Bluebay Grand Esmeralda Riviera Maya Wedding Wedding At-A-Glance
BlueBay Grand Esmeralda Hotel Wedding Packages
Wedding Venues & Guest Capacities
Explore ceremony, cocktail, and reception locations available for your destination wedding at BlueBay Grand Esmeralda Hotel.
Beachfront Gazebo
Scenic oceanfront wedding gazebo with panoramic Caribbean or Pacific sea views.
Cocktail: Up to 120 Guests
Ocean Breeze Terrace
Elevated outdoor terrace catching ocean breezes, perfect for sunset toasts and dinner.
Reception: Up to 180 Guests
Grand Ballroom & Rain Backup
Fully air-conditioned luxury ballroom with state-of-the-art acoustics and guaranteed rain backup.
Private Party: Full DJ & Bar
Wedding Package Tiers & Group Perks
Complimentary Package: Free with qualifying room nights (ceremony, florals, cake, toast).
Deluxe / $10k Package: Complete 40–50 guest private cocktail hour, 3-course dinner, and DJ party.
South Asian & Custom: Multi-day Mehndi, Sangeet, and Baraat packages with authentic Indian catering.
Ready to plan your wedding at BlueBay Grand Esmeralda Hotel?
Our certified romance specialists help you secure exclusive resort perks, negotiate locked room blocks, and coordinate guest travel with 100% complimentary service.
- Affordable Ambience
- All Inclusive
- Family Friendly
- New Destination Wedding Packages
- Beach
- Gazebo
- LGBT
- All-Inclusive
- Family Friendly
- Free Wifi
- Kids Club
- Nightlife
- Swim Up Suites
Endless Love
PRICE: $1,399 GUESTS: 20
- Detailed attention from the wedding coordinator
- Preferential room allocation for the newlyweds
- Symbolic ceremony with a minister
- Gazebo draped with white fabric
- Wedding bouquet, boutonniere, centerpiece with natural flowers for the ceremony
- White ceremony chairs selected by the hotel
- Audio equipment for the ceremony
- Toast with house sparkling wine
- Non-private dinner in one of the specialty restaurants
- Wedding cake
- Special complimentary turndown service on the wedding night
- You & Me honeymoon package
- Late check out for the wedding couple (subject to availability)
Sweet Heaven
PRICE: $3,699 GUESTS: 30
- Detailed attention from the wedding coordinator
- Preferential room allocation for the newlyweds (subject to availability)
- Preparation and ironing of the couple wedding attire
- Hairstyling and makeup for one member of the wedding couple
- Welcome water bottles before the ceremony for guests
- Symbolic ceremony with a minister
- Beachfront gazebo decorated with white fabric
- White ceremony chairs selected by the hotel
- 2 floral arrangements for the gazebo
- Wedding bouquet, boutonniere, centrepiece with natural flowers for the ceremony
- Audio equipment for the ceremony
- Toast with house sparkling wine
- Cocktail reception (including free bar with national drinks for 1 hour)
- Live music during the cocktail (45-minute set)
- Non-private dinner in one of the specialty restaurants
- Wedding cake
- Special turndown service in the room on the night of the wedding
- Romantic dinner on the beach for the couple during their stay
- You & Me honeymoon package
- Late check out for the wedding couple (subject to availability)
Blue Royalty
PRICE: $7,699 GUESTS: 40
- Detailed attention from the wedding coordinator
- Guaranteed upgrade for the newlyweds
- Preparation and ironing of the couple wedding attire
- Hairstyling and makeup trial for one member of the wedding couple
- 6 mimosas and 12 beers on the wedding day as you get ready
- Welcome water bottles before the ceremony for guests
- Symbolic ceremony with a minister
- Special gazebo set up with 2 floral arrangements with a choice of coloured fabric
- White ceremony chairs selected by the hotel or bamboo for the ceremony and the reception
- 20 chair bows (colour to choose)
- Wedding bouquet, boutonniere, centrepiece with natural flowers for the ceremony
- 1 bouquet and additional boutonniere
- Audio equipment for the ceremony
- Toast with house sparkling wine
- Beach location for the ceremony
- Cocktail reception (with canapés and free bar with national drinks for 1 hour)
- Live music during the cocktail reception (45-minute set)
- Decoration with round or square tables and white tablecloth
- 4 centrepieces with fresh flowers for the reception
- Private reception (4 hours, including 3-course meal and free bar with national drinks)
- DJ and illuminated dance floor (4 hours)
- Wedding cake
- Special complimentary turndown service on the wedding night
- Swedish massage for the wedding couple (30 minutes)
- Romantic dinner on the beach for the couple during their stay
- You & Me honeymoon package
- Guaranteed late check out for the wedding couple
You & Me Honeymoon
- Welcome fruit plate upon arrival
- Slippers and dressing gowns during your stay
- Bridal breakfast in the newlyweds' room the day after the wedding
Exclusive Contracted Amenities for You & Your Wedding Guests
Because All Inclusive Weddings is an elite Top 20 agency within Signature Travel Network, our couples and their guests unlock contracted privileges that online booking engines, discount websites, and standard travel agencies cannot provide:
- $100 Resort Credit Per Room: Applicable toward Spa treatments, private beach dining, wine upgrades, or cabana rentals.
