Wedding cake and sparkling wine toast
Private cocktail event and 45 minutes of live music (sax, violin or solo guitar)
Complimentary one-night stay for first anniversary
Romantic room decoration and surprise gift
Room upgrade and late check out. (both subject to availability)
Wedding night turndown service with chocolate-covered fruit and sparkling wine
Photo session credit (pre-post wedding day, may vary according to your destination choice)
Newlyweds breakfast in bed
Romantic dinner with special set up and decoration
Beauty Parlor Package with hairstyle, manicure and pedicure for 1 person
50-minutes romantic massage for the couple
Surprise gift for the couple and 10% discount for the couple and guests in all spa treatments

Hotel Riu Guanacaste

Wedding Venues

A couple stands beneath a beautifully decorated wedding canopy on the beach at sunset, dressed in leis and elegant destination wedding attire.

Your Path to

Step 1

Discover Your Dream Wedding Destination

Choose from top wedding destinations in Mexico, Jamaica, or the Dominican Republic with help from your Destify expert.

Step 2

Confirm Wedding and Room Reservation

We’ll verify and confirm your wedding date is available and introduce you to your on-site wedding team.

Step 3

Meet Your Support Team & Explore Wedding Tools

You’re never alone—our tools and people are here for you every step of the way.

Step 4

Manage Guest Bookings

With our RSVP tracker, see guest reservation details, their travel dates, and so much more.

Step 5

Finalize Wedding Details

Now it’s time to start planning your wedding! It’s easy to confirm your wedding decor, final payments, and everything in between all in one place.

Step 6

Prepare for Travel

Input your final flight information and your Destify concierge team will assist you and your guests in a stress-free travel experience, available 24/7.

Step 7

Say I Do!

Say I do! You’ll meet with your wedding team on-site 2-3 days prior to your wedding and we’ll be ready to assist travel home after you enjoy your destination wedding.

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Wedding Resort Summary

🏩 Wedding Property size	Large
🏄 Wedding Activity level	Medium
💍 Weddings Per Day	2
🛬 Wedding Distance to airport	40 min.

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