4 Key Factors When Choosing Your Wedding Hotel

A hotel wedding offers unbeatable convenience for you and your guests – seamless access to ceremonies, group activities like tours and dinners, and built-in celebration spaces.

But before you sign that contract, here’s what savvy couples MUST consider:

📍 Location & Setting: Find Your Perfect Match

1. "Your wedding vibe starts with the right location!"

   • For privacy seekers: Consider tranquil hideaways like Costa Mujeres instead of bustling Playa del Carmen/Cancún.

   • For party lovers: Pick hotels near nightlife/activities so guests can dance ’til dawn.

   • Pro Tip: Google Earth the property – a "beachfront" hotel might actually be separated by a busy road!

     
     

   💍 Wedding Packages: Compare Like a Pro

   "Not all ‘all-inclusive’ packages are created equal!"

   • Must-ask questions:

     • What’s really included? (Some exclude cake, officiant fees, or decor basics).

     • What’s the fee for outside vendors? (Spoiler: Many charge $500+ per external supplier).

   • Red Flag: Packages that won’t provide a detailed breakdown in writing.

   
   

   ⭐ Reviews: The Unfiltered Truth

   "What couples won’t tell you (but Google Reviews will)":

   • Search for: "[Hotel Name] + wedding disaster" to uncover hidden issues.

   • Key phrases in reviews to watch for:

     • "Coordinator ghosted us"

     • "Rain plan was a cramped hallway"

     • "Hidden fees at checkout"

🛏️ Room Blocks: Avoid This #1 Budget Killer

1. "40% of couples overestimate guest attendance – don’t get stuck paying for empty rooms!"

   • Smart strategies:

     • Reserve a courtesy block (no-deposit holds) first.

     • Negotiate attrition clauses (e.g., only pay for 80% of unused rooms).

     • Offer price-tiered options (suite + budget rooms).

     
     

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