- Complimentary Daily Full Breakfast: Included daily for two throughout your resort stay.
- VIP Room Upgrade Priority: Priority upgrade at check-in based on consortia standing.
- Early Check-In & Late Check-Out: Priority scheduling tailored to your wedding day timeline.
- VIP Welcome Amenity: Custom management welcome gift & personal note from resort leadership.
- Direct General Manager Escalation: Executive on-site coordination for your room blocks and event spaces.
Experience the Best in Destination Weddings & Romance Travel
As the top destination wedding travel agency in the US for all-inclusive resort locations, we offer a level of expertise and personalized service you won't find anywhere else. Discover what sets us apart from the rest.
For over 24 years, we have specialized in planning every detail of destination weddings for couples and their guests. From booking flights, excursions, airport transfers, payments, and logistics to organizing pre- and post-wedding trips, honeymoons, anniversaries, and more-we handle it all, ensuring a seamless and unforgettable experience.
Dedicated Destination Wedding Specialist
Our travel agents specialize in destination weddings. You'll have a dedicated planner for all travel logistics, removing stress from you and your group. Our team approach ensures your agent provides only the best knowledge and expertise.
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Personalized guidance tailored to your unique wedding vision and group needs
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Seamless coordination of guest reservations, payments, and communications
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Expert recommendations for destinations, resorts, and local experiences
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Full support with travel insurance, documentation, and special requests
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On-call assistance before and during travel for any last-minute needs or changes
Negotiating Group Rates & Concessions
We book and plan travel for 10,000+ destination wedding guests per year, giving us strong negotiation power to secure better group rates and exclusive perks:
- Free Wedding Packages - based on room blocks
- Resort Credits - spa, excursions, dining, etc.
- Complimentary Nights - for your anniversary return stay
- Room Upgrades - for the wedding couple
- Private Events - welcome parties, rehearsal dinners, brunches
Expert Resort & Destination Knowledge
- Matching the Right Resort: Based on your vision, budget, and guest profile
- Wedding Package Expertise: Navigate inclusions, exclusions, and add-ons
- Legal Ceremony Guidance: Help with legal vs. symbolic ceremonies abroad
Guest Management
- Streamlined Booking: We handle all bookings, payments, and requests
- Dedicated Support: We answer guest questions so you don't have to
- Payment Plans: Flexible options for you and your guests
Problem Solving & Support
- Direct Resort Contacts: Faster solutions and special attention
- Help with the Unexpected: We handle travel mishaps and last-minute changes
Trusted, Award-Winning Expertise
With over 24 years of experience and the top destination wedding agency in the U.S., our team is trusted by thousands of couples every year. From start to finish, we provide guidance, attention to detail, and peace of mind-ensuring your wedding is everything you imagined and more.
All Inclusive Weddings is the #1 top-selling destination wedding travel agency for all-inclusive resort locations in the USA. Booking 10,000+ guests each year, we provide preferential rates and amenities, deep expertise, and full hands-on travel management-so you and your guests can focus on celebrating your love.
Venue Overview
The hotel BlueBay Grand Esmeralda is located in a privileged enclave in Playa del Carmen in the natural area of Riviera Maya, among beaches with turquoise clear water, fine sand and archaeological sites. Surrounded by jungle and mangrove swamps and a private beachfront of more than 500 meters, this exquisite resort combines elegant Mayan touches with contemporary design and a wide range of services to please the most demanding traveler.
