Ten Popular All-Inclusive Resorts With A Chapel on Property

Destination Weddings are extremely popular with busy couples, especially at all-inclusive resorts, where all the details are handled by the resort wedding team. Newly engaged and overwhelmed at just the thought of planning a wedding? Destination weddings are the perfect way to combine your special day with an unforgettable vacation getaway for your guests.

If you are considering a destination wedding but the only thing holding you back is that you have always dreamed of getting married in a church or a Catholic Ceremony blessed by the church is a non-negotiable item for your family? Are you aware that there are several resorts in Mexico and the Caribbean that have intimate chapels on property that can host your religious or Catholic Wedding Ceremony?

Depending upon the size of your group, adults only or multi-generational with children in attendance one of these all-inclusive options might be a great destination wedding venue for you.

These are a few of my favorites:

Sandals Saint Vincent – if you are looking for a destination wedding with a storybook setting – this resort is perfect for you. This open-air chapel has glass-floors, appears to float on the pier with 360-degree ocean views providing a unique and romantic setting overlooking the crystal-clear waters of Buccament Bay. Capacity of 56 guests
Hotel Xcaret- Inspired by ancestral traditions, Hotel Xcaret Mexico is a sanctuary unto itself, but their new Espiral Chapel elevated on a pyramid has unbeatable panoramic views, so charming with the coolest natural light fixtures and hanging angel sculptures – perfect for catholic ceremonies or other religious ceremonies – this resort has so many hidden treasures your guests will spend their time discovering something new each day – have your wedding reception in a cave – how’s that for fun ? Added bonus of access to Xcaret,Xel-Ha and other nature parks – for brides and grooms and wedding guest who love to explore and experience – the perfect location to host your wedding – many wedding benefits.3.El Dorado Maroma Resort by Karisma – no matter what type wedding you are looking for the wedding team at El Dorado Maroma can deliver it – this beachfront traditional Catholic chapel is so pretty with white walls and amazing views – Chapel De los Dolores Capacity 120 **bonus for your honeymoon -home to Palafitos Overwater Bungalows4.Frank Warren Chapel – Sandals Montego Bay Resort, Jamaica- recently refurbished, now with air conditioning, new light fixtures and painting, seats 80 comfortably on polished wooden pews, gorgeous fountains and gardens just outside. (Gorgeous Bridal Suite)

5. Sandals Royal Bahamian-Nassau, this latest overwater chapel offers the perfect setting for Caribbean vibes- offering signature glass panel floors, panoramic ocean views as your backdrop – capacity of 64 people. Unique Bahamian features to entertain your guests like a Junkanoo Band can be added to your package

6. Hard Rock Riviera Maya- the San Charbel Catholic Chapel (indoor and air-conditioned) capacity 80 guests- glass walls for gorgeous views overlooking the resort lagoon- looking for a resort with a nonstop party for your guests? This is a perfect option – many wedding packages are available.

7. Sandals Grande St. Lucian – The island of Saint Lucia is so special, this resort is magical -the overwater serenity wedding chapel can accommodate approximately 20 guests, luxury accommodations for all your wedding guests, gourmet cuisine inclusive, this chapel offers glass aisle floor panels and glass walls with panoramic views of Rodney Bay. (stay at one/play at all three Sandals Resorts in Saint Lucia)

8. Grand Velas Riviera Maya- Virgen De Guadalupe Chapel – seating capacity 143 guests – luxury resort for everyone, amazing spa – the chapel is located within a Mayan jungle, in perfect harmony with its natural surroundings, for guests needing a Catholic wedding venue, but want the convenience of not leaving their resort.

9. Dreams Tulum – Mayan influences add charm to this chapel, for couples who want a Catholic ceremony, and need a family friendly resort- wedding team will handle all the details for you- variety of wedding packages available – Capacity 40 guests

10. Sandals Resorts Overwater Chapels in Jamaica – all three overwater chapels in Jamaica-Sandals Montego Bay (Capacity 40), Sandals Ochi Beach (Capacity 56) and Sandals South Coast (Capacity 50) have been blessed for Catholic Ceremonies, Sandals Resorts are luxury adult-only resorts-