Popular Resorts & Venues in Papagayo

A destination wedding in Papagayo typically costs between $5,000 and $10,000 for 30-50 guests. The final cost depends on your guest count, chosen resort, and wedding package.

Speaking of resorts, Papagayo has some stunning options! Planet Hollywood Costa Rica has packages ranging from $1,099 to $10,000, while Secrets Papagayo offers wedding packages starting at $1,299. And almost every resort in the region offers 3-5 wedding packages and 5-8 venue options.

Your guests can also take advantage of discounted group rates at these resorts, making it an affordable and unforgettable getaway for everyone.

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The Papagayo Peninsula is Costa Rica's luxury playground, with pristine beaches, beautiful landscapes, and high-end resorts.

One of the biggest perks? Exclusivity. Papagayo feels like a private oasis, perfect for couples who want an intimate yet luxurious celebration.

Getting here is a breeze! The Liberia International Airport (LIR) is just 40-50 minutes away, with direct flights from major U.S. and Canadian cities. And once you land, you and your guests can enjoy world-class golf, snorkeling, zip-lining, and even sunset catamaran cruises. It's the kind of place where a wedding feels like a vacation.

The Papagayo Peninsula is home to some incredible wedding venues, from beachfront gazebos to enchanting ballrooms and gardens. So whether you want a barefoot ceremony on the sand or a grand celebration with breathtaking views, you’ll find a perfect spot.

Plus getting married in Costa Rica as a foreigner is relatively straightforward and hassle-free.

Papagayo destination wedding packages include all the essentials for your celebration, such as a wedding coordinator, ceremony venue and setup, flowers, wedding cake, and a sparkling wine toast. Depending on the resort and package, you may also get private cocktail hours and receptions, catering, décor, music, photography, beauty services, and spa perks. Packages can often be customized with additional details to suit your style, guest count, and budget.

It depends on your guest list, because resorts in Papagayo can accommodate everything from intimate celebrations to larger gatherings. Secrets Papagayo can host up to 300 guests at its Amphitheater and Main Beach Garden, while Riu Guanacaste has beach and garden wedding venues for up to 200 guests. Planet Hollywood Costa Rica can accommodate up to 330 guests at its Beach venue, with its Guanacaste Ballroom holding up to 310 for a reception.

The majority of couples do not get legally married here, they only have a symbolic ceremony. But, if you prefer to have a legal wedding, we'll help you get a marriage license. The process typically involves providing identification, birth certificates, and other documentation. Some resorts we work with offer wedding packages that include assistance with legal requirements.

December through April is the best time to get married in Papagayo. This is when Guanacaste has warm, sunny weather and much less rain. May through November is the rainy season, with heavier rainfall later in the year.

Of course! We can help you customize the wedding packages! You can add extras like upgraded floral arrangements, specialty cocktails, unique entertainment, and photography or video services. Expect to spend 25-50% more than the wedding package on these customizations.