BlueBay Grand Esmeralda consists of 980 elegant guest rooms finely decorated, overlooking the sea or the beautiful landscaped grounds, and spread over 8 buildings in an area of 180 hectares of beachfront. The resort offers all the facilities to enjoy and relax in a modern Spa of 2,500 m² and a fully equipped gym. And to satisfy your taste buds, during your stay BlueBay Grand Esmeralda offers a wide variety of restaurants for you to enjoy more creative dishes made with the best products. Do not forget to book dinner at "Don Isi" Gourmet Mexican restaurants, where you will find the most significant specialties of each region of Mexico. A real treat for the palate of the most demanding traveler. Definitely a fine choice.
Just 40 minutes away from the international airport, BlueBay Grand Esmeralda offers a surface of over 2000 m² with capacity for 650 people in a flexible space, which can be divided into 3 different rooms with all the facilities for congresses, incentives, conventions, award ceremonies, meetings, etc.
The rich natural environment, sandy beaches and first class hospitality from the experts, make the hotel BlueBay Grand Esmeralda the perfect setting for your dream wedding.
In the hotel you can enjoy a wide range of water sports from windsurfing to diving, and for children, there is a mini club with specialized monitors.
Taking into account that good tourism and ecology go hand in hand, each and everyone, employees and customers of the hotel BlueBay Grand Esmeralda aim to preserve the ecosystem respecting the environment and nature.
Resort Amenities
Restaurants, Bars, & Lounges
Type: Mexican
Hours: Daily, 6pm-10pm
Description: Mexican cuisine served a la carte. Reservations are required.
Dress code: Slacks and shoes required.
L'Atelier
Type: French
Hours: Daily, 6pm-10pm
Description: International and French a la carte specialties in show-cooking format. Reservations are required.
Dress code: Slacks and shoes required.
Il Cuore Di Rossi
Type: Italian
Hours: Daily, 6:00pm-10pm
Description: Featuring creative Italian specialties. Reservations are required.
Dress code: Slacks, sleeved shirt and shoes required.
Jaal-Ha
Type: Buffet
Hours: Breakfast – daily, 7am-11am; Lunch - daily, 12pm – 5pm
Description: Offering an extensive buffet with a sampling of international culinary options.
Dress code: Shirts and shoes required.
Mariscos
Type: Seafood
Hours: Daily, 6pm-10pm
Description: Serving seafood specialties. Reservations are required.
Dress code: Slacks, sleeved shirt and shoes required.
Festival
Type: Buffet
Hours: Breakfast - daily, 7am-11am; Lunch - daily, 12pm-5pm; Dinner - daily, 6:00pm-10:00pm
Description: Featuring a buffet of international cuisine.
Dress code: Shirts and shoes required.
Steak House Restaurant
Type: Steakhouse
Hours: Daily, 6pm-10pm
Description: Features fine steak cuts and other specialties a la carte; located near the beach. Reservations are required.
Dress code: Slacks and shoes required.
Asian Restaurant
Type: Asian
Hours: Daily, 6pm-10pm
Description: Features Oriental fusion food and other Asian specialties a la carte.
Dress code: Slacks and shoes required.
