8 of the Best Wedding Venues in the Dominican Republic
The Caribbean’s second largest country and home to 1000 miles of coastline and 250 miles of the world’s very best beaches, the Dominican Republic is a pretty dreamy spot to get married in. As a lush tropical island, it is filled with everything from rainforests and mountains to quaint colonial towns and delicious eateries. With an abundance of luxury resorts and venues with in-house coordinators here, its the perfect place to get married if you want an stress-free experience from beginning to end.
Below we’ve pulled together 8 of our favourite wedding venues there to help get you inspired.
1. Casa De Campo
One of the most well loved locations for a wedding in the Dominican Republic, the beautiful Casa De Campo is a large historic resort where you can say your ‘I Do’s’ surrounded by the sea, in a stone cathedral, or on the steps of a 16th century inspired Mediterranean Amphitheatre. The venue is exclusive hire with only one wedding per day, with couples often booking up to one or two years in advance, which gives you a good idea just how lovely this spot is! The venue can also tailor a full itinerary of events to you and your guests on the days surrounding the wedding, from a private cocktail reception overlooking Chavon River and a rehearsal dinner inside an oceanfronted villa to a game of golf on the legendary Teeth of the Dog. There are also a number of huge luxury villas within Casa De Campo that belong to celebrities, so you might also spot a famous face or two in one of their restaurants.
Source: Wedding Wire
Source: Wedding Wire
2. Finest Punta Cana
Sleek in design, Finest Punta Cana has a chic yet casual atmosphere, that is complimented by their high level or service and dedicated team of highly experienced event professionals. The venue is home to 12 world class restaurants, 7 pools and an impressive 455 rooms, with the hotel providing a number of curated stress-free wedding packages. The venue can seat up to 120 guests, hosting everything from small elopements to larger soirees.
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3. OYA Private Eco Resort
Located in the lush jungles of the Dominican Republic, OYA is know as one of the best boutique resorts in the area, designed to be taken over by a single group of 26 to 40 guests. With tranquility, wellness and connection at its core, they can craft personalised wedding experiences that unite the body, mind and spirit. They take a holistic approach to wedding planning, and can integrate wellness practices and mindfulness rituals into your wedding weekend. Set within an 80 acre jungle property, they can host up to 125 guests for a wedding, with those staying able to make use of their infinity pool, meditation merkabas, fresh water stream and organic farm.
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4. Kukua Beach Club and Restaurant
Positioned right on the world famous Bavaros Beach complete with breathtaking views of the sea and sunset, Kukua Beach Club is an elegant and modern spot to get married. Host your ceremony on the soft white sands, or by their beautiful long wooden walkway, followed by a reception within their restaurant. Known for their quality of service, outstanding food and personalised wedding planning service, its become something of a destination hotspot, selling out almost yearly. The venue can host up to 140 guests, has private parking and a full shuttle service for the wedding, along with air-conditioned bridal rooms to get ready in.
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5. Club Hemingway
Featuring Hacienda style decor, Club Hemingway is surrounded by lush vegetation, crystal clear waters, a sprinkling of palm trees and has a really calm and relaxing vibe to it. A friendly hidden oasis, Club Hemingway can hold your ceremony on the beach for up to 100 guests, or at the palapas of El Embarcadero - the only restaurant completely over the sea in the country. After the ceremony, enjoy a lovely reception in their Club House with up to 250 guests and plenty more activities on the days surrounding your wedding.
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6. Huracan Cafe
Situated on the white sands of Bavaro Beach, Huracan Cafe is an iconic restaurant which opened up way back in 1998. They’re able to host weddings both large and small within their space, with the ability to host up to 180 guest for a seated dinner. Their delicious cuisine is an authentic mix between Italian flavours and fresh island produce, and is served up in their open air, rustic and reconstructed restaurant. They have an in-house wedding team who are dedicated to planning, designing and executing your whole wedding, to ensure it’s a lovely stress-free experience for you. They have a bridal suite available for the bride and her bridesmaids to get married in, along with a shuttle service for all your guests.
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7. Chez Bisutti Punta Cana
Located within Club Med Punta Cana as an exclusive luxury wedding suite within the all inclusive resort complex, Chez Bisutti Punta Cana has literally everything you could need in one spot, whilst also feeling lovely and private. Say your vows on their sandy beach with crashing waves and swaying palms in the distance, followed by a wedding breakfast with up to 250 guests. Dine on delicious Brazilian cuisine surrounded by beautiful decor, a garden filled with palm trees and stunning ocean views. Their dedicated event planners take care of everything, so you don’t need to worry about a thing.
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8. Casas del XVI
Nestled within the pretty UNESCO Colonial City of Santo Domingo, the premium Casas Del XVI is a collection of meticulously restored houses that have been combined into one singular hotel atmosphere. Featuring a home away from home vibe, they have several event spaces available to suit different preferences, all with stylishly decorated interiors. They recommend four specific houses for hosting weddings in, each with a different and individual charm, with Casa de los Vitrales being their largest, able to accommodate up to 600 for cocktails or 250 for a sit down meal. They have a variety of accommodation to choose from, from suites to king and double bedrooms.
Source: Wedding Wire
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