Resort Amenities
- 980 rooms
- 8 buildings/towers
- 4 floors
- Elevators
- Handicap rooms available
- 6 restaurants
- 4 bars/lounges
- Sport bar (24 hours)
- Beach bar
- 3 outdoor pools
- Swimming pool
- Children's pool
- Beach umbrella
- Beach sun loungers
- Beach towels
- Designated smoking areas
- One meeting room
- 24 hour front desk
- Concierge services
- Porter/bellhop
- Luggage storage
- Currency exchange
- ATM
- Free parking
- Tours/ticket assistance
- Full-service Spa $
- Fitness facilities
- Hair salon $
- Spa treatment rooms $
- Sauna $
- Kids Club
- Babysitting/child care $
- Nightly entertainment
- Garden
- 2 outdoor tennis courts
- Safe-deposit box
- Free WiFi (limited) device count 1
- Balcony or terrace
- Dry cleaning/ laundry service $
- Grocery/convenience store
- Gift shops
- Dive shop
Childrens Programs
- Children's activities
- Mini Club with specialized supervision
Rooms
Room Types
Deluxe Garden View
Deluxe Partial Ocean View
Deluxe Ocean View
Deluxe Jacuzzi Suite
Swim up Suite Garden View
Number of Rooms
Room Amenities
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- In-room climate control (air conditioning)
- Ceiling fan
- Air conditioning
- Minibar (stocked, free items)
- Coffee/tea maker
- Free bottled water
- Daily housekeeping
- Private bathroom
- Free toiletries
- Hair dryer
- Shower or tub
- In-room childcare ($)
- Iron/ironing board
- In-room safe
- LCD TV
- Cable/satellite TV
- Limited WiFi (surcharge) device count 1
- Free cribs/infant beds
- Rollaway/extra beds (free)
Activities
All non-motorized water sports are included:
- Water activities
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Snorkeling
- Windsurfing
- Land activities
- Fitness facilities
- Tennis
- Archery
- Volleyball
- Ping Pong
- Lessons/classes/games
- Aerobics
- Water fitness
- Billiards or pool table ($)
- Entertainment
- Onsite entertainment and activities
- Onsite live performances
Not included:
- Motorized water sports
- Scuba-diving certification
- Snorkeling excursions
- Surcharge for premium food items
- Surcharge for premium or imported alcoholic beverages
- Surcharge for bottled wine
- Surcharge for room service
- Airport transfers
- Childcare
- Laundry/dry cleaning services
- Spa/beauty facilities and services
- Offsite tours
- Water skiing nearby
- Golfing nearby
- Snorkeling nearby
- Parasailing nearby
- Surfing/boogie boarding nearby
- Bicycle rentals nearby
- Boat tours nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
BlueBay SPA has 8 treatment rooms including rooms for couples and outdoor treatment areas. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, hydrotherapy, and reflexology. The spa is equipped with hot springs/mineral springs, a spa tub, and a steam room.
BlueBay Grand Esmeralda Hotel
Frequently Asked Questions
Why We're Better Than Our Competitors
When planning a destination wedding, securing a group room block is one of the most important things you can do for both yourself and your guests. It offers a variety of benefits that make the entire experience smoother and more affordable for everyone.
Benefits for You and Your Wedding Group
Securing a group room block at an all-inclusive resort is a key step in planning your destination wedding. It simplifies the process for you and ensures a seamless experience for everyone attending your special day.
Benefits for You and Your Guests
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We Handle the Details: Let us manage communication and organization with the resort, so you can focus on the fun parts of wedding planning.
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Keep Your Guests Together: A room block ensures all guests are at the same resort, making it easy to coordinate group activities and events.
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Complimentary Rooms and Perks: Based on the number of rooms booked, you may receive special concessions like free rooms, upgrades, or credits towards wedding services.
Benefits for Your Wedding Guests
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Lock in the Best Rate: A room block secures a competitive rate, protecting your guests from price increases as the wedding date approaches.
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Flexible Payment Plans: We offer convenient payment plans, making a destination wedding more accessible and easing the financial burden for your guests.
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Dedicated Support: Guests have a dedicated point of contact — us! We can assist them with any questions about their booking, travel, or the resort.
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Worry-Free Travel: Booking through the room block ensures their reservation is directly linked to your wedding, preventing any mix-ups with your guest list.
By booking a room block with us, you're not just securing rooms; you're ensuring a stress-free planning process and a more enjoyable, coordinated experience for everyone.
Honeymoons, Anniversaries & Romance Travel
We create custom curated romance and celebration packages. In addition to full destination wedding group coordination, our certified travel specialists at All Inclusive Weddings craft personalized honeymoons, anniversary trips, and vow renewal celebrations with zero planning fees. Enjoy locked resort rates, complimentary upgrades, and dedicated travel support from start to finish.
- Honeymoon
- Anniversary
- Vow-Renewal
- Luxury beach resorts
- Couples getaways
- Mexico, Caribbean, Bahamas & Beyond!
how can we help you?
Your love story is unique and special, and we understand your wedding should be, too!
Everything you need to celebrate your special day with elegance and simplicity. It's the perfect start to the perfect marriage. Our frequently asked questions area has many answers about our process